Who is Love Ball Dotson from Belle Prater's Boy and what is their importance?

Love Ball Dotson is the mother of Gypsy, and the sister of Belle. Love is a beautiful woman who has spent her life being known not for her mind or her inner personality, but for her looks. As a young woman, Love was sought after by most of the boys in town, often leaving her sister Belle behind. When a newcomer to town, Amos Leemaster, falls for her sister, Love is surprised to find herself attracted to him, as well. Amos leaves Belle for Love, driving her sister to a serious of bad decisions. Love and Amos have a wonderful life until Amos, a fire fighter, is scarred by fire. Unable to deal with his ugliness, being married to such a beautiful woman, Amos commits suicide.