Latanya "Tan" Beatty was born August 4, 1956 to Oscar Beatty Jr. and Delores Beatty in Jasper, Texas. The oldest of six children Tan possessed a nurturing, kind, loving spirit and was well-loved and respected by her siblings, nieces and nephews. She was a lifelong member of Westside Church of Christ. Tan attended schools in Jasper ISD and was a graduate of the Class of 1976.

Tan began working at an early age and held several jobs, most notably Jasper Convalescent , Visador, Owen-Illinois and Temple-Inland where she retired in 2016. Tan spent the last two years caring for a very special family member.

On September 7, 2019, Tan transitioned from this earthly place to her heavenly home. She was proceeded in death by her father, and brothers: Oscar Renard and Marcus Beatty.

Tan leaves to cherish her precious memories, her mother, Delores Beatty; five loving and dedicated siblings; Schymarian of Jasper, TX, Deborah (James) of Claire, Michigan, Anita (Willie) of Lufkin, TX, Charles and Danielle (Derrick) both of Jasper, TX. Nieces and Nephews who she loved dearly. Nieces: Kristi (Aveonne) of Austin, TX, Patrice, Sade, Tia, Shakira (Jacquise Spikes) of Jasper, TX and Paisley; Nephews: Von, Renard, Willie (Kristin) of Lufkin, TX, DeQuinton, Cameron, Wesley and Trevon. Great nieces, Shae (Zack) of Jasper, TX, Ziya, Zoey, Mia, Bella, Harlee and Karmari. Great nephews, Amare and DJ. Three loving aunts, Ramona, Earlene and Laverne; two uncles, Al Lee and Al Joe and a host of cousins and friends who miss her dearly.