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Henry Joseph McBride
August 26, 1927 - April 20, 2019
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<div itemprop="description">Henry Joseph McBride<br><br>Henry (Hank) McBride 91, passed away peacefully on April 20, 2019 in much the same way he lived his life, with quiet dignity and courage, his family by his side and with the admiration and respect of those who came to know him. The eldest son of the late John and Laurette McBride, he was pre-deceased by his sister Dorothy, wife and mother of his children, José and daughter Susan. Henry will be deeply and forever missed by his beloved wife Judith (Pennington), sisters Therésè and Hélene, and brother John Charles (Doreen). Dad’s love, goodness, wisdom and unfailing patience will provide lasting guidance and solace to his children John (Caulette), Peter (Winnie), and Julie (Fern). Poppa’s soft heart will beat lovingly forever for his grandchildren Julia, Daniel, Ainslie, Joseph and Louis and for his great-grand children Adele and Thomas. Fondly remembered by his stepchildren Richard Purcell (Cassie), David Purcell (Bonnie) and their children Sophie, Asa, Wesley and Jack, and many nieces and nephews.<br>Born on August 26th, 1927 in Ottawa. He attended St. Pat’s College. He raised his family in Smiths Falls, where he established and ran Hank’s Tire Shop for over 30 years. <br> <br>Henry shared his passion for the outdoors; skiing, cycling, paddling, and life at the cottage with his family. He enjoyed exploring Canada, reading, music, and sharing good food, wine and conversation with family and friends.<br><br>A service will be held on Thursday, April 25, 2019 at Pinecrest Remembrance Services – 2500 Baseline Rd., Ottawa at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to The Bruyère Foundation would be most gratefully appreciated. A special thank you to the staff at Grace Manor in Ottawa.<br></div>