Shawntee' Kavina McBride Obituary in South Hill at Feggins Funeral Home

Obituary For Shawntee' Kavina McBride

VIEWING: Friday, August 16, 2024 Time: 12:30 PM - 5:00 PM

SERVICE: Saturday, August 17, 2024 Time: 11:00 AM Bloom Hill Baptist Church, 1786 Busy Bee Road, South Hill, VA 23970 Rev. Sharon Baskerville, Pastor/ Rev. James Rogers, Presiding

INTERMENT: West View Cemetery, Halifax Street, South Hill, VA

SHAWNTEE’ KAVINA MCBRIDE, daughter of Denise Newby Hargrove and Leslie McBride, was born July 20, 1981 in Brooklyn, New York. She entered her eternal rest on August 10, 2024 at her residence in Richmond, VA.

At an early age she was baptized and joined Jerusalem Baptist Church. She later became a member of Bloom Hill Baptist Church.

Shawntee’ was educated in the Lunenburg and Mecklenburg Counties Public Schools. She was a 1991 graduate of Park View High School and she was in the top ten of her class. Shawntee’ received several awards from the GATE Program (Gifted and Talented Education), All American Scholar (Band) Award, IFLA (International Foreign Language Award), USNBA (United State National Band Award), and NSLA (National Leadership Service Award. She later attended VCU (Virginia Commonwealth University) and studied Political Science/Attorney.

Shawntee’ served in the U.S. Army and received an honorable discharge as SGT in 2006. She also did a tour in Iraq. She received numerous medals: army achievement medal, army reserve components achievement medal, national defense service medal, army service ribbon, overseas service ribbon, armed forces reserve medal, and global war on terrorism service medal.

In 2015, Shawntee' married Jonathan David Ruthazer.

Shawntee’ was a “people person.” She loved life and people. If she loved you, you knew it because she made you feel you were always # 1 and you felt it. No one was ever going hungry or be homeless on her watch because you would be fed as well as housed by any means necessary. Shawntee’ loved to read, cook, dance, sing, as well as skate. She was an avid Dallas Cowboy fan.

You will be truly missed. If you’ve ever crossed her path, you would never forget her. She was unforgettable. God placed his beautiful angel here to love everyone, like they needed to be loved. You did a magnificent job, SHAWNTEE’!! Rest baby, and know we loved you back. Fly high and never forget that you mattered tremendously.

Shawntee’ leaves to cherish her memory: mother- Denise Newby (Jeffrey) Hargrove, South Hill, VA; father- Leslie McBride; 1 sister- Shannon (Diya) Harris, Richmond, VA; 8 aunts- Majade (Bondelemu) Bey, Drewryville, VA; Jacqueline Newby, Key Port, NJ; Ella Newby, Victoria, VA; Ada Scarborough, Brooklyn, NY, Priscilla Ferrell, Clarksville, VA, LaKeisha Ferrell, Buffalo Junction, VA, Lora Hargrove and Theresa (Josh) Holiman, Henderson, NC; 5 uncles- Forsett (Aisha) Newby and Leonardo Newby, all of Brooklyn, NY; Larry McBride, Richmond, VA; Ron (Tina) Bagley, Kenbridge, VA; Otis (Shirley) Bagley, LaCrosse, VA; grandmothers- Mary Ezell and Roberta McBride both of Brooklyn, NY and Crystal Bagley, Kenbridge, VA and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Photos & Video

Condolences & Tributes

Add A Condolence

I love You Shawnteé

Words still fail me. Although I still talk to you everyday, I still felt like saying I Love You on h

Rest in glory my friend. You haven't finished your course. Glad to have known you. Brigedett Moultrie- Peebles

I was so sad to hear of Shawntee's passing. RIP. Condolences to her family.

You will truly be missed Shawntee'.May GOD continue to cover and give total understanding to your whole entire family at this really sad time. Much love to your mom & sister. Fadela Little & family!❤️🙏

Sending my Heartfelt condolences to family and friends. "My thoughts and prayers are with you during these difficult times. May God almighty give you the strength you need to get through the days ahead and may your heart and soul find peace and comfort.
Elaine Williams-Sledge Richmond, VA

Prayer of peace and comfort to the family! I was part of Sharntee's graduating class and she was always the sweetest most smily person. She will be missed by many! Fly high sweet lady! Until we meet again.

Heather Skinner

You have your wings to soar high above the earth and watch over your love ones. You are already missed however you will never be forgotten. May God comfort your family and loved ones as they work on adjusting to daily life without your physical presence. Grace to adapt and peace to all hearts that are heavy, in Jesus name 🙏 💐💕
Condolences from Kim & Melanie

You have your wings to soar high above the earth and watch over your love ones. You are already missed however you will never be forgotten. May God comfort your family and loved ones as they work on adjusting to daily life without your physical presence. Grace to adapt and peace to all hearts that are heavy, in Jesus name 🙏 💐💕

Sending my condolences and prayers for the family. She was my classmate very smart and beautiful. Queen you will be missed. I know your still smiling like you did in high school. Rest well Queen.

I am so sorry to hear of Shanwtee's passing. I taught her in 5th grade and she showed so much promise then. I am so proud of all she accomplished. She will forever be that 11 year old with a big smile and love of life in my mind. My condolences to the family.