Ms. Verna Bradley Latham

Though your mother is gone, she still live in your heart. Cherish and treasure those memories for they will give you strength to carry on. My deepest sympathies for the loss of your mother. Rest on my friend!

Kathy Kemp Oakley

My sympathy goes out to the family im just now finding out today😭 ms.latham was a wonderful person and she love her head of hair baby her nickname for me and I think some of my MLK school friends back in the late 90's toya , Brittany, and Nadia.. and I loved me some her she always came and got us out of class when it was time to pass out flyers or something at school programs..I often thought about her as I grew up..she was one of many people who played a big part of me coming out of my shell b/c I was so shy.. she always wanted you to win..she didn't sugar code nothing🤣...sincerely shameka.w.

Ms. Latham was a member of the village that contributed to my growth and maturation through childhood into an adult. I have lasting memories of the many spend the night parties in Virginia Circle to the Central Highschool band trips that Ms. Latham and my mom would tag along and chaperone. Ms. Latham was also my Sunday school teacher at First Baptist Church Northport. Every Sunday she would ask me " Good morning, how are you Keshia?" I would say that I was fine and she would say " fine is hard to beat! " One Sunday I was really upset any crying and she asked me what was wrong? I told her that when I said my prayers at night that I would fall asleep. I told her I thought God was upset with me. She smiled and consoled me and told me that God was not upset with me and that it was ok. But she did share with me a suggestion, to start writing my prayers in a journal. I still write my prayers to this day. Rest in peace Ms. Latham. You are wearing your crown and wings, thy good and faithful servant. Charleeta, know that you and the family are in my thoughts and prayers and that I am just a phone call away.- Keshia Billups

To My Dear Soror Verna Latham family you have my Sincere Condolences with Love. She was a kind sweet person with a smile. You could feel her warmth when in her presence. Soror Verna will be truly missed. Rest well my Dear Golden Soror. Emma Jean Melton

My sincerest condolences to my baby Charleeta and family! Vonnie (her family nick-name) and I go back to colleagues at MLK Elementary. Her Christian roots were exemplified through her kind-heart and willingness to help others. Vonnie was very intellectually savvy; and a great writer! We often had in depth discussions from history to cooking soulful collard greens — as she was a pro at cutting them so thin! She was a great confidant, shopping buddy, & prayer partner! We were both motherless children and our promise entailed "looking out for each other's child if death comes!" Although you are an adult, Yes, Charleeta- I will check up on you!🥰 Your mom was a sweet jewel - my friend - my sista! ❤️ I loved her dearly and will cherish her in my heart!! RIH Vonnie! God speed!🙏🏼

I was sorry to hear of my Usher member passing. She would always have a smile for u. So I know she will be truly miss. Usher member Ms. Clara Jones

The loss of your mother has saddened our entire family, she was such a great mother, aunt, friend and a dear cousin . We hope the precious memories you carry in your heart will help you through this challenging time. You and the entire family will forever be in our thoughts and prayers .

I can't believe Verna is no longer with us. I will miss her beautiful smile, her calming spirit , her gentleness, and willingness to support others. I cherish the years and memories we shared as coworkers but I cherish our friendship most of all. Rest in heaven my sweet friend 💗💚+❤️ Dr. Barbara A. Allen

I can't believe Verna is no longer with us. I will miss her beautiful smile, her calming spirit , her gentleness, and willingness to support others. I cherish the years and memories we shared as coworkers but I cherish our friendship most of all. Rest in heaven my sweet friend 💗💚+❤️

I would like to offer my condolences to the Latham family. Vera was a warm and kind woman, she loved children. She will be truly missed. Sincerely, Don Woods

Mrs Latham, I was not ready for this! Girl the last time I spoke with you was about a Sam's trip. I was really looking forward to having more of those, but God saw otherwise. I will miss talking to her about my first day of school. She would always ask me to tell her about my class. Well, they are cute as ever! Rest on my friend, gone but never forgotten! Love always, Irma Gore Collins

You will be truly missed, Soror Latham. Sisterly, Soror Shenell Spears

My deepest sympathy is extended to the family of Soror Verna Bradley Latham, one of Alpha Kappa Alpha's most beloved and dedicated members. She obtained Golden status in 2020 which means she was a 50 year member. Delta Sigma at Stillman and Eta Xi Omega chapter members will always cherish her memory. Rest, Soror, Rest! Josephine Brown Dantzler

Soror Latham was always so nice. She taught my students guidance lessons a few years ago and they always looked forward to seeing her each week. Everytime I saw her, she would ask how school was going and how everyone was doing.

Soror Latham was always kind and thoughtful to me and my parents as well. She will truly be missed. My prayers and condolences to the Latham family.

Tanji Harton

Soror Verna I will truly miss you sitting across the table from me at our monthly.meetings. Love and peace to the Latham family. Retia Maneice

My condolences to the Latham family. Soror Latham will truly be missed. I will always remember her smile and how kind she was to me. Phyllis Brown

As a friend and colleague, I am smiling as I imagine Verna Latham and her school-days at the renowned Riverside High School of Northport, Alabama. Many of us inside and outside the education profession can attest to the fact that Verna was compassionate, animated, hilarious, witty, and an awesome inspiration to the young and old. For example, I remember the time I asked her to counsel one of my sixth grade students who was in the habit of acting out in my classroom. Verna conferenced with me first, then she called the student to her office. She said, Simon, don't worry about him, I know exactly what his problem is and how to fix it. What he has is called "Little Man Syndrome, and I played it well at Riverside High School. You see, when you are the shortest person in your class, you have to devise a way to rise above the rest. I was a majorette, an honor student, and the principal's number one pet student when I was at Riverside...." Well, many of you know her high school days better than I do, because you spent time with her back then. The story she told me about her tactics to overcome "Little Person Syndrome" made me laugh so hard I cried! Most of all, whatever she said to that student ended his disruptive behavior in school. So I always sent the height challenged students to Verna's office. RIP Verna Latham, you were an inspiration at Riverside High School, Westlawn Middle School of Tuscaloosa, and in sooo many other settings. We will miss you dearly! Love Always, Ruby Simon

Soror u have your Heavenly Wings.We taught school together n she was truly a Diamond n Inspiration

Sending my prayers and deepest condolences to the family. Rest in Heavenly Peace Soror Latham.

My sincere condolences to the Latham family. Mrs. Latham was my Soror. I met Ms. Latham, through my father, when he was working at MLK. She was a beautiful person inside and out, she will truly be missed. RIH Soror Latham.

Condolences to the Latham family. I will remember the radiant smile and the sweet spirit Verna exhibited. RIP sweet friend.

Sincere Condolences to the family. Dr. Latham will always be remembered having a gentle and sweet spirit. Her professionalism in education was outstanding among her colleagues and students.

Ms. Latham, you were my first grade teacher and believed in me right from the start. You pushed me to always go for the best and be my best. I will never forget how important and special you made me feel. You had a smile that was infectious and I can never forget how you put me on to the Temptations "Silent Night" at the tender age of 6.

We will share your stories and you will live on in the many many lives you have touched.

With Love,

Jameel McKanstry

Beloved friend, may your memory and bubbling spirit continue to bless and comfort us all. You will be truly missed. Our prayers to Latham family - God will completely heal all who grieve. RIParadise Janice Gosa and family

Our deep felt condolences to the Latham family. We are thankful for the endless sunshine Verna brought to our WMS family over the years. RIP our friend and colleague Verna Latham. Westlawn Middle School Retired Faculty & Staff

I grew up at New Prospect with Vera in the 1960s, I remember her as a kind teenager I will remember as she was during those years. My prayers are with her family.

Words cannot express what I feel at this moment Ms Latham and I go back when we were young women and she would be truly missed.

My sympathy to the family during your time of loss. Mrs. Latham was very dear to me and my church family.

Peace

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