Mason Charles Latham was born in Dallas on March 6, 1995 and passed away on April 2, 2011. A life too short, though one filled with passion, curiosity and love. Mason was a sweet young man recognized by all who knew him for his never ending quest for answers and his love for building his own experiments. Mason had a dear love for and with his three sisters; Brooke, Rachel and Avery. A very special and lasting love. Mason also loved his dog Story like no other dog has ever been loved. His family and friends quickly describe him as easy going, curious, intelligent, gentle and caring. Mason was wise beyond his 16 years and most commented on his ability to discuss topics and issues with adults as if he were their peer. A quick wit, a bright smile and the gift of conversation quickly endeared him to all who spent time with him. For such a short life, he lived every day to its fullest and never looked back. Mason’s zest for life was evident in his passion for sports, whether football, snowboarding or skate boarding and his innate physical talents ensured he did them exceptionally. In addition, his loving heart directed him in his kindness toward others and empathy for those who needed a friend. Mason is survived by his parents, Mark and Ellen Latham, and his three sisters; Brooke, Rachel and Avery. His family includes grandparents Diana and John Lewis, Eugene and Gloria Latham, Martha and Robert Smith, Joe and Judy Martin; aunts and uncles Mrs. Kathy Washburn, Mr. and Mrs. Mark Huteson, Ms. Carolyn Smith, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Short, Mr. and Mrs. Scott Latham, Mr. Jeff Latham, Mr. and Mrs. David Latham, Mr. and Mrs. Mark Allison, Mr. and Mrs. Eduardo Latham, and Mr. and Mrs. Doc Weidknecht, Mr. Julia Butler, Mr. & Mrs. Nelson Smith and Dr. Taylor Smith. The Latham family will receive visitors at Sparkman/Hillcrest Funeral Home 7405 W. Northwest Highway in Dallas, Texas from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Wednesday, April 6. A memorial service to celebrate Mason’s exceptional life will be held on Thursday, March 7 at 2:00 pm at Saint Michael & All Angels Episcopal Church, 8011 Douglas Avenue, Dallas, Texas. A private family interment service will be held the same day. In lieu of flowers donations are being accepted in Mason Latham’s name at ESD - The Lower Campus - to help children in need. Donations can be sent to Episcopal School of Dallas Lower Campus, 4344 Colgate Ave., Dallas, TX 75225 P:(214) 363-5471. Make checks payable to ESD Lower Campus, in the memo Attn: Mason C. Latham Fund. Jay Allison, Bob Beaham, Gerry Dube, Phillip
Gunn, Matt Herring, HI Schendle, Chip Fichtner and Robert Deptula will serve as pallbearers.
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