of Little Rock, AR
September 30, 1924 - July 12, 2021
Aubrey McBride was born in 1924 in Kansas City, Missouri and passed away on July 12th, 2021. He was preceded in death by his parents Charles Buford McBride and Glennie Mae McBride and his wife Constance Chrisse McBride. He is survived by his son Wayne Buford McBride of Little Rock.
He served in the U.S. Army during WWII and was stationed in England. While there he met his future wife. They married in 1945 and increased the size of the family with the birth of a son. They continued to live in England until 1952. Moved to the United States and back home to Little Rock, AR where he worked various jobs. Later, he passed the Civil Service exam and was hired at the U.S. Postal Service where he spent over 35 years.
He worked long hours and was able to provide a better standard of living for his family. He was always focused on doing a good job, being an honest and sincere person and taking care of his wife and child. He also was a man of faith and it showed in how he treated others. He felt called to teach bible lessons to young boys in Sunday School. With a good work ethic and a moral compass, he was able to cope with the ups and downs of daily life.
In 2007, he lost the love of his life. They had been married 60 years. He kept busy but he still struggled with the loss of his beloved Connie. After a period of time, things got a little better. In 2014 he had some health issues. Nerve damage with the associated pain in his lower legs and feet became a daily struggle. With time, it became a little more manageable. This affected his walking so he was confined to a wheelchair for several years before his passing. However, no matter how much he was in pain, he continued to try to enjoy life the best he could.
With help from his son, he was able to attend daycare at the Veterans Administration facility at Fort Roots. He enjoyed talking to other veterans, exercising and playing a mean game of bingo. He usually won often and received a small prize much to the chagrin of the other vets. At home, he read his Bible daily and enjoyed classic westerns on his iPad. He also loved to read British history magazines. He was very knowledgeable on the subject. He had a good memory and was very interesting to talk to. His life spanned so much world history and he was part of it. Memories of the depression, war, and current events at the time.
Even though he was a very quiet and modest man with a witty sense of humor, he would enjoy a little attention once in a while. In 2019, the Veteran's Administration had a little ceremony to give him a WWII medallion. One of the very few awarded.
Aubrey McBride was a member of the greatest generation. He lived his whole life by a deeply held moral code, compassion, respect for other people, and a commitment to his faith.
Funeral service will be 12:00 noon, Saturday, July 17, 2021, at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends at 11:00 am at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Forest Hills Memorial Park.
Memorial may be made to Parkway Place Baptist Church General Fund or Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church Helping Hands Fund.
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10 Condolence(s)
Alicia Edmiaston
Saturday, July 17, 2021
Wayne,
I am so sorry for your loss. Aubrey was a quiet, sweet, and gentle man. I know you will miss him dearly. I have you in my thoughts and prayers.
Alicia
Nancy Carmichael
Friday, July 16, 2021
Wayne,
My deepest condolence for you in the loss of your father being called to his eternal home. Jesus the Almighty Comforter got you. Look to the hills from whence cometh your help, ALL of your help cometh from thee. Your Dad lived a long blessed life. You provided him with sunshine and trust your father was proud and so honored to say this is my son, Wayne. His spirit and memories live on. Lifting you up in prayer. Take care of yourself. Nancy
Felicia Alexander
Friday, July 16, 2021
Wayne, I'm saddened to hear of your loss. I know that you love your dad and dud everything possible to help him. You were the best son he could have. Stay strong keep the faith. God loves you! I'm praying for you.
Richard
Friday, July 16, 2021
Wayne...sorry for your loss. Your dad was one of the finest men I have ever met.
Harold and Betty keen.
Thursday, July 15, 2021
Sorry to hear of your loss Wayne. Harold worked with Aubrey for many years. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Harold and Betty keen.
Thursday, July 15, 2021
Sorry to hear of your loss Wayne. Harold worked with Aubrey for many years. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Kristi McBride
Wednesday, July 14, 2021
I am so very sorry that my uncle Aubrey is no longer with us. I will always miss him. Aubrey and Wayne are in my prayers. Aubreys' service to God and America will not be forgotten. I will always remember his grace and great sense of humor
Mike & Sonja Ellis
Wednesday, July 14, 2021
Wayne, we were so sorry to hear about your Dad. We always enjoyed seeing him at Parkway and at the Natural State Brass Band Concerts. The memories shared above about how he lived his life and treated his family and others was a great tribute.
Sue Chartrand
Monday, July 12, 2021
Wayne, so sorry for the loss of your father. The many wonderful things mentioned about him must make you so proud to be his son.
My father also served in WW ll in Europe. It was hard times for them and so sad their generation is going but they are leaving us with many wonderful memories. Take care, Sue.
Melanie
Monday, July 12, 2021
I didn’t know Mr. McBride but he sounds like he was an amazing man. I wish I had known him.
His obituary was really special.