
Leonard J.T. McBride
2018-01-31
Leonard J.T. McBride, died peacefully on Wednesday, January 31, 2018. He was 93 years old. Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of the late Edmond and Frances (nee Wizner) McBride. Mr. McBride was a veteran of the US Army, serving his country during World War II. After his honorable discharge at the rank of Staff Sargent, he attended Temple University earning a Master's Degree in Education. He taught mathematics at Upper Dublin High School for 32 years until his retirement in 1982, and was also on the coaching staff of the baseball team. After his retirement, he taught at Montgomery County Community College part time. Formerly of Maple Glen, Leonard was a resident of Gwynedd Estates in Ambler. He was known by all as a true gentleman. Mr. McBride was a past member of the Lions Club. He was an avid golfer and played many rounds at Limekiln Golf Course. He enjoyed vacation time with family and friends on Long Beach Island. He was a sports fan, especially of the Phillies and Eagles. He enjoyed doing crossword and Sudoku puzzles and always loved being around dogs. But his greatest joy was spending time with his true love, Marie, his wife of 63 years. Leonard was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Marie (nee DeSando) in 2011. He is the devoted father of Deborah Franklin of Ambler. He is the dear brother of Rita Saybolt of Philadelphia and the late Edmond McBride, and is the step brother of Jack McDonald of Cinnaminson, NJ and Eugene McDonald of Philadelphia. Leonard is also survived by his sisters-in-law, Catherine Varhelyi (Joseph) and Eleanor Deon (the late Dan), both of Ambler. Relatives and friends are invited to call on Wednesday February 7, 2018 from 9:30 to 10:30 AM at Saint Alphonsus Church, Maple Glen, PA. Leonard's Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. Stephen F. Leva at 10:30AM. Interment will be in Whitemarsh Memorial Park. Remembrances in Leonard's name to the National Kidney Foundation, www.NFKcares@kidney.org, or the Shar Pei Rescue of Virginia, www.SharPeiRescueofva.org would be appreciated by the family. Tributes and photos may be shared at www.UrbanFuneralHome.com