Richard Vernon LATHAM

On January 20, 2001, in his 39th year, as a result of a traffic accident in Belize City, Belize. Beloved son of Edward J. (Ted) and Jacqueline S. (Jackie) Latham of Ottawa. Twin brother of Steven Ward Latham, brother of James Walter and Robert John. Cherished brother-in-law of Claudette, Catherine and Deborah. Devoted uncle and mentor to Stephanie and Bradley, Dustin and Cameron. Survived by his aunts, uncles and cousins across Canada and the United States. Richard will be sorely missed by many friends and associates around the world. A memorial service and interment of ashes will follow in Ottawa in the Spring: place and time to be announced. Richard had the heart of the artist, and his passion and love of life will always be remembered. Ottawa Citizen, January 24, 2001. LATHAM, Richard Vernon A Memorial Service will be held on Friday May 11, 2001 at 2 p.m. to celebrate the 38 years of life of Richard Vernon Latham, who passed away on January 20, 2001 in Belize City, Belize, Central America. Richard died in hospital shortly after a road conditions related single motorcycle accident. Richard is survived by his loving and devoted parents, Ted and Jackie. Precious brother of James, Robert, and twin brother Steven; cherished brother-in-law of Catherine, Deborah and Claudette; devoted uncle and hero to Dustin, Cameron, Stephanie and Bradley; treasured by aunts, uncles and cousins across Canada and the United States. Friends and associates may visit at the Central Chapel of Hulse, Playfair and McGarry, 315 McLeod Street on Thursday, May 10th from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday, May 11th from noon to 2 p.m., prior to the Memorial Service. Private interment of ashes will be on Saturday, May 12th at Beechwood Cemetery. Donations to the Belize Children's Fund c/o the Red Cross, would be appreciated. We remember Richard as a brilliant, passionate man with the heart of an artist. He is sorely missed and will be forever loved. Ottawa Citizen, May 05, 2001