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Mark Motley

December 22, 1965 ~ January 29, 2025

Born in: Gilmer, Texas
Resided in: Diana, Texas

Funeral services for Mr. Mark Motley, age 59, of Diana, Texas, will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, February 1, 2025, at First Methodist Church of Ore City. Burial will follow at Lakeview Memorial Gardens in Longview, under the direction of Reeder-Davis Funeral Home in Ore City.  There will be a time of visitation with family and friends from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Friday, January 31, 2025, at the funeral home.

Mark Motley, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away on January 29, 2025. He was born on December 22, 1965, in Gilmer, Texas, to Marion Troy Motley and Joy Lynn Motley.

A proud graduate of Texas A&M University, Mark was a devoted Aggie through and through. During his time in College Station, he had the honor of serving as quarterback for the Texas A&M football team, a role that solidified his lifelong love for sports. His passion for athletics began early—he was a key member of Ore City High School’s baseball team, which won the 1984 State Championship.

Mark’s career was as dynamic as his personality. He began as a teacher at Ore City ISD, where he made a lasting impact on his students. He later transitioned into a successful career as a landman and real estate professional, where his knowledge, dedication, and work ethic earned him great respect.

Above all, Mark cherished his family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Marion and Joy Lynn Motley. He is survived by his loving wife, Joan Motley; his daughter, Lyndsy Hendricks; his sister, Delia Crockett; his son, Patrick Peoples; and his biological children, Tyler Kirkindoll and Valley Havens.

Mark’s legacy is one of kindness, determination, and an unwavering love for his family, friends, and Texas A&M. He will be deeply missed but forever remembered by those whose lives he touched.

Services

Funeral Ceremony: February 1, 2025 11:00 am

First Methodist Church in Ore City
206 Althea St.
Ore City, Texas 75683


Visitation: January 31, 2025 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Reeder-Davis Funeral Home - Ore City
109 Highway 259
Ore City, Texas 75683

(903) 968-0539
https://www.reeder-davis.com/

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  1. Candle 2Mark, you will be missed by many. Danny and I will always remember all the fun times we all spend together. RIP, dear friend. Keep smiling in heaven.

  2. Candle 5I remember hearing my family talk about “Mark Motley” throughout my childhood… ❤️ And I finally had the pleasure of meeting you a few years back. Had some great conversations I will never forget. You will be missed dearly Mark.

  3. Candle 7I met Mark at A&M while on the football team. He was really coming on as QB until he was in the car accident. I’ve always wondered just how good he could have been. I am saddened to hear of his passing.

  4. Very sorry for your loss. I will always remember Mark as a very kind & giving person and a great teammate at Texas A&M. RIP.. He will be missed.

  5. Joan, sorry for your loss. Mark was my first cousin. He was a great athlete. My husband, Terry and I will miss him
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    Terry and Sharon Motley Davis.

  6. Candle 2Mark was such a nice guy and a great athlete. He made East Texas & Aggieland proud both on & off the field. Prayers for his family.


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