of Jonesboro, AR
September 15, 1937 - February 2, 2019
James (Don) Middleton, of Jonesboro, passed from this life on February 2, 2019 at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House. Don was born on September 15, 1937 in Gosnell to the late James W. and Odes (Russell) Middleton, he spent most of his life in the Blytheville area. He graduated from Gosnell High School and served his country in the United States Air Force. Don was of the Baptist faith.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Lena Whitney.
He is survived by his wife of 36 years Eva; 4 daughters, Sherry (Kenny) Budenich of Gatesville, TX, Jimmie (Glenn) Williams of Laurel, MS, Tammy (Eddie) Voynik of Jackson, MS, and April Sutton of Jonesboro; brother, Billy (Shirley) Middleton of Gosnell; sister, Shirley Carter of Georgetown, SC; sister and brother in law, Edward and Joyce Smith of Jonesboro; brother in law, Harold Whitney of Louisville, MS; 10 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.
Funeral service will be at 12:00 (noon), Tuesday, February 5, 2019 at Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home with Jeff Watson officiating. Burial will be in the Birdeye Veterans Cemetery at a later date.
Visitation will be from 11:00 am until time of service.
Lasting memorials can be made to St Jude Children's Hospital or the Wounded Warrior Project.
Service are under the direction of Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home.
We will always keep in our hearts and memories Don's contagious smile and caring spirit.
Thankful for the years of growing up in Blytheville, AR, and the bond all of us shared as first cousins.
Love and prayers to Eva and ALL the family.
Jimmie, Our prayers are with you and your family in this difficult time. I pray for peace and comfort for you. We love you so much.
A temporary good-bye to another family member who is in the hall of fame of God's children. Don fought the good fight of faith to the end and walked into the arms of Jesus. We'll see you soon Don.
Prayers for all the family from Arizona. Love you all so much.
Jimmie I am so sorry you’re in my thoughts and I’m praying for peace and comfort for all of you
Eva and family - you are in our thoughts and prayers as you go through these next few days and weeks. our hearts sre sad for your loss but glad that Don had a glorious reunion and welcome by so many we all love and look forward to seeing again! ourselves one day soon!
much love!
Polly and Tony
So sorry about Uncle Don! Love you all and praying for the family.