Michael Eugene McBride

He was born March 24, 1949 in Morehead City, NC to James and Evelyn McBride, who preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his brother in Law: Phil Lee and his grandson: Brody Simpson.

He is survived by his wife of 51 years: Linda McBride, his children: Chris McBride and his wife: Jennifer, Casey McBride and his wife: Lauren, and Tifni McBride Simpson and her husband, Jason; his grandchildren: Lucas, Gillian, Jolee, Ava, Aiden, Parker, Mallory, Mackston, and Brixlee, his sister: Rozena Lee and his brother: Tim McBride and his wife Debby McBride.

He worked at DuPont for over 40 years as an industrial mechanic. If you couldn't find him at the baseball field, you could find him working in the yard with his flowers. He loved birds and birdhouses. He was a PEZ aficionado. He loved going to the beach and fishing. Michael also enjoyed genealogy and working on the family tree. He loved spending time with his family and his grandchildren. He was very supportive of his family and made sure that they always had what they needed. He was their biggest supporter and cheerleader. He taught his family to finish what they started, to always hustle, be kind, and respectful to others. He loved his dogs and loved letting them lick his ice cream bowls. Always had a glass of sweet tea or Cheerwine by his side.

A visitation for Michael will be held Thursday, July 6, 2023 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Coble Funeral & Cremation Service at Greenlawn Memorial Park, 1155 Shipyard Blvd, Wilmington, North Carolina 28412. A memorial service will occur Friday, July 7, 2023 at 2:00 PM at Coble Funeral & Cremation Service at Greenlawn Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions may be made to Lower Cape Fear Hospice of Wilmington, NC or for Isabella Santos Foundation for pediatric cancer at TeamMcBeast.com.

As he would say, "Check ya later"- Mike

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.CobleGreenlawn.com for the McBride family.