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Charles Lovell Obituary

Charles Nathan Lovell LUBBOCK-Charles died doing what he loved- sleeping. Charles Nathan Lovell, 78, passed away Tuesday, May 6, in Lubbock, Texas. Charles was born Nov. 5, 1935, in Lamesa, Texas, to Albert and Edith Lovell. He graduated Frenship High School in Wolfforth, Texas, where he met and fell in love with Nanilea Coke. Charles married Nanilea on July 31, 1953. They celebrated 60 years together this past July. Charles was fortunate enough to celebrate the 50th anniversary of his company in Lubbock in November. Charles is survived by his wife, Nanilea; and together they had three daughters, Vicki Faulkner (Paul), Debbi Watson (Michael Gaffney), and Lori Owen (Jason); six grandchildren, Jonathan (Lindsay) and Amanda Faulkner, Carli Woodul (Tyson), Rachel, Banner, and Macy Owen; and 4.1 great-grandchildren. Charles loved spending time with all the grandchildren, and to this day his favorite is still up for debate! In addition to all the favorite grandchildren, Charles loved spending time at Lovell Casa, White River watching the sunsets, hunting, and fishing. Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday evening, May 8, at Resthaven Funeral Home. The celebration of life will be held on Friday, May 9, at 10 a.m. in the Ford Chapel, First Baptist Church, Lubbock, on Broadway. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Meals on Wheels of Lubbock. Condolences may be offered at www.resthavenfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Lubbock Avalanche-Journal on May 8, 2014.

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Tammy Coke

May 13, 2014

Dear Nanilea and girls, I was saddened to hear about Charles. He was such a family man. I know you and others will have a great void in your life. Hugs and prayers for you all.

May 10, 2014

Dearest Lovell family, I was so saddened to hear of Charles' passing. I have such fond childhood memories with yall's family: the first moon walk gathering at your house, camping and fishing trips, and our beloved trip to Mackinac Island! Wouldn't it have been so nice to have cell phones on that trip? Do you remember how many times Daddy and Charles were in the truck camper and Mom and Nanilea were in the car and we would invariably get separated in just about every major city we passed through!! Sending great love, peace and prayers from the Hills of Ohio….Tina Hill

Molly Do I need one really? Postnikoff

May 9, 2014

Well as y'all know, I am pleased to know the Lovellrama clan since 1992. I am glad I got to see Charles on a good day a few weeks ago enjoying a Five Guys Burger and fries with Lori my longtime BFF. It was good to see him. I have spent many holidays with the Lovells-Owens-faulkners. They are my Lubbock family. My love to all of you. Peace and comfort for the days to come sent your way.

Roger Blank

May 9, 2014

To Vicki & Paul, the Lovell family and all at The Lovell Copmpany, our deepest sympathy on the passing of Mr. Lovell. We always appreciated his direct approach in business. Our prayers go to all.

Roger Blank
Mary LeRoy

Terre Carthey

May 9, 2014

Sweet Vicki, I was so sorry to hear of your daddy's passing. He left a beautiful legacy in you, one of the kindest ladies I know. He was a humble, strong, tenacious man! Love you all. Grant and Terre

Stacey May

May 8, 2014

I have many great memories of Charlie but the most recent favorite is when I played golf with my dad, Jimmy May and Charlie. We were getting ready to Tee off on hole # 1 and while waiting for the group ahead to get off the green, Charlie asked me "Stacey where is our flag?"
I pointed about 300 yards away I said "there's the flag." Charlie turned looked at me and said
" Thanks I didn't want to miss it"
I thought Oh ok makes sense, don't want to over shoot the target. Charlie approached the ball lined up and swing! Charlie made contact and the golf ball went up in the air and landed 50 yards away! My dad started laughing Charlie was laughing. It took me a minute and I started laughing.amd from that moment on and every hole we had a fun fun day of golf that I will always remember.
I will miss Charlie

May 8, 2014

We were so sorry to hear of Charles passing he was a good friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you at this sorrowful time.
Herb and Helen Wilson
Sulphur,La.

May 8, 2014

Lori and Family - we are so very sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Susan, Lee, and Evan

Teri Davis

May 8, 2014

Dearest Nanilea, Vicki, Paul, Debbi,Lori, and all Lovell's,I am so saddened by Charles's death. Spending time with your family was such a joy! Charles was the most independent business man I ever knew. He so loved his family. My deepest sympathies, Teri M. Davis

May 8, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family at this time.

Monte Robertson, Corinth Texas

David Day

May 8, 2014

Certainly a sad day to hear of Charlies passing. Will always count him a "dear friend". Though I had not seen him in almost 20 years, the fun times we shared will never be forgotten. God be with the family in this time of sorrow, and thank God we were privileged to have known and loved him.

chuck Meline

May 8, 2014

My deepest sympathy to the family. Charles was good friend that I will never forget.

Milton Pierce

May 8, 2014

Milton and Sharalee Pierce offer deep sympathy over the loss of a good man and a great friend. We will offer prayers for the family.

Julie St. Onge

May 8, 2014

Dear All:

I was so sad when I heard of Charles passing from Lori. I always loved his sense of humor and his kindness. He was also so nice to me when Lori and I were running around together in High School. I know you all will miss him so much. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prays.

May 8, 2014

Have known Charles and Nanilea for many years,tho i didn't see them often,i loved them all of these years. Charles will be missed by all,love to His Family.Markey hollowell.

L. D. & Virginia Baxley

May 8, 2014

Thoughts and prayers be with you. Love you!

cathy kubacak

May 8, 2014

Nanilea, Vicki and family, I am so sorry. Charles was always a bright spot in my life when I talked to him, loved his wonderful sense of humor. I know he loved all of you deeply and he will be greatly missed. Sincere Condolences and Prayers.

Greg & Holly Welch

May 8, 2014

Vicki, Paul and family. We are so sorry to hear do your loss of your beloved father. We are thinking of you during this difficult time. Please let us know if we can be of assistance.

Patty's 60th

Martin Bloom

May 8, 2014

A heartbreaking bit of news of a friend and colleague for forty years. Those were a great forty years knowing and calling Charles a friend, and have giving me the great fortune of being able to call a couple of members of the next generation (Vicki and Paul) truly great friends.
Patty and Marty Bloom

Gary Ray

May 8, 2014

Nanilea, Vicki, Debbi & Lori-I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of Charles. He was a remarkable man in business, but excelled in the love of family, friends and life. I still draw on knowledge gained from Charles many years ago. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you and your family.

Roger Gross

May 8, 2014

Dear Mrs. Lovell and Family. When Paul alerted me of Charles passing I felt
numbed and reflective of our times together. Charles was very special. A good friend and a great business person. Charles was one of my first sales calls in 1972 and ever since that day , I felt as if I was a member of the Family. I will never forget Charles and all of you will be in our prayers.
Roger and Gena Gross , Albuquerque, NM.

May 8, 2014

To the Lovell family, I was sorry to hear of Charlie's passing. It brought back many memories of times spent with your family. He was a great man. My deepest sympathy. Phil Sims

bob and judy schultz

May 8, 2014

Dear Nanilea and family. I am o very sorry to read of the loss of Charles. I have fond memories of your family and his sense of humor and his affection for his family. Judy and I send our sincerest of condolences

May 8, 2014

Praying for God to wrap his arms around you and give you that special peace that only He can give.
God Bless,
Darrell & Wilma Leffew

May 8, 2014

My deepest sympathy to all the family. Charlie was truly a great guy and good friend.
Love to all of you,
Suzie May

Kent Knight

May 8, 2014

I offer my heart-felt condolences to the family and pray for your comfort.
Kent (Billingslea) Knight

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