Tom Middleton

Tom Middleton, 94, longtime Stratford area orchardist, passed away Sat., March 18, at Columbia Basin Hospital. He was born in Wilson Creek on Dec. 2, 1911 to Carl and Della Middleton.

Tom is survived by his wife of 67 years, Marie of Ephrata, daughter Barbra Cornwell of Soap Lake, son David Middleton and wife Billie Ann of Ephrata, five grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

A celebration of Tom's life will be held Saturday, March 25, at 4 p.m. in the United Methodist Church in Ephrata. If desired, memorials may be made to the United Methodist Church Memorial Fund or a charity of your choice.