Roger Lee Latham of Savannah Missouri was born January 2, 1939 to Maurice and Leona Latham, and passed away at a Oregon Care Center March 28, 2024.

He was a graduate of Savannah High School and Platte Business College.

He married Alice Grishow June 20, 1958 and they enjoyed 66 years together.

From an early age Roger always had a job, mowing lawns, delivering dry cleaned clothing to local residents or pumping gas at a gas station. After graduation from school he worked for a construction company building Minnie Cline School.

In 1956 he joined the Army National Guard, serving 21 plus years, 11 years of that time he was a full time employee as an Administrative and Supply Technician. He retired at the rank of Chief Warrant Officer, Grade 3.

Along with his wife, they operated the Old North Side Cafe in Savannah for 5 plus years. Friday night specials and catering were part of their offerings. Many a High School girl learned about local food service under their guidance.

Service to others was a huge part of his life. He worked as an Andrew County Deputy and Dispatcher under 3 different Sheriffs; and as Andrew County Emergency Director. He was a lifelong member of the Savannah Christian Church, serving in several capacities. For many years he was treasurer of the Andrew County Ministries.

Roger is survived by his wife, Alice of the home, Daughter, Leslie Latham (Brenda Boothe). Sons, Christopher (Christine) Latham; Allen (Kelli) Latham; Grandchildren: Jessie (Brandan) Winfrey; Taylor (James) Glass; Wade (Felicity) Latham; Austin Latham; Latham and Will Calveard. Great Grandchildren: Madeline Winfrey; Ranger Latham and bonus great grandson, Linkin Taylor. Sister and Brother-in-law; Marceline and Clyde Reynolds, and a  host of cousins, nieces, nephews and a multitude of friends.

Proceeding him in death were his parents; Brothers Gerald and Richard Latham; Sisters-in-law Barbara and Rose Latham, Daughter and Son-in-law - Elizabeth and Sam Calveard.

Memorial Service; 11:00 AM, Friday, April 5th at the First Christian Church in Savannah. Inurnment with Full Military Honors will follow at the Savannah Cemetery.

The family will receive friends 5:30 to 8:00 PM, on Thursday evening also at the Church.

Memorial gifts may be made to Savannah First Christian Church; Andrew County Ministries or American Cancer Society.