Michael James McBride
June 01, 2014
Michael James McBride, 45, was born June 14, 1968, to James and Marlene McBride in Cedar Falls, Iowa. He passed away at his home in Ankeny, Iowa on June 1, 2014.
Michael grew up in the Des Moines area and graduated from Urbandale High School. He worked for the Des Moines Police Department for 23 years, graduating Academy Class 53. During that time, he served the community in the uniform patrol unit, narcotics unit, airport unit, and most recently as Detective, Special Assignment Unit. In his youth, Michael was honored as the second-youngest ever to receive the Eagle Scout award, and he was always supportive of his father's active participation in Shriners.
Michael loved live music, travel, food and especially his family and many friends. Michael was a creative, passionate man who lived a robust life without fear. He was dedicated to those whom he loved, and demonstrated that love at every opportunity.
Most of all, Michael loved his wife Laura profoundly, and the two were inseparable from the time of their first meeting fourteen years ago.
Michael is survived by his wife, Laura; sisters, Peg (Terry) Meewes, Sherry (Romaine) Curtis, and Patti Payne, in addition to five nieces and one nephew; parents-in-law, John and Julie Schreurs; brother-in-law, Rob Schreurs; as well as a large circle of friends he considered his family. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 7, 2014, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th. Visitation will be held Friday evening from 4 to 8 p.m., also at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Shriners International in loving memory of Michael.
Condolences for the family may be offered online at
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Holly Hoover
06/06/2014
Laura and Family, I can't even imagine your heartache. I know from seeing you and Mike at your wedding reception how much you loved each other. My thoughts and prayers are with you, John, Julie, Rob, and the rest of the family.
Holly Hoover
Jennifer Saunders
06/06/2014
Laura, love and prayers to you and yours.
Ann Shaffer
06/06/2014
My sincere condolences to Mike's family at this sorrowful time. I worked with Mike at the DMPD and enjoyed many conversations with him. May he rest in peace.
Jean Schroeder
06/06/2014
I was saddened to hear of Mike's death. I worked with Mike a number of years ago at Sears. I still remember how excited he was to be getting into police work. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time.
Jenni Liston
06/06/2014
I first knew Mike on a professional level more than 20 years ago. I would stop the shoplifters in the retail store. Mike would respond to the calls and take custody. More recently, I've had the privilege to get to know him on a more personal level. Mike was so genuine. He had a way about him that could make everyone feel like family and a talent for bringing smiles and laughter to any conversation. He will be missed greatly.
Laura, My heart is heavy with sorrow for your loss. I hope all the love and support received from friends and family will bring you some comfort and peace during this most difficult time.
Christopher Smith
06/06/2014
God bless
Gina Nolan ( Gigi Bown)
06/05/2014
I also new mike for almost 30 years and he did always have a big smile waiting for you and he always knew how to make you laugh. He didn't see in color... Handicap... Personality... Or personal quirks. The one thing I admired most about Mike was his give a crap attitude, if you didn't like him he didn't care... If something went wrong ...no problem. He was his own personality...his own man... his own spirit... That's what made us love him so much. My only regret is that I didn't stay closer in touch as we grew older because I missed out on what a beautiful person I know he became as a man.
Laura my heart felt sympathy to you, I can't imagine what you're going through...our thoughts and prayers to you, your family, his family and his extended family on the police force. I know the tremendous impact he had on ALL of our lives as kids... I can only imagine the effect he had on you. Deepest sympathy ?
Tracy and Amanda
06/05/2014
Laura, we're thinking of you! Our hearts are heavy with your loss, he will be greatly missed.
Allie Canfield
06/05/2014
It's hard to grasp the loss of such a fun-loving & warm-hearted guy. He always provided great stories & great laughs. He will truly be missed!
Bob and Judy
06/05/2014
Laura,
It is with deepest sympathies that we reach out to you. words can not express how sad we are for your loss and heart ache. When thinking of the times we have been around Mike and You, we can't help but to smile in those warm memories. Please know that you are not alone, there are so many of us willing to help at moments notice. DO NOT HESITATE to call, please. We know and trust that God has welcomed another incredible person into heaven. RIP our friend... you will be missed dearly
Geno Garton
06/05/2014
Laura and Family, I worked with Mike while he was at the DSM airport. Everyone there was his friend as he was so very outgoing. I have him rated as a super cop. God has a great one up there now. RIP dear friend.
Terri and Steve
06/05/2014
Laura & family, We wish there were words or actions that could help ease your sorrow. We hope knowing how much Mike was loved by so many will bring you you some comfort in the difficult days ahead. Mike, thank you for the friendship and memories. We will miss you so much!
Charlie & Gail Bemis
06/05/2014
I knew Mike since the Police Academy in the spring of 1992. He was a great Cop and a good Friend. He will be missed. Our prayers go out to his family. Rest in Peace, Mike
Carrie Coffman
06/05/2014
We are so sorry for the loss of Mike. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families at this time of loss. With much love. Ron, Carrie, Casey and Chris
Jodi Selby
06/05/2014
Laura and Family, I've worked with Mike on various cases involving financial crime and my husband and I got to know him on a personal level during annual Skybox outings at the Cubs games. He is without a doubt one of the best law enforcement professionals I've had the honor of working with. On behalf of my husband, Scott and I, you have our most heartfelt and deepest condolences.