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James Jeffrey Latham, age 50 peacefully passed away on October 9, 2016 at Baptist Integris Medical Center Hospital in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He was born on March 14, 1966 in Durant, Oklahoma to James and Ann Latham. He was a 1984 graduate of Durant High School, and attended Harding University and Southeastern Oklahoma State University, obtaining both a Bachelors and Masters Degree in Behavioral Sciences. He worked professionally as an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) for many years. He was a long time resident of Ada, Oklahoma and a member of Central Church of Christ.
He is survived by his parents, James and Ann Latham of Durant, son, Justin Garrett Latham of Ada,Oklahoma, Step daughter Lindsay Robertson and husband Chad of Ada,Oklahoma and their three children, ex-wife DeLayne Smith of Ada,Oklahoma. Two sisters, Lynn Latham Schulenberg and husband Rick of Plano, Texas , Dana Latham of Durant,Oklahoma, one niece, Wesley Pierce, and two nephews, Nathan Pierce and Aaron Latham.
He was loved by many childhood friends, aunts, uncles, cousins, church members, friends and coworkers. He will be missed by all that knew him. The family has requested that in lieu of flowers, memorials be sent to Pettijohn Springs Christian Camp in Madill,Oklahoma via their website Pettijohnsprings.com or to your favorite charity.
Memorial service will be at a later time.
Kim Brimage-Lorance says
Wonderful man. So sorry for your loss. Prayers.
Kim Brimage-Lorance says
So very sorry for your loss. Jeff was a great guy. Prayers
Julia Hart says
I am so sorry for your loss Lynn, my prayers for you and your precious family.
Nanci Giles Nunnery says
I am very sorry for your loss he was so smart and very sweet in High School we reconnected many years later on face book I always looked forward to his post he will be missed.
Alicia Norman Owens says
You were awesome and will be missed!!
Kim Morris says
Lynn, Dana and family so sorry for the loss of Jeff. He was a great guy. Prayers for the family, friends and Co-workers.
Cathie Blair Neuhaus says
Jeff will always be remembered. See you on the other side my friend.
Rita Franklin Kistler says
Jeff was a very warm funny person and will be missed. To his family my deepest sympathies.
Michelle Major says
My heart and prayers are with the entire Latham family. My special prayers to James and Ann, as there is no greater loss than that of one’s own child. I pray that they find strength and peace within one another as a loving, strong family. I love you, Dana. I pray that Jeff is at peace.
Lisa Rustin Alex says
So sorry about Jeff’s untimely passing! I remember him as a very sweet young man. May God bless your family and loved ones!
Jill Manners-Payne says
My deepest condolences to the entire Latham family! Prayers for healing and comfort.
Tamala Hinnenkamp says
Jeff has been a good friend and prayer partner to me over the last 10 years. I will miss him much!
Tamala