David R. Lathbury, 56, passed gently from this life, surrounded by his loving family, at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital, after a battle with a prolonged illness.
Lathbury married his sweetheart, Paula, on Feb. 3, 1978. He loved to go camping, hunting and boating, but his favorite times were with his beloved grandchildren.
Lathbury was preceded in death by his mother, Joyce Bailey Lathbury, and a brother, John Lathbury. He is survived by his wife, Paula Viehman Lathbury; his father, John Lathbury; his beloved daughter, Tracey Cannon and her spouse, Emery, of Georgetown, Del.; a son, Jamey Lathbury of Ellendale, Del.; four surviving siblings, Carol Givens and her husband, Gary, of Millsboro, Del., Belinda Pusey and her husband, James, of Laurel, Del., James Lathbury of Ellendale and Michael Lathbury of Dagsboro, Del.; his beloved grandchildren, Alexis, Morgan, Makenzie, Trevor and Makayla; and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family members and many friends.
A viewing and visitation were scheduled for Sept. 5, 2017, at Watson Funeral Home, Millsboro, Del. Interment was to be private. In lieu of flowers, the family suggested memorial contributions to the National Kidney Foundation; 30 East 33rd St.; New York, NY 10016, or to Lupus Foundation of America Inc.; 2121 K. Street NW, Ste. 200; Washington, DC 20037-1830. Condolences may be sent online at www.watsonfh.com.