Carolyn Elizabeth Fulton McBride, 78, of Bedford, passed away on Sunday, December 1, 2024 at home surrounded by her family. She was born in Radford, VA on December 21, 1945 a daughter of the late Luther McLean Fulton and Irene Mastin Fulton. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Eugene McBride. She loved God and tried to do everything to please Him. She was very dedicated to her family and always tried to help others. Carolyn is survived by her daughters, Donna Anderson (Bill), Tamela McBride (James Rae); grandchildren, Allen, Jason (Amanda), Amber (Brandon), Brittany, Tiffany, Steven (Emily); great-grandchildren, Alayna, Braxton, Aubrey, Elias; and sister, Cindy Gallimore (David). A funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m., on Saturday, December 7, 2024 at Tabernacle Church of God, 14577 Big Island Highway, Big Island, VA 24526, with Rev. Sam Jones officiating. Family will receive friends one hour prior to the service beginning at 12:00 Noon. A graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m., on Saturday, December 14, 2024 at Fairview Cemetery, 3300 Melrose Avenue, Roanoke, VA. Arrangements by Burch-Messier Funeral Home, Bedford, 540-586-7360.