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Amanda McBride Obituary
Family-Placed Death Notice
AMANDA ELIZABETH McBRIDE Age 20, of Duluth, GA, died May 20, 2004. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 P.M., Sunday, May 23rd in the sanctuary at Norcross First United Methodist Church. The family will receive friends Saturday from 6:00-8:00 P.M. at Crowell Brothers Peachtree Chapel Funeral Home in Norcross. Amanda was a sophomore at the University of Georgia, a member of Sigma Kappa, and made the Dean's List during her freshman year at Perimeter College. Amanda was a 2002 graduate of Duluth High School. While at DHS, she was a cheerleader and former gymnast. Amanda was a former Atlanta Jay Hawk cheerleader and former member of the Swim and Dive team at St. Ives Country Club. She was a member of Norcross First United Methodist Church and will always be remembered as an athlete and entertainer. She is survived by her parents, Gary and Jill McBride of Duluth, GA; brother and sister in-law, David Gary and Melissa McBride of Mableton, GA; sister, Kinsey Lynn McBride of Duluth, GA; maternal grandparents, John and Martha Keister of Lancaster, PA; aunts, Patricia Donat, Kerry Kadushin, Pat Siner, and Jill Levine; uncles, Steve Keister, Kim Keister, and Steve Kadushin; niece, Emily McBride; and cousins, Kristi Siner, Kelly Miller, Andrew Miller, Matthew Keister, and Julia Keister. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to: Norcross First United Methodist Church, 2500 Beaver Ruin Road, Norcross, GA 30071, (770) 448-4142. Arrangements by Crowell Brothers Peachtree Chapel Funeral Home, Norcross, GA. (770) 448-5757.
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Memories and Condolences
for Amanda McBride
Mrs. Leland (Doris) Walsh (DGW)
May 31, 2004
My sincere condolences in the loss of Amanda. Prayers are with you.
Doris Walsh
Megan Kovach
May 31, 2004
I, as well as my fellow sigma kappa sisters at Ohio University ( Beta Upsilon chapter) express our deepest sympathies concerning your loss. you will always be in our thoughts and prayers... heaven has a new angel... much love.
Dick & Vicky Tolotti
May 30, 2004
Gary & Jill,
No words can express how sorry we are to hear of your tragic loss. You have our deepest sympathy.
Dick & Vicky Tolotti
Sarah Moore
May 28, 2004
I am a Sigma Kappa from the Gamma Theta Chapter in Long Beach, CA. Words cannot begin to describe. I am deeply sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Kay Yuill
May 28, 2004
We feel great sadness at this time for your loss and know that no words can give comfort for a parent's grief. Our prayers and deepest sympathy go to you and your family.
Athens Area Sigma Kappa Alumnae
Kay Yuill
Brittany Hamilton
May 27, 2004
Hi! I am a Sigma Kappa from the Theta Phi chapter at The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. I am very sorry to hear about your loss. Family, friends and the Epsilon Epsilon Chapter will be in our prayers.
Erin Hall
May 26, 2004
Dear Mr. and Mrs. McBride and Kinsey,
I can not put into words how heartbroken I am about Mandy's untimely death. I can not even imagine what you all are going through. I will never forget the fun times and many hours I spent with Mandy, whether it was at Fantastic Gymnastics, out of town camps, cheerleading, or the time she and Kinsey were snowed in at the Hall house she always made me smile. Please know that you are in my prayers and I am thinking of you.
Love,
Erin Hall
Jennie Sumrell
May 26, 2004
The members of the Theta Phi Chapter of Sigma Kappa at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga send their deepest sympathy during this difficult time. We too recently lost a very special sister, and she continues to touch our lives in many ways. It gave us peace to know we had our very own angel looking over us. Please let us know if there is anything we can do.
Sigma Love and Mine,
Jennie Sumrell
Earl Goldberg
May 26, 2004
My deepest sympathys. My heart goes out to you on your loss. She was a beutiful person.
Earl Goldberg
Delta Retired
Elizabeth Parrish
May 26, 2004
I will miss Mandie so much, she will always be in my heart and thoughts. She always made me laugh and was such a awesome person. She will be missed.
May 26, 2004
To the McBride family:
On behalf of the Sigma Kappa chapter at North Georgia College and State University, I send our deepest condolences and prayers. If there is anything that the sisters can do for you, just let us know.
