William Russell McBride, Jr.
William Russell McBride, Jr.
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He was born in Norfolk, Virginia to William Russell McBride and Ida Virginia Overman on June 19, 1941.
He is survived by his wife, Emily, his daughter Karen Ellison Morley, Palm Beach Gardens, his son Raleigh McBride (wife Megan), Chesapeake, Virginia, his grandchildren Marlin Ellison, Jupiter, Florida, Erica Ellison Okeechobee, Florida, Farrah Morley, Palm Beach Gardens, Kelly and Michael McBride of Chesapeake, Virginia.
He was predeceased by his son William McBride III.
Russ graduated from Oscar Smith High School as well as Old Dominion University. He was the owner of McBride Lumber Industries, Inc. Chesapeake. He was past President of the South Norfolk Ruritan Club, President of the Chesapeake Better Business Club, and a Governor of the Chesapeake Royal Order of Moose. Russ loved life and celebrated its beauty. It has been said of him that "He never met a stranger; everyone he met was a potential friend."
Memorial contributions can be made to: The South Norfolk Ruritan Club, 645 Woodlake Drive, Chesapeake, VA. 23320
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Penny
Yesterday
BD and I have so many wonderful memories of exciting adventures with Emily and Russ. Trips to the tides in, fabulous dinners at their condos, and just enjoying their company. Also Russ was a great dancer! We will miss him but he will always be remembered by us. Love BD and penny
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Marvin Ennis
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Via Con Dios Amigo,,,,,See you on the other side
John J. Schultz
September 28, 2025
I have lost a dear friend of 40 years. He and I were very close and stayed in touch with each other no matter how far apart we lived. We´ve we even managed to see each other every now and then. I´m really gonna miss you old buddy.
John J Schultz
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