James B. Latney Sr.'s obituary , Passed away on August 25, 2025 in Wilmington, Delaware

James B. Latney Sr.

August 25, 2025

Wilmington, Delaware

James B. Latney Sr.'s obituary , Passed away on August 25, 2025 in Wilmington, Delaware

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Nichols-Gilmore Funeral Home & Cremation Service

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James B. Latney Sr.

August 25, 2025

Wilmington, Delaware

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James B. Latney Sr. Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on August 25, 2025 we had to say goodbye to James B. Latney Sr. of Wilmington, Delaware, born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of James B. Latney Sr. or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Blanche E. Simpers and Delbert L. Simpers Sr.; his wife Dorothy Jean; his son James Jr.; his siblings, Wayne Latney, Clifton Lewis and Violet Pettijohn; his godson John Harris; and his former wife Carol E. Latney (Smith).

He is survived by: his children, Cherae, Brande, Marquita Sellman (Mike), Jawann Latney (Morgan) and Ebony Latney; his grandchildren, Ashle (Vernae), Harlan (Melissa), Quierra, Deja, Adrian, Jourdann, Michael and Madison; his great grandchildren, Trevon, Sephira and Harlan "Q."; and his siblings, Arlene Bruce (Benard), Alice Reid (Ronald) and Delbert Simpers Jr. (Rachel). He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Nichols-Gilmore Funeral Home & Cremation Service



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Sep 11

Visitation

Catalyst Community Church
410 Denver Rd, Wilmington, DE 19804

Thu

Sep 11

Funeral service

Catalyst Community Church
410 Denver Rd, Wilmington, DE 19804

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