Dr. William Gary Love's obituary , Passed away on December 23, 2025 in Athens, Georgia

Dr. William Gary Love

December 23, 2025

Athens, Georgia

Dr. William Gary Love's obituary , Passed away on December 23, 2025 in Athens, Georgia

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Dr. William Gary Love

December 23, 2025

Athens, Georgia

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William Gary Love Obituary

The passing of William Gary Love in Athens, Georgia, born in Meridian, Mississippi leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on December 23, 2025. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Temple A. Love and Dorothy White Love; and his sister Jane Love Cook. He is survived by: his wife Janice of Athens; his daughters, Teresa G. Love (Julie Allen) of Stuttgart and Cindy Love Childers (Clark) of Wilton; his sister Mary Lou Love Cooper (Stan) of Santa Fe; and his grandchildren, Quentin Lovejoy, Julian Lovejoy, William Childers (Liam), Natalie Childers and Levi Childers.

In lieu of flowers, and in recognition of Gary's love of trees and the environment, the family would appreciate a donation of a tree in his name, a contribution to the Southern Poverty Law Center, or to a charity of your choice.

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Lord & Stephens Funeral Homes
4355 Lexington Rd, Athens, GA 30605

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Dec 28

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Lord & Stephens Funeral Homes
4355 Lexington Rd, Athens, GA 30605

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