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James Middleton Obituary

James Middleton James Allen "Derby AL" Middleton, 65, of Sauget, Illinois, formerly of Cahokia, llinois., born December 26, 1953 in Sikeston, Missouri; passed away on Thursday, September 19, 2019 at St. Clare Hospital in Fenton, Missouri.. Derby Al was employed by IDOT of Illinois; he was the owner/operator of the former Derby Al's Restaurant in Cahokia, IL. He was a U.S. Navy veteran and was a member of the Motorhead Motorcycle Club of Illinois. He was preceded in death by his father, James Alton Middleton. Surviving are his mother, Venita (Cliff) Middleton-Hults of Cahokia, IL.; a sister, Terrie (David) Lewis of O'Fallon, MO.; a nephew, Andy Lemons; a niece, Kim Hedges; a great nephew, Liam Lemons; two great nieces, Kailynn Hedges, Isabella Prakit ; and many friends. Condolences may be expressed online at braunfh.com. Service: Gathering of Family and Friends will be held from 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 21, 2019 at Braun Colonial Funeral Home Cahokia, Illinois, followed immediately by a funeral service at 12:00 noon at the funeral home, with Tim Ruiz officiating. In following his wishes a private cremation was to take place.

Published by Belleville News-Democrat on Sep. 20, 2019.
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I was his teenage sweetheart and long time friend.

Rest in peace and God bless!

Judy Sherrod

September 23, 2019

Rodney Lynch

September 21, 2019

I've knows Allen since high school and know he's at peace now. Sending prayers for his family and friends.

Michele Woodside-Fink

September 20, 2019

Best bluecheese burger I ever had at Derby Al's Diner. I will always remember how crazy you were!! Rest in peace buddy!!

Terri Lynch

September 20, 2019

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3701 Falling Springs Road, Cahokia, IL 62206

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