Daniel Richard Latora Jr.

Daniel Richard Latora Jr. obituary, Kalamazoo, MI

Daniel Richard Latora Jr.

Daniel Latora Obituary

Published by Legacy on Jul. 10, 2023.
Passed away at his home Friday, July 7, 2023, surrounded by family. Daniel was born on September 6, 1946, to the late Daniel and Virginia (Cole) Latora, in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Early on in life, after graduating from high school, Daniel joined the Marine Reserves. Following his time in the military, Daniel worked in a factory, earning many titles in his career. During this time Daniel was joined by his wife, Maureen (Stowe), until her passing last year in 2022. Daniel is survived by his three children, Tonia (Jeff Ziegler) Latora, Daniel (Ashley) Latora, III, Matthew Latora; grandchildren, Alexis (Joshuwa) Schoiber, Devin Ziegler, Emilia Latora; great-grandchild, Maeve Schoiber; brother, Carl (Dian) Latora; nephews, Tony, Andy, and Joe Latora. He is preceded in passing by his wife and parents. As per his request, cremation will take place. To honor Daniel's life, friends are invited to a memorial gathering on August 5, 2022, at VFW Post #827, from 2pm to 5pm. To view Daniel's personalized guestbook, please visit, https://www.langelands.com.

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Robert Koren

July 24, 2023

School Days, Football team, Wrestling team later Marine Corps, Dick always had a smile on his face. Condolences to the LaTora family!

Raymond Kelly

July 11, 2023

Dock and I were good friends in our younger days. I often think back on those days in the mid to late 50´s. It seems like those were better carefree days.
Regrets to his entire family
R.I.P. you will be surly missed.

Larry Bontrager Family

July 11, 2023

Condolences to the Latora Family. May He live in everlasting peace with God.

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