T. L. Latham, 97, of Hemphill, Texas passed away Monday, January 15, 2024 at Harbor Hospice in Jasper, Texas.

He was born May 13, 1926 in Hemphill to John Henry Latham and Jessie Ethel Tatom Latham.  He retired from the United States Navy after 25 years of service as a Sea Bee.  He was a World War II Veteran, having served in the South Pacific.  He returned to Sabine County in 1984 after living in many places, among them, Washington, Montana, and San Antonio.  He had also worked for Judson ISD for 25 years.

He was a 54 year member of the Masonic Lodges of Hemphill and San Antonio.  In addition, he was also a member of the Scottish Rites, Shriners and the VFW Post 10351 in Hemphill.

T. L. is survived by his wife of 33 years, Alice Latham of Hemphill; daughters, Leslie Ann Baker and husband, Edwin, of Stockdale, TX and Robin Stine and husband, Aaron, of Floresville, TX; step-son, Randy Allen and wife, Becky, of Florida; eight grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his son, William David Latham and grandson, Michael Latham.

Graveside services will begin at 3:00 p.m. Thursday, January 18, 2024 in Spring Hill Cemetery, under the direction of Starr Funeral Home with Bro. Floyd Wright officiating.

A special thanks to Linda McSwain for the care of our husband and father.

Memories and condolences may be shared at starrfuneralhome.com.