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Donald McBride Obituary
Donald L. McBride, 72, passed away peacefully Saturday evening, Nov. 27, in his home after a brief illness, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born in Rocky Ford, Colo., spent his childhood in Oregon and met his adoring wife Kathy, in California in 1957. Don and Kathy made their home in Fairfield and celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary last December. Don retired from UPS after 25 years and was a manager at STARS Recreation Center in Vacaville, owned by Uncle Ernie Sousa.
Don is survived by his loving wife, Kathy; daughters and son-in-laws, Kelly and Tony Garcia of Suisun and Tara and Tony Taitague of Temecula; grandchildren, A.J., Kaili, Kami and Nick; and many more relatives and extended family.
Don was a fun-loving person with a heart bigger than most and a Trouble maker with a capital T, but that's why we all loved him so much. He had a great sense of humor and a dedication to his family that was unsurpassed. He enjoyed life and many parties with his family and friends. Don will be greatly missed.
A Memorial Mass will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 7, at 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Building Fund, 2700 Dover Avenue, Fairfield, CA 94533. Arrangements by Fairfield Funeral Home, 1750 Pennsylvania Ave., 425-1041, fairfieldfuneral-home.com.
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bill nunes
November 30, 2019
don was a good friend to have.
Lenora Traylor
December 10, 2010
We were very sorry to hear of Don's passing. Prayers and sympathy to Cathy and Family. The Traylor Family
Rick/Jalynne Sousa
December 8, 2010
When I was a little kid I thought I was so cool to have big cousin Don take me to the old Vallejo Speedway for Saturday night races or to get up real early in the morning to "help" with the milk route. When I was older, Don had a great way of making you feel good about yourself even when he was giving you a zinger and Jalynne always appreciated how he made her feel part of the family at the big Sousa parties.
Dear Kathy, Kelly, Tara and family
Don will be missed by all who knew him and you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
December 8, 2010
Dearest Kathy and family
Just want all of you to know how sad we were to hear of Don's passing. Many wonderful memories came back about that wild and crazy guy. Amie called us last night and told us. As we talked we laughed and remembered how Don used to always stuff Amie's shoes with paper so when she left they never seemed to fit if Don was around. I know how very much he will be missed by all of you - but what a wonderful legacy he left for all of you - love laughter patience kindess - please know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers
Carol, Joe Martinez and family
bill nunes
December 7, 2010
to kathy, the girls, and all the family, please accept my condolences. he was a good friend.
bill nunes
Cindra Leonard Family
December 7, 2010
Aunt Kathy, Kelly, Tara and Family, our prayers are with you during this difficult time. We too will miss uncle Don greatly. Our happy memories will see us through.
Lauri Stubbs-Brandeberry
December 7, 2010
Tara and Kelly,
Please accept my heartfelt condolences for the loss of your Dad. I remember meeting him years ago on more than one occasion and always enjoyed talking with him. He'll live on forever in your memories and of course, in your hearts.
Jodie Cardwell
December 6, 2010
Kathy,Kelly,Tara and Family I am so sorry for your loss. Don will be greatly missed. I will miss his great sense of humor he had everytime he would come in to the store. But his memory will live in our hearts forever.
Kevin/Sally Cunningham
December 6, 2010
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Fairfield Funeral Home
December 4, 2010
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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