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David McBride Obituary
He was born in New London, on July 30, 1943, to the late Robert L. and Genevieve (Hlastawa) McBride. Dave was a graduate of Norwich Free Academy, Class of 1961. He was owner/operator of multiple local Dairy Queen restaurants. Dave and his former wife, Carolyn Cellucci, opened their first franchise in Taftville in 1969. They expanded their business to include stores in Pawcatuck and Norwich. Dave enjoyed many aspects of being a self-employed businessman including the camaraderie of his employees, the challenges of equipment maintenance, and the familiarity of his "regulars". He retired in 2009, pleased that his business remained in the family.
Dave enjoyed maintaining a meticulously landscaped yard. He was a tremendous cook who loved both preparing gourmet meals and dining out with family and friends. A "gear head" at heart, Dave got quite a kick out of working on and showing his customized vehicles.
Dave is survived by his three children, Shelley M. McBride and her husband, James Belli, David F. McBride Jr., and Matthew R. McBride and his wife, Jessica McLean; seven grandchildren, Ava Belli, Makayla, Michael, and Mark McBride, Kayla Paris, Shamus and Aidan McLean. He is also survived by his brother, Robert K. "Butch" McBride and his wife, Helen; two sisters, Shirley J. Phillips and her husband, Randy, and Marlene M. Mangrich and her husband, Dennis; as well as several nieces and nephews.
Dave's family will receive friends from 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 23, followed by a memorial service at 6 p.m. at the Mystic Funeral Home, 51 Williams Ave., Route 1, Mystic. Burial will be private.
David's family would like to thank the dedicated staff members at The Elms and Chestnut Cottage, Westerly, and Kindred Crossings East, New London, for their compassionate care.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lewy Body Dementia Association, Inc., www.lbda.org or the James A. Greenleaf Jr. Memorial Scholarship Fund, www.jamesgreenleaf.org.
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Memories and Condolences
for David McBride
Robert Russo
July 30, 2014
David, Shelley and Matt,
My sympathies at the passing of your father. He was a good man and I remember many fun days at your house growing up. I hope you hold on to many good memories of him.
July 26, 2014
To Dave's Family,
So sorry for your loss. I have fun and wonderful memories of working for Dave and Carolyn. Dave was a great boss and a great person.
Carol and Steve Dubicki
Heather Gwynn
July 23, 2014
Thanks for all the great memories Big Dave! You will be missed, but your legacy lives on forever! xoxoxo
July 23, 2014
To the McBride Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. I will always have fond memories of him, he was not just an employer to me, but a good friend. I always looked forward to going to work, sharing info about our gardens, fish pond, and families.
With deepest sympathy,
Sandy Holdridge
Judy Godaire
July 23, 2014
David,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Prayers and thoughts for you and your family
July 23, 2014
Caroline and family: so sorry to hear of Dave's passing
please share my heartfelt condolences with your family
Carol Beauregard
Peggy Tamburrino
July 23, 2014
David,
So sorry to hear of your Fathers passing. You and your family are in my prayers.
July 23, 2014
To the McBride Family,
I am saddened to hear the passing of Mr. McBride. I worked for him and your mom back in the 80's and he was always a kind passionate soul. My condolences to you during this very difficult time.
Kristi Surratt
July 22, 2014
Carolyn, Shelley, Dave & Matt,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss.
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Remembering the fun times we had, as kids, especially playing minature golf at Taftville Dairy Queen. We've enjoyed stopping there over the years and we still visit your family stores today for great food and icecream.
My daughter loves the hot fudge sundaes & blizzards.
Thinking of you today and in the days ahead.
May wonderful memories comfort you during this most difficult time and bring you peace. May God bless you.
My deepest sympathies,
jim Welch
July 22, 2014
Caroline, Shelley, David & Matt, We are all so sorry for your loss. Dave Sr. was always very kind to me growing up (even when I kept him up at night:))I know he will be deeply missed by you all.
All our love,
Jim, Lori and Audrey Welch
Jim Welch
July 22, 2014
Caroline, Shelley, David & Matt, We are so sorry for your loss. Dave Sr. was always very kind to me growing up (even when I kept him up at night ;)) I know he will be greatly missed.
Our deepest condolences, Jim, Lori & Audrey Welch
July 21, 2014
Dave, Shelley, Matt and family,
Our condolences to all of you during this difficult time. So sorry for your loss..
Marc and Linda Pimienta
Amy, Win and Josie Hansen
July 21, 2014
Shirley and all, I am so sorry for your loss. You will all be in our prayers, including prayers for safe travel home.
Missy (Becotte)Avery
July 21, 2014
Shelley and family so sorry to hear about your lose. I have known you and your family for many-many years.
LEONARD CORMIER
July 21, 2014
CAROL, & Daves childen, he had the best smile, always all the time.
Rick and Nancy Watson
July 21, 2014
Our deepest condolences to all the family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
July 21, 2014
Our deepest sympathy we extend to all the family. So sorry for your loss.
Rick and Nancy Watson
Carol Jordan
July 21, 2014
Shirley and family,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your brother Dave. You are in our thoughts and prayers
Bruce and Carol Jordan
Sue Davis
July 21, 2014
Dear Shirley, Marlene and family,
So sorry about your brother Dave. You have been in our thoughts and we remembered him in Adoration Sunday. Know you and your family are always in our prayers.
Kevin, Sue, Ralph, Mary and Molly
July 21, 2014
Shirley, So sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Carol & Bruce Jordan
July 21, 2014
My Condolences to Dave and his family. I grew up on Donahue Drive with Dave and his siblings as young children. I have fond memories blueberry picking with Mrs. McBride and Crabbing in the cove outside the North Sub Base entrance. God Bless Bruce Fensley
Heather Justice
July 21, 2014
Dave,
I am sorry to hear about the loss of your father. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
June Burlingham LeClair
July 21, 2014
Shirley & Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. I remember Dave so well from hanging around the McBride house - Happy Days. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gilbert Milone
July 21, 2014
To Dave's family and friends. I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. I'll always remember the good times with Dave at Graham Terrace and the Taftville DQ.
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