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Mohamad Reza EtemadiMarch 21, 1946 – October 2, 2025Mohamad Reza Etemadi, “Mo”, 79, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Montgomery, Texas, on October 2, 2025.Born in Isfahan, Iran, on March 21, 1946, Mo lived a remarkable life defined by curiosity, hard work, and quiet determination. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Geology from Lamar State College of Technology (now Lamar University), continued his studies earning a Master of Science focused in Applied Geophysics from the University of Birmingham in England, and went on to receive a certification in Oil & Gas Management and was the recipient of the Association of Petroleum Geologists Certification of Award: a degree in Masters of Bent and Broken Rocks in Oklahoma. He was also honored as an honorary crew member of the DIGICON Explorer and was a proud 35-year member of the American Association of Petroleum Geologists (AAPG).Throughout his long and successful career, Mo worked for industry giants including National Iranian Oil Company, ConocoPhillips, BHP, UNOCAL, and Repsol, among others. He also served with the U.S. Department of the Interior’s Minerals Management Service, where he helped oversee the management of federal offshore oil, gas, and other mineral resources on the Outer Continental Shelf. He made a lasting mark in his field, having discovered oil three times—a rare and celebrated achievement. He was a dedicated professional who genuinely loved his work and the science behind it.Mo's passions extended beyond geology. Later in life, he found great joy in gardening, cultivating vegetables that friends and family swore were the most delicious they'd ever tasted. Never one to sit still, he enjoyed boating, working in the yard, and staying active in every way possible. His energy, focus, and unwavering work ethic were an inspiration to everyone who knew him.Mo was known for his quiet wisdom and gentle demeanor. He carried with him a deep cultural heritage and a global perspective shaped by his life experiences across Iran, the United Kingdom, the United States and several other countries. He was preceded in death by his parents Hossein Etemadi and Agdas Zayendarodi; brothers-in-law, Aziz Mantashi and Gary Jones; sister-in-law, Katie Jones; and nephew, Omid Mantashi. He is survived by his beloved wife, Theresa Hill; his sons, Shane Etemadi and Sherven Etemadi; and his grandchildren, Caleb Etemadi and Cadee Etemadi. He is also survived by his loving sisters, Parvaneh Etemadi and Freshteh Etemadi; cousin, Ezzat Mirahsani; sister-in-law, Mary Scurlock; nieces, Sholeh Mantashi, Parastoo Mantashi, Afshin Dadforouz, Afsoon Dadforouz, Debbie Jones, and Allison Lackey; nephew, Gary Jones; and longtime friends PD and Donna Tolar, and Nick Gianakis—who held a special place in his heart.Mo will be remembered for his gentle spirit, sharp mind, tireless dedication, and deep love for his family. His memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.A private Celebration of Life will be held by the family to honor his life.In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Mo’s memory to a charity of your choice or an organization supporting geological sciences or community gardening.

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