Terence “Terry”

McBride

Terence “Terry” McBride, age 55, of Crossville, Tennessee, passed away on November 4, 2026. He was born on July 25, 1971, in Vermont, the son of Denis McBride and Judith Fugate.

Terry served in the United States Navy and Navy Reserve as a nuclear-qualified electrician, attaining the rank of Chief before his retirement. His love for the Navy continued throughout his life. He was a lifetime member and Chief of the Boat with the Smoky Mountain Submarine Base, United States Submarine Veterans Inc. He was also an active member of the Knoxville Chief Petty Officers, MESS (Association); participated in training and initiating new Chiefs, and supported numerous Navy fundraisers. Terry truly treasured the friendships and brotherhood he found through all of his service.

Terry was part owner of a security business and worked as an expert security technician installing alarm systems. Outside of work, he enjoyed hockey games, football, karaoke, smoking meats, cheeses, and cooking delicious meals on his Blackstone. He made shirts and coins for his family, grandchildren, friends, and veteran brothers and sisters; something that brought him great joy.

Terry’s amazing personality was always the light wherever he was and he never met a stranger. Whether someone needed help or simply needed him to be there, he always showed up and answered the call. Above all, he loved his family dearly and always made time for those he loved.

He is survived by his mother, Judith Fugate; fiancée, Amy Hecker and her father David Armbrust; sons, Kevin McBride, Arthur Johnson and Will Hecker; daughters, Magen Johnson, Haley Hale and Natalie Hecker; sister, Amanda Trim; and grandchildren, little Arthur Johnson, Theodore Johnson, Sophia Scarbrough and Izzy Hale As well as Many nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind dear friends, Jim and Shirley Rock, and his brothers and sisters in the Smoky Mountain submarine veterans and Chief communities.

He was preceded in death by his father, Denis “Mickey” McBride; brother, Danny McBride; and sister, Kim Murphy.

Terence will be remembered for his generous heart, his devotion to his family, his wild sense of humor and the way he made others feel loved and welcome.

A visitation will be held on November 15, 2026 at Hood Funeral Home from 2:00-4:00 PM. A funeral service will follow the visitation starting at 4:00 PM. A burial will be held on November 18, 2026 at the Veterans Cemetery in Knoxville TN at 11:30 CST and 12:30 EST.