Back to Obituaries Gadsden Memorial Funeral Home | Gadsden, AL

Ferendez Douglas Latham, Sr.

02/05/1952 - 10/14/2024

Obituary For Ferendez Douglas Latham, Sr.

With heartfelt sadness we announce the passing of Mr. Ferendez D. Latham, Sr.

On October 14, 2024, he entered into eternal rest. He is preceded in death by his parents, his grandparents, two siblings, and two nieces.

Those left to cherish his memories are: his wife, JoAnn Latham; four children, Christopher (Christi) Ash of Gadsden, AL, Lashunda Latham of Anniston, AL, Ferendez (Calandria) Latham, Jr., of Munford, AL, and Maurice (Lisa) Latham of Waterford, MI; bonus daughter, Erica Parker, Stacey (Jason) Davenport, Nova Swain, Tiffany Parker, Shantel Parker, Chad Parker, and Isiah (Chelsea) Parker; three sisters, Shirley Latham, Yvette Latham, and Vivian Pace of Gadsden, AL; one special sister, Yvonne Chapman of Lafayette, Georgia; nine grandchildren, De’Varderick Latham, Devan Ash, Ferendez Latham, III, Maurice Latham, Jr., Khristopher Ash, Vivian Biles, Breanna Latham, Cayden Latham, and Brayden Latham; three great-grandchildren, Aniylah, Genesis, and Breeze Latham; one uncle, Rev. Lumsie Fisher; special aunt, Sophilene Champion of Annie Manie, AL; special bonus daughter, Sheena Ash; five nieces, Bridgett, Tonya, Patrice, Micca, and Paij; two nephews, Patrick and Reginald; special friends, Janice Harrison, Terry Smith, Randy Jones, Marcia Kendrick, Quincy Brisker, Odessa Evans, Cecil Ferguson, and Johnny Rhodes; as well as a host of great-nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Public Viewing: Friday, October 25, 2024, 11 AM - 6:00 PM.

Family Visitation: Saturday, October 26, 2024, Noon - 1:00 PM at Mt. Zion Baptist Church.

Funeral Service: Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 508 Allen Street, E. Gadsden, AL 35903 at 1:00 PM.

Please remember his family in your prayers.


Download funeral program

Condolences & Tributes

Add A Condolence

Our prayers and condolences are extended to the Latham family. May Gods presence comfort and keep you lifted up. The sun will shine again. Love, YOUR MICHIGAN FAMILY

To the Latham Family. May the memories you hold dear be a source of comfort during this sad time. Ferendez's legacy will live on in the hearts of all who knew him. Peace & Blessings.

Sharon Parker Chicago, IL

Family, may you have memories for comfort, friends for support, and faith to ease your sadness. With Deepest Sympathy. Sheila Orr Billingsley (Class of 70)

May God comfort the Latham family during this time of bereavement and in the days to come.

Benita Harrell Jemison and Family

Our heartfelt prayers and condolences are extended to the Latham family. May God give you peace and comfort.

Renita Davis, Beulah Harrell and family

So sorry for your loss. Continual prayers for the family. Frances Carlisle Allen

Our hearts and prayers are with the family during your moments of bereavement. May the Lord continue to keep you in His care. THE KENDRICK FAMILY

My heartfelt condolences to the family of Ferendez. May God grant you peace during this difficult time. Linda Lee-Hale and family.

May the God of all comfort be with the Latham family as they travel through the valley of the shadow of death. May Adonai dispatch Ministering Angels to guard your hearts and minds and grant you His peace. Be encouraged and be blessed. Shalom-shalom 😇 Harvey & Linda Jones ♥

Family, please accept my sincere and heartfelt condolences in the loss of your loved one. Faye Edwards

My condolences to the Latham Family. I pray that your family will have peace and comfort as you grieve. Though death leaves a heartache no one can heal,"LOVE" leaves a memory no one can steal! K. Horton

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

Gadsden Memorial Funeral Home | Gadsden, AL

Best Sellers

Plant Trees
Plant Trees

$50.00

Beautiful Dreams
Beautiful Dreams

$84.95

Gracious Lavender Basket
Gracious Lavender Basket

$134.95

Serene Lily Basket
Serene Lily Basket

$104.95

Pink Tribute Spray
Pink Tribute Spray

$149.95

Sweet Moments
Sweet Moments

$74.95

Mixed Spray
Mixed Spray

$149.95

Red and White Handled Basket
Red and White Handled Basket

$84.95

Peace & Serenity Dishgarden
Peace & Serenity Dishgarden

$79.95

Traditional Floor Basket
Traditional Floor Basket

$79.95

Ocean Devotion
Ocean Devotion

$79.95

The Peace Lily
The Peace Lily

$94.95

Living Spirit Dishgarden
Living Spirit Dishgarden

$79.95

Red and White Floor Basket
Red and White Floor Basket

$89.95

Mixed flowers in a handled basket
Mixed flowers in a handled basket

$89.95

The Loving Light Dishgarden
The Loving Light Dishgarden

$79.95

Ocean Breeze Spray
Ocean Breeze Spray

$184.95

Precious Heart Bouquet
Precious Heart Bouquet

$84.95

Enduring Spirit Pothos Basket
Enduring Spirit Pothos Basket

$74.95

Sympathy Spray
Sympathy Spray

$159.95

Radiant Foliage Planter
Radiant Foliage Planter

$89.95

Heartfelt Memories
Heartfelt Memories

$94.95

Stately Croton
Stately Croton

$79.95

Medium Dish Garden
Medium Dish Garden

$99.95

Forever in Our Hearts Casket Adornment
Forever in Our Hearts Casket Adornment

$79.95

Love's Journey
Love's Journey

$84.95

Garden of Memories
Garden of Memories

$134.95

Sweet Tranquility Basket
Sweet Tranquility Basket

$89.95

Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum
Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum

$84.95

Tender Tribute
Tender Tribute

$129.95

Deeply Adored
Deeply Adored

$79.95

Your Light Shines
Your Light Shines

$119.95

Joyful Memory
Joyful Memory

$119.95

Heavenly Grace Spray
Heavenly Grace Spray

$189.95

Bright and Beautiful Spray
Bright and Beautiful Spray

$184.95

America the Beautiful
America the Beautiful

$74.95

Small Garden Dish
Small Garden Dish

$74.95

Loving Lilies and Roses Bouquet
Loving Lilies and Roses Bouquet

$169.95

Rainbow Reflections Basket
Rainbow Reflections Basket

$104.95

Splendid Memories Bouquet
Splendid Memories Bouquet

$79.95

Golden Days Basket
Golden Days Basket

$79.95

Serene Retreat
Serene Retreat

$94.95

Heavenly Heights Bouquet
Heavenly Heights Bouquet

$79.95

Heavenly & Harmony
Heavenly & Harmony

$84.95

Large Mixed Plant Dish Garden
Large Mixed Plant Dish Garden

$114.95

Dreams From the Heart Bouquet
Dreams From the Heart Bouquet

$104.95

Vivid Recollections
Vivid Recollections

$94.95

Sunny Memories
Sunny Memories

$139.95

Emerald Garden Basket
Emerald Garden Basket

$84.95

Sacred Duty Spray
Sacred Duty Spray

$184.95

French Garden
French Garden

$79.95

Celestial Love
Celestial Love

$84.95

Peace Lily
Peace Lily

$84.95

Blossoms in Vogue
Blossoms in Vogue

$84.95

Large Basket Garden
Large Basket Garden

$104.95

Lily and Rose Tribute Spray
Lily and Rose Tribute Spray

$264.95

The New Sunrise Bouquet
The New Sunrise Bouquet

$79.95

Blessings Bouquet
Blessings Bouquet

$84.95

Rays of Light Spray
Rays of Light Spray

$189.95

Eternal Peace Basket
Eternal Peace Basket

$79.95

Rose Remembrance
Rose Remembrance

$194.95

Fall Fantasia
Fall Fantasia

$84.95

Sacred Garden Spray
Sacred Garden Spray

$239.95