Walter Love, the esteemed BBC Northern Ireland broadcaster, passed away at the age of 88.
Throughout his illustrious career, he helmed popular radio programs such as Day By Day and Love in the Afternoon on Radio Ulster. Additionally, he was known for his presentation of the beloved Sunday show, Love Forty.
Walter Love Cause of death
Walter Love passed away after a brief illness. His family has officially confirmed the news of his demise. He peacefully departed on Friday morning while residing in a nursing home.
Who was Walter Love?
Walter Love, born on July 5, 1937, in Summerville, Georgia, was the son of the late William Marion Love and Fannie Avis Lewis Love.
He was an active member of the Mountain View Baptist Church and dedicated many years of his life working at Mt. Vernon Mills until his retirement in 2002.
Additionally, he contributed his skills as a truck driver for Patty’s Construction for a considerable period. Sadly, Mr. Love experienced the loss of his first wife, Bobbie Wilson Love, as well as his sister, Ruth Cocker, and three brothers, William Marion “Bud” Love, Robert Love, and David Love, who preceded him in death.
Surviving him is his beloved wife, Frances Ivanell “Nell” Love, along with his two sons and daughters-in-law, Rodney and Joy Love, and Carlton Love (Brooklyn). He is also survived by his step-daughter, Janet Waldrop, and step-sons, Phil (Kathy) Meadows and David Meadows.
Among his surviving family members are his sister, Jenny Tucker, brothers, Ben Love and Winston Love, sister-in-law, Margie Love, as well as 16 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren, numerous great-great-grandchildren, and a number of nieces and nephews.
Walter Love Funeral Service
The funeral ceremony for Walter Love is scheduled to take place on Saturday, January 27, 2024, at 2:00 P.M. in the Chapel of the Coffman Funeral Home. Reverend Jason Lee will be leading the service.
Following the ceremony, the burial will be held at the West Hill Cemetery. Pallbearers for the occasion will be Brandon Love, Steve Love, and Anthony Mathis.
Mr. Love’s body will be present at the Coffman Funeral Home, and the family will be available to receive friends on Friday evening from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M.
