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Marilyn Hope Tallant Motts

January 14, 1952 - January 23, 2023
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Monday 1/30, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
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St. Mary's Catholic Church
111 Hampton Ave.
Greenville, SC 29601
Tuesday 1/31, 12:00 pm
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Greenville, SC 29601
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Marilyn Hope Motts, 71, wife of Leon T. Motts, passed onto her dearly beloved Lord and Savior on Monday January 23, 2023. Marilyn, oldest of six children, was born in Charleston, South Carolina to Arnold and Mary Tallant. She resided with her husband in Greenville, South Carolina. She goes ahead of her grieving family membersContinue Reading

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Nola Reed left a message on February 2, 2023:
Marilyn my love and sister in CHRIST; I'LL miss all our talks and always remember all the GREAT times we had together. You were always there for me and I for you; I met you when I was only 21 years old at a party at Rufus & Gail's apartment and be came friends! I'll never forget that day as long as I live. You were there for me when Keith was on a cruise on the USS AMERICA and I was pregnant with HOLLY your GOD CHILD who came 6 weeks to early. I remember all of our wonderful times we've had and they'll be in my heart forever! This so hard for me but we'll be together again in a much better place!!! I'll always love you and you'll always. be in my heart!
Odette left a message on January 30, 2023:
Mrs. Tallant, Leon, Jessica, Tate and family - My heart goes out to you. Please know that you are in my thoughts. Don't let go of your precious memories of Marilyn. May they get you through this difficult time.
Corie left a message on January 30, 2023:
I pray the love of God enfolds you during your journey through grief and am so sorry for your loss.
The Sunny Sentiments Bouquet was purchased for the family of Marilyn Motts by Corie. Send Flowers
Michael McCarter left a message on January 29, 2023:
My thoughts and prayers are with you Leon and the family. So saddened to see this. Many fond memories of working with Marilyn at the nursery with her love of plants.
Audrey Bettis left a message on January 29, 2023:
She has been a friend for a very long time and I will miss her visits and her calls. I will definitely miss calling her. Sometimes it was a surprise that she would just show up. I will miss shopping and having lunch with her. She talked a lot about Leon planting flowers and how much he enjoyed being in the yard. She loved her family and talked to me a lot about them. Audrey Bettis
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Dennis Tate left a message on January 27, 2023:
To Leon and Family, Pam and I extend our sincere condolences. We hope you find comfort through faith in these difficult times.
Tracy and Tamara Rhodes left a message on January 26, 2023:
Sending you hugs and our deepest sympathy.
Whispering Love Arrangement was purchased for the family of Marilyn Motts by Tracy and Tamara Rhodes. Send Flowers
A tree was also planted in memory of Marilyn Motts
Julia Moss and Paul Laico left a message on January 26, 2023:
With love and sympathy.
Vibrant Sympathy Planter was purchased for the family of Marilyn Motts by Julia Moss and Paul Laico. Send Flowers
A tree was also planted in memory of Marilyn Motts
Julia Moss left a message on January 26, 2023:
I love and will miss you terribly. You will always hold a piece of my heart.
Teresa Foster left a message on January 26, 2023:
Leon, Marilyn was a very good friend to my Mother, Audrey Bettis, and my family. She was always interested in things that I did and things my children and grandchildren did. Mother will miss her calls and may probably call her one night by mistake forgetting the sad news. i remember deliverig flowers to Marilyn pretending I was the delivery person. She wasn't going to see me and I gave the flowers to you to give to her. I think she may have been sick or it was her birthday. May God's peace find you and bring you and your family comfort.
Lauri Tallant left a message on January 26, 2023:
My heart is overwhelmed with sadness at the loss of such a beautiful soul. Marilyn you were a true angel who loved The Lord with all your heart. Whenever we spoke, I felt your love for God…you always expressed how grateful you were for the many blessings he had given you. I was amazed at the wonderful sense of humor you kept through your challenges. Your love, kindness and generosity were beyond measure. I am so very blessed and grateful that you made me feel so loved and welcome in the family. Thou my heart is filled with immense sadness; I am forever grateful for time that I did have with you, and will cherish the wonderful memories. I do take great comfort with the knowledge that you are safe in God’s loving arms. “Yes, Dear God you’ve taken home one as beautiful as she, but safe she is with you my Lord, behold our hearts can see.”
Elzie Tate left a message on January 26, 2023:
Leon, So sorry to hear about Marilyn. All of us from the farm have our thoughts with you. Elzie
Martha Jennings left a message on January 26, 2023:
Marilyn, meeting you about 48 years ago, was life changing for me! You became the best friend I could ever imagine! Your prayers, phone calls, compassionate words, got me through many trials in my life! I already miss you so much!! Leon, Jessica,Tate, Mrs Tallant, and the rest of her wonderful family, please consider me your prayer warrior, cause I feel that is what sweet Marilyn would want me to be. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers!!— I will never find another friend like Marilyn! I know her rewards in heaven are many!!— Enjoy heaven, Marilyn!! You are loved by many people!!! Your forever friend, Martha
Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes left a message:
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