Maclin ""Mac"" James McBride

Maclin James McBride, Mac, went to be with the Lord unexpectedly on December 19, 2015. He was born to Sean and Nancy McBride on August 28, 1995 in Laguna Hills, California. Maclin graduated from Thunder Ridge High School in 2014 in Highlands Ranch, CO and was currently a sophomore attending Colorado Mesa State University in Grand Junction, CO where he was a member of Theta Xi fraternity. Maclin was a compassionate and kind son, devoted and protective brother to his two sisters, and loyal friend to so many. He was quick to cheer up or help anyone in need and was known for his generous heart and sweet nature. Maclin loved the outdoors and camping and was also a talented artist and enjoyed sketching. Maclin was a role model and mentor to his younger cousins. He had aspirations of following his father and grandfather into the Marine Corps. Maclin is survived by his parents, Sean and Nancy McBride of Highlands Ranch and his sisters, Caroline and Susannah. He is also survived by his maternal grandmother, Carol Morgan of Houston, TX, his paternal grandfather James McBride of Arvada, CO, several aunts and uncles, cousins, and countless friends who were blessed to know him. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandmother, Sally McBride and his maternal grandfather, John Morgan. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Horan & McConaty in Centennial, CO. The family requests that donations please be made to the Carson J. Spencer Foundation, carsonjspencer.org, 1385 South Colorado Blvd Suite A316 Denver, Co 80222 . The family will receive friends at Horan & McConaty Family Chapel, 5303 E. County Line Rd. Centennial, CO 80122 on Monday, December 28, 2015 from 4-7 p.m., from 5:30-7 p.m. the family will host a service of sharing and remembrance. A Funeral Service will take place at Mission Hills Church 620 Southpark Dr. Littleton, CO 80120 on Tuesday, December 29, 2015 at 11 a.m. A Committal Ceremony will take place at FT. Logan National Cemetery at 1:30 p.m. Please meet at staging area ""B."" Please share your memories of Maclin and condolence messages with the family below.