Ernestine Latimer

Ernestine Inez Thomas Latimer (100) of Huntington Beach, CA went home to be with the Lord on September 19, 2024. She passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family.
Ernestine was born in Independence, Missouri on October 21, 1923, to Alfonso Thomas and Vivian Allen Thomas. She graduated from William Christman High School, Class of 1941. She then went to work at Sears Roebuck Company and worked in the accounting department. She met the love of her life James H. Latimer later that same year. They were married in the First Christian Church in Independence, on October 30, 1942, and remained married for 60 years.
James enlisted in the Army Air Corps and began his training to be a pilot. Ernestine quickly became a military wife and all that it required of her. Their first-born child Doug was welcomed on August 16, 1943. They followed Dad on as many training locations as possible and soon he had to leave to go to war. After his return and decision to make the Air Force his career they were stationed at Travis Air Force Base in Fairfield, CA. On December 31, 1948, daughter Linda was born in Vallejo CA.
Ernestine loved to travel, be involved in the activities that her children were in, cook for family and friends, and volunteer when possible. She and Dad loved when the grandchildren came along, and spending time with them became their delight. There was much love, fun times and memories made that would last a lifetime...
Ernestine is survived by her daughter Linda and spouse Luis, and daughter in law Colleen Latimer. She was preceded in death by her husband James (2002) her son Doug (2015) and her parents.
Survivors include Grandchildren James Himenes, Lisa Burbo, Ronda Graham (Billy) and Michelle (Dan). Great Grandchildren Grace Himenes, Nicholas Burbo, Jocelyn Mosher (Wesley), Gavin Graham (Meagan) Gabriella Pidduck and Isabella Pidduck. Great Great Grandchildren Weston Mosher, Mattox Mosher, Macey Graham, and Amelia Graham. Grandchildren in Love Alisa Bryan (Cole), Kinley Bryan, Vicky Beam (Larry), Marina Beam and David Beam.
Memorial donations may be made to Hoag Hospital Foundation: 330 Placentia Ave. #100 Newport Beach CA 92663 OR Care Choices Hospice and Palliative Service: 20 Corporate Park suite 300 Irvine CA 92606 in lieu of flowers.
We want to extend our gratitude to Hoag Hospital and Care Choices Hospice for their love and compassion for our mom and grandmother as well as our family throughout this difficult time,
Mom will be buried at Riverside National Cemetery with Dad. There will be no service. To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Ernestine, please visit our Tree Store.