Mr. Kenneth Wayne Callis, Jr.

March 22, 1995 - December 2, 2020

Kenneth Wayne Callis Jr. (aka KC) was born on March 22, 1995, to Sharon D. Mizell and the late Kenneth Wayne Callis, Sr. at Riverside Hospital in Newport News, Virginia. He attended both Hampton and Newport News Public School Systems, earning his GED. Kenneth resided in Newport News until the Lord called him home to be with Him on Wednesday, December 2, 2020, at The Gardens of Warwick Forest. Kenneth spent his early years as a vibrant, energetic, and loving child who greeted everyone with a contagious smile. All who met him were left with unforgettable memories. After receiving his GED, Kenneth had plans to do great things, but many of his goals were compromised due to an injury. Despite his disability, however, KC continued to work diligently at regaining control of his life and making positive contributions including taking care of himself and taking care of his family. One of his greatest accomplishments was securing his first and very own apartment. Left to cherish fond memories of Kenneth's life are his mother Sharon Mizell of Newport News, VA; stepmother; Mary Callis of Newport News, VA; two sisters: Shemeika Mizell and Kenya Callis of Newport News, VA; his daughter, Peyton Woods (aka Pumpkin) of Charlotte, NC; his special nieces and nephews: Trevone Mizell, Shelby Mizell, A'daja Mizell, and DeMarcus Hopkins- all of Newport News, VA; one special cousin, Jermaine Mizell of Newport News, VA; two aunts: Phyllis Griffin of Newport News, VA and Myra Callis of Hampton, VA; eight uncles: Benny and Kerry Mizell of Newport News, VA, Gregory and Stacy Mizell of Hampton VA, Lilton Harold, Larry Callis, Lorenzo Callis, and Alonzo Parker- all of Newport News, VA and a host of dearly beloved great aunts, great uncles, cousins, friends and loved ones.