Drexel Ricardo Moxey's Obituary
June 24, 1961 was indeed a momentous time heralding the birth of Drexel Ricardo into the union of Levonne and Juanita Moxey (nee Sweeting). He brought much joy to his parents, siblings and extended family, being the third son and 7th child of the household.
Drexel grew up in a home that was always bustling and with six others he learnt quickly and was nurtured by everyone. Our grandmother, the late Gertrude Sweeting, was adamant that she would care for him when our mother returned to work after maternity leave. During the weekdays Drexel was mama’s “Heart String” and she lavished him with love and bestowed the endearing name of “DECK” upon him. During these formative years with “mama”, it seems that he adapted the characteristics and mirrored the personality of our deceased Uncle James Ricardinal Sweeting with whom he interacted regularly. Always soft spoken, passionate and humble, he exuded a calm spirit and was a “gentleman” in deportment and relationship with others. His choice of words and the sharing of his thoughts were measured and insightful with his facility of the language effortless and admirable.
After graduating from St, Anne’s High school in 1979, his ambition was to continue his studies as he wanted to be a pilot. He later changed course and obtained a degree in Information Technology. While in college he was so proficient that the professors allowed him to deliver to his peers. His career path led him into employment with Miami-Dade County School Board, a job he thoroughly enjoyed. For many years Drexel volunteered his time, talents and treasures to Boy Scouts of America Pack 683 and Troop 683 as a Troop Leader. Even though he had relocated to Florida for almost 40 years, home was always near and dear to him. He maintained close contact with his peers from high school and his family members right up to the end.
Most recently, Drexel was an active participant on the family chat, sharing thought provoking and informative articles and commentary. The essence of this man shone brightly during the last six to eight weeks as he became more communicative and expressed himself with clarity and calm determination. His tone suggested that he indeed experienced an encounter with our God, our higher power. He was looking forward to an invigorating perspective to life. In one of his last post to the family his focus was THE NEW ME “FORWARD, POSITIVE and BALANCE” and “WWMD”. He explained that when faced with any decision or dilemma these mantras will bring him back into focus and to consider WHAT WOULD MOMMY DO? (WWMD). This speaks to the extent to which he honored his mother’s wisdom and sound judgement.
Drexel spoke to all of us in some way before his death. His eldest nephew, to whom he was especially close, Jervaisian had tried for about a week to contact him and when they finally spoke it was like old times. They reminisced on all the good times and memories that each assumed were long forgotten. This was comforting as it provided some acceptance and closure. We all thought he was well on his way and looked forward to spending more time together. It was particularly heart wrenching to realize that he is GONE.
His participation in the Zoom annual family gathering on January 1st and his sudden demise nine days later speaks to the brevity of life and the need to ensure our preparation for the hereafter. His legacy has taught us all the value in living a quiet, unencumbered, peaceful and reserved life. Perhaps Drexel’s mission in this life was simply to teach all of us how to live a quiet, peaceable, reserved life, as espoused by the bible.
In one of his last communications to the family, he assured us that all was well with him and he ended by saying: “I WISH YOU ALL A GOOD NIGHT AND ALL GOOD DAYS AHEAD”. He actually said goodbye with those words! MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE AND RISE IN GLORY!!
He will be lovingly remembered by his son La Varius Hudson, father Levonne Moxey (pre-deceased by his mother Juanita Sweeting-Moxey) Siblings Colleen Nottage, Cyprianna Joyann Stuart, Daile Wainwright (Devon), L. Edgar Moxey (Remelda), Calvin Moxey, Marva Patton (Rev Gladstone Patton) Dominique Corey Moxey of Washington D C, Magnolia, Karen, Arnette and Iva Moxey, Brenda Knowles, Yvonne Taylor, and Staria Ortiz, Dwayne, Victor (Sonny), Maverick, Andre, Charles and Ricardo Moxey. His adopted sons Shanavian Smith and Corey Hodge. Many nieces and nephews including, Theodore 11 (Felicia} Theorelle and Theominique Nottage, Jervaisian, Gregory Jr. (Sharda) and Chantalle (Precious) Stuart, Devorelle and Devon Jr. Wainwright, Le Juan Moxey, Jermon (Kandeia), Blondisha and Calvin Moxey Jr, Gladstone 3rd (Donette), Marvardo, Glateisha and Markahl Patton, Juanita Patton-Baptiste (Reginald), Dominique Moxey Jr., Starniecia Dean, Co-Shanna and Shanka Moxey. Many grand nieces and nephews. Aunts and Uncles Paula Sweeting, Beverly Farquharson (Rev Cedric Farquharson), Andrea Sweeting, Elaine Major, and Gloria Knowles (Leonard). Other relatives and friends including La Verne Hudson, Jason, Jerome, Sandra, Natasha, Moira, Yvette, Mickelle and Charles Jr. Sweeting, Frank Troy, Theodore, Feleipe, Suzette, Sean, Sheldon, Shelley and Wanda Sweeting, D’Andrea Cary, Cedric Farquharson. Driskell Rolle, Florinda Pintard, Cynthia Hall, Ronald Major, Mildred Pickstock, Sandra Williams, Patricia Bethel, Loretta Parris, Beverly Gibson, Edward Knowles, Linda Malcolm, Angela Jones, Lorna Munroe, Alma Griffin, Dennis, Lester, John and Edward Taylor, Lionel Butler, Janith Mullings, Marina McClain, Ernestine Stubbs, Virginia Agnes, Constance Evans, Selena Mack, Donna, Ricardo, Anthony, Kevin, Hemish, Veronique, Clarence, Katherina and Fenette Moxey, the families of the late Elizabeth Smith, the late James Edward Lane of New York, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Hudson, Georgie Andrews, The Management and Staff of Kinder Care Services, Cindy Joseph and Ramona Taylor-Neloms. 1979 Graduating Class of St. Anne’s School, Our Lady’s Catholic Church Family, the Nottages, Simmons, Minus, Gardiners and McQueen families of Palm Avenue.
Viewneral® Homegoing Service via Zoom will be held on Friday Jan 22, 2021 at 11:00 AM
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Those wishing to pay tribute may visit www.levitt-weinstein.com/obituaries
Arrangements by Levitt-Weinstein Blasberg-Rubin-Zilbert Memorial Chapel, 18840 West Dixie Highway, North Miami Beach (305) 932-2700
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