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Shawn Love Obituary
Shawn Jonathan Love, Sr., born September 7, 1972 departed his life December 13, 2006.
The funeral will be held 12:00 p.m. Tuesday at Mt. Moriah P.B. Church, Charlotte with Elder Thomas W. Samuels, officiating. His body will lie in state December 17-18 at Alexander Funeral Home. Burial will be in VA Cemetery, Salisbury. Visitation is from 11-12 p.m. Tuesday at the church.
He leaves to cherish his fond memory, his wife, Rhonda Love; sons, Shawn Love, Jr. and Shadarius Love; daughter, Krystal Love; father, Johnny Love; mother, Nathalie Love; sisters, Audrey Kay Gary, Ingrid L. Gaither (Oliver) all of Charlotte, Joanne Bryson of Gaston, NC, Valarie Little of Charlotte; brothers, Johnny Love, Jr. of Nashville, TN and Corey Little of Charlotte.
The family will be at 2656 Rachel St.
Alexander Funeral Home is serving the family.
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Memories and Condolences
for Shawn Love
TEE GILL
December 13, 2007
I CAN'T BELIEVE IT'S BEEN A YEAR. I MISS U SO MUCH. I WOKE UP THIS MORNING WITH THE WEIRDEST FEELING. ALTHOUGH I JUST THOUGHT ABOUT IT YESTERDAY, IT SOMEHOW SLIPPED MY MY MIND THIS MORNING. TODAY HASNT STARTED OUT TOO GOOD. I KNOW GOD KNOWS WHAT'S BEST FOR EVERYONE BUT I JUST HAVEN'T QUITE UNDERSTOOD YET WHY HE TOOK TWO PEOPLE THAT I ADORED SO MUCH SO CLOSE TOGETHER. IT'S REALLY BEEN HARD AND WORDS CANT EXPRESS HOW I REALLY FEEL BECAUSE IT'S UNDESRIBEABLE. I'VE BEEN TRYING TO STAY SO BUSY THIS YEAR, TRYING TO KEEP MY MIND OFF THINGS. I THOUGHT BY NOW I WOULD HAVE A LITTLE CLOSURE BUT I DON'T. I WORRY ABOUT YOUR KIDS EVERYDAY AND I WONDER HOW THINGS ARE GOING WITH THEM. I KNOW I COULD PROBALLY PUT FORTH MORE EFFORT TO FIND THEM BUT I THINK ONCE I GET CLOSURE WITHIN MYSELF I CAN BEGIN TO HELP THEM BECAUSE RIGHT NOW IF I WAS TO SEE THEM I WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO HOLD IT TOGETHER. JUST KNOW THAT I LOVE U AND I'LL ALWAYS REMEMBER U AS THE BEST UNCLE AND FRIEND EVER!!!!!!!!! LUV, YOUR NIECE
INGRID Gaither
September 7, 2007
HAPPY BIRTHDAY SHAWN SR. MISS YOU AND LOVE YOU.
SHANTARI GILL
September 7, 2007
TO UNCLE SHAWN, TODAY IS YOUR 35TH BIRTHDAY AND I'VE BEEN THINKING ABOUT U ALL WEEK. I KNOW TONIGHT YOU WOULD'VE BEEN PARTYING LIKE A ROCKSTAR AND I WOULD'VE BEEN RIGHT THERE WITH U. I STILL CANT COME TO GRIPS THAT YOU'RE GONE BECAUSE U ARE SOMEONE THAT I WONT FORGET. WE ALWAYS HAD A GOOD TIME.I MISS ALL OF THAT. THOSE WERE THE GOOD OLD DAYS AND NOW MY LIFE IS BORING. YOU KNOW SOMETIMES U JUST DO STUFF TO TRY TO TAKE AWAY THE PAIN BUT THE GOOD THINGS AND MEMORIES CAN NEVER BE REPLACED. SO AS YOU CELEBRATE YOUR BIRTHDAY IN HEAVEN, I'LL CELEBRATE U HERE ON EARTH BY THINKING OF U.
Erica Bandy
July 11, 2007
Shawn,
It has been 7 months since you left us with only great memories of you. I still cannot believe that I will never see you again. I have a son now Shawn and I hoped that you would coach him in football. I never told you this " Big Shawn", but you were like a brother to me when I would lose touch w/ you and Nookie and later find you guys it always felt like I never lost touch. I hate that you're gone, but I know in my heart that you are in a better place feeling no more pain and even though I cannot promise you that I will never lose touch again, I will keep my promise through your legacy the boys Lil Shawn and Shadarius. I love you always Big Shawn and I know I will see you again so this is not good-bye this is See ya Later.
Ingrid Love-Gaither
December 30, 2006
To my family: We will truly miss the friendly, loving and caring spirit of Shawn but we know with God all things are possble. Keep the faith because we know Shawn is resting now. He don't have to worry about the things that bothered him anymore. We can continuing his and Sandra's loving spirits by loving each other even more now than we ever have. Lots of Love
Kerin Melvin
December 23, 2006
I just wanted to say that Northbrook Dr. will never be the same without you. Our children grew up from little kids and loved "Big Shawn". My children are deeply saddened and will truly miss you. Mrs. Nookie.......girl stay strong and keep your head up!!! May the Lord bless and keep the Love family.
Tokees Thornwell
December 22, 2006
Love family, My condolences and prayers are with you. You don't know me, but Shawn was my first boyfriend in the 3rd grade. I've not seen him since Smith Jr. High. His death breaks my heart. Please know that know the is loved. Tokie
Shondra Alexander-Cole
December 22, 2006
Shawn,
You will be greatly missed. I will always keep you in my heart and my prayers. I'm thankful that I had the opportunity to have you in my life as a wonderful long time friend. May God bless Rhonda, Shawn Jr. Shadarius and the entire Love family.
Omera Benson
December 21, 2006
Shawn,
Where can I begin...I never thought I would be doing this. You are very special to me and we have been friends for over 16 years. We had good times together. You were always there for me..I am going to miss you greatly. We were there for each other through thick and thin..Promised to always be there for one another...I can't begin to say how much I will miss you...You are my heart and I will never forget you.. Mr. & Mrs. Love your son is a very very special person..He will be greatly missed..Stay strong..He will always be remembered...
SHANTARI GILL
December 21, 2006
Uncle Shawn,I'm gonna miss you so much!You were like one of my best friends. We talked about everything whether it was good or bad. I could tell you things and wouldn't worry about being judged. I just can't believe you're gone. It's like a dream to me. I keep trying to picture you the moment you died. I just wish i could've talked to you that day and maybe i could've made a difference. I'm so sorry that you were in so much pain.It hurts my heart to know that you were hurting that bad. I remember our last conversation on December 12th, i called you and asked for your mailing address.You're exact words were "no don't mail it, i'll be over there this weekend" and you never got the chance to come. Well you're gone now and we have to remember all the good times that we shared with you. Just remember that i love you. Your Niece, Tari
Edna M. Gabriel
December 21, 2006
To Nathalie & Johnny and the entire Love Family:
Our thoughts, prayers, and love are with you during your time of sorrowing and questioning. May you find peace in the comfort of the Scriptures. The Holy Spirit is a very present help in the time of trouble, He will give you "Peace" that will surpass man's understanding, if you keep your heart and your mind stayed on Him.
(I Corinthians 4:3-5 in "Today's International Version") states, I care very little if I am judged by you or any human court; indeed, I do not even judge myself. My conscience is clear, but that does not make me innocent. It is the Lord who judges me. Therefore, judge nothing before the appointed time; wait till the Lord comes. He will bring to light what is hidden in "darkness" and will expose "the motives" of people's hearts. At that time each will receive praise from God.
May His Peace be multiplied to you all!
The Royster Family
December 20, 2006
I can't believe I am writing in your guestbook regarding your passing. You will surely be missed and I pray that God holds your family in the palms of his hands and gives them the comfort they need. I know through God's will they will be able to get through this. We love you and and your family will continually be in our prayers.
Minister Natashia L. Grimes
December 20, 2006
To Johnny and Natlie Love: You will continuly be in my paryers. Continue to look towards the hills from where your help come from. May you find comfort in your memories.
Love Always,
Lisa Jones-Matthews
December 20, 2006
To the Love Family: What the devil means for evil, God turns it for your good. May the peace of God rest, rule and abide within you and all of your family. Comfort one another and seek the face of God. Keep the mother, sisters, wife and especially the children covered in prayer. Bathe them in the word of God and saturate their (especially the children)lives and surroundings (friends and home life) with the things of God. Shawn, his smiles and his joking around will be greatly missed. The Love family will be in our prayers and on our hearts. Look to the hills from wence cometh your help. Call on him, he hears your cry and sees your tears. Be blessed. Always, the Matthews family. Gerard, Lisa (Jones) Brandon, Eric and Kendall (from the Bronco's team) Cammeron and Zachary (From Ms. Marys barber shop)
Joseph Lattimore
December 20, 2006
He will be missed. God be with you and your family.
Barbara Broom
December 19, 2006
My Deepest Sympathies go out to the Love Family. Shawn was a good friend, with a big heart. He always wore a smile and had a kind word. He touched my life and will always be in my heart.
Shayla Byers
December 19, 2006
Be Still
Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.
Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.
If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.
Beverly Grimes
December 19, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Rhonda Sanders
December 19, 2006
To the: Love Family, Just look to the hills, which cometh your help, all your help and comfort will come from the Lord. He will see you through! Co-Worker of Rhonda Love(Hopewell Transportation)
janicea (fee-fee) huntley-chisolm
December 19, 2006
my prayers are with the family, stay strong and may god be with you, shawn always kept us laughing in clanton park and school. i'll never forget him.
Shawntay Wilson
December 19, 2006
May god strengthen the Love family during this time of grief,Shawn was a very loving person he will surely be missed, I pray daily for a full recovery for Mrs.Love and comforting for the boys.
johanna Love-Johnson
December 19, 2006
It seems just like yesturday we was roaming the halls at Olympic. I will truly miss you and I know someday we will meet again.. "Your big cuz"
Love you always,
Johanna (Jody) Love-Johnson
Gale Johnson
December 19, 2006
To Ingrid and the family of Shawn Love, you will continuously be in my prayers. I pray for your strength, your peace and your comfort at this time of so many unanswered questions. Even when it doesn't seem like it, God cares for you and and he is just a prayer away with whatever it is you need.
Cherisma Hoffman
December 19, 2006
Coach Love will be missed by the kids he coached on the Freedom Drive Broncos team. My son, who is now 12, will always remember him as a tough, but loving coach . We pray for the healing of Mrs. Love and for God's comfort for the Love family .
Cherisma Hoffman/Andre' Jackson
Regina Crosson
December 19, 2006
Shawn, I love you and will miss you greatly. I remember all of our childhood memories in Clanton Park and would not trade them for anything. I love you and miss you, you are always in my heart. I'm glad to have known you all of your life and I will continue to live thinking and remembering the Shawn Love I knew in the JRTOC uniform from school.
Derek & Nicki (Wilson) McKnight
December 19, 2006
Shawn was a great person with a great smile and will be missed. Your family will be in our prayers.
Bo Hamrick
December 19, 2006
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Tasha Marshall
December 18, 2006
We extend our condolences and a these words to the family:
Picture Shawn as he was
Full of life and love
Although not with you now
He is watching from above
He knows how much you miss him
and he misses you too
Time will heal your heart,
Each day better than the last
Michelle Vinson
December 18, 2006
May God strengthen and comfort your family during this time and the days ahead.Shawn was loved by many and he will never be forgotten!May the memories you have of him sustain you until you see him again!God bless!
Julissa
December 18, 2006
My condolences go out to the entire family. May God give much blessing to the babies and strength to look beyond this trajedy. Shawn will be missed and remembered for the wonderful and nice person he was. I worked with Shawn for a few years and knew him to be a great person. My prayers go out for the wife and her recovery as well.
Nakeisha Broome (Olympic High School)
December 18, 2006
My thoughts and prayers goes out to the Love family during their time of bereavement. Shawn was a great person and will truly be missed.
Mr. and Mrs. Parker
December 18, 2006
On behalf of myself and family, we want to bid farewell to a caring and good brother. Shawn was a great motivator and diligent worker for the uplifting of the youth in his community. He will be well missed by many. Our prayers go out to his entire family. May GOD Bless all of you during your time of bereavement.
TJ and Thelma
December 18, 2006
Our deepest prayers are with you and your family.
Wanda Mcdowell
December 18, 2006
Coach Love
I am so thankful for how you inspired my son,during his first encounter with the Freedom Drive Broncoes.I heard your name every day during football season.Chaz will always remember you as (Coach Love Of The Freedom Drive Broncoes)I know that god is with you wherever you are.Love Wanda,Chaz,Naeshia and Jade.
December 18, 2006
May God bless your family,and we send our condolence. Jabari & Shamika Lockhart
Mr.& Mrs. Pittman
December 18, 2006
Our thoughts are with you and your family during this hard time. We will keep you in our prayers.
Tanya (Rogers) Thomas
December 18, 2006
Shawn, you are ALREADY being missed, your smile and your sense of humor. May God bring your family wonderful memories as He has done for me in my time of sorrow. (Olympic HS)
Evelyn Reed
December 18, 2006
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kim Holt
December 18, 2006
Our condolences to the family of Shawn.
Thank you Shawn for always talking to my son, Sgt. Paul Liggins Jr., whenever he was home on leave. You would then assure me that he was doing fine.
I will treasure those conversations.
Love,
Kim Holt (Freedom Drive Broncos)
and Family
T. Steele
December 18, 2006
To The Love Family~
I extend my condolences to you. You are all in my prayers. May you find strength in God during this time. Love you all!
Anneka Trapp
December 18, 2006
Love Family,
Words can’t explain the sorrow and the pain that you’re feeling. In the deepest time of pain, look to the sky, for the Lord will be righteous unto you and lead you through this difficult time. Shawn, you were like my little brother that had the biggest smile. Don’t stop smiling! I’m counting on your smile to help me through.
LaRanda, Darion, & Antoine' Cunningham
December 18, 2006
May God comfort your family during this time.
Kenetra Adams
December 17, 2006
To the family, I would like to say he will truly be missed by many. God bless you and may heaven smile upon you. I love you!
You Never Said Goodbye
You never said I'm leaving
You never said goodbye
You were gone before I knew it,
And only God knew why
A million times I needed you,
A million times I cried
If love alone could have saved you,
You never would have died
In life I loved you dearly
In death I love you still
In my heart you hold a place,
That no one could ever fill
It broke my heart to lose you,
But you didn't go alone
For part of me went with you,
The day God took you home.
Coach Pat
December 17, 2006
I remember all the good things you did for all the boys we coached together. They will grow to be better men because of it. I will miss you and will keep you in my heart always.
Tamara Love-Barr and Family
December 17, 2006
Shawn,
Words can not express the grief that I feel. It has been a long time since I've seen you, but you were thought of often. I will forever cherish your memory. I will keep the Love family in my thoughts and prayers, and I hope that you all will find peace and comfort through GOD as each day passes, and let Shawn's memory always be in your hearts.
With Love,
Jenesia "T.T"& Sammy Shannon
December 17, 2006
Look to the Lord in Prayer:
Whenever you feel discouraged. Whenever you're loaded with care. Whenever your heart is aching, just look to the LORD in prayer.
Shawn was a great friend. I've known him since grade school, he was a wonderful person, He will truly be missed. Loved by many many people, especially his Broncos Family.
Love Always The Shannons
Corey and Sheila Nesmith
December 17, 2006
Be Still
Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.
Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.
If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.
Dana Petty
December 17, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time.
Octavia Trapp
December 17, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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