Love, Rufus L. born March 11, 1937 passed away October 3, 2015 in Tampa, Florida. He drove a semi-truck from coast to coast for many years. He had many stories he loved to share about his travels. After retiring, he loved spending time with his wife of 57 years and his many grandkids and great- grandkids. He is survived by his loving wife Jeanette Love, 5 children Joan Herpich (Johnny), Phyllis Spillane (Larry), Scott Love (Gaylynn), Nancy Diamond (Steve) and Terri Love (Ronnie). He was blessed with 14 beautiful grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren and he was the center of their world. There will be a visitation on Tuesday, October 6, 2015 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm at Serenity Meadows Funeral Home. The funeral service will be on Wednesday, October 7, 2015 at 1:00 pm at the funeral home. Rufus passed through this life with dignity, character and love and will forever be remembered.