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Bobby Middleton

12/19/1942 - 09/05/2025

Obituary For Bobby Middleton

Bobby Middleton

Bobby Middleton was born on December 19, 1942, to the proud parents of Rosalee and Joe Middleton in Eutawville, South Carolina.

Bobby departed this life on Friday, September 05, 2025. He was preceded in death by parents, Rosalee and Joseph Middleton. Brothers Joe Nathan Middleton, Wallace Henry Middleton, and granddaughter Ebony Brown.

He leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife, Mattie "Ray" Middleton, and their four children: Joyce Brown, Rosa (Walter) Wynn, Barbara Middleton, and Bobby L. Middleton.

He will be deeply missed by his grandchildren: Paul Middleton, TaMichael Brown, Stacy Middleton, and Gabriel Wynn; his great-grandchildren: Akosua Wilson, Jocelynn Brown, Zane Brown, Makaila Brown, Maliyah Brown, Jace Middleton, Jaxon Middleton; and his great-great-granddaughter, Ja’mirah. He is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at Community Evangelistic Church, 2650 Boyds Bridge Pike, Knoxville, TN 37914 on Sunday, September 14, 2025. Visitation with the family begins at 3:00 PM, followed by the service at 4:00 PM.

The final resting place will be at the Berry Highland South Cemetery on Monday, September 15, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. A dove release will conclude in his honor.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Unity Mortuary. www.unitymortuary1979.com


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We love you Uncle Bobby.

Desiree Middleton

We love you, brother Bobby will be dancing in heaven together ✝️💖✝️

Chris Bush

I worked with Bobby many years. He was a great person and I considered him a friend. I am sad for his wife and family. They will be united again one day In Heaven.

Billy Cox

Miss u uncle Bobby. Love u always. I know u are in a better place.

Mattie Thompkins

I remember Bobby n Ray... As as a teen, I was their Babysitter to the oldest girls... May The Lord our God, bring you comfort and peace as you mourn Bobby's passing🌹

Rose B.Davis

RIP Bobby from the Riddle family. I remember while working at AT&T every time I would see Bobby, he either had a smile on his face, or he would say something to make you laugh!

Rev. William Riddle

Mrs Massie and family.. We had the pleasure of knowing Mr Bobby since being a neighbor right next door for 6 yrs and counting.. He has always had a blissful smile, Im sure of his hardest days, no one knew because of the love, and joy that is in him.. We are going to miss seeing him every day.. Mrs Maddie praying 🙏 for you and the entire family.. This is not goodbye forever, It's see you later.. God 🙌 Bless...

Fattie & Jackie Ray

Mr. Middletown was one of friendliest and and also one of the coolest guys I've had the pleasure to know. This man knew how to live life. My deepest and most heartfelt condolences to all his family and friends

Mark Young

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Cecil Bailey

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

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