Jim Jarratt Love

Jim Jarratt Love, 78, of Beaumont, Texas, passed away on April 20, 2024. 

Memorial services will be at 11 a.m., Tuesday, April 30, at Calder Baptist Church in Beaumont. A gathering of friends and family will start at 10 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Services will be streamed on Calder Baptist Church's Facebook page. 

Jim was born on August 5, 1945, in Timpson, Texas, to James and Margaret Love, and was raised by his mother and stepfather, the Honorable John Anderson. Jim pursued a fulfilling career that saw him retire from Lamar University after teaching criminal justice for an impressive 44 years. Prior to his tenure at Lamar, he served as a police officer in Austin and also worked in the District Attorney's Office. Educated at Beaumont High School, Lamar University, and The University of Texas, where he earned a law degree, Jim's knowledge and dedication were evident not only in the classroom but also in his everyday life. He found joy in working in his garage, serving on the local Crime Stoppers Board, and watching sports and car racing on television. Jim was a devout Christian, and was a member and Deacon of Calder Baptist Church. 

He was preceded in death by his beloved parents and stepfather. 

He is survived by his devoted wife of 42 years, Judy Love, his half-sister, Elizabeth Love, and his sons, Harland Love and wife DeAnna, and John Love and wife Holly, as well as stepsons Robert Burnham, Thomas Burnham and wife Andree, and James Burnham. He also is survived by four grandsons, two granddaughters, and five great-grandchildren. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Calder Baptist Church, 1005 North 11th Street, Beaumont, Texas 77702