James Donald Lattimore, age 88, of Smithville passed away Friday afternoon January 3, 2025, at the Webb House in Smithville. 

James worked for TRW for 40 years, was a farmer, and had also worked as a part-time deputy. 

He was born November 6, 1936, to his parents, the late Bobby E. and Mary Ferrell Lattimore. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife of over 50 years Mae Elizabeth Lattimore; and son, James Bradley "Brad" Lattimore. 

Survivors include children, Barbara (Harold) Burton, David Lattimore, Kathy (Roger) Bailey, Rick Lattimore, all of Smithville; grandchildren, Steve Mabe, Chris Burton, Rachel Anderson, Ashley Satterfield, Glen Lattimore, Jody Lattimore; great grandchildren, Jeron Burton, Haden Burton, Heath Mabe, Lance Mabe, Haylee Mullican, Jordan Farley, Cloey Anderson, Jackson Lattimore, Kalynn Lattimore, Madelynn Lattimore, Blaine Lattimore, Cody Johnson, and Tony Pack; four great-great grandchildren, Colton, Karson, Karter and Brooklyn Mabe; Other extended family and friends also survive. 

Graveside service will be held Sunday January 5, 2025, at DeKalb Cemetery with Bros. Bernard Houk and Michael Hale officiating. 

Pallbearers included Chris Burton, Glen Lattimore, Jody Lattimore, Billy Anderson, Harold Burton, Nick Goad and Jason Satterfield.

In lieu of flowers family asked that donations be made to the Animal Shelter or Live and Let Live. 

DeKalb Funeral Chapel, Smithville, was in charge of the arrangements.