Gerald Joseph McBride, 79, of the Kenneth E. Spencer Memorial Home and formerly of Killams Mills, passed away at his residence on January 31, 2016. Born on February 9, 1936, in Halifax, NS, he was a son of the late Gerald and Marie Ange (nee Frechette) McBride. Gerald worked at several trades over the years, he was in the Navy, CN Police Force, and was employed at the Veteran’s Hospital. Gerald is survived by his two children, Mona Lisa McBride of Killams Mills NB, and Gerald McBride of Toronto, ON; brothers: Ken (Ellen) McBride of Sussex Corner, and David McBride of West Palm Beach, Fl. Arrangements have been entrusted to the professional care of Armstrong’s Funeral Home, 33 Russell St., Petitcodiac (506-756-3361). As per Gerald’s request there will be no visitation or funeral service. A private family interment will be held at a later date. Donations to the Alzheimer’s Society would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences are available at: www.armstrongsfh.com