With deepest sorrow we at Henryhand Funeral Home regret to announce the passing of Sir Derek Latimer, 13, of St. Stephen, SC, who passed away on Wednesday, May 1, 2024.

Reflections of Life

"My body is but a vessel that carries me through life, but my soul will live forever and carry me into the light"   B.B. Blackwood

Sir Derek Latimer, known as "Sir", was born on January 29, 2011 in Greenville, SC. He was the son of Sergio Latimer and Mi Brooks of Charleston, SC. He departed this life at an early age of 13, on May 1, 2024 at MUSC Hospital in Charleton, SC.

Sir attended St. Stephen Elementary School and was a current student at St. Stephen Middle School until his demise. Sir lived with his loving mother in Charleston, SC and later relocate in St. Stephen. During his young life, Sir was a kind, humble young man that was well known among his peers in school and community. Being an energetic you man, Sir had great aspirations in which he was determined to achieve. Sir loved many types of sports such as football, basketball and swimming, which he was taught by his father. Even though he loved those sports, his heart desire and drive were in Gymnastics. It is well known by family members that Sir also dreamed of becoming a Scientist so he could "make his grandmother live forever." "Smiles"

Sir was granted a gift from God to make his family and friends smile and laugh. He will always be remembered for his Big bright smile and white teeth. Sir visited Calvary RE Church on many occasion and other churches, yet remaining strong in believing that there is a true and living God. Sir was preceded in death by a paternal grandfather, Nicholas Alexander Range of Greenville, SC.

Sir leaves to cherish his memories: his mother, Miss Brooks of Charleston, SC; his father, Sergio Latimer of Greenville, SC; maternal grandmother and grandfather, Valarie Smalls of St. Stephen, SC and Altony Morant of St. Stephen, SC; paternal grandmother, Tonya Latimer of Greenville, SC; along with a host of nieces, nephews, a host of other relatives and friends. A special caretaker, Shawn Jenkins from MUSC, ICU Pediatrics Department.

Poem

"Memories"

Death leaves heartache no one can heal.

Memories are treasures no one can steal.

Some may forget you now that you're gone.

But we will remember no matter how long.

You will always stay loved and remember in every way.

No tears, no verse, can ever say.

How much we miss and love you every day.

~The Nelson Family~

The family is receiving friends and family at 1052 Russellville Road, St. Stephen, SC.

All arrangements and professional services have been entrusted to Henryhand Funeral Home of St. Stephen, SC. 843-354-2292.