Loyd Gene McBride Obituary
The passing of Loyd Gene McBride (Arkoma, Oklahoma) leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on July 17, 2025 at the age of 81. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Loyd Gene McBride or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
As Loyd Gene departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Loyd Gene. Though Loyd Gene may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Dillon M. McBride and Sallie Barker McBride; and his brother Reverend Ronnie McBride. He is survived by: his wife Wanda McBride; his sons, Stan McBride (Vicky) and Randy L. McBride (Shannon) of Fort Smith, AR.; and his grandchildren, Dillon McBride, Colton McBride (Megan), Kennedy Ryan and Cade Ryan.
Visitation was held on Friday, July 25th 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Edwards Funeral Home (201 N 12th St, Fort Smith, AR 72901). A funeral service was held on Saturday, July 26th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the First Baptist Church of Arkoma (200 Sicard Ave, Arkoma, OK 74901).
