Lieutenant Command­er (Ret) Todd Edward Latshaw left this world January 3, 2021, after a short but demanding battle with MDS stem cell treatment, and after casting his vote for Joe Biden. While the stem cell treatment was suc­cessful, thanks to the gen­erous donation of cells by his son, David Latshaw, recovery proved too difficult. He left surrounded by his wife, children and sister, Becky, and by a community of admirers and friends who held him up in constant thought and prayer. A most loving and tearful sendoff, to be sure.

Todd was born July 3, 1952 to Barbara Jane Lat­shaw (Hess) and David Latshaw in Canton, Ohio. In Pittsburgh, he graduated from Cannevin High School and Waynesburg College, where he fell for his lab partner, Budgie Hartman. He served 21 years as a pilot in the U.S. Navy, flying C130s, C12s and P3s. They travelled the world while stationed in Guam, Okinawa, and England, as well as state­side ports in Florida, Texas, and Maryland. He then joined Northwest Airlines as a DC10 pilot, finishing his career at Delta Airlines. Todd's gen­uine mission was as husband, father, grandfather, and friend to the world. Weather permitting, he could be found golfing or driving his refurbished TR6, but definitely not exercising. Wherever Todd ventured, laughter followed. A truly generous, welcoming, and light-hearted man, Todd was quick to make friends with anyone and everyone and left lasting impressions everywhere he went.

He is survived by his spouse of 42 years, Mildred (Budgie) Latshaw, his sister, Becky (John) Ban­non, his children, Sara Latshaw (Ryan Donovan), and David Latshaw (Tiffany Latshaw) and three grandsons, Baylen, Gray, and Fletcher.

A graveside service will be held at 2:30 pm, on Friday, October 15, 2021 at Barrancas National Cemetery.

A Celebration of Life will follow at Mustin Beach Officers Club.

If in search of a way to commemorate his life he asked that you donate to the ACLU of Florida, an organization especially dear to his heart. Donations can be made at www.aclufl.org or mailed to 4343 W. Flagler Street, Miami, FL 33134.