Dwight Samuel Sweatt Sr.

Dwight S. Sweatt, Sr. was born in Norfolk, Va. on June 23, 1957 to Floyd E. Sweatt Sr. and Audrey C. Sweatt. Dwight attended Norfolk Public Schools, graduating from Norview High School, Class of 1976, where he was a scholar and 'excelled' in all athletic realms. Upon graduation, he was heavily recruited by many prestigious universities. He selected Norfolk State University and that marked the acceleration of his career, both professionally and athletically. While attending NSU, Dwight was a shining star within the Athletic Department. He set many records while on the football team and was the epidemy of athleticism. Throughout his collegiate tenure, he developed many friendships that extended throughout his lifetime. Dwight's lifelong athletic aspirations became a reality after graduation when he was drafted by the NFL and selected by the Oakland Raiders. He was excited about the draft and his dream had come to fruition. Upon completion of his NFL career, he explored an avenue within the health arena, Physical Therapy. He used his passion for athletics to support others as they experienced physical challenges and encouraged them while undergoing therapy. He was employed as a Kinesiology Therapist for the Geriatric & Mental Health Departments. Dwight gave illness a tenacious fight and never once gave up! His captivating smile and energetic personality illuminated any space he entered. Dwight loved his family dearly and his children were the center of his joy! Dwight Sr. is preceded in death by his parents, Floyd & Audrey Sweatt and his brother Reginald W. Sweatt. He leaves to cherish his memory, his children, eldest to youngest, Latasha Jones, Ashley Jenkins (Gerod Jenkins), Dwight S. Sweatt, Jr., and Ariel Sweatt. He had an amazingly close relationship with his siblings, and his memory will forever live in their hearts, eldest to youngest, Audreynell Prunty (Keith Prunty); Acquanetta Deaton, and Floyd E. Sweatt, Jr. (Pauline Sweatt). Dwight also leaves to cherish his legacy, his grandchildren, MaKaila Jones, JaMaia Jones, and Joseph Jones. Lastly, he will forever be missed by his nephews, nieces, cousins, and a host of dear friends. On Saturday, July 27, 2024, Dwight S. Sweatt, Sr. transitioned to be with the Lord. We the family TRULY love Dwight, but God loves him best. "For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand. I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love His appearing." Il Timothy 4: 6-8

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Dwight Samuel Sweatt Sr.

June 23, 1957 - July 27, 2024