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JAMES LEONARD LOVE
1948 ~ 2017
James "Jim" Leonard Love, our beloved father, grandpa, brother and friend passed away November 23rd 2017 in his home from natural causes. He was born on May 12, 1948 in Salt Lake City to Jay Leonard and Beth Sheffield Love. To know Jim was to love Jim.
Upon graduating from Highland High School, Jim served honorably in the Navy in Vietnam. He made lifelong friends there that he cherished until his last day. Life events pushed him to pursue a degree in Occupational Therapy, so he could help people as he'd been helped. He worked at Utah State Hospital as Excel House Manager for nearly 20 years until he reluctantly, but never regrettably, retired. Again, lifetime friendships were formed and cherished.
Jim was never as happy as he was spending time with his grandkids, watching his Utes play football or reading a book, but was truly at peace when at Bear Lake. He loved his family and friends very much. Special thanks to all those friends that were really considered family, especially Cork, who was like a brother to him.
Survived by his son, John Love (Christi); granddaughters, Taylor, Hailey and Abby; his love, Sally Porter; Siblings, Beth Ann Hammer (Gordon), Claudia Murphy, Scott Love (Deb) and Laura Fotheringham (Mark). Jim was welcomed with loving arms by his parents, Vietnam Brothers who didn't make it home, and countless people that loved him during his life.
A viewing will be held at Larkin Sunset Lawn 2350 E. 1300 S., Salt Lake City Utah Saturday, December 2nd from 1:00-1:45 with funeral services following at 2:00. Burial at Larkin Sunset Lawn will directly follow the service.
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Marsha Draper (Fryer)
We lost another Ram friend recently, and although I didn't know Jim very well, I was very impressed with what he accomplished with his life. Thank you too, Jim, for your service in Viet Nam, and your sacrifices there for our country. You are appreciated!
Marsha Draper Fryer
LeGrand Richardson
I knew Jim at Hillside and Highland. I met up with him later (after the Navy in the early 70's) while attending the U. Jim told me about how he tried to avoid going to Vietnam (me too) and he had joined the US Coast Guard. He ended up riding on a River Patrol Boat off the shores of Vietnam. One day they were cruising around, he dropped his lighter and when he got back up everybody was dead but him. He navigated the boat to safety but he spent years in counseling. I spent time contacting Highlanders, last year, for the 50th Reunion but nobody I knew found Jim. He really cared about others and will be missed. LeGrand
Jerald (Jerry) Stansel (N/A)
Jim Love, Hey Buddy & Vietnam Brother. Thankyou for your service to Country. And thanks for being a part of our lives @ Highland High, Class of 66! You are & will be Greatfully missed! Jerry Stansel
Spencer Young
I was both deeply saddened and shocked by the news of Jim's passing. It s always a humbling experience for me as I learn of the dear people who we knew from the past pass away. I worked closely with Jim in a professional role at the Utah State Hospital. I retired from there before Jim did and lost contact with him. What I can truly say is that Jim was a fine professional who was dedicated to the care of his patients. He touched many lives through his work there for good including mine. I wish peace and happiness for Jim in his next existence in the beyond. God speed to you Jim.