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Sister Irene McBride

November 2, 1923 - April 6, 2022
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Stewart & Calhoun Funeral Home
529 W Thornton St.
Akron, OH 44307
330-535-1543 | Map
Tuesday 4/19, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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Stewart & Calhoun Funeral Home
529 W Thornton St.
Akron, OH 44307
330-535-1543 | Map
Tuesday 4/19, 1:00 pm
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Mount Peace Cemetery
183 Aqueduct St.
Akron, Ohio 44303
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Irene McBride, affectionately known as MaDear and Dears, went home to be with the Lord on April 6, 2022, at the age of 98. She was born to Benny McCorvey and Leola McCorvey – Croom in Repton AL, who both preceded her in death. After moving to Akron at a very young age, Irene wasContinue Reading

Sabrina Johnson left a message on April 21, 2022:
In memory of Sister Irene McBride, Sabrina Johnson lit a candle
Tina Smith left a message on April 19, 2022:
Sister McBride was an amazing woman of God. I sang with her in the choir at The House of The Lord for many years. Her gentle spirit will be missed.
Felicia Whatley-Landry left a message on April 18, 2022:
To the family of Sis. Irene, You have my heartfelt condolences and prayers during this difficult time and beyond. There are two words that come to mind when I think of Sis. Irene... Elegance & Grace. Prayerfully Yours, Felicia
Roger Payne left a message on April 17, 2022:
So sorry to hear of the passing of Mrs. McBride my neighbor of 58 years. May God bring comfort to the family of this wonderful woman. She will be missed.
Carolyn D. Craig left a message on April 16, 2022:
My deepest condolences and prayers are with you and your family ?❤️ May God give you comfort at this time.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Pauline Clara Clark left a message on April 16, 2022:
Just saw that Mrs. McBride has joined the singing angels above. May she rest in paradise. You have my condolences.
Rev. Mark & Diana Cavi ee left a message on April 13, 2022:
Diana and I express our condolences to a wonderful Christian lady and former neighbor. Irene not only spoke the talk, she lived the walk. Prayer warrior, excellent neighbor and cherished friend. May God's peace rest with the family k nowing Irene is rejoicing with the Angels and with our Blessed Savior Jesus Christ.
Minister Darious L. Anderson left a message on April 13, 2022:
My Heart is saddened to learn of the passing of Sis. McBride. She was a Phenomenal Woman of God. She was a constant source of encouragement to me as a child, a teenager and into my Adult years. Her Beautiful Voice singing Praises unto God will be what I'll remember most. She loved to hear me playing the Organ... To The Family of Sis. McBride... May the Peace of God; The Power of His Healing Virtue... Continue to Keep Your Hearts, During this very Difficult Hour of Bereavement. With Love Always... ????
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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