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Jerome E. McBride

1942 - 2023

Jerome McBride Obituary

Jerome E. McBride "Jerry", age 80, of Indian Head Park passed away peacefully on January 26, 2023. Beloved husband of the late Carol (nee Rowe); loving father of Jennifer (John) Boxell and Alison (Ryan) Ballard; grandfather of Benjamin and Alexandra Boxell, and Lucy and Rowe Ballard. Brother of the late Margaret "Peggy"(Tom) Kienzle, Matthew McBride Jr., Michael (Megan) McBride, and John (Janice) McBride. Cherished uncle to many nieces and nephews and dear friend to all. Born on December 21, 1942 to Mary Jane (nee Brown) and Matthew McBride, Jerry graduated from Carl Sandburg High School, earned his bachelors degree from Catholic University, and his doctorate from Temple University. After a brief stint in academia, Jerry spent most of his career at Maritz Motivation and Amoco. Jerry was an eternal optimist who loved life and everyone he met. His family and friends were his top priority, with golf (and recently paddle) being a close second! He considered La Grange County Club his second home and family, where you could usually find him playing golf or paddle, having a meal, or hanging out in the paddle hut. He lived a full and genuinely happy life. Memorial visitation on Friday, February 10, 2023 from 4 - 9pm at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55th St., Countryside. Service Info: 708-352-6500 or HJFunerals.com

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Feb. 5, 2023.

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Megan McBride Wieland

February 9, 2023

Sending my love and prayers to the family. Uncle Jerry (& Aunt Carol) were always the sweetest and most loving of family members. I'm so sorry for your loss and send my condolences.

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John Kleine & Susan Kleine

January 31, 2023

Jerry wrote a storybook of relationships. Thanks to Jerry he kept us all connected. Kept the Amoco torch alive. He was a friend of everyone...filled with Hope and optimism. What a memory for us friends. He proved the importance of relationships matte
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Dave and Sara Rendall

January 31, 2023

A great friend and colleague for many years who only had good things to say about others. So glad we were able to stay in touch up until the end. Jerry will be greatly missed!

J.L. and Carol Nardo

January 31, 2023

It is with great sadness to hear of Jerry's passing. Carol and I will miss him greatly!

Mike Herr

January 31, 2023

Like many Amoco marketers I worked with Jerry when he was with Maritz and at Amoco. Enthusiastic in good times and rock solid in difficult times, Jerry was a reliable example worth checking when in doubt. Saddened to hear of his passing.

Bill Robertson

January 30, 2023

Worked with Jerry when he was with Maritz and then Amoco. Played many rounds of golf with Jerry. A fine gentleman and a friend. So sorry to get this sad news.

Doug and Kathy Ford

January 30, 2023

Jerry was a great friend and partner. Whether it was at work, or playing golf, he was great to have on your team!! Doug and Kathy Ford

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4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Hallowell & James Funeral Home - Countryside

1025 West 55th Street, Countryside, IL 60525

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