Edwin P Moody

Edwin Phillip Moody, son of the late Edward Grant Moody and Elnora Evans Moody was born on August 7, 1963 in Baltimore, Maryland. On December 13, 2024, God saw fit to call Phillip home and grant him his Heavenly wings.

Phillip, affectionately known as “Phil” or “Mood O” grew up in the Coldstream, Homestead and Montebello communities. Growing up Phillip had an affection and passion for playing with trucks, football and baseball.

Phillip accepted Christ at an early age. He was a member of Homestead United Methodist Church, United Baptist Church and lastly Union Baptist Church.

Phillip attended Mergenthaler (Mervo) High School and graduated in 1981. While attending Mervo, Phillip pursued his love for trucks and studied auto mechanics. After graduation, Phillip decided to join the United States Army. His dedication to his country was unwavering as he proudly served in the U.S. Army from 1981-1984 earning various commendations. Phillip’s service was not just a duty but a testament to his dedication and patriotism as well as a source of pride and respect for all who knew him.

Phillip married Tamara Boyd and out of this union two children were born; Shawn Phillip Moody and Jeanne Nellie-Nakia Moody. In 2014, he married Patricia Ann Brice and became Bonus Dad to Tiffany S. Mcknight and Poppy to Tomez Williams and Mackenzie Mcknight.

Phillip began his career in the trucking industry being employed at various businesses such as B.L. Green, National Freight, New England Motor Freight, Cowan, Day and Ross and Giant in Jessup. Also, he was self-employed as the owner operator of his own truck. Phillip found joy in the freedom of driving the open road and his love for travel was fueled by his adventurous spirit. Phillip was part of a group called “The Band”, a group of truck drivers and friends that took fishing trips together. The Band spoke with each other everyday on the road taking care of one another.

Phillip’s passions included family, fishing, grilling, football (big Eagles fan) and being on the road. Phillip’s love for his family was a guiding light in his life and his warm and affectionate spirit will always be remembered. Phillip’s zest for living and his adventurous spirit inspired all who knew him.

Phillip was preceded in death by his parents, Edward G. and Elnora Moody; step brother Edward Harris; grandson Shawn Phillip Moody Jr. and nephew Garcia Moody.

Phillip leaves to cherish his memories are his loving and devoted wife Patricia Brice Moody; two children Shawn Moody (Donna) and Jeanne Moody; brother Glen Moody; granddaughter Sha’miya Moody; step-daughter Tiffany McKnight; step-grandchildren Tomez Williams and Mackenzie McKnight; brother-in-law Theodore Brice Sr. (Arlene); two special nieces, Yolanda Moody and Tonya Toney (Marshall) and a host of other nieces, nephews, family and friends.