Lategra Pleshette Bruce, age 45, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away July 27, 2025. A beloved wife, daughter, mother, sister, and friend. Lategra’s radiant spirit and compassionate heart left a lasting impression on everyone who was fortunate enough to know her.
Born on August 4, 1979, in Louisville, Kentucky to L’Tigre Harris and Lynn Dunlap. A proud graduate of Fern Creek High School, she later pursued an Associate degree in Criminal Justice and was completing her Bachelor of Arts degree in Management. Her work ethic earned her the respect of colleagues and clients alike.
Lategra’s greatest joy in life was her love for God and family. She was a devoted wife, mother, supportive sister and friend who never failed to show up with love and encouragement. Her infectious laughter, vibrant personality, and unwavering kindness created a warm presence that will be deeply missed.
She is survived by her loving husband Kenneth, son Jeremiah, daughter Karina, mother Lynn (Yusuf), sister Quisada, and a host of cousins, nephews, nieces, aunts and uncles. She also leaves behind a host of extended faith family members and cherished friends who will carry her memory forward. Preceding Lategra in death are father L’ Tigre, brother Quinn and grandmother Charlesetta.
A celebration of Lategra’s life will be held on August 8, 2025, at Blount & Curry in Carrollwood, Florida with visitation beginning at 5:00 pm followed by a service at 6:00 pm. Additional services will be on August 12, 2025, at Brown Funeral Home in Elizabethtown, Kentucky with visitation beginning at 9:30 am followed by a service at 11:30 am.
All who know and loved Lategra are welcome to attend and honor her legacy. Though she has left this world too soon, Lategra Bruce’s light continues to shine in the lives she touched. Her memory will be held dear in our hearts forever.
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