[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 128 (Saturday, August 4, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1780]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             HONORING THE MEMORY OF MRS. EVELEEN G. LATHAN

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                             HON. JO BONNER

                               of alabama

                    in the house of representatives

                        Saturday, August 4, 2007

  Mr. BONNER. Madm Speaker, the city of Mobile and indeed the entire 
state of Alabama lost a dear friend and educator, and I rise today to 
honor her and pay tribute to her memory. Eveleen G. Lathan was a 
devoted teacher and dedicated school administrator whose diligence and 
guidance greatly impacted the lives of countless students in the Mobile 
area.
  In 1960, Mrs. Lathan began her career in the Mobile County public 
school system, a dedicated legacy of service that would span over 
thirty-five years. Mrs. Lathan was a devoted elementary school teacher 
for over nine years before being named principal at Dauphin Island 
Elementary. Later, she also served as the head administrator at E.R. 
Dickson Elementary.
  Perhaps her greatest commitment to the education of the children of 
Mobile, though, is evident in her twenty-five-year service as the 
principal at Nan Gray Davis Elementary School. While principal there, 
she improved the standard of education and instruction tremendously, as 
well as setting an excellent example for administrators and teachers 
alike.
  Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in remembering a 
dedicated educator and friend to many throughout south Alabama. She 
will be deeply missed by those who knew her. Mrs. Lathan, whose husband 
Delvin Lathan preceded her in death, is survived by her three sons, 
Jerry Lathan, Charles T. Lathan, and Joseph M. Lathan; four 
grandchildren, Brittany Lathan, Adam Lathan, Charles D. Lathan, and 
Zachary Lathan; and nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
  May her family know that they are in the thoughts and prayers of all 
who loved and appreciated Mrs. Lathan and her many contributions to our 
community.

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