He was preceded in death by his father, Robert B. Middendorf, Sr.; and his mother, Inge, nee Ax, Marino.
Surviving are his wife of 46 years, Kathy Middendorf, whom he married on November 27, 1976; a son, Elijah Middendorf; two daughters, Barbara “Nikki” (Jason) Buck and Irene (Brian) Thurman; seven grandchildren, Karma, Cameron, Mason, Leland, Remington, Willow, and River; two great-grandchildren, Scarlett and Emerson; and two sisters, Michelle Marino and Jeannie Cook.
Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.rennerfh.com.
Private family services will be held.