Samuel Callis, Jr.

SAMUEL LEE CALLIS JR, "Sam", 46, of Indianapolis, Indiana, formally of Richmond, VA departed this life on June 13th, 2016. Sam was preceded in death by his loving father, Henry "Sonny" Johnson, and a brother Ron Johnson. He leaves to cherish his memory, a loving mother, Barbara "BJ" Johnson; biological father, Samuel Callis, Sr.; a devoted fiance', Tasha Highbaugh; four children, Sharabia Jones, Darrian Reed, Amari Brooks, and Naomi Callis; one grandson, Robert Caffery, II; a devoted sister, Reverend Melissa Callis Wright (Tim); two brothers, Henry S. Johnson, Jr. (Sonia) and Corenzo Callis (Mary); a devoted grandmother, Mary "Nute" Callis; a devoted mother-in-law to be, Victoria Fain; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and several devoted friends.

Sam was born February 25, 1970 on the Fort Hood, Texas army base. After his parents settled in Richmond, VA, Sam grew up on the Southside and graduated Richmond Public Schools. Sam had an outgoing personality and everyone that knew Sam was considered a friend. He was the kind of person whose smile could light up a room. Sam accepted the Lord in 1989 and completed The Good News Mission Bible Course for Discipleship to learn his purpose in life. Even in the midst of Sam's trials and tribulations, his laughter would turn a frown into a smile. Sam loved the excitement of family gatherings and good home cooked food. His desire was to be happy, loved, and make his family proud. Though he is present with the father, he will forever remain in our hearts. Rest in Jesus Sam "Jr", We love you, but God loves you best.

A public viewing will be held Monday, June 20, 2016 from 9 am to 8 pm and Tuesday, June 21, 2016 from 12 pm - 1 pm at Mimms Funeral Home Chapel, 1827 Hull Street, Richmond, VA 23224. A Homegoing Celebration will follow viewing at 1 pm. Interment at Maury Cemetery. Repass will be held at Union Baptist Church, 1813 Everett Street, Richmond, VA.