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.
Harold & Lori Woodward
06/05/2014
We have such a heavy heart. You are in our hearts also as we grieve with you. We love you and are there for you forever.
Jim & Clare Tholund
06/05/2014
So sorry to hear of Mike's Passing. Laura & Family, may God wrap his comforting arms around you all, let you all see the care of your family and your friends as we are there for you in your time of need.
Rest in Peace Mike.
Steve and Linda Gonzalez
06/05/2014
Laura -We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jen Swailes
06/05/2014
Laura, my beautiful little cousin.I wish i could hold you tight and take away all your pain. Im so sorry for your loss.always know your family is here to help you in every way possible.I love you Laura ..
Drue Powers
06/05/2014
Laura and Mike's family, I came to know Mike during my time with DMPD Ident. I knew him to be a good cop, and you could always depend on him. I and my family pray for the comfort that only God can give during this time of exceptional grief, and extend our deepest and most sincere condolences.
Matt Barron
06/04/2014
Laura, I knew Mike for many years and he was certainly one of a kind. I will always remember his humor, spunk and deep compassion for his fellow man. He was a great Cop, but even a better friend. On behalf of his brothers & sisters in blue at the Clive Police Department, we offer our sincere condolences for the loss of such an amazing person. May God continue to comfort your family during this difficult time.
Duane & Tari Adamson
06/04/2014
To Laura, Mike's family and friends; our deepest condolences. May your cherished memories bring some comfort and peace in the days ahead.
Melissa Hall
06/04/2014
It never seems fair when we lose a loved one, especially someone like Mike. I am so sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time, and always.
"The LORD is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed." Psalm 34:18(NLT)
Jillian Gartner
06/04/2014
Laura,
Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this tough time.
Mike Resch
06/04/2014
...Mike will be missed...I was truly sadden to see the email today from the chief' relaying his death to the DMPD. Have many great memories of Mike in those first few years right after he became an officer. Although I have been retired for many years I always enjoyed seeing Mike. My sympathy to your family
Brent
06/04/2014
Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day.
Unseen, unheard, but always near; still loved, still missed and very dear.
- Anonymous
Tres Davis
06/04/2014
Michael was the kindest soul, laughter and pranks, fun and caring....carry his love and when times as tides roll in....let the sun of his heart warm you and all of us...with much love Laura...Tres and Shauna
Linda ( Mike's cousin from Cedar Falls)
06/04/2014
Laura, Peg, Patty and Sherry,
My heart is heavy with sadness. Remembering when he was a baby and how much fun we had with him. He will be missed by many.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
With much love, Linda
Dale & Jackie
06/04/2014
Laura, our heart felt prayer be with you, please know we are truly sorry and will miss M.
Lisa Payton
06/04/2014
Laura, my thoughts and prayers are with you.