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1957
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2015
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James Latham Obituary
Services will be held on Tuesday, September 29th, 10:00am at Second Baptist Church.
On June 10, 1978, Jim married his high school sweetheart and the love of his life, Sandy Latham. He owned and operated Latham Printing for over thirty-five years. Jim was an active member at Second Baptist Church and helped establish the Upwards Basketball program. Throughout the years he collected cards and met many famous athletes. Not only did he have a love for sports, he was also an accomplished athlete himself. Jim was also a great story-teller and was always cracking jokes. His grandchildren were the light of his life and in the past years, Jim and Sandy took their grandchildren on many vacations. This was one of his favorite things to do.
He is preceded in death by his parents, son, Adam Latham, and brothers, Randy, Ronnie and Roger Perrin.
Jim is survived by his wife, Sandy, son, Jim and daughter-in-law Amber, daughter-in-law, Amanda Curnutt, grandchildren, Jayden Curnutt, Jim Latham, Lucas Latham, Rylan Cutting, Hailey Vesley and Lillian Belle Latham, sisters, Jamie Smith, Deanna Layman, Debbie Reed and Dale Anderson. He also had many other family members and friends who loved him dearly.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to The Upwards Basketball Program at Second Baptist Church.
"He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away." Revelation 21:4
Services are entrusted to Frank W. Wilson Funeral Directors.
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October 4, 2015
Sandy, so sorry for your loss. I hope you can find peace and strength through Jesus and knowing that his suffering is over. You will be in my prayers.
With love ... Mary (Warner) Massengill
Christina Mccoy
October 3, 2015
Ill miss you uncle Jim. I love u! You we're an awesome man and friend. Prayers and love and light to the rest of my family. I'm very saddened I couldn't make it.
Celebrating Our Birthday Together :) Psalms 91
JAMIE LATHAM-SMITH
October 2, 2015
WE HAD OUR LAST WALK AND WE HAD OUR LAST TALK, FOR NOW......UNTIL I SEE YOU AGAIN I AM ALWAYS LOVING YOU !!
Chestnut St. Jim & Jamie Latham Smith 1965
Jamie Latham-Smith
October 2, 2015
Jim & Jamie Latham Smith - We Shared Lots of BirthdayCakes 1968
Jamie Latham-Smith
October 2, 2015
Jim, Jamie & Gloria Latham On way home from Disneyland 1969 w/Missy
Jamie Latham-Smith
October 2, 2015
October 1, 2015
Jim was a great guy. He was always so happy and pleasant in any dealing that I had with him. He never mentioned his battle, but had a great outlook on everything he spoke about. He will be missed by many.
Vickie
Diane Hogan
September 30, 2015
Sandy, I'm so very sorry to hear about Jim. I know Jim was so in love with you and so very proud of his sons. It's just not right to bury your husband at such a young age. I will pray that the Lord will give you strength to face each and every day.
Diane Hogan
September 30, 2015
Sandy, I'm so so sorry to hear about Jim. What little I talked to Jim I knew he was so in love with you. He was also very proud of his sons. It's not fair that you have to go on without him. Your son needs you here and he gets to go be with your son in heaven.
Jennifer Tidwell
September 30, 2015
Sandy, we are so saddened to hear of Jim's passing. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Pat and Carol Pinkston
September 29, 2015
Jim will always hold a special place in our hearts! He was the most caring and giving friend. He taught us so much through his journey. Sandy, we love you and are praying for you, Jim, and all your beautiful family.
September 29, 2015
Jim was an awesome Christian and a great inspiration for all of us. As a cancer survivor myself, Jim was always ready to help and encourage me. I learned many things about God from Jim. My life has been greatly blessed by my friendship with Jim. Sandy, please know that I will not cease to pray for you and it is an honor to know you all. Jim lives on in all who knew him! Bill Cass
Lee Lightfoot
September 29, 2015
I'm so sorry for your loss Sandy. Jim was such a pleasure to see and visit with any and every time I would catch him at the office. We all have a place in heaven and we will all meet again in the presence of the Lord. You are forever in my prayers.
Lee Lightfoot
September 28, 2015
I'm so sorry for your loss Sandy. Jim was such a pleasure to see and visit with any and every time I would catch him at the office. We all have a place in heaven and we will all meet again in the presence of the Lord. You are forever in my prayers.
Kari Rives (Munsell)
September 28, 2015
So many good memories of Jim! Thankful that we were not made for this world and that our hope is found in Christ!! Praying for you all this morning.
Kenneth edwards
September 28, 2015
Thank you for your work at the upward program.
Jeanette White
September 28, 2015
Sandy and family, may God bless the family in this time of sorrow. His ever service presence and service at Second Baptist will surely be missed.
Spot & Carlene Jones
September 28, 2015
Our thoughts & prayers are with you. Jim is in the arms of God!
Jason Ward
September 28, 2015
Rest in peace my friend, you will be missed
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