Paul R. Middleton Jr. Obituary

“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” John 3:16

Paul R. Middleton, Jr. In Loving Memory of

Omega April 2, 2023

Alpha June 23, 1948

Celebration of Life Japonica Missionary Baptist Church Pastor Paul Garrett 2723 Mojave Dr., Dallas, TX 75241 April 15, 2023 at 2:00 pm -SERVICE-

Paul R. Middleton Jr. was born June 23, 1948 in Dallas, Texas to the late Paul R. Middleton Sr. and late Allie Mae (Billie) Middleton. Paul accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized at Japonica Missionary Baptist Church in Dallas, Texas. He enjoyed singing in the choir. He graduated from John F. Kennedy High School in 1966 and attended El Centro Community College. Paul was one of the first African American people to be drafted into the U.S. Marines Corps in 1968. In 1969, he was wounded in the Vietnam War and received a purple heart. After his service, he fulfilled his passion working alongside his father as a building contractor and carpenter. In 1971, he married Darlene Washington and to that union, one child was born. He enjoyed shooting pool and fishing. His endless love for golfing and bowling put a fuel under his fire. In trail riding, he was affectionately known as the "Mule-Skinner" and had an undeniable joy for dancing. He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul Middleton Sr. and Allie Mae (Bille) Middleton, brother Kenneth Middleton Sr. and Uncle Roscoe Middleton . He leaves to cherish one child, Cheena D. Middleton, two grandchildren, Chynerra Parker and Darius Ashley and two great grandchildren, MaKenzie and Mahzi Lee, two brothers, Ronald Cecil (Ruth) and Rev.Cedric (Evelyn) Middleton, one sister, Beverly Jimison, as well as a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and friends. HOMEGOING CELEBRATION FOR PAUL R. MIDDLETON, JR.

ORDER OF SERVICE

Processional................................... Officiating Minister...................... Japonica Missionary Hymn of Comfort.......................... Scripture Reading Old Testament........................... New Testament......................... Prayer............................................. Solo................................................. Remarks.......................................... Musical Selection......................... Eulogy............................................. Parting View.................................. Recessional

Family Pastor Paul Garrett Baptist Church Choir & Congregation

Rev. L.L. Gardner Guest Minister Pastor Paul Garrett Deacon Eric McCowan Limit two minutes Choir Rev. Bell Holland Golden Gate Funeral Home

To My Family To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say But first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.

I’m writing this from heaven, here, I dwell with God above, Here, there’s no more tears of sadness;

Here is just eternal love. Please do not be unhappy just because I am out of sight, remember that I am with you every

morning, noon and night. That day I had to leave you

when my life on Earth was through, God picked me up and hugged me and He said, “I welcome you". Paul Jr.

Letter to My Dad Each day you strived to live,

Your body to weak to be. Your love will live forever, Since your heart has set you free.

Now you walk bravely, You feel the pain no more.

Angels have come to guide you And bring you to Heaven's door.

Memories I will hold so dearly, Your smile, warmed my heart. And through my life you'll live, You've touched so many parts. Hard days may be before me, It's all apart of God's plan. Why you left so soon, I may never understand. My life has changed forever, Since the day you passed away. In Heaven you'll be waiting To meet me again someday. Love, Cheena

To Our Papa

God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be so he put his arms around you and whispered, “Come to Me”. With tearful eyes we watched you and saw you pass away and although we love you dearly we could not make you stay. A Golden heart stopped beating hard working hands at rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us He only takes the best.

Forever in our hearts, Your Grandchildren

Letter to Our Brother

Today is full of memories of our brother laid to rest and every single one of them is filled with happiness. For you were someone special always such a joy to know and there was so much pain when it was time to let you go. That’s why this special message is sent to Heaven above for the angels to take care of you and give you all our love. With love, Cecil and Cookie

To My Brother

If Roses grow in Heaven Lord, please pick a bunch for me. Place them in my brother's arms and tell him they're from me. Tell him that I love him and miss him, and when he turns to smile, place a kiss upon his cheek and hold him for awhile. Because remembering him is easy, I do it every day, but there's an ache within my heart that will never go away. Love Always, BB

I thought of you with love today but that is nothing new I thought about you yesterday and days before that too, I think of you in silence I often speak your name All I have are memories and your picture in a frame. Your memory is my keepsake with which I’ll never part God has you in His keeping I have you in my heart.

Your Boy, Corey

Expression of Gratitude

We, the family, wish to express our sincere gratitude to all those who have supported us during our time of loss. We appreciate all of the visits, phone calls and prayers for our family. May God continue to bless and keep you! -from the Middleton Family

Active Pallbearers Darius Ashley Byron Busby Cornelius Childress Rufus Day Honarary Pallbearers Christopher Middleton Kelvin Middleton Corey Parramore Travis Lee Joshua Middleton Jamari Smith

Kenneth Middleton II Reginald Middleton

Spencer Middleton Steven Middleton Final Rest Place

DFW National Cemetery Grand Prairie, Texas