Beth spent a great portion of her life researching the Middleton family, and the results of her efforts culminated in the wonderful book THE MIDDLETON FAMILY (INCLUDING MYDDELTON AND MYDDLETON): Records from Wales, England, Barbados, and the Southern United States. 1972
In her own words:
"My years of work on this family history leave me convinced that the Middleton name is not only an ancient but honorable name. From the beginning this family has produced many notable doctors, lawyers, ministers, statesmen and scholars. I, like everyone with Middleton connections, thrill to the achievements of those who helped shape history such as the first Sir Hugh Middleton and his remarkable accomplishments in the seventeenth century, the Honorable Aurthur Middleton who signed the Declaration of Independence, and today's Admiral Roderick O. Middleton who commanded the USS Noah which retrieved the Friendship 7 capsule and Colonel John Glenn after the first orbital flight around the world. But my admiration extends, perhaps even more deeply, to those countless pioneer Middletons who struggled against overwhelming obstacles to clear a wilderness, create homes, build churches, raise crops, and rear children, and who in spite of all the odds, managed to instill in those children a pride in family, love of country, and reverence for God."
Thanks for all the hard work Beth. We'll try to take it from here!
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OBITUARY - Ina Elizabeth Bland
Ina Elizabeth Bland Engel, 88, of St. Simons Island, GA, died Monday December 1, 2009 at Gracemore Nursing Home in Brunswick. A graveside service will be held 11:00 AM Friday, December 4, 2009 at Middleton Memorial Cemetery in Ludowici, GA with Rev. Bert Cramer officiating. Honorary pallbearers will be Duane Davis, Jr., Randy Watson, Dustin Watson, Lance Watson, James R. Bland Sr. and Jerome Davis.
Born November 23, 1921 in Glynn County to the late James R. Bland Sr. and Ina Middleton Bland she was a homemaker raising two daughters. Mrs. Engel was also the author of four books and an artist. She was a member of St. Simons United Methodist Church and was formerly active in the arts organizations of Glynn County. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a sister, Jean Davis and a brother Butch Bland.
Survivors include two daughters, Ina J. Engel of St. Simons Island, Debbie E. Watson and husband Randy of Brunswick, a brother, James R. Bland Jr., of Jesup, several nephews and nieces.
Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice. Edo Miller and Sons Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. www.edomillerandsons.com
In her own words:
"My years of work on this family history leave me convinced that the Middleton name is not only an ancient but honorable name. From the beginning this family has produced many notable doctors, lawyers, ministers, statesmen and scholars. I, like everyone with Middleton connections, thrill to the achievements of those who helped shape history such as the first Sir Hugh Middleton and his remarkable accomplishments in the seventeenth century, the Honorable Aurthur Middleton who signed the Declaration of Independence, and today's Admiral Roderick O. Middleton who commanded the USS Noah which retrieved the Friendship 7 capsule and Colonel John Glenn after the first orbital flight around the world. But my admiration extends, perhaps even more deeply, to those countless pioneer Middletons who struggled against overwhelming obstacles to clear a wilderness, create homes, build churches, raise crops, and rear children, and who in spite of all the odds, managed to instill in those children a pride in family, love of country, and reverence for God."
Thanks for all the hard work Beth. We'll try to take it from here!
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OBITUARY - Ina Elizabeth Bland
Ina Elizabeth Bland Engel, 88, of St. Simons Island, GA, died Monday December 1, 2009 at Gracemore Nursing Home in Brunswick. A graveside service will be held 11:00 AM Friday, December 4, 2009 at Middleton Memorial Cemetery in Ludowici, GA with Rev. Bert Cramer officiating. Honorary pallbearers will be Duane Davis, Jr., Randy Watson, Dustin Watson, Lance Watson, James R. Bland Sr. and Jerome Davis.
Born November 23, 1921 in Glynn County to the late James R. Bland Sr. and Ina Middleton Bland she was a homemaker raising two daughters. Mrs. Engel was also the author of four books and an artist. She was a member of St. Simons United Methodist Church and was formerly active in the arts organizations of Glynn County. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a sister, Jean Davis and a brother Butch Bland.
Survivors include two daughters, Ina J. Engel of St. Simons Island, Debbie E. Watson and husband Randy of Brunswick, a brother, James R. Bland Jr., of Jesup, several nephews and nieces.
Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice. Edo Miller and Sons Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. www.edomillerandsons.com
Beth spent a great portion of her life researching the Middleton family, and the results of her efforts culminated in the wonderful book THE MIDDLETON FAMILY (INCLUDING MYDDELTON AND MYDDLETON): Records from Wales, England, Barbados, and the Southern United States. 1972
In her own words:
"My years of work on this family history leave me convinced that the Middleton name is not only an ancient but honorable name. From the beginning this family has produced many notable doctors, lawyers, ministers, statesmen and scholars. I, like everyone with Middleton connections, thrill to the achievements of those who helped shape history such as the first Sir Hugh Middleton and his remarkable accomplishments in the seventeenth century, the Honorable Aurthur Middleton who signed the Declaration of Independence, and today's Admiral Roderick O. Middleton who commanded the USS Noah which retrieved the Friendship 7 capsule and Colonel John Glenn after the first orbital flight around the world. But my admiration extends, perhaps even more deeply, to those countless pioneer Middletons who struggled against overwhelming obstacles to clear a wilderness, create homes, build churches, raise crops, and rear children, and who in spite of all the odds, managed to instill in those children a pride in family, love of country, and reverence for God."
Thanks for all the hard work Beth. We'll try to take it from here!
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OBITUARY - Ina Elizabeth Bland
Ina Elizabeth Bland Engel, 88, of St. Simons Island, GA, died Monday December 1, 2009 at Gracemore Nursing Home in Brunswick. A graveside service will be held 11:00 AM Friday, December 4, 2009 at Middleton Memorial Cemetery in Ludowici, GA with Rev. Bert Cramer officiating. Honorary pallbearers will be Duane Davis, Jr., Randy Watson, Dustin Watson, Lance Watson, James R. Bland Sr. and Jerome Davis.
Born November 23, 1921 in Glynn County to the late James R. Bland Sr. and Ina Middleton Bland she was a homemaker raising two daughters. Mrs. Engel was also the author of four books and an artist. She was a member of St. Simons United Methodist Church and was formerly active in the arts organizations of Glynn County. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a sister, Jean Davis and a brother Butch Bland.
Survivors include two daughters, Ina J. Engel of St. Simons Island, Debbie E. Watson and husband Randy of Brunswick, a brother, James R. Bland Jr., of Jesup, several nephews and nieces.
Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice. Edo Miller and Sons Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. www.edomillerandsons.com
In her own words:
"My years of work on this family history leave me convinced that the Middleton name is not only an ancient but honorable name. From the beginning this family has produced many notable doctors, lawyers, ministers, statesmen and scholars. I, like everyone with Middleton connections, thrill to the achievements of those who helped shape history such as the first Sir Hugh Middleton and his remarkable accomplishments in the seventeenth century, the Honorable Aurthur Middleton who signed the Declaration of Independence, and today's Admiral Roderick O. Middleton who commanded the USS Noah which retrieved the Friendship 7 capsule and Colonel John Glenn after the first orbital flight around the world. But my admiration extends, perhaps even more deeply, to those countless pioneer Middletons who struggled against overwhelming obstacles to clear a wilderness, create homes, build churches, raise crops, and rear children, and who in spite of all the odds, managed to instill in those children a pride in family, love of country, and reverence for God."
Thanks for all the hard work Beth. We'll try to take it from here!
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OBITUARY - Ina Elizabeth Bland
Ina Elizabeth Bland Engel, 88, of St. Simons Island, GA, died Monday December 1, 2009 at Gracemore Nursing Home in Brunswick. A graveside service will be held 11:00 AM Friday, December 4, 2009 at Middleton Memorial Cemetery in Ludowici, GA with Rev. Bert Cramer officiating. Honorary pallbearers will be Duane Davis, Jr., Randy Watson, Dustin Watson, Lance Watson, James R. Bland Sr. and Jerome Davis.
Born November 23, 1921 in Glynn County to the late James R. Bland Sr. and Ina Middleton Bland she was a homemaker raising two daughters. Mrs. Engel was also the author of four books and an artist. She was a member of St. Simons United Methodist Church and was formerly active in the arts organizations of Glynn County. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a sister, Jean Davis and a brother Butch Bland.
Survivors include two daughters, Ina J. Engel of St. Simons Island, Debbie E. Watson and husband Randy of Brunswick, a brother, James R. Bland Jr., of Jesup, several nephews and nieces.
Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice. Edo Miller and Sons Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. www.edomillerandsons.com
