Henry Brown Sallis

Mansfield, LA

Henry Brown Sallis' battle with Alzheimer's ended peacefully on Sunday morning, June 16, 2013, in Mansfield, LA. Henry was born April 5, 1927, in Sallis, MS. Following an honorable discharge from the US Navy in August, 1946, he married the love of his life, Mary Jo Archer, on June 15, 1947, in Mathiston, MS. In 1955 Henry and Mary Jo, with their five children, moved to Mansfield where the couple has lived ever since, except for a brief time in Columbia, MS, in 1956-57.

Henry, 86, spent most of his career as a salesman initially selling home appliances then selling automobiles, first at Lowrey Motor Company then at his own used car lot, Sallis Used Cars. During his years as a salesman Henry developed a reputation for honesty, integrity, and fair dealing throughout DeSoto Parish and the surrounding area.

The greatest joys of Henry's life came from serving Christ through his church and through loving, encouraging, and supporting his family. Henry was a Christ-like servant, deacon, Sunday School leader, usher, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle. To his family he was Father Dear, Datie, Daddy, "Hen", Pop, Paw, Granddaddy, Uncle Datie. All who knew Henry Sallis respected him; all who knew him well, loved him.

Henry was preceded in death by his parents, one sister, six brothers, a daughter, Jo Ann Sallis and a granddaughter, Dana Sallis. He is survived by Mary Jo Sallis, his wife of 66 years; children David Sallis', Starkville, MS; Bruce Sallis and wife Chris Angell Sallis, Houston, TX; Beth Salter, Mansfield, LA; Steve Sallis and wife Linda Sallis, Syracuse, NY; Randy Sallis and wife Gail Sallis, Lebanon, TN; sisters Dorothy Craft and Mary Copeland; twelve grandchildren; and sixteen great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00pm Tuesday, 6/18/13, at Rose-Neath Funeral Home in Mansfield. There will also be a visitation at 10:00 to 11:00am on Wednesday at First Baptist Church of Mansfield followed by a funeral service at 11:00 also at First Baptist Church of Mansfield.

Honoring his life as pallbearers will be his grandsons, Andrew Prather, Daniel Salter, Adam Salter, Archer Sallis, John Sallis, Kenny Sallis, Daley Sallis, and dear friend, Robert May.

In lieu of flowers donations in memory of Henry Sallis may be sent to French Camp Academy Development Office, One Fine Place, French Camp, MS 39745.

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Published by Shreveport Times on Jun. 18, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Henry Sallis

16 Entries

Gary Shelley

June 12, 2019

Even though I never met you Sir, I feel is a know you from being with your son Steven, and with his kind out look at life and his Faith, I see you are a great man, And I guess you will be playing checker's with Rev. Billy, God does have a place for you at his table.. Thank you again for letting me to see your eyes from your sons eyes, Bless you again. Amen Sir, and say hi to the other Sallis family who are with you.

Jennifer Sallis

October 1, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I am leaving this note in the Guest Book to say I am sorry to hear of Henry's passing earlier this year. I believe we may be related, my name is Jennifer Sallis daughter of Douglas Sallis who was about the same age as Henry, and whose parents came from London. Douglas passed away in 2009.

I hope we can be in touch...? [email protected]

Again, our sympathies for your loss.

- Jennifer

Valerie Di Cuffa

June 23, 2013

Sorry to hear of your loss, I never had the opportunity to meet your dad I see he was one of Gods great gifts to you and the family. Steve having the pleasure of knowing you I know without a doubt your dad did a real fine job bringing you and your siblings up and he stands proud Lighting a candle and sending prayers with my sincere condolence.

June 20, 2013

Steve and Family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Have a safe trip home. Sandy

June 20, 2013

Mary Jo, Just know that our hearts go out to you in your loss of Dati. He will be missed by all those who knew him but we know he is free of the misery of his disease. We love you all. Katherine West (for Wilma Sebren & family)

Gary Shelley

June 19, 2013

You must have been a great man, for only meeting your son Steven you have a great son and your life comes thru his eyes, and thank you HEN.

Janet Sallis

June 18, 2013

I admired you so much and I don't think I ever told you. I was always proud you where my Father in Law. I have missed my Sallis family so much. RIP love, Janet

Bruce & Kathy Peterson

June 18, 2013

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Judy Rogers LeBleu

June 18, 2013

What a blessing Mr. Sallis was to Mansfield and his church! His family is also a great blessing. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.

Lawrence Silver

June 18, 2013

My life was enriched by knowing Henry. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

For the Commanders, Carroll R. Michaud

June 18, 2013

The Final Salute

“Brothers in Arms”, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