Thomas Kristoffer Mcbride

Raleigh- Thomas Kristoffer McBride, age 36, passed away February 8, 2013 after a long battle with relapsing polychondritis. Born September 19, 1976 in Elizabeth City, Tom lived in North Carolina, Florida, and Alaska before moving to Raleigh over 10 years ago. Tom was an avid history buff and would talk about this passion with anyone who would listen. He imparted that love to his daughter, Anja Elise, 6, who was the light of his life. Tom is survived by his beloved daughter, Anja; mother, Kitty McBride; father and stepmother, Tom and Sandy McBride; sisters, Kate LaPorte, Melanie McBride and Jessica McBride; brother-in-law, James LaPorte; grandmother, Daisy Reese; grandfather, Aldo Tutino; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. A celebration of Toms life will be held Tuesday, February 12,at 3:00PM at Edenton Street United Methodist Church. The family will receive friends in the church parlor following the service.In lieu of flowers, a 529 College Fund has been set up for his daughter, Anja Elise McBride. Memorials may be sent to: Thomas K. McBride Memorial 5929 Cameo Glass Way, Raleigh, NC 27612. Arrangements by Bryan-Lee Funeral Home, Raleigh.