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Obituary For Betty Jean McBride
Dr. Betty Jean “BJ” Thomas-McBride of Midland, GA transitioned home Saturday, August 15, 2020 at Piedmont Midtown Medical Center.
The Homegoing Celebration for Dr. McBride will be held on Saturday August 22, 2020 at 11:00 a.m., at the gravesite at Green Acres Cemetery.
A Family Hour will be Friday, 2 until 4:00p.m. at the funeral home.
There will also be an opportunity for friends to participate in a “Drive Through Visit With the Family “ on Friday from 6:30 until 8:30pm in the parking lot of Nazareth Baptist Church, 526 Radcliff Ave, Columbus, GA 31906.
The family strongly encourages masks and social distancing be exercised by everyone.
In lieu of flowers, the family request that contributions be made to charities that were near and dear to Dr. McBride’s heart: The Georgia Missionary Baptist Convention, Delta Life Development Foundation through Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Columbus, GA Chapter of Jack and Jill, Inc., Kiwanis Club of Columbus, Georgia School Counselors Association, and Nazareth Baptist Church Education Fund.
Born in Columbus, GA on December 24, 1948 and raised in Harris County, GA, Dr. McBride was the daughter of the late Hossie Lee and Leona Minter Thomas. She was a 1967 graduate of Carver High School in Hamilton, and obtained her bachelors degree from Albany State College. Sher furthered her education by receiving her Masters degree from Georgia Southwestern University, a Specialist degree from Troy State University, and her Doctorate from the University of Sarasota. She retired following 41 years with the Muscogee County School District as the Director of Guidance Services.
Surviving her departure with cherished memories, include; her husband of 27 years, Mr. Andrew McBride II, her son, Demetrius Andrew McBride (Tiffany), two god children, Katrina Denson Peak (Anthony) and Kierra Henry; nine siblings, Patricia Williams, Kenneth Thomas, Debra Pringle (Rhuel) ,Tasha Allen (Marlon), Leonard “Red” Thomas, Robert “Bobby” Thomas, Michael Thomas, Regina Sow and Charles Triplin; and a host of loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
The Staff of Progressive Funeral Home is honored to support the McBride family with End of Life Services.
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Add A CondolenceBJ was a wonderful person that I loved getting to know through GSCA and the University of Sarasota. My sincere condolences to the entire family.
So happy to have worked with BJ on a Christmas program at Nazareth Baptist Church several years ago. A delightful woman she was and loved the Hallelujah Chorus from Handel's Messiah.
To know BJ was such a pleasure. I got to spend my first year in education with BJ at RCHS. Without her, I would not be where I am today. She was a blessing to me and my husband. I will miss her greatly. Rest easy my friend. I love you.
My thoughts and prayers are with the McBride family at this difficult time. Dr BJ Mcbride will truly be missed. The world is a better place because she passed this way.
May our Lord and Savior be with you all at this difficult time. Praying that he will give you strength and peace. BJ will be missed.
So sorry for your lost. BJ was an awesome person. I did my intern under her in 1998. She made the world a better place for all. Rest Dr. McBride.
My deepest condolences to the family. Your Mother was a wonderful, caring woman and this world is a lesser place without her presence.
My sincere Condolences to the family and friends!! May God comfort and strengthen you all during this difficult time. Much love to you all. May she Rest in Paradise.
Sending my Sincere condolences to You and tbe Family! Though I know simple words will not comfort you,today- I hope that Our thoughts n prayers will support You All at this time of bereavement! May God continue to give Yiu strength! Sincerely, Marissa Doggins Ethel James Antonio Robinson Wylisa n Marisa Doggins
My deepest condolences to the entire family. My prayers and thoughts are with you all. May God keep you strong and united through this tough time.
Debra Pringle, the only words that comes to mind right now is for you to trust God and He will see you through. He is too wise to make mistakes. You know that I love you all. Keep the beautiful memories of one of God's best servants (B.J. McBride) in your heart.
Prayers for comfort in the loss of Dr. McBride. I enjoyed serving with her in Georgia School Counselor Association leadership. She was a treasure to many. Her laughter brightened the room. Brian Law, GSCA President 2008-2009
I am proud to have been a part of Dr. McBride's life. She was a great person and Servant. W. J. And Gloria Brown.
