Mia Love's family announces funeral plans — Here's what to know, how to attend
SALT LAKE CITY () — The family of Mia Love has announced funeral plans for the former Utah congresswoman, who , after battling brain cancer.
Love will lie in state at the Utah State Capitol Rotunda on Sunday, April 6, from 5:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m., according to her . Members of the public have been invited to attend.
Members of the public are also invited to attend Love's memorial services on Monday, April 7, starting at 10 a.m. The services will be held on the University of Utah's campus, at (1780 S. Campus Dr. in Salt Lake).
Love is survived by her husband, children, parents, siblings, and grandchildren. Her family has asked that, in place of flowers, people donate to the , or to the .
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In 2022, Love was diagnosed with glioblastoma, which is described by the American Association of Neurological Surgeons as '.' At the beginning of March 2025, Love's family posted on social media to say that the .
'The absence of her physical presence is real and very difficult,' Love's obituary reads. 'However, the words her voice lifted up and the life she lived will amplify the principles she believed far into eternity.'
Love was born in December 1975 to Haitian immigrant parents. She was the first Black Republican woman to be elected to United States Congress, and was also the mayor of Springville and a CNN commentator throughout her career.
'Mia Love was a fearless leader, a history-maker, and a woman of deep conviction,' Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson said on Sunday. 'Utah—and our nation—are better because of her courageous work and unwavering belief in the American Dream.'
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Henderson has previously discussed how she and the former congresswoman were close friends. Also on Sunday, Utah Gov. Spencer Cox took to social media to share his condolences.
'A true trailblazer and visionary leader, Mia inspired countless Utahns through her courage, grace, and unwavering belief in the American dream,' Gov. Cox . 'Her legacy leaves a lasting, positive impact on our state. We will miss her deeply.'
Love's death was announced by her family on March 23, 2025, almost three weeks after the initial announcement that she was no longer responding to treatment.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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