Linda Latham (Lansing)

Ms. Linda Ruth Latham passed away Sunday, October 13, 2019 at Sparrow Health System in Lansing, Michigan. Age 69 years. She was born in Canton, Mississippi to the union of the late parents, Mary Lee and Warren G. Latham.

Linda accepted Christ at an early age. She was raised in Muskegon, Michigan and graduated from Muskegon High School. Linda continued her education and received Bachelor and Masters degrees from Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

Upon relocating to Lansing, Michigan, Linda united with Mount Hope Church. She remained a faithful member until she was succumbed by illness. Linda gained employment with the Lansing School District as a teacher for Kindergarten through 5th grade for over 30 years until she retired. Linda loved to spend time with her family and close friends. She enjoyed mentoring and volunteering with the school district. She was passionate person, enjoyed reading, and supporting Michigan and Michigan State sports. She touched the lives of so many people, both young and old. She will be dearly missed.

Linda leaves to cherish her memories her sister, Mary Latham; 5 brothers, Frank Latham, Percy (Kathy) Latham, Thomas (Pat) Latham, Warren (June) Latham and Douglas Latham; 5 nieces, Melinda Latham, Tanika Latham, LaTeia Latham, Crystal Maddox and Taniy ‘yah Bonner; 3 nephews, Keith Latham, Thomas Latham, Jr. and Chester Latham; 3 cousins, Shirley Brown, Gloria Sims and Kiara Sims; 2 great-nieces; 4 great-nephews; many other relatives and friends including special friends, Carla Guillian and Barbara Allen.

She was preceded in death by parents, Warren G. Latham and Mary Lee Latham.