He was born on March 11, 1944 the son of the late Norman Sr. and Betty McBride Newburg.
Norman was honorably discharged after serving in the United States Army during the Vietnam Era in Alaska and Texas. Returning to Clearfield Norman worked at Tafco in Hyde as a custom sheet metal worker. He then worked as a journeyman sheet metal worker for the local #12 until his retirement. After retiring Norman very much enjoyed his camp with his buddies and made frequent visits with his Tafco pals. He also enjoyed wood working and electronic projects.
Norman was married 52 years to the former Mary Andrews, who survives along with a son Daniel McBride and his wife Stephanie; four grandchildren: Brandon McBride, Lindsay Hand, Justin Hand and Nicholas Hullihen and wife Ashley; also surviving are three sisters: Barb Dorwardt and her husband Frank, Norma Rahkonen and her husband Dave, Janet Higgins.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Charles “Mike” McBride; his aunt and uncle Mary and Deacon McBride.
Private services will be held for the immediate family at the Bennett and Houser Funeral Home, Inc. with Pastor Scott Schultz officiating. Burial will be in Shiloh Cemetery.
Memorial contributions can be made in his memory to Mosquito Creek Sportsman's Club- Children’s Activities, please mail contributions in care of Daniel McBride: 1087 Mt. Zion Road Clearfield, PA 16830.
The Bennett and Houser Funeral Home Inc. of Clearfield are in charge of the arrangements.
To send online tributes go to www.bennettandhouser.com or www.mem.com
To all of my thoughtful friends who remembered me and my family at the death of my husband, Norman McBride, with cards, plants, and kind gestures. I greatly appreciate your kindness. Also, I want to give a special thanks to Pastor Scott Schultz, the county Veterans Affairs, and the helpful staff of Bennett & Houser Funeral Home. Thank you- from Mary McBride and Family
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