James Douglas Motte, age 80, of Bremen passed away Wednesday, March 22, 2023 at his residence. Visitation will begin at 6:00 PM Sunday, March 26, 2023 at Bell Sumiton Chapel. Bell Funeral Home Sumiton has been entrusted with the arrangements.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Talmadge and Louammer Motte; three brothers; two sisters; son, Dewayne Motte; daughter, Debra O'Bryant; grandson, Charles Madison; and son-in-law, Greg Payne.

He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Barbara Ann Motte; children, Jason Motte (Angela), Sheila Payne, Larry Tuggle (Kim) and Carla Faith Motte; sister, Zella Barnett (Wayne); and a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, other relatives and friends.