Brockman Glen “Brock” Latta was born September 23, 1982 in Beaumont, Texas and died July 2, 2006 from injuries received in an automobile accident. He was a 2001 graduate of West Brook High School.
He is survived by his mother, Brenda Leland Latta and sister, Erica Latta both of Hillebrandt; fiancé, Stephanie Tyler of Beaumont; beloved dog, Maddie; father, Harvey Latta and grandmother, Bobbie Brockman both of Hillebrandt; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Brock was preceded in death by his grandparents, Edith and Edward Leland of Fannett; grandfather, Gordan “Buck” Latta of Hillebrandt.
As a young boy Brock and his friends shared many adventures much to their parents dismay. He was a pratical joker, sharp and very quick witted. His pleasure came when he made people laugh. His smile was contagious, he could light up a room. From adolescence to a young adult, he had the gift of gab, he was a hard worker and could sell ice to an Eskimo.
Brock had many interests, his passions included hunting, camping, fishing and playing pool. He was also an aspiring cook, he loved making all sorts of concoctions. Brock was really a good cook, he was well known for his chicken, sausage and mushroom gumbo.
Brock will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
Funeral services will be 2:00 P.M. Thursday, July 6, 2006 at Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive with burial to follow at Memory Gardens in Port Arthur. A gathering of family and friends will be Wednesday evening July 5, 2006 from 6:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. at the mortuary.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in memory of Brock Latta to, West Brook Girls Soccer Booster Club, 8750 Phelan Blvd., Beaumont, Texas 77706 or The Alicia Bonura and Ashley Brown Memorial Scholarship Fund c/o Lamar University Foundation, P.O. Box 11500, Beaumont, Texas 77710.
