Lata II, Theodore Richard

Theodore Richard Lata II, master artist of interior and exterior homes, entered eternal rest on Thursday May 5, 2022 at Touchpoints of Manchester where he was well cared for after battling heart disease for many years. He was born June 13, 1945 in Hartford CT to the late parents' Marguerite Burnham and Theodore Lata who were longtime residents of East Hartford, CT. Theodore was originally from East Hartford, CT and a longtime resident of East Windsor, CT. Theodore is survived by his loving children and their families': Lori Scandura and her children Morgan & Nicholas, Linda and her children; Thomas & his 4 children and Myles & his 3 children, Theodore Richard Lata III and his wife Colette, Melisa and her children, and Christopher Chadwick, his wife Emily and their children Steevielyn, Christopher Jr., Charlea Ann and Henry. Ted had a wonderful sense of humor with a larger than life personality. His hobbies included reading and studying the Bible with Jehovah's Witnesses, playing pool with friends, cooking, going fishing and was an avid fan of horse racing. Ted also loved to paint with his son, Ted III; painting and artistry was his passion. Ted and his son Ted III are both known

by many in the contracting business in CT for their commercial and residential work for over 40 years. Funeral services will be private. There are no calling hours. Newkirk and Whitney Funeral Home 318 Burnside Ave. East Hartford, CT. o6108 are assisting the family. To sign the online guestbook go to www. NewkirkandWhitney.com

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