Jimmy "Jim" Lee Love

Jimmy Lee Love, of Apache, went to his heavenly home on Sunday, November 16, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on December 30, 1941, to Olen and Mable (Hendricks) Love, Jimmy lived a life defined by honest work, devotion to family, and the quiet pride of a craftsman.

Viewing is scheduled for Thursday, November 20, beginning at 11:00 A.M. Crews Funeral Home with family visitation beginning at 5:00 P.M. A memorial service will take place at 1:00 P.M., Saturday, November 22, at St. John Lutheran Church in Lawton, Oklahoma, with Reverend, Dr. Bill Schnieder, officiating. Inurnment will follow in the Fairview Cemetery in Apache, OK at 3:00 P.M. Cremation arrangements are being handled by Crews Funeral Home/Oakcrest Cremation Center.

In August of 1960, Jimmy married the love of his life, Carolyn McCay. Together they built a life filled with love and laughter. He began his career as a barber but found his true calling as a trim carpenter, a trade he practiced with pride for most of his life. He always said he "was a carpenter just like Jesus." In his spare time, Jimmy crafted beautiful urns, a testament to his skill and care.

Jimmy found joy in the simple pleasures-mowing his yard, tending to his garden where he grew okra and tomatoes, and cheering on his grandchildren at their sporting events. Known affectionately as "Grampy," he was a master storyteller whose tales will live on in the hearts of those who loved him.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Carolyn; daughter, Pam Orf and husband Stacy; son, David Love and wife Heather; grandchildren: Ashley Herrin, Alex Rhude and husband Hunter, Colton Love and wife Jenine, Walker Love and wife Jera, Cooper Love; great-grandchildren: Houston Herrin, Rory Love, Jensen Love, Stella Rhude, Tuff Love, Logan Love, Libby Love, Sutton Rhude; brother, Clifford Love and wife Olga; sister, Linda Garrett and husband Nick; and sisters-in-law: Donis Love and Gail Love.

Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents; his son, Danny Lee Love; brothers: Charlie Love and B.J. Love; and sister, Beth Richardson.

Online condolences can be made at www.crewsfh.com.

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