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John McBride Obituary
1936-2017
Dr. John Cecil McBride, M.D. went peacefully to be with the Lord at his home in Houston, Texas on Tuesday, January 24, 2017. He was born on November 23, 1936 in Houston, Texas - the first of four children of Johnnie Cecil McBride and Leola Davis McBride. He studied medicine at Howard University, in Washington D.C., graduated in 1969 and completed his residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology in 1974.
Upon returning to Houston later that year he joined St. Joseph Hospital where he worked until 2014 as a staff physician, surgeon, clinical instructor and teaching faculty member. He also served the community through his private practice in Bellaire, Texas.
For over 40 years Dr. McBride dedicated his life to medicine and serving others, was an advocate for women's health, mentored budding doctors, and delivered innumerable children. His patients and colleagues loved and respected him and on the day of his passing, the Houston metro area and the medical community suffered an enormous loss. He made the world a better place and will forever be missed.
Dr. McBride was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Dr. Ernest Windrow McBride.
He is survived by his loving wife Lupe McBride and his adoring sons, Frailan, Floyd, Tristan, Abel and Corey; his beloved sisters Joan McBride and Linda Wright, and loving nieces and nephews.
While his work is done, he will live on in the lives of those who knew him.
Services have been entrusted to South Park Funeral Home, 1310 N. Main St, Pearland, TX 77581, 281-485-2711. Visitation will commence at 5 pm, Friday, February 3, 2017. A special service will be held at South Park Funeral Home at 10 am followed by the interment, Saturday, February 4, 2017.
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Maritza Ramos
January 23, 2024
My condolences to the family,I worked with Dr.McBride at St,Joseph many years,May he Rip,
Charlone Caples
January 26, 2023
He names my firstborn she name after him Cecilia it her middle name
Maritza Ramos
September 6, 2021
My condolences to the family,Rip Dr.McBride
Ana catalan
October 30, 2020
Decent honest human being and an extraordinary doctor, I was fortunate to have him as my doctor, he delivered my 2 boys. He will be missed. Our deepest condolences to his family.
Lara Wright
January 27, 2020
Uncle Cecil, I still cannot believe that you are gone. I was so fortunate to see you before your passing. When I walked into your room, you immediately said my name and how much you missed me. I'll never forget what a wonderful Uncle you were. I know you are with the Lord. Rest easy ...we will see each other again. I love you...
LaSandra Price
February 4, 2017
RIP Dr. McBride
LaSandra Price
February 4, 2017
I have known Dr. McBride many years at St. Joseph Medical Center. He was a man of his word. Assisting him in C/Sections was an honor. He made me feel at ease and very comfortable no matter what complication arose. May he rest in peace. My condolences to his family.
Tricia Gay
February 4, 2017
I had the pleasure of working with one of Houston's finest OB/GYN's. Dr. McBride was a joy to work with. He taught me so much during his time at St. Joseph Medical Center. He made the toughest emergencies feel like it was a piece of cake. He was so calm all the time. Dr. McBride will truly be missed. May his family find peace and comfort in the memories that will live on in their hearts forever. Rest in peace Dr. McBride.
Yvonne Houston
February 3, 2017
May God bless and strengthen the family. Dr. McBride delivered my 2 daughters both by C-section and I am forever grateful to him for his compassion and expertise. I was torn and sad when he retired from his practice but he shared with me his reasoning therefore, I will forever respect him and his wisdom. To the family be strong in the Lord. God loves you and so do I.
Joan
February 2, 2017
Following is a narrative I wrote for my brother a week before he departed this life:
Celebrating You
You can live your entire life thinking that you know someone. And perhaps, on a superficial level you do. You know their favorite color, favorite foods, friends, dreams and accomplishments. Those things are just a drop in the bucket, when it comes to knowing someone. You, my dear brother, have taught me that and more, during the last two years, as you fought the toughest battles of your life--which you won.
Never before, in my life, have I seen such courage, strength, resolve, commitment, love and devotion made manifest in the life of one man, or woman, during the greatest challenges of life. Of the many gifts you came into this world with, you have been generous enough to share them all; your artistic talent by the age of 3 (drawing cartoon characters), your photographic memory, graduating high school at 16 years old, your love of science, math, art, literature, music, people, and nature. Your journey took you into the lives of so many people. As a family member, a friend, co-worker, and doctor, you have left a little piece of you at each point along the way.
You are a son, brother, husband, cousin, uncle, great-uncle, great-great-uncle, father, grandfather, friend, student, acolyte, KAPPA, teacher, doctor and, most importantly a child of God. First born of our parents--Johnnie Cecil McBride and Leola Davis McBride--you have made them proud.
I will love you forever and always.
Joan
January 31, 2017
He was my Dad and great mentor and friend, I will truly miss him and his sense of humor and all around wisdom. When i have kids Im going to be a good dad like the way he was to me. I will truly miss our conversations and our family gatherings will not be the same without him. He will and always be sorely missed. I love you dad may you rest in peace with god and our hearts.. love tristan
January 30, 2017
I am truly sorry for your loss. May the God of comfort give you strength and peace during this difficult time. Psalms 29:11
Susan Beth Williams
January 30, 2017
I had the pleasure of working with Dr McBride at St Joseph Hospital 1982 to 2002 he was truly a nice person. He delivered my youngest daughter and two of my grandsons. When he talked to me it was like a father talking to a daughter, with respect and care. He will be greatly missed.
To his family, sorry for the loss of your loved one.
Gaila
January 30, 2017
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Dr John McBride. I did not personally know Dr. McBride, but I'm impressed by his professional and personal accomplishments. To his loved ones; may the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts those who mourn" sustain you during this very difficult time; Isaiah 61:1,2. So sorry for your loss.
PoPo and Mason
Corey Guajardo
January 30, 2017
Corey Guajardo
January 30, 2017
Wallace Sofka
January 29, 2017
Such a dear Friend . Always in our Heart you will be dearly miissed
Sandra Duplechin
January 29, 2017
Dr. McBride was a good teacher and doctor because of the way he listened and really observed. He had a twinkle in his eye that made me think he enjoyed the times his patients were trying to tell him something he knew wasn't true. I enjoyed working as a nurse with Dr. McBride.
Bobby J. Anderson
January 28, 2017
I'm a very good friend and ex-co-worker of a wonderful man of them all. Dr. John McBride. He said just what he meant and he meant just what he said" and everyone knew him" in that order ". He will be mist by many of close friends that worked in and out of the work force. My condolences to his family. And may he rest in paradise.
Angela Harris
January 28, 2017
I had the pleasure of working with Dr. McBride a short time at St.Joseph Hospital it was an honor working with him. Prayers of strength, love , and peace to his family! He will be missed!
Robin Morris
January 28, 2017
Dr. McBride taught me many things during my time as a nurse at St Joseph. He was funny, smart and always had something to say that's unexpected. He made delivering babies safely look effortless. His absence from the world is a great loss to all who knew him.
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