Bettie McBride, 75, of 502 Moir Street in Eden, passed away early Thursday morning, July 25, 2013, at Morehead Memorial Hospital.
A funeral service will be held at 2 PM on Saturday, July 27, at North Spray Christian Church. Burial will follow in Overlook Cemetery.
A native of Rockingham County, Mrs. McBride was born November 16, 1937. She was the daughter of the late Woody and Leo Belton McBride. Mrs. McBride was a member of North Spray Christian Church and was the owner and operator of McBride Concessions.
She is survived by her daughter, Bess Brinkley and husband, Bob, of Walnut Cove as well as many dearly loved cousins, friends and A.A. family.
The family will receive friends Friday evening, 7 - 9 PM at Fair Funeral Home and other times at the residence.
Memorial contributions may be made to North Spray Christian Church, 521 Washburn Avenue, Eden, NC 27288.
Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com
Thoughts and prayers to you Bess and family.
Raymond and Sue Henley
My heartfelt sympathy to the McBride Family. Betty was a good friend and a wonderful person to everyone. She was loved and will be missed by many. Bess and Bobby, know that you are in my prayers and thoughts.
Clyde Wagner
To the families of Bette. our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God keep you close to Him in this time of sorrow.
Ted and Sadie Turner
Dear Bess and Bobby, We were so sad to hear of Bettie's passing. She was truly one of a kind. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Darrin and Beth Pulliamb
Bettie is surely a part of my Spray Memories. We even skated together at the old McBride rink across from the Brethren Church. I pray God will grant her family peace and comfort at this time of loss. Keith Hundley, New Bern, N C
Keith Hundley
Bess my prayers and love will always be with you as always with Bettie.We will miss her the memories of our blessed times together.She was one in a million,never forgetting her as we glean from that strength and love she gave us through her love and trust in God.With blessings and love Elka
Elka Cheshire
I pray the God will give you peace and strength at this sad time. I know that Bettie will be missed by all.
Carol Beasley
To Bettie's Family, I am sorry for your loss. Bettie was a classmate from first grade at Lakeside to graduation from Tri-City High. She is remembered fondly.
Jackie Allen Carter
So sorry to hear about your loss. I remember her coming to our house when I was very young. She was so pretty and sweet! She was just someone special that you never forget. May God bless each family member and give you peace and comfort.
Muriel Bryant Caldwell
We were so sorry to hear the news Bess. Sending lots of love and prayers your way. Love, Anne, Rich and Everett
Anne Wade Garrett
Bess and Bobby, I extend my heartfelt sympathy to you both. Bettie was a friend and a person who I enjoyed working with during our years together in the fair business. She was loved by many and will be missed. I send my love and Prayers for both of you during this difficult time.
LOUIS JOHNSON
Betty was a joy to be around. She was always kind to me. One of my most memorable experiences was cooking polish sausages, Braks, and hotdogs at one of her concessions at the Dixie Classic Fair.
Henry A. Fleishman,MD
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Born: Tuesday Nov 16, 1937
