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Ms. Ernestine Middleton

Passed 01/11/2026

Obituary For Ms. Ernestine Middleton

Funeral services for Ms. Ernestine Middleton, 71, of Orangeburg, SC, will be held 1:00pm, Sunday, January 18, 2026, at Simmons Funeral Home and Crematory Chapel, 2868 Columbia Road, Orangeburg, with interment to follow at Belleville Memorial Garden.

passed away Sunday, January 11, 2026, at MUSC Health-Orangeburg.

Public viewing will be held Saturday, January 17, 2026, from 10:30am - 6:00pm.

Family and friends may call Simmons Funeral Home and Crematory of Orangeburg.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.simmonsfuneralhome.com


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Ettaree Reed sent Red and White Floor Basket for Ms. Ernestine Middleton - January 13, 2026

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My deepest condolences to the family. Such a sweet lady.

Deedra Hardy

My sincere condolences to the family of such a kind and gentle individual. She served wonderfully as a foster parent for local program l managed. She was very good with the children and made a difference in their lives. Be encouraged family and community. God is the pillar of comfort and joy.

Dianne Darby-Paul

Sending our sincere condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

James & Tywanda Hurt

To the family you all have my deepest condolences and prayers

Nita Dickson

Tonya you know have loved your mom since we moved to Hartwell in 2008. My heartfelt condolences to you and your family.

Sandy Littlejohn

I extend my heartfelt condolences and prayers to Ms. Middleton's family. I am so appreciative of her love, care, and stability provided to children in her role as a foster parent—it was a true reflection of God's grace. May He surround you with peace and comfort during this season of loss.

Teresa C. Jennings

Sending heartfelt condolences to the family of Ernestine Middleton.

Evatte Williams

Mr.Mrs.John DorothyS.Miller Jr. We will miss you couison.Love you'll

My friend,I'm going to miss.

To 💯 a real sista who said what she meant to your face i will miss you but not forget 💯 you I will miss the great times we had from jokes to sincere times rip from Ron

Ronnie Flood

You will always be my best friend,I love you Ernestine and I know I'll see you again, Sleep on sister, take your rest; We love you but God loves you best.

Ettaree Reed

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

Simmons Funeral Home | Orangeburg, SC

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