James Donald Lattimore

James Donald Lattimore obituary, Smithville, TN

James Donald Lattimore

James Lattimore Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by DeKalb Funeral Chapel, LLC on Jan. 4, 2025.

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James Donald Lattimore age 88 of Smithville passed away Friday afternoon January 3, 2025, at the Webb House in Smithville. He was born November 6, 1936, to his parents, the late Bobby E. & Mary Ferrell Lattimore. Mr. James worked for TRW for 40 years, was a farmer, and had also worked as a part-time deputy. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife of over 50 years Mae Elizabeth Lattimore; Son: James Bradley "Brad" Lattimore. Graveside service will be held 2:PM Sunday January 5, 2025, at DeKalb Cemetery with Bros. Bernard Houk and Michael Hale officiating. Visitation with the family will be Sunday 10:AM until 1:45PM at which time we will leave to go to DeKalb Cemetery for graveside service. Survivors include children: Barbara (Harold) Burton, David Lattimore, Kathy (Roger) Bailey, Rick Lattimore all of Smithville; Grandchildren: Steve Mabe, Chris Burton, Rachel Anderson, Ashley Satterfield, Glen Lattimore, Jody Lattimore; Great Grandchildren: Jeron Burton, Haden Burton, Heath Mabe, Lance Mabe, Haylee Mullican, Jordan Farley, Cloey Anderson, Jackson Lattimore, Kalynn Lattimore, Madelynn Lattimore, Blaine Lattimore, Cody Johnson, Tony Pack; 4 Great-Great Grandchildren: Colton, Karson, Karter and Brooklyn Mabe; Other extended family & friends also survive. In lieu of flowers family asked that donations be made to the Animal Shelter or Live & Let Live. The Lattimore family would like to extend a special Thank you to the Webb House, Gentiva Hospice and special caregiver Tracy Minear for the love and care shown to Mr. James. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is honored to care for the Lattimore family.
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