Steven,
This is regarding your search for Vernard Ray Jatho. My mother's brother was Venard <(diff. spelling) Ray Jatho. Born in 1933 in IL. Most likely the same person. His father was Phillip Jatho. I just registered here today, so just wandering around and found your post. I seem to recall your mothers' name and possibly yours too. Time makes memories so hazy. Anyhow, we just may be cousins :)
Talk to you soon,
Phyllis