William T. McBride of Winter Haven, FL, formerly of Eldred, NY, passed away on August 22, 2016 at his home. He was 73 years old.

Bill was born on June 12, 1943 in Yulan, NY to Virginia Weber Donahue and William J. McBride. He served in the U.S. Army Reserves.

He retired from the Operating Engineers Local 825 before moving to Florida. Bill was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather who loved his family and time spent with them. He took great pride in building, restoring and showing his antique cars at numerous car shows. He was a member of the Central Florida Street Rod Association and made many forever car friends.

Bill is survived by his wife Sandra, sons Bill (Doris) and Aaron; grandsons Billy (Teao), Michael (Kim), Tyler and Kyle; great-grandchildren Josh, Justin, Camren, Jaycee, Mason and Ivalyn; brother Richard (Cheryl) and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was predeceased by his parents, a brother, James Barns, and sister, Nancy McBride.

Service will be held with the privacy of the family.