Shirley Middlebrooks

Shirley Middlebrooks of Oxford, passed away August 4, 2017, at 82 years of age. A lifelong resident of Newton County, Mrs. Middlebrooks worked at Porterdale Mills for 16 years and Sweetheart Plastics in Conyers for 25 years. When they were younger, she and her husband, Daniel, enjoyed riding in the car, setting out to destinations unknown. New Orleans, the mountains, and the beach were a few of their favorite places. Mrs. Middlebrooks spent her spare time crocheting and maintaining her flower garden. She was preceded in death by her parents, J.B. and Lois (Fincher) Patterson; and her brother, Jan Fincher Patterson.

Survivors include her loving husband of 64 years, Daniel Middlebrooks; daughter, Holly Hall; son and daughter-in-law, Danny Ray and Shenna Middlebrooks, all of Covington; grandchildren, Angela Stephenson, Nathan Glenn, Shellan Waters; six great-grandchildren; brother and sister-in-law, Charles and Peggy Patterson of Clearwater, FL; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Service for Mrs. Middlebrooks will be held Thursday, August 10, 2017, at 2:00 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Aaron Stephenson officiating. Friends may visit with her family, at the funeral home, one hour prior to the service, from 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the family to help with funeral expenses.