Carl Love Obituary in Shelby at Enloe Mortuary

Obituary For Carl Love

Mr. Carl Love, 79, of 518 April Drive Shelby, NC passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2020 at his residence. He was born on July 4, 1940 in York, SC to the late Otis Love and Lunette McKnight Love.

He graduated from Jefferson High School in 1958 where he excelled in academics and athletics. In 1962, he graduated from Stillman College in Tuscaloosa, AL with a degree in Biology. Upon graduation he enlisted in the US Army with hopes to pursue his dream of becoming a doctor. He was a medic during the Vietnam War and served as a Green Beret soldier; he was later honorably discharged after being wounded. After not being able to fulfill that dream of being a doctor, he worked as a medic for several years at the National Jewish Medical Hospital in Denver, Colorado. Eventually he chose to become what would be his God-given purpose – teaching. And a teacher he was! He taught at Green Bethel, Washington and Burns High Schools. He took his exemplary teaching skills to St. Croix Central High School on the island of St. Croix, USVI, where he was named Teacher of the Year during what would be his last yearof teaching. He was diagnosed with the debilitating disease, ankylosing spondylitis (severe arthritis of the spine), which led to his early retirement from teaching. He went on to facilitate adult learning classes at Cleveland Community College, where he also earned an Associates of Science degree in Environmental Science.Carl was a life-long learner.

Carl was baptized at Clinton Chapel AME Zion Church, in York, SC, at the age of 13 and then again as an adult, baptized alongside his brother-in-love and brother in Christ, Glenn. He was a faithful member of Durham United Methodist Church for over 40 years. He served as lay leader and Sunday School teacher until his health prevented him from doing so. He was well-versed in the Word and knew his bible. We often went to him to have bible study and discussion and just general advice. He was a man of high integrity and of good character.

In May 1966, he married the former, Helen Withrow. To this union, three children were born: Kassandra Lynette, Carl Timothy, II and Angela Marie. His love for his family was beyond measure. Carl was a diehard North Carolina Tarheels fan; a fan of the Dallas Cowboys and just sports in general. He loved watching old westerns and reading the Bible and having Bible discussion. He loved talking to everyone about the Lord.

In 1981, he joined the prestigious brotherhood of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. He was the epitome of the four cardinal principles of his beloved fraternity: manhood, scholarship, perseverance and uplift!! He served as the Keeper of Records and Seal for the Gamma Beta Beta Chapter in Shelby, NC. He was named the Omega Man of the Year in 1986 and then again in 1993.

He was predeceased in death by his only son, Carl Timothy Love, II; his parents and his siblings: William Otis Love, James Love, Samuel Love, Frances Jane Manigault, George Love, Robert Love and Ammie (Cookie) Davis.

He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Helen Withrow Love, his daughters, Kassandra Watson (Morris) of Wake Forest, NC; Angela Lowe (Keron)of Shelby, NC; his grandchildren, Kristian, Morris III (Trey), Keron II, Carl III (CT), and Khari; one great-grandchild, Morris IV (Kade); his sisters, Sara Burnett of Laurelton, NY and Catherine Armstrong of Clover, SC. Two brothers-in-law, Willie Carl Davis of York, SC and Joe Hunt of Charlotte, NC; sister-in-law, Karen Love of Washington, DC.; Jamilah Sinkler, Omar Porter and Nicolette Brown, who were like grandchildren to him; special lifetime friends, Foster Benjamin (Dottie) and William Bryant (Aggie); godchildren, Roslyn Christian, Lauren and Lindsay Montgomery and Quentin and Jeremy Schenck; a host of special nieces and nephews, family and friends and his brothers of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Carl was an awesome husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. He genuinely loved all of his family and friends and did all he could to encourage anyone he came in contact with. He was known for his “York” stories, which everyone loved to hear. One of his favorite sayings was “hot-toe-mighty”; he had a great sense of humor and was just a lovable person. He never complained despite the challenging, physical pain he suffered due to his ankylosing spondylitis. He endured many surgeries over the years and not once did he complain. He knew where his help came from and often said, “why complain? It won’t change anything”. This awesome man of God will be greatly missed by all who knew him and loved him.

Due to recent coronavirus state guidelines limiting the size of gatherings, the service for Mr. Love will be private. He may be viewed on Friday, April 10, 2020, at Durham United Methodist Church from 10:00 AM until 12:00 Noon.

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He was my biology teacher in high school. I learned more from him than any other teacher in my life. He as the epitome of an excellent teacher. I think of him often and wish his kind of teaching was present in today's world.

I remember Carl Love. He was a very special young man--brains, sports and good looking! Really, the Love Family was very special to all of us.

To the Love Family, We were sadden to hear of the loss of your beloved husband and father. We are truly going to miss Carl. May the Lord continue to watch over you and your family during this time of grief. Praying for your healing, comfort, strength and peace during this painful time. Thinking of you with sympathy and here for you with loving support. Take your rest Carl Love. You will forever be in our hearts. RIP.
The Roberts Family-Thomas, Minnie, Travis, & Malinda

Our family chain has been broken.It is with our deepest regret we couldn't attend the services because of this virus. Mom and Aunt Lola did send and food and flowers. I look forward to the celebration of his life once this pandemic is over. With much love. The Lockett Family

The Jefferies Family send our warmest thoughts, prayers and love to the Love Family. You all have accepted us as your own, and losing Papa is a void that'll never be filled in our hearts. May you find comfort in the Lord in the days to come, and may Papa rest easy in the Hands of Our Lord.

Sending our love and prayers to you. May God lift you during this time of loss. Love Brentley, Kellie and Justice Wright

A Beautiful Life well lived..Loved and Respected by many! Love to my special Friend Helen W. Love

Sending Our condolences to the Love Family.From Annie Dorsey and Family.GFP47E4

May peace be with you my family. I love you Uncle Carl you will truly be missed. Love your niece Bianca Sloan

Tracey Spruill and girls(Whitney and Tiffaney) Last posted message. Forgot to write my name. (Praying for you ...

Praying for you and your family. I really enjoy the memories you are sharing on Facebook. I remember when I met your parents over 10 years ago. Your dad smiled the whole time we were talking! I will carry him in my heart! God is still in control!

To Mrs Helen Love and Family: We would like to express our deepest sympathy and condolences for the loss of your loved one, Mr Carl Love. May God continue to watch over you and your family and grant you comfort and peace during this time of grief. We are keeping you in our prayers. Mrs Vera Dawkins and family and Isabelle Famble

Helen_ We are sorry to hear about Carl's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family in the days ahead.
James & Sandy Russ

Thanking you for welcoming me into your home and treating me as your daughter. We became family in the mid seventies. You will be missed. RIP Dad. Will love you always. PS: You was the sharpess dresser I knew. (Lyn)

Mrs. Helen Love & Family, we the members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Shelby Alumnae Chapter, express our sincere deepest sympathy, prayers, and love to each of you. We thank God for the blessed life of Mr. Carl Love, who served our community and others well. May God continue to bless and keep you in His care. Mrs. Patty Smith, Chapter President

Our condolences to the entire Love family during this difficult time. May God continue to give you all the strength to continue to take one day at a time.

Jacqualine Goddard

Mr. Love I'll always cherish the memories and how you and Mrs. Love showed nothing but love to me. My gratitude and condolences are with you. Rest on thy faithful friend.

Daddy, I can't believe you are gone! You taught me to praise God in spite of and I am! I thank God for you and the legacy you leave behind! I love you and you will forever be my hero!! Rest Daddy, you deserve it!!