My deepest sympathy,
Kristyn Jacobs
Corresponding Secretary
Kappa Lambda chapter
Casey Gentry
May 25, 2004
On behalf of the Advisory Board for Epsilon Epsilon of Sigma Kappa at UGA, our heartfelt condolesences go out to you. We can tell from speaking with the women at UGA that Mandy has made an impact on several of their lives and will always remain in their hearts. If there is anything we can do, please don't hesitate to contact us.
Best regards,
Casey Gentry
Advisory Board Chairman, EE of Sigma Kappa
University of Georgia
Aubray Abrams
May 25, 2004
Sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my prayers and thoughts. Aubray Abrams, Capt. ATL (Retired)
Sue and Ben Frankland
May 25, 2004
Dear Jill and Gary,
We haven't stayed in close touch for the past few years. But, our wonderful memories of our times together, when our children were young, still remain with us. The sorrow we feel for you is very deep. We hope all of your happy memories of Mandy will, in time, ease your pain.
Love,
Sue and Ben Frankland
Priscilla Coon
May 25, 2004
To Amanda's Family & Friends,
I was deeply saddened to hear of Amanda's death. When I worked in the Duluth High School's "Depot" and met her and her sister Kensey several times. I remember Mandy being so excited when she was accepted into UGA. I also was a Sigma Kappa at UGA, so I feel connected to her in this way. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sigma Love,
Priscilla (Powers) Coon
Heather Oakes
May 25, 2004
McBride Family -
I've just heard about the tragic loss of your daughter and my Sister in Sigma Kappa. As an Advisor to her Sigma Kappa chapter at UGA and as a Sister I am extremely saddened by the sudden loss of someone so young and so special.
If there is anything that I can do personally or that Sigma Kappa can do please let me know. Amanda will forever be in the hearts and memories of her Sisters.
In Sigma Kappa's Truest Love,
Anna Humnicky
May 25, 2004
On behalf of the Advisory Board and Collegiate Chapter of Sigma Kappa at North Georgia State College & University, I extend our condolences to the McBride family. Though many of us had not met Amanda, she was and always will be a sister. One Heart One Way.
Anna Humnicky
Sigma Kappa
Kappa Lambda Chapter
Advisory Board Chairperson
Audra and John Kapsaroff
May 25, 2004
Jill, Gary and family,
We send our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your lovely daughter. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you... Audra and John
Elizabeth Johnson
May 25, 2004
To Family and Friends of Mandy McBride,
Our heartfelt condolences go out to all of you. We pray that you may find comfort and strength in the Lord. You will remain in our thoughts and prayers.
On behalf of the Sigma Kappa Chapter- North Metro Atlanta Alumnae
Corresponding Secretary
Danielle VanHalanger
May 25, 2004
Mcbride Family,
I met Mandy while working at the Marble Slab in Athens. She was one of the nicest people who worked there. I always looked forward to working with her. We would have long conversations and talk just about everything. I always admired how she was there to listen to my problems and offer me guidance. She's impacted my life in so many ways and I will never forget how she's helped me.
Wanda Eubanks
May 24, 2004
Gary & Jill
I know you won't remember me but several years ago I had the pleasure of coming to your home to close an equity line. I had the additional pleasure of meeting Amanda who was just delightful. I have a daughter who is 21 and shared many of the same interests.
I cannot imagine your grief at this time. My point in all of this is that I was very touched by Amanda and remember the impact that she made with me. I felt strongly that I should share these thoughts. Even though people ususally hesitate to contact each other thinking it might be upsetting, my hope is that you can find comfort
in the Lord at this time.
Sincerely
Wanda
Janet smith
May 24, 2004
Dear McBride Family, My heart went out to you when I heard the news about Mandy. I remember a bright, funny, beautiful and friendly 4th grade student. I loved having Mandy in my class at Berkeley Lake Elem. She ALWAYS shined and you better believe she is shining just as brightly up in heaven. May God bring you all comfort as only he can. With Beautiful Memories, Love and Heartfelt Sympathy, Janet Smith
Lisa Edwards
May 24, 2004
Gary and Jill...
There are no words that can express the sympathy in my heart after hearing about Amanda. Chris called me and told me of her accident. My mind immediately rushed back to Berkeley Lake days all the way through highschool. We're not always meant to know God's plan and I'm praying that He will give you the strength to endure during these difficult days.
Maureen Birckhead
May 24, 2004
My heart and prayers go out to your
family in your tragic loss, as a fellow sigma kappa, with a daughter at UGA I feel your pain.
Mandy died on my daughter's birthday. May your pain be replaced with fond memories in the
weeks to come. What a beautiful
child she was. MSB/Kennesaw, GA
University of Georgia
May 24, 2004
From the entire staff of UGA, you and your family are in our prayers and thoughts.
God is the only one who can comfort you at this time.
Anthony& Elizabeth Principi
May 24, 2004
Dear Gary and Jill,
I just learned the tragic news. Liz and I are deeply saddened by your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Anthony Principi USNA '67
Scott Ash
May 24, 2004
Gary,
I was saddened to read about the loss of your daughter. My prayers are with you during this difficult time. Your many times FO on the 727. Scott Ash
Tanya Frost
May 24, 2004
Mr.& Mrs.McBride:
You don't know me but my son Spencer lived across the hall from Mandy. He considered her a friend and as such, helped her on occasion. He works for Campus Lodge and was told of Mandy's untimely death and was devistated. I want you to know that we have prayed and will continue to do so for your family and friends who are questioning God in his infinite wisdom. I told Spencer that he must need another Angel in heaven to take Mandy. Our sincere sympathy to you and your family and to everyone who knew Mandy.
Tanya Frost
John Crotty
May 23, 2004
Gary,
We were heartsick to hear about Mandy. We will be praying for you and your family.
John and Connie Crotty
Capt. Delta Air Lines
Bob Cassedy
May 23, 2004
Gary and family, My prayers for you and your family in this time of grief. Regards, Bob Cassedy.DAL pilot retired.
Georgeanne and Gary Gorman
May 23, 2004
Gary and Jill,
We were very sad to hear about Amanda. Losing a child has to be the hardest thing anyone could ever have to face in life. Gary and I are thinking about you at this time...Georgeanne and Gary Gorman.
Wilt Wiltshire
May 23, 2004
Our menial words cannot express the feelings of your loss. Amanda sounds like she was a super person! You did a great job in helping her acheive so much! May the fanatastic memories help you through this. Wilt Wiltshire (Capt. Ret.)
Harry Ballance
May 23, 2004
Dear Gary:
No words I command can give you comfort in your great loss. All I can say is tht my heart goes out to you and your family. Harry Ballance (MD-11 Captain, retired)
Jan Gorman
May 23, 2004
Gary,
My prayers and deepest sympathy go to you and your family in the loss of your daughter. God bless you. Jan Gorman, Captain, ATL (retired)
Cara Gordon
May 23, 2004
Mandy will truly be missed. May God give your family strength and keep you trusting in His power. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
In Sigma Kappa Love and the Love of the Lord,
Lane Kemmerick
May 23, 2004
Mandy will be missed. All our love and condolences go out to Gary, Jill, and Kinsey. It has been a rough few months for the families of Hermitage Plantation. The Lord will bless you with strength to get through this tough time.
Sincerely,
The Kemmerick's
Rob Fusi
May 22, 2004
Deepest Sympathy
John Dearie
May 22, 2004
Gary, My deepest sympathy on your terrible loss. Be assured of my prayers for you and your family. John Dearie, Captain, ATL (retired)
Anne Grace
May 22, 2004
My tears and prayers are with you Jill in this most sorrowful time.
Anne Grace
Ken Peterson
May 22, 2004
My heart goes out to you. We don't know each other, but I am a (just) retired Delta Captain, and have a 22 year old daughter. You lost Amanda on my birthday. I'm so sorry for you.
Joe Mazzone
May 22, 2004
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. God Bless..
Kelly Robertson
May 22, 2004
Friends and Family of Mandy McBride--
I am so sorry to hear of Mandy's accident. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Mandy was a sweet, caring girl who will be truly missed.
On behalf of the sisters of Sigma Kappa,
Kelly Robertson
President
Carol Matthieson
May 22, 2004
Dear Jill-
I am so sorry to learn of this tragedy! Your beautiful daughter was lucky to have you for a Mom!
I also lost someone special on May 20th. My sister, Karen, passed away on May 20, 1990. Now I will share this sad day with you.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Carol Matthieson
Donna Sharp
May 22, 2004
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Mandy will be dearly missed.
Ryan & Patty Harwood
May 22, 2004
We will miss Mandie so much, she will always be in our hearts and thoughts.
With deepest Sympathy,
The Harwoods
Amy Barton
May 22, 2004
My sincerest condolences....
Sigma Love.....
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