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Steven Motley Obituary

Steven Ray Motley, Sr.

July 6, 1942 - January 12, 2021

Steven Ray Motley, Sr. died peacefully in his home at the age of 78 with his wife and dog (Mo) by his side on January 12th, 2021. Steven was born in Davenport, Iowa and raised a family in LeClaire, Iowa. Steven was a Navy veteran, avid camper and loved being around family. Steven belonged to Local 25 Plumbers and Pipefitters, he retired from NorthWest Mechanical in 2000 and moved to Florida with his wife and became snow birds. Steven was preceded in death by his sister, Sandy Wooldridge, and mother, Margaret Motley. He is survived by his wife, Candice Motley, his children Brock Motley, Chris Motley, Steven Motley, Jr., Brad Motley, and Shannon Musgrove and seven grandchildren.

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Published by Quad-City Times on Jan. 16, 2021.

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Amy Morfey Johnston

January 18, 2021

My condolences to you and your family. I certainly loved Steve. He was a wonderful man and I know how much you loved him too! We had some great memories from Seven Eagles.

Sheri (Wilson) Stevens

January 18, 2021

Heard about Steve's passing from a family friend in Davenport. Our families were neighbors in Davenport, Iowa - Warren and Shirley Wilson, Sue (Wilson) Canen & Sheri (Wilson) Stevens. Our mother kept in touch with the Motley's until a Christmas card was returned in 2008. Lifelong friends is how I would consider this family to ours. He was always so fun to be around. This picture of him just brought back many childhood memories. Both our parents have passed also so we understand the pain the kids are going through. Candi, just sent you a friend request on Facebook so we can stay in touch. Prayers to you and your family! Sheri Stevens & Sue Canen

Randy and Debbie Owens

January 18, 2021

Sorry for your loss had some times threw my apprenticeship he will be well missed

Mark Brown

January 17, 2021

Steve was liked by alot of people. Always sharing his knowledge with plumbing when someone had a question. RIP

Greg Motley

January 17, 2021

Rest In peace brother. You will truly be missed. Say hello to mom for me. Love ya

Pat and Dottie Condon

January 17, 2021

Candy, we are so sorry to hear this. He was one Beautiful person, was there to help anybody. You are in our prayers.

Wendy henzen

January 16, 2021

Candy, so sorry to hear about Steve, I had just been wondering about you guys and if you were still in Florida.... since I retired I don´t have access to phone numbers etc.... should have made a printout of contact info....I always enjoyed visiting with you both.... must have been because I was raised by a plumber...we just bought a snowbird place in citrus springs Fl.... enough winters for us....hugs to you and your family.... my email is [email protected] if you ever want to visit!

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