Raymond Lee Lathan
American politician
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Raymond Lee Lathan (1915–1996) was an American politician who served in the Wisconsin State Assembly.
BornApril 4, 1915
Birmingham, Alabama, U.S.
DiedMay 29, 1996 (aged 81)
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, U.S.
PartyDemocratic
EducationSelma University Theological Seminary
Detroit School of Ministry
Detroit School of Ministry
Raymond Lee Lathan | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Wisconsin State Assembly | |
| In office 1962–??? | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | April 4, 1915 Birmingham, Alabama, U.S. |
| Died | May 29, 1996 (aged 81) Milwaukee, Wisconsin, U.S. |
| Party | Democratic |
| Education | Selma University Theological Seminary Detroit School of Ministry |
| Occupation | Politician, Pastor |
| Known for | Civil Rights Movement involvement |
Biography
Lathan was born on April 4, 1915, in Birmingham, Alabama.[1] He graduated from Industrial High School before attending theological seminary. He graduated from Selma University Theological Seminary and from Detroit School of Ministry.[2][3] Lathan was pastor of New Hope Baptist Church in Milwaukee and was involved in the Civil Rights Movement. He died on May 29, 1996, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.[4]
Career
Lathan was elected to the Assembly in 1962. He was a Democrat.
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