Dedicated to the memory of Marjorie Latham
A lady of quiet dignity who loved cats and her family. Devoting her life to her family
She was much loved and will always be remembered. We were luckly to have had her with us for so long. She leaves a big hole in all out lives
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From Naomi
Grandma was a strong presence in my childhood. I can remember as far back as her big house in Sheffield, though it’s been so long that I couldn’t tell you much about it. I vaguely remember the foxes that visited now and again, similar to how we’d only see her now and again. The clearer memories really begin when she moved closer to us. My sister and I would come round after school since we were a bit young to go home when our parents worked late. There were Breakaway biscuits and Beano comics and her warm and comforting demeanour.
I remember the Sunday dinners from time to time, the pyrex glassware she used from it. Her cooking was always delicious and made with care and attention, a quality I hope that someday I can refine in myself. I still have some of her crockery all the way up in Scotland with me, including some of the pyrex. I don’t get to use it a lot, but knowing that it’s there and seeing it in my cupboards is a peculiar comfort, a connection point to my younger days and her gentle care even when we were miles apart and more recently when she passed on.
chris latham57
21st April 2021
From Chris
One of Mum’s favorite Author was Jane Austen who said “I declare after all there is no enjoyment like reading. How much sooner one tires of anything other than off a book.” Indeed Mum was an avid reader. Reading books and the guardian every day up until her early 90’s.
She was a constant in my life and I will and do miss her.
I am very proud of how mum brought up a family of three children worked as a teacher and social worker and also cared for her mother and her husband Bill in later life. She was also part of the code breaking effort at Bletchley during the war. Mum had a lively intellect and I enjoyed the discussions we had on a range of topics as well as her sense of humour. She was amused to be nicknamed “The chocolate Assassin” in that she would kill for a piece of chocolate!
Although no longer here she will live on in my memories and my love for her.
chris latham57
21st April 2021
From Jessica
My Grandma was a wonderful, strong woman. She was an amazing role model and I inherited many traits from her - such as my stubbornness, fondness of leopard print, and love of chocolate. I am very disappointed she won’t be able to see me get married and I know she will be disappointed that she didn't get any cake. However, my Grandma would have been proud of everything all her grandchildren have achieved in their lives.
I am going to miss all of her interesting stories about her experiences in the world war and of her fascinating life, but take comfort in the fact she lived a long a happy life full of so many achievements, and will be remembered so fondly in everyone's hearts.
chris latham57
21st April 2021
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