April 3, 1939 - June 27, 2022
Mary Ann Love, 83, of Bryant, passed to her heavenly home on Monday, June 27, 2022 in Ozark, Alabama. Mary Ann was born on April 3, 1939 in England, Arkansas. She was the 8th of 12 children to the late W.A. Russell and Lear (Hickey) Russell. She married the love of her life, the late Jimmy F Love of Carlisle, Arkansas on October 2, 1959. Mary Ann was a beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt and her greatest title of all was Nana. Mary Ann was retired from K-Mart and Roller Funeral Homes. She was a member of the Eastern Star and became Queen twice of the Daughters of the Nile and she was of the Baptist faith. She loved cooking for her family and enjoyed spending time on the back porch with anyone that stopped by.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Jimmy F Love; three brothers, Pete, Charles and Alex Russell; five sisters, Loraine Cheathem, Jeanette Clem, Sue McCurdy, Charlotte Hunt and Irene Hill.
She is survived by her daughter, Frances Love (Ronnie) of Lonsdale, Arkansas; three grandsons, Blake (Tara) of Southside, Tennessee, Chase (Haley) of Jessieville, Arkansas, Kyle (Tony) Grimmett of Franklin, Ohio; step-granddaughters, Brittnie (Trey) Heath, Lauren (Brandon) Ward, Jordan (John) Horton; four great-grandchildren, Dawson, Audrey, Baylor and Boston; three sisters, Carolyn (Richard) Ballantine, Pat (Ronald) Johnson and Peggy (Darrell) King and brother-in-law, Ray Love and a host of family and friends.
Pallbearers include Bobby Hill Jr, James Hill, Cody Hill, Chad Lawrence, Alex Bellflower and Brandon Herndon.
Special thanks to the members and staff at Flowers Hospital, 4th floor North, in Dothan Alabama, Campground Baptist Church Brother Jeremy Meetze and Kindred Hospice Care Brett Smith.
Visitation will be Friday, July 1 from 6pm to 8pm at Roller-Drummond Funeral Home. The funeral will be Saturday, July 2, 2022 at 2 pm at Roller-Drummond. Memorials can be made to the American Cancer Society or the Shriner's Hospital.
Mary - rest in peace. I enjoyed working with Mary at Builders Square. Mary was a great person and loved her family.
Momma,
It's been 3 months and I still can't believe you are gone, I miss you so much but I know you are with Daddy now probably making him clean something. I thought I had all the time in the world with you but I was wrong. I want you to know that I love you so much and the boys and I will keep your memory going. Love you mom
My condolences to Mary's family. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Nana it was such a blessing to be your grandson. Im so thankful for having 27 years with you. I want to be greedy and have you for the rest of my life but i know i cant. You were such an amazing woman and such a hard worker. I miss you more then anyrhing and i love you a bushel and a peck and a hug around your neck. Until i see you again my sweet Nana.
Aunt Mary, I started this journey with you when you first got sick, it was my honor to help take care of you , I would do it all over again , I was there when you left to start your new life in Heaven , I already miss you and your presence , I also thank you for helping our family take care of your sister and our daddy, I could go on and on but I will cherish our memories togeather Love you sharon your most favorite!!!â¤ï¸
Oh my friend, so sorry for ur loss! It is never easy…but God is in control! A day at a time! Love u!
Judi Akin
Frances, thinking of your during this sad time in the loss of your dear mother. Hard to say goodbye to such a loved one. May the Lord bring comfort to your whole family now and in the days ahead.
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for your family. We have lots of precious memories with your mom and dad.
Francis, I’m so sorry for your loss. I love you and I understand how hard this is. Prayers, hugs and love to you and yours!
Love Phyllis
Francis, Sorry to hear about your mom. I remember the good old at K mart. Your mom will be missed
Aunt Mary,
You will always be in my heart! You was there to support me during a lot of hard times. I'm thankful I got the privilege to spend your last week on this earth with you.
With all my love,
your favorite niece, Norma
Mary Ann was a blessing to all of us at Camp Ground Baptist Church that knew her. She had a kind and joyful spirit, so it was not surprising that Pat and Ron loved her so very much and loved caring for her in her time of need. She will definitely be missed.
Mary Ann was such a sweet, sweet and gentle lady. I am very blessed to have been her Sunday School teacher at Camp Ground Baptist Church in Ozark, AL during the time she stayed with her sister, Pat. We are all mourning OUR loss, but are rejoicing that Mary Ann is now with our Lord. We miss her already. Dear family, may your memories of Mary Ann and her dazzling smile warm your hearts and bring you joy. With heartfelt sympathy, Nancy Leatherwood
Aunt Mary, you will be so missed. You were such a big part of our lives growing up. I will always remember you and miss you.
Aunt Mary you will be missed so very much.i love you.Thank you
I love you and will always remember what you’ve done and tried to do for me.