Bobby Mac McBryde

Bobby was born in Cumberland County, NC on May 23, 1932.

He graduated from Hoke County High School, The University of Omaha, and NC State University. Bobby then went on to retire from the U.S Army after a career spanning 37 years of active and reserve service, including two combat zones. After retiring from the Army, Bobby served as training materials officer with Second Intelligence Training Army Area School at Fort Bragg. He was presented the Legion of Merit, the most prestigious medal that can be conferred by the Army in peacetime by Col. Phillip Leon, Commandant of the school. Prior to his retirement from his civilian career, he was employed as a supervisory education specialist in the Army's Continuing Education System at Ft. Bragg.

Bobby joined the Raeford Presbyterian Church on June 24, 1951. He was Deacon, Elder, and a member of the Sam Morris Sunday school class, which he also taught.

Bobby, and his wife, Peggy loved traveling the world and they loved to entertain. Bobby entertained on cruise ships, playing the banjo; and he told many jokes for their neighbors at Quail Haven. He was a brilliant writer, often writing poetry and songs.

He is survived by his loving wife, Peggy Parrish McBryde, of Quail Haven Retirement Village in Pinehurst. They were married on September 25, 1954 in Red Springs, NC, and spent over 70 beautiful years together.

A graveside service will be held on Sunday, March 09, 2025 at 3:00 pm in the Raeford City Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the Raeford Presbyterian Church.