The poet John Milton is often given credit for creating/first using this word in 1637. 

An unexpected item of interest I found when I did a search on 'Lovelorn'.

A book I wouldn't mind reading (but would not pay $28 for).

The Truth About Animals: Stoned Sloths, Lovelorn Hippos, and Other Tales from the Wild Side of Wildlife

In the past, newspapers had advice columns for the lovelorn. Now... we have hook-up websites because getting laid is the cure.

1 hour ago, JamesSavik said:

In the past, newspapers had advice columns for the lovelorn. Now... we have hook-up websites because getting laid is the cure.

Thanks, I  think you just answered the question as to why my local 'Hallmark' store closed, over six years ago.