Michael Shane McBride

Michael Shane McBride, 81, formerly of International Falls, passed away June 15, 2024 after a courageous battle with cancer. Mike was born on February 18, 1943 to Mark & Mardella McBride, the second of four boys. He graduated from Falls High School class of '61 where he was captain of the football team, on the student council and lettermen's club, played on the baseball team and was class vice president. Mike married Diane Sokil of Fort Frances in 1964, and remained married until her death in 2010. They had one child together, Shane, who according to Diane, never gave them a moment's trouble. Mike worked in the paper mill until the early 1970's when he became a Minnesota State Patrol Officer in the Twin Cities. Mike was active in local youth sports, enjoyed gardening, traveling and working on home projects with Diane. He loved going home to the Falls for deer hunting at the shack and fishing at the cabin on Rainy Lake with his family. Mike was also a proud member of Elks Lodge 1599. When he retired from the Patrol, he worked in accident reconstruction for Lofgren Associates. Mike's greatest joys of his life though were his grandchildren Logan (17) and Julia (15). He enjoyed being with them at the cabin and attending their activities. Mike's grandson, Logan, said "I want to thank my papa/grandfather for introducing me to his love of fishing and hunting." Julia said "He was an amazing grandpa who I will miss a lot, and I hope he knows how much he meant to me, and that I love him." Mike was able to find love again with Connie Hanna, whom he resided with in Coon Rapids. Together they enjoyed being at the lake, card games, golfing and spending time in Florida. Mike was preceded in death by his parents Mark and Mardella, and wife Diane. He is survived by his son Shane McBride (Kristine); Grandchildren Logan and Julia; Brothers Pete McBride (Deb), Brian McBride (Maggie) and Tim McBride (Nancy). Funeral mass will be held on Friday, June 21st at St. Stephen's Catholic Church in Anoka MN. Visitation will begin at 10 a.m. with the funeral at 11 and lunch hosted by the family. We invite all who loved him to attend. The family requests in lieu of flowers that donations be made in his memory to the American Cancer Society.

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Michael Shane McBride

February 18, 1943 - June 15, 2024

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Michael Shane McBride

February 18, 1943 - June 15, 2024

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