Stephen Lee McBride

Stephen Lee McBride, our beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed peacefully at home on Sunday, November 1, 2026 surrounded by loved ones.

Steve lived a full and joyful life. Born in Logan, Utah on August 19, 1948, he grew up under the watch-care of his father Lee and mother Phyllis, with his sisters DeeAnn, Sharron, and Marilyn. Steve had a deep bond with his parents and loved his sisters, and later their families. While he was still a boy, the family moved to Salt Lake City and the neighborhood near 1300 East and 3300 South where they belonged to the Grant Sixth Ward. While Steve was attending Granite High school, the McBrides moved to their home on Calann Drive in the Cottonwood Fourth Ward.

In 1968, Steve was called to serve in the Gulf States Mission, where he came to love Louisiana, Mississippi (especially Natchez), Tennessee, and a good southern drawl. Upon his return to Utah, he began to date Darcy McCune, another member of the Fourth Ward. It was the beginning of a lifelong romance. The two were sealed for time and all eternity in the Salt Lake Temple on April 3, 1970.

Steve attended Utah State University where he received a Bachelor’s degree in journalism. While living in Logan, Steve and Darcy welcomed their first child, Matthew. They later moved to Holladay where Kelly was born, then Centerville where they welcomed Jacob, and then to Kearns, where Jonathan joined the family. When Lee and Phyllis were called on a mission in 1983, Steve and Darcy bought the house on Calann Drive, where they made their home for 43 years.

Steve had a successful career working for Miles Laboratories/Bayer Inc. He won many awards as a diagnostics representative and enjoyed working with doctors and hospitals. His natural charm and charisma endeared him to his colleagues and clients.

After Steve retired in 2010, he and Darcy served a mission at the Church’s historic sites in Nauvoo and Carthage, Illinois, where they deepened their appreciation for Church history. Steve loved to testify that Joseph Smith was a prophet. The two had many other fun adventures traveling and spending time together.

Sports were a source of great happiness for Steve. From little league baseball to ward softball and basketball to golf, he loved physical activity and friendly competition. He especially loved the St. Louis Cardinals and the Utah State Aggies. He exulted in the Redbirds’ many World Series victories, and his hopes and support for the Aggies’ teams never faded. Attending Aggie football and basketball games was part of the rhythm of McBride life for many years.

While a boy, Steve developed a passion for music, played clarinet and saxophone, and enjoyed singing. He appreciated music of all kinds, from Creedence Clearwater Revival to the Count Basie Big Band to the music of Broadway. Later in his life, he found a new avocation: performing as an actor in local theater productions. He made many new friends in his roles at the Hale Center Theater, with the Riverton Arts Council, and with several other local theater companies. Among his most memorable roles were Henry Higgins, Mr. Lawrence, Scrooge, Cogsworth, and Mark Twain.

Steve was a people person and had a gift for cultivating friendships. He made those around him feel loved and important, and it was hard to go anywhere and not bump into someone he knew. Part of what endeared him to people was his sense of humor. It ranged from wry and sarcastic to completely silly. His humor was always good natured. He could tease those around him, but they always knew he loved them.

Steve cherished his family. He loved being with Darcy and treated her with gentleness and respect. He relished every second he spent with his kids and grandkids, their spouses, and his great grandsons. He looked forward to family reunions and other events when he could be with his extended family. He and Darcy organized many memorable vacations for their immediate family. They hosted countless gatherings and meals, and created many traditions that have been carried on. Especially over the past few years as Steve’s health declined, he looked forward to seeing his beloved family and sharing his memories with them.

Above all, Steve was a devoted disciple of Jesus Christ. He exemplified Christlike attributes, taught the gospel to those around him, was quick to forgive, and served others. He and Darcy found immense joy serving together in the Salt Lake Temple. Steve also served in many callings in the Fourth Ward and Big Cottonwood Stake, including high councilor and bishop and was an influence for good, especially in the lives of the youth of the ward. He loved to teach and speak, and he gave many beautiful prayers and blessings.

As Steve’s family, we would like to express our profound gratitude for Steve’s friends

and neighbors in the Cottonwood Fourth Ward for the many hours you have spent helping Steve and Darcy over the past year. We also thank his other caregivers and nurses who have been such a blessing to Darcy and Steve. And thanks to all who have reached out with expressions of love and support. We appreciate your prayers.

Steve is survived by his wife Darcy McBride, son Matthew McBride (Mary), daughter Kelly Black (Nathan), son Jacob McBride (Maren), son Jonathan McBride (Ty), sisters Sharron Belka and Marilyn Hansen, fourteen grandchildren, and two (soon three) great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father Lee McBride, mother Phyllis McBride, sister Deann Kuhn, grandson Andrew Black, and brother-in-law Gary Hansen. His family members look forward in faith to a joyful reunion with Steve someday and hope he is enjoying a long-anticipated reunion with his parents.

Those who wish to pay their respects in person may attend a viewing from 10:00–11:45 a.m. and funeral from 12:00–1:30 p.m. on Saturday, November 14, 2026 at the Latter-day Saint church at 5565 Neighbor Lane, Holladay, Utah. The interment will take place at the Memorial Mountain View Cemetery at 3115 East Bengal Boulevard, Cottonwood Heights, Utah.