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1933
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2022
Jay McBride Obituary
Jay Lee McBride passed away on April 10, 2022, at his home with family by his side. He was born and raised in Caseville, Michigan on February 18, 1933, to Fred and Mona McBride.
Jay married Georgina Beadle and they had three boys: Curtis, Terry, and Tom. They moved to San Diego in 1958. Jay first worked as a mechanic and then as a San Diego County Deputy Sherriff with many rolls from bailiff to DEA.
Once retired, Jay took over his deceased brother Duane's Arco gas station and McBride's Towing on Mission Center Rd.
Jay was a remarkable person and father. He will be remembered for his integrity, generosity, and kindness, which he shared with family, friends, colleagues, employees, and everyone fortunate to meet him.
Jay loved all animals. He had a supernatural character with animals. To see him around animals and how they gravitated and trusted him instantly was amazing.
Jay enjoyed hunting and attending San Diego Charger games as an annual season ticket holder. Anyone who knew Jay, knew he had a good story to tell and always with a dash of humor and optimism. Jay truly cared about everyone around him and would make sure all was well, as he was a true patriarch.
Jay is survived by his sons Curtis, Terry, Tom, and Brent McBride; his grandchildren Erin Rae McBride, Gina Sturgeon, Nick McBride; great-grandchildren Asher and Leuca Pagaduan, Ryder and Sol Sturgeon, Noah and Luke McBride, and Braydon McBride.
Jay was preceded in death by his parents Fred and Mona McBride, brother Duane McBride and first wife Georgina Beadle-McBride-Sandifer.
If you would like to send a message or learn about his Celebration of Life, please send an email to Terry McBride: [email protected]
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Kristy & Gary MacDonnell
May 19, 2022
So sorry to hear that "Uncle Jay" as we Chappel's Sherry, Kristy and Ross used to call him has passed. We have so many memories of all the family get togethers, parties and celebrations over the many many years. Jay is now with all his old buddies Dwane, Dale and Lowell, and they are living is up. Going to miss you.
Sherry & Chirs Baca
May 19, 2022
Jay, we are so sorry to hear of your passing...today, May 19, 2022. Ross & Karen, Kristy & Gary and Chris & I just spent the day spreading Mom & Dad's (Dale & Lucille) ashes. We were all talking and asking if any of us had heard anything about you, Christmas cards sent awaiting a response, now we understand. May you enjoy your reunion with all those who have preceded you, I know Dad & Lowell are having a blast with you! Love ya, Sherry & Chris XXOO
Robert "Catfish" Williams
May 13, 2022
Terry I am so sorry to hear of your loss of your Dad. He was a great friend and Boss.
Tracy Witt
May 9, 2022
Jay was a great man and father to Shana, Jana, and Brent. I´ll never forget his voice and time I had knowing him. What an impactful soul. Wishing the whole family peace during this difficult time. May his memories live in your hearts forever.
Tanya Stivers Spitz
May 8, 2022
So sorry to here of your Fathers passing. He was nice man to all.
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