Abstract: A gate latch extension handle assembly configured for pivotally engaging a latch arm of a hinged catch of a gate latch assembly on a same side of a gate as the gate latch assembly includes a vertical member with a means for pivotal attachment to the latch arm of the hinged catch of the gate latch assembly. A guide bracket has a guide channel sized and shaped to slidingly receive a portion of the vertical member and allow and guide vertical reciprocating movement of the vertical member through the guide channel. A horizontal member attached to the top end of and perpendicular to the vertical member. The vertical member transmits to the latch arm force exerted on the horizontal member. Components may optionally include a phosphorescent polymer coating or additive to glow in the dark. A removable, permanently attached or integrally formed handgrip surrounds at least a portion of the horizontal member. Optionally, an adjustable extension is attached to the bottom end of the vertical member.