John Middleton

John Middleton obituary, Smith, KY

John Middleton

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John Middleton Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Pennington Gap Funeral Home (formerly Province Funeral Home) on Mar. 16, 2026.
John Wayne Middleton, 77, of Smith, KY went to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 15, 2026 in Hazard, Kentucky.

John was born on December 25, 1948 to the late John and Joyce Middleton.

He is survived by his 3 children.

A graveside service will be held on Friday, March 20, 2026, at 1:00 pm at Middleton Cemetery in Smith, Kentucky. Family and friends are asked to meet at the cemetery by 12:45 pm.

John Wayne Middleton and his family are in the care of Pennington Gap Funeral Home.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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Upcoming Events

Mar

20

Graveside service

1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Middleton Cemetery

111 June Drive Spur, Smith, KY 40831-5001

Send FlowersBook nearby hotels

Only 3 days left for delivery to next service.