James Ben Middleton, died on November 18, 2022. Jim was born on February 12, 1937 in Greenville, KY, he was 85 years old. He was the 8th of 11 children. He was a proud U.S. Air Force veteran retired. He is preceded in death by his parents, Herschel and Geneva Middleton; siblings, William “Cat” Middleton, Geraldine Ewton, Margaret Capps, Clay Middleton, Jr., June Rose, Courtland Middleton, Henry Middleton, Ann Hottendorf, and Danny Middleton. He is survived by his children, Connie Tyler (Ron), Robert Middleton (Lea), and Sarah Carter (Eric); siblings, Freddie Middleton and Norris Middleton; 2 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren; life partner, Rosemary Stockham; and dozens of nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Jim will be held at 11 am on Wednesday in the Southern Chapel of Arch L. Heady & Son, 3601 Taylor Blvd. Interment with military honors will be in Highland Memory Gardens. Visitation will be from 3-8 pm Tuesday. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to, Wounded Warriors. Online Condolences may be shared with the family at, www.archlheadysouthernfh.com.