Mark A McBride's Obituary
Mark Allen McBride, 62, of Decatur, passed away late Monday evening, September 14, 2015, in his home, surrounded by his family.
Mark was born October 10, 1952, in Decatur, to Dale E. and Jean E. (Eby) McBride. Mark was employed by Norfolk & Southern, Mason Manufacturing and ADM.
Mark loved the St. Louis Cardinals and playing pool.
Mark was a loving father to his surviving children, Alex McBride of Decatur and Amy(James) Valentine of Surprise, AZ. He was dearly loved by his extended family, parents, Dale and Jean McBride of Decatur; four brothers, Gregg (Jackie) McBride of Houston, TX, Bruce McBride of Minneapolis, MN, Scott (Kate) McBride of Plymouth, MN and Gary (Kathleen) McBride of Coltons Point, MD; two sisters, Jan (Steve) Kibby of Beijing, China and Jill McBride of Decatur; one granddaughter, Adelyn Valentine; and special friend, Erin Matherly.
Honoring Mark’s wishes, cremation services will be provided by Graceland/Fairlawn Crematory. Services will be planned at a later date. Memorials may be directed to Decatur Memorial Hospital Hospice Care, 3122 Brettwood Circle, Decatur, IL 62526.
The family of Mark Allen McBride is being served by Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home, 2091 N. Oakland Avenue, Decatur, IL. View the online obituary and send condolences to the family at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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