My dad, Edd Spain, and Floyd's mother, Theo, were first cousins.  Only now learned of Floyd's death.  Would love to connect with Kathleen.  She and I were close to the same age and family here would love to hear from her.  My love and sympathy to her and the rest of the family.  Linda (Spain) Aaron

I just found out Mr McBride passed.  So sorry to hear that.  He was my favorite teacher at Woerner - my only male teacher in grade school.
He even helped me later when he was a lawyer for some trouble I got into as a teenager.  Just 8 or 10 years ago I used to stop by his house occasionally on my way bike riding to Forest Park.  I really loved that guy!  I will miss him dearly.
I hope Mary Lou is doing fine.  She always welcomed me at her home too.  A couple of really wonderful people.

So sorry for your loss.  My prayers are with you and your family.

Dear Mary Lou, It is my pleasure to have served Judge McBride and you at Machacek Library for many years. The first time I said, "Here comes the Judge", he laughed and I used it again many times. He was always gracious and our staff looked forward to your visits. I will miss him. Let us know how the Library may be of service to you now.

Martha and family - 
My heart aches for you for the loss of your father.  Hopefully knowing that he is at home with his Lord will help ease you through your grief.  I treasure the memories of running around your home Martha when we were teen-agers, seeing your father.  You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

God's Blessings - 
Jan (Doering) Cibulka

Dearest Beth & Family,
I was deeply saddened by the loss of your father, husband & friend.  Frank & I will keep you all in our prayers. 
Much Love, 
Colleen & Frank

Dear Mary Lou and family,
At this time of sorrow, may you find comfort in your memories.  Judge McBride and I shared a special bond on the Judicial Bench for over 20 years and he was always a gentleman.
Judge Daniel and Mary Anne Tillman

I first met Floyd McBride when I was about 19 years old, and he cross examined me when I was a witness to a stabbing.   I watched the closing argument given by Floyd McBride  and even though I had witnessed the crime, I almost had some reasonable doubt about his client.  The jury did too, and convicted the man of a misdemeanor instead of a felony.    What a lawyer!!  This inspired me to think about going to law school myself.   Then fast forward several years  and I was a young lawyer prosecuting a D.U.I. trial.  My opponent was Floyd McBride.  Once again he was brilliant and he easily won the trial.  Afterwards I told him how we had met before.  His face lit up.  He remembered the trial like it was yesterday, and he told me some colorful anecdotes about the case. Fast forward again, and I found myself trying several civil jury trials in front of Judge Floyd McBride.  He was always patient with me.  I fondly remember sitting in his chambers waiting while the juries deliberated.  Judge McBride would pull out a stogie, put his feet on his desk, smile, and ask about my relatives.  He lived next door to my elderly aunt and was a wonderful neighbor to her and her family.   Judge McBride liked to talk about his days as a school teacher.  Once he told me that a lot of people assume that he is Catholic because his name is McBride and because of where he sent his kids to school, but he called himself “just an old fashioned Protestant.”  Fast forward again several years later and I was visiting my old friend and mentor, Jack Fitzgibbon, at St. Mary's Hospital after Fitz had had surgery.  Fitz told me that Floyd McBride coincidentally was a patient in the hospital at the same time, and after Floyd McBride learned that Fitz was in the hospital, he visited and the two of them told funny stories and made each other laugh for  hours....…Like I am sure they are doing again now.    He was quite a man.

Dear Mary Lou and family,
We were so sorry to learn of Floyd's death. We will always remember the very special times our families shared. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
With Love, 
Phil and Gloria Goffstein Ellis

date..mid january 1944 ...8th gr.walnut park graduation ..the 2 smallest boys rose center stage and began singingin the hymn swing low sweet chariot  ..OFF KEY .. stop said teacher Dorothy Gabler .. start again and sing it right ..floyd who  had the nickname of bunky and i  finished the duet ...when floyd  sings for our mericiful lord  a smile will be attained ...thanks for the memory old chum and rest in peace ... richard  j. cadice ... my condolences to the entire mcbride family.

Sorry to learn of your loss. 
 My condolences. I mourn his passing while celebrating his life.
Sheldon Grand, a retired Missouri Lawyer

He was good friend and collegue for many years.  My thoughts and prayers and that of my family are with you.

I am a friend of Marylou, we take Art Classes together.
I feel as though I knew Floyd and the family through hearing her stories.  My heart goes out to all of you .. Peace be with you.

Coby Redfield. 
Festus, Mo

It is a testament to the love and influence Floyd McBride had on so many people in his life, that those of us who were students of his more than 50 years ago continue to hold him near and dearest in our hearts. As the obituary relates, his life was well-lived; it is impossible to put into words what an impact he continues to have on those of us who were fortunate enough to spend time with him.  Love and condolences to Mary Lou and the family.

Jean Springer Skates,
Woerner  School Class of Jan. 1961

I am blessed to have first met Mr. McBride many years ago when I was a young man.  There is no man who had a greater impact on the direction of my life and I thank God for his guidance and example. I am so sorry he has left this world I am praying that you and your family find strength and peace.

I had two favorite teachers growing up, Miss Blankenmeister in the 3rd grade at Kennard and Mr. McBride in the 6th grade at Woerner.  He was not only a respected teacher but also a friend.  It was a honor for him to break a yard stick on my desk for not paying attention in class. He was the one who told us Don Larsen pitched a perfect game in the World Series.  I have happy memories of him, sorry he is gone.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Marylou and her children at this time of loss. Floyd was such a wonderful neighbor to us, but especially to my mother Anne. In fact, I remember when Floyd took it upon himself to remodel my mother's back porch when it was in need of repair, spending his own money and time to do so. My mother thought the world of Floyd, as did we. He will be dearly missed by us all, but his memory and kindness will be with us forever. 

Kathy and Don Horan

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Denise Finazzzo

I have many wonderful memories of trying lawsuits before Judge McBride when I was a young lawyer.  Later, I had the pleasure of serving with him on the Circuit Court.  He was one of the finest judges in the Circuit.  Smart, fair and with a great sense of humor.  You knew he loved the law, but he hated motions in limine.  May he rest in peace.

Booker T. Shaw

As an outsider, being a young lawyer from Chicago, I had the privilege of trying a three week jury trial before Judge McBride in the late 70's/early 80's.I have always remembered his patience and resolve to give everyone before him the fairest of trials. He was a wonderful jurist who I will always remember(and he paid for the tremendous amouts of coffee we inhaled).

Thanks for the memories.  Have a good time with John in heaven.  We love you, Floyd.

LAURA
Very sorry to hear about judge floyd,I will remember you and your family in my prayers,God bless,,ray p

i have had the privilege of appearing many times before Judge McBride when he was a trial judge and in more recent years, as a Special Master.

Without exception he treated all attorneys and clients fairly and with grace and all decisions were fair and based on the law.  He had a brilliant mind, recalled decisions of years ago, and was called on by other judges for guidance.

We will all miss him.

Frank N. Gundlach

OBITUARY

Honorable Floyd McBride Jr.

4 August, 1930 – 23 April, 2012

Hoffmeister Colonial Mortuary

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