Dennis Alfred Love
10/08/1933 - 10/03/2026
Dennis Alfred Love passed away peacefully in his sleep October 3, 2026, five days shy of his 93rd birthday. He was born October 8, 1933, to Horace & Sarah Love of Chase City, Virginia. He was the youngest of 4 children. He grew up on a farm and learned all about tobacco growing and harvesting which led to his profession as a tobacco buyer for Universal Leaf. He loved competition in work and in sports which served him well since selling tobacco was through an auction system.
On December 26, 1965, Dennis married his wife, Carol, whom he adored. They were married for over 60 years and lived in South Hill, Virginia. They were members of the Berea Christadelphian Ecclesia. Dennis was a Godly and strong family man who served as secretary/treasurer for over 60 years at Berea. For many decades, he was an important part of the leadership, board of directors, and physical maintenance in service to the Christadelphian Youth Camp near Chase City, VA.
Dennis loved to tell stories and jokes to make people laugh. He is remembered by many for his turns of phrase, unique expressions, and one-liners. He loved playing cards with family and friends. He was an active, devoted, hardworking husband and father. He was a huge sports fan and enjoyed watching and playing sports of all kinds (basketball, football, baseball, horseracing, etc.).
Dennis leaves behind his cherished wife, Carol; his daughter, Cynthia (Paul) Pursell of Salida, CO and their 3 children, Jonah, Brandon, and Kayla; his son, David (Cory) Love of South Hill, VA and their 3 children, Micah, Shana, and Nathan. Dennis will be dearly missed by family and friends who knew him as a man of principle, kindness, and humor.
A service honoring Dennis’s life will be held at Crowder-Hite-Crews funeral home on Saturday, October 17th at 11 am. The address of the Crowder-Hite-Crews Funeral Home address: 1504 North Mecklenburg Ave, South Hill, VA 23970. Visitation will be at 10 am prior to the service. There will be a brief graveside service immediately following at the Berea Christadelphian Chapel, 19735 Highway 47, Baskerville, VA 23915.
Flowers can be sent to the funeral home. Donations can be made to the Christadelphian Youth Camp through Thom Crabtree, 6029 Spinnaker Cove Court, Suffolk, VA 23435-3170.
Online condolences may be made on our website at www.crowderhitecrews.com. Crowder – Hite – Crews Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the Love Family.
So sorry for your family’s loss of such a nice man. May the happy memories you all made together remain with you for many years. With our sincere condolences and love, Dyron & Marria
So sorry for your loss. He will be missed. You have many memories to cherish. Our prayers are with you.
Prayers for the family in your time of loss. May your memories bring you peace and comfort.
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. May sweet memories and your faith comfort and give you peace.
So sorry to hear this. Dennis was a good neighbor and cherished friend. Sending Carol and family our sincere sympathy.
My condolences to the family.
Mrs.
Blessed are they that mourn for they shall be comforted. (HUGS) 💔
Dear, Carol, David and Cynthia and family, sending sympathy to you all as you grieve your beloved husband and father. I know Dennis’s hope was a place in the restored kingdom of Israel under Christ’s righteous peaceful rulership. May his sleep be cut short by Christ’s return. Dennis was a faithful servant to the Christadelphian community for years and will be missed by many.
Sympathy
To the Family & Loved Ones of Mr. Dennis A.
Love: Sending our heartfelt condolences at this time. Love & Respect, Ralph & Georgia
Davis
I’ve known Dennis and Carol for over 50 yrs. He was always smiling and glad to see me. Those two have always been one of my favorite people couples. I hope Dennis had a peaceful journey. Sending peace and comfort and love to Cynthia and David and of course Carol and their families.