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Lynne Mary (Forrest) McBride

Posted 2022-06-04 by mhenderson
Published by Arizona Daily Sun on Jun. 2, 2022 -
Flagstaff, Arizona -

Lynne Mary McBride, 70, of Flagstaff, AZ passed away unexpectedly on
November 29, 2021. Lynne is survived by her children, Emily Rose
McBride, Rebecca (Becky) Joy McBride and Christina Marie McBride all of
Flagstaff, her brother Paul D Forrest of Louisville, KY and four
grandchildren as well as three nieces.

Lynne was born June 9, 1951 in Bloomington, Indiana to C. Dorsey and
Leora Forrest. Growing up, Lynne lived in various cities throughout the
country before moving to Tustin, California where Lynne graduated from
Foothill High School in 1969. An excellent student, Lynne also enjoyed
competitive swimming, singing and playing guitar. Lynne continued her
love of playing guitar and singing throughout her life. Lynne also had a
life-long passion for horticulture spending much of her professional
career working for various nurseries and garden centers. Lynne retired
from W.L. Gore in 2020. Lynne loved spending time outdoors and with
family. Lynne was preceded in death by her parents Dorsey Forrest and
Leora Forrest, and her sister Meredith (Madie) Forrest.

A Celebration of Life is scheduled for June 5, 2022 from 11:00 AM to
2:00 PM at the Gardens at Viola's located at 610 S State Rte. 89a,
Flagstaff, Arizona 86005. Family, friends, and others whose lives Lynne
touched, please join us to share stories and memories as we celebrate
her life. We will have a memory box to collect written stories as well.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be to The Arboretum at
Flagstaff (thearb.org) in support of their educational programs.






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