| Graduation Year | Class of 1969 |
| Date of Birth | Nov 09, 1946 |
| Date of Passing | Aug 12, 2024 |
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| Events | Dixie Lee Love, 77, of Sparks, Nevada, passed away peacefully on August 12, 2024, at Fiona’s Healing Garden at Renown Hospital, surrounded by her family. Born on November 9, 1946, in San Francisco, Dixie was the cherished daughter of Emilio Bendinelli and Dora Mahaney. Emilio, who adopted Dixie when she was four, shared a special bond with her, as they both celebrated their birthdays on the same day. Dixie’s life journey began in San Francisco, but in 1959, her family relocated to Sparks, Nevada, where she grew up and graduated from Sparks High School. In 1971, she met Kenny Love, the love of her life, and they enjoyed 29 1/2 years of marriage until Kenny's passing. Together, they devoted their lives to raising their four daughters, creating a home filled with love and warmth where everyone felt welcome. Dixie’s career was marked by her dedication and compassion. She worked at Renown Hospital from 2006 until her retirement in 2016, where she was a pillar of the community and deeply loved by many. She is survived by her children Charles Breece, Darrell Breece, Tasha Love, and Shirley Love; her grandson Anthony Love; great-granddaughter Nikole Cook; and many other beloved family members. Dixie will be remembered for her kindness, strength, and the love she brought into the lives of those around her. Her presence will be profoundly missed by all who knew her. A visitation will be held on Saturday, August 24th at Walton’s Ross, Burke & Knobel 2155 Kietzke Lane from 3:00 -7:00pm. Service will be on Monday, August 26th at 10:00am at Walton’s Ross, Burke & Knobel. Burial to follow at Northern Nevada Veteran’s Memorial Cemetery in Fernley, NV. |
