Herb went to his heavenly home on Wednesday, September 28, 2022, after a long battle with pulmonary and cardiac issues. He was surrounded with love by his wife and his family during his final days. He was born March 30, 1947 to Viola Dalton Love Armstrong and Herbert Lee Love, Sr. in Chester, SC.
He was a member of Steele Creek Church of Charlotte. Herb had been a Sunday school teacher and worked with the children’s ministry. He lived his life for Christ and he touched many lives. He was caring, funny, gave big hugs and was definitely the rock of our family. Herb filled the room with joy, laughter, and love upon entrance. He loved fiercely; family and friends were important to him.
Herb married his high school sweetheart, Cheryl Clark Love, and they were married for almost 55 years. They enjoyed traveling after retirement. Herb always looked forward to vacationing each year with his children and grandchildren. He was able to go on the family vacation to Topsail Island just 8 weeks ago. He adored his six grandchildren and attended all their sporting events and ballet recitals through the years.
He graduated from Chester High School and attended York Tech in Rock Hill, SC. Afterwards, he completed his military service with the Army National Guard. His career as a Designer spanned over 42 years. Herb was retired from FMC-Lithium in Bessemer City, NC after 32 years of service.
In addition to his wife, Cheryl, he is survived by his daughter Dana Crump (Scott); his son Eric Love; his grandchildren, Cameron Love, Zach Crump, Carson Love, Ethan Crump, Caroline Crump and Chase Love and 4 great grandsons. Also surviving are his mother Viola Armstrong, sisters Linda Endres (Ed), Judy Mobley (Hoppy), and Kathy Thomas (Shorty); sisters-in-law Karen Flynn (Chriss) and Judy Currence; many nieces and nephews and long time friends Jack and Margie Lee.
He was preceded in death by his father Herbert L. Love, Sr., his step-father Elihu Armstrong, his daughter-in-law Melissa Love, and his in-laws Mattie and Lester Clark.
A visitation for Herbert will be held Friday, October 7, 2022 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at McEwen Funeral Service-Pineville Chapel, 10500 Park Road, Charlotte, NC 28210.
A Celebration of Life Service will be on Saturday, October 8, 2022 at 1:30 pm at Steele Creek Church of Charlotte, 1929 W. Arrowood Rd., Charlotte, NC 28217.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Herb’s memory to Steele Creek Church of Charlotte, “Vision Fund”.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.McEwenPinevilleChapel.com for the Love family.
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