Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Correctional Officer III Jovian Motley

Texas Department of Criminal Justice - Correctional Institutions Division, Texas

End of Watch Monday, November 13, 2023

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Reflections for Correctional Officer III Jovian Motley

Rest Easy Brother. We Will Hold The Line From Here.

Correctional Officer Junior Mendoza
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation

November 15, 2023

Your life and years of service was cut short but your legacy will live forever. Rest easy brother, we'll take it from here.

James McGuire EO3/ Truck driver
Texas department of criminal Justice

November 15, 2023

Your life and years of service was cut short but your legacy will live forever. Rest easy brother, we'll take it from here.

James McGuire EQ3/ Truck driver
Texas department of criminal Justice

November 15, 2023

Rest in peace Correctional Officer Motley.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 15, 2023

In reflecting upon the tragic loss of Correctional Officer Jovian Motley in the line of duty, it is impossible not to be deeply moved by the sacrifice he made while serving the state of Texas. Officer Motley's dedication to his duty and the ultimate price he paid underscore the selflessness and courage required of those who choose a career in corrections.

Officer Motley's commitment to public service and his role in maintaining the safety and security of his community deserve recognition and respect. The corrections profession demands individuals with strength, resilience, and unwavering dedication, and Officer Motley embodied these qualities throughout his service. His willingness to put himself in harm's way for the greater good exemplifies the highest ideals of public service.

While it is heartbreaking to acknowledge the loss of Officer Motley, it is essential to ensure that his sacrifice is not in vain. His memory will forever be etched in the annals of Texan corrections, a poignant reminder of the challenges faced by those who safeguard our communities behind prison walls. His bravery will serve as an enduring inspiration for current and future corrections officers, emphasizing the importance of their role in upholding justice and order.

In remembering Officer Motley, it is crucial for the community to come together to support his family, friends, and colleagues. Their grief is immeasurable, and the community's solidarity can provide solace and strength during this difficult time. As we mourn the loss of a dedicated public servant, we must also celebrate his life and honor his memory by continuing to uphold the values and principles that guided Officer Motley throughout his career.

In the face of tragedy, we must strive to build a legacy that honors Officer Motley's bravery and commitment to duty. This involves ongoing efforts to improve the safety and working conditions for corrections officers, ensuring that they receive the support and resources necessary to carry out their responsibilities. By recognizing the challenges faced by those in the corrections profession and actively working to address them, we can pay tribute to Officer Motley's sacrifice and prevent similar tragedies in the future.

Correctional Officer Jovian Motley's memory will endure as a symbol of bravery and honor in the face of adversity. His legacy serves as a reminder that the sacrifices made by those in the line of duty should never be forgotten, and his spirit will continue to inspire those who follow in his footsteps. In honoring Officer Motley, we strengthen our collective commitment to building a safer and more just society.

Michael Bomar

November 15, 2023

Godspeed My Brother- Rest in Peace

SGT. Donald Harvey retired
Maricopa County Sheriffs Office - Arizona

November 15, 2023

RP Correctional Officer Motley. Thank you for your service to the state of Texas

Lieutenant Darren Weisse
Tufts University Police
Boston, Ma. 02120

November 15, 2023

Rest in Peace Correctional Officer Motley. Thank you for your service. My thoughts and prayers are with the Motley Family and the Texas Department of Criminal Justice-Correctional Division.

Cpl. Gary Hughes (Retired)
Passaic County Sheriff's Office New Jersey

November 15, 2023

RIP Hero. May you forever spend your eternal life with our dear Lord in heaven. My thoughts and prayers are with all your loved ones. Our country is now a little less safe without you. Thank you for your service.

HEROES NEVER DIE....

Sergeant Mitchell G. Cheselka (Retired)
Orange County Sheriff, California
Polk County Sheriff, Oregon

November 15, 2023

Thank you for your service Officer Motley. Rest in peace.

Sgt Wm C Elliott (retired)
Campbell County Sheriff's Office VA

November 15, 2023

God rest his soul.

Sgt. Robert A. Henne
Jersey City PD/Ret.

November 15, 2023

Rest In Peace! Thank You For Your Service!

Pedro Rodriguez; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvani
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

November 15, 2023

Rest In Peace My Brother In Grey

C.O.5 Roderick Richardson
Texas Department of Criminal Justice

November 15, 2023

Rest in peace brother, we have the watch from here.

Corrections Deputy Sheriff M Dixon
Ottawa County Sheriff’s Office

November 15, 2023

Rest in peace brother

Reserve Officer Steve Durfee
Retired

November 15, 2023

Rest in peace brother. We have the watch from here. Thoughts and prayers for you, your family and your department.

Officer Tommy Thomason
Oklahoma National Memorial Museum Security

November 15, 2023

So sad to see this, Thank you for your service Jovian. Prayers to both your family at home and your fellow Corrections Officers. Rest In Peace Sir

KAREN P
sister of fallen LEO Gary D. Pagano

November 15, 2023

God bless you Jovian Motley. Thank you for protecting your community and defending us from evil. I hope to shake your hand and salute your bravery in Heaven one day. Much peace, honor and empathy for your mother and father.

Grateful citizen Ryan P.

November 15, 2023

Rest in Peace!

Ptl B L Waltz (Ret)
Avon Lake PD OH

November 15, 2023

God bless you Officer Jovian Motley, for your service and sacrifice. Thoughts and prayers go out to your family and friends, and to your brothers and sisters from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, Institutional Division. Rest in Peace Brother.

Officer Jim Drabos (Retired)
San Gabriel (CA) Police Department

November 15, 2023

R I P Brother

Herbie Buck Ret. Officer
NYSDOCS

November 15, 2023

Hero never forgotten. Prayers to family blood and blue.

BLR
Retired Texas dispatcher

November 15, 2023

may HIS light shine perpetual upon his face

Chief Jim Allen (ret.)
Mobile County Child Support Enforcement

November 15, 2023

"Eternal rest grant unto him O Lord, and perpetual light shine upon him."

Bishop Edward Skiba
Stuart, Florida Police Chaplain

November 15, 2023

Officer Motley, I never knew you, yet you were a bother correctional officer and those bonds surpass both time and space. I offer my heartfelt condolences to all his brothers and sisters in correctional law enforcement. May you all remember his courage, honor and sacrifice. May he rest in peace...

Sergeant Russell Hamilton
CDCR Retired
Founder, Keepers of Kaos FB

November 15, 2023

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