Obituary for
Elizabeth Ann "Dolly" Latham
Elizabeth Dolly Latham, 87, of Chaptico, MD formerly from Loveville, MD passed away on February 27, 2019 at her home. She was born on October 20, 1931 in Loveville, MD to the late Mary Agnes Nelson Thompson and Joseph Gervase Thompson, Sr. Dolly was the loving wife of the late James (Snook) Melvin Latham, Sr., whom she married on April 14, 1951 in St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Morganza, MD, and who preceded her in death on March 20, 2017. Dolly is survived by her children Patsy Stillwell (Edward) of Chaptico, MD, Jimmy Latham (Patty Kenney) of Chaptico, MD, Larry Latham (Debbie) Latham of Hughesville, MD.
As well as 8 grandchildren Rick, Joey, Sherri, Jimmy, Lisa, Frankie, Christy, Ashley, and 19 great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her siblings Albert Thompson, Leonard Thompson, Mary Alice Thompson, Lucelle Wood, Marie Thompson, Rose Thompson, June Thompson, and Joseph Thompson, Jr. She was a lifelong St. Mary’s County, MD resident and graduated from Margaret Brent in 1947.
Dolly loved crocheting, painting, and ceramics. She was an avid church goer, and loved her musical shows. Dolly was an active and respected member of Our Lady of the Wayside Church. She was happiest surrounded by her family, celebrating special holidays, and holding one of her many great grandchildren.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, March 4, 2019 at 10:00 AM in Our Lady of the Wayside Catholic Church Chaptico, MD with Father Michal Sajnog officiating. Interment will follow in Queen of Peace Catholic Cemetery Helen, MD. Serving as pallbearers will be James Latham, Jr, Larry Latham, Eddie Stillwell, Rick Stillwell, Jimmy Latham, and Frankie Latham.
Contributions may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital Center 262 Danny Thomas Place Memphis, TN 38105.
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