Eddy Gay Middleton, a native of Beaumont and longtime resident of Vidor, passed away surrounded by family on Thursday, December 12th, 2024 at the age of 84. Eddy retired after 35 dedicated years as a senior crane operator at Bethlehem Steel. Eddy was a man of many talents and passions. He loved fishing, squirrel hunting, and spending time outdoors. Known for his skillful hands, he enjoyed tinkering with vehicles, fixing anything he could get his hands on, and working on carpentry projects. In the 1960s, Eddy worked with a hurricane disaster team in Mississippi, rebuilding homes for families affected by the storm—a testament to his generous and selfless spirit. Eddy is survived by his beloved wife of 48 years, Bonnie Middleton of Texas City, TX; his children: Rebecca Middleton Johnson of Vidor, TX, Nicole McCollister of Livingston, LA, and Torie Ford of Beaumont, TX; 5 grandchildren; and seven cherished great-grandchildren