Wichita, Kansas
Joseph Latas
2021
Joseph "Joe" Latas passed away on Monday, November 29, 2021. He was born on January 14, 1930 in Kansas City, Kansas. Joe attended Washburn University in Topeka, Kansas, where he enjoyed playing basketball while earning his degree in 1952. After graduation, he married his lifetime love and moved to Wichita, Kansas, where he began his very successful and highly respected career at Cessna Aircraft Company, retiring in 2002 after more than 50 years. Joe will be fondly remembered for his thoughtfulness and generosity, kind-hearted friendly nature and ability to see things from a different perspective. He is survived by daughters, Karen J. Latas of Wichita, KS, and Nancy J. Latas of...