LATIMORE - James Thomas Latimore, Jr., 63, passed away Wednesday, July 31, 2019. Funeral arrangements entrusted to "The Mortuary We Trust" HARRIS MORTUARY, 2261 Edison Avenue (904) 598-9808 http://www.harrismortuary.com .

James Thomas Latimore was born November 14, 1955 in Miami, Florida to the late James Latimore and Cathy Beatrice (DeCosta) who preceded him in death. He was the fourth child of ten and was preceded in death by his brother Leonard Bryant of Jacksonville, Florida.

James was a graduate of Miami Jackson Senior High School in Miami, Florida. He pursued a career in the US Army where he served his country for sixteen years. James was an extremely hard worker and could accomplish any task he set his mind to.

James had a great love for music and during his military career of which he spent a number of years in Korea and Germany would often DJ small celebrations and picked up the handle "Jeda Peda Weda". He would also blow out a tune on his trusty harmonica.

James came to know Jesus in his early thirties, but the stress of this life swayed him but thankfully he was able to again find his way. In December of 2014 he became a faithful member of Life Transforming Ministries under the compassionate leadership of Pastor Elisa B Leon.

James departed this life on Wednesday, July 31, 2019 at his residence in Jacksonville due to unforeseen complications from a recent illness.

James leaves to cherish his memory his three sons, James Latimore of Seguin TX, Zjatoric Latimore, Sr. (Michelle) of San Antonio TX and James Thomas Latimore of Jacksonville FL and his adopted daughter Tonya Marie Latimore. He also leaves two grandchildren Zjatoric Jr and Kendrick Dave Latimore of San Antonio TX. Three loving sisters, Gayle Jones of Jacksonville FL, Kathy Feltner (Myron Sr) of Lauderdale Lakes FL and Robin Rice (Calvin Jr) of Beaufort SC. Five loving brothers, Carl J. Latimore of Long Beach CA, Cecil Latimore (Pamela) of Jacksonville FL, Eddie Hunt (Faye) of Desoto TX, Charles Hunt (Rosetta) of Lancaster TX and Myer Hunt (Yolanda) of Red Oak TX. A host of nieces and nephews as well as many caring friends.