Kathleen G. McBride

Indianapolis, Indiana – Kathleen G. McBride passed away peacefully at home on August 8, 2025. Her feisty attitude and love of life will be deeply missed by not only her friends, but all who knew her.

Kathleen was born to parents Jesse & Myrtle (Carrier) Goforth on November 19, 1934, in Clark County, Indiana. She and her family moved up north where she graduated from Arlington High School. A beautician, Kathy loved her work and helping others look their best, even meeting her beloved Leland at her shop. They were married in 1961 and celebrated 55 years of marriage together before his passing in 2016.

A woman of many talents, Kathy was also a talented seamstress and phenomenal cook. Her passion though was her family and friends. A dedicated mother to Chad and a devoted friend, she loved to spend time with those closest to her.

In addition to her parents, Kathy is preceded in death by her beloved husband Leland Turner McBride, brothers Clark Goforth and Verlin Goforth, and son Chad McBride (survived by Tammy McBride).

She is survived by her caring friends and a legacy of good food and great jokes.

At Kathy’s request, services will be private.

In lieu of flowers, Kathy requested memorial donations be made to Hancock Hope House (35 East Pierson Street, Greenfield Indiana 46140) in her name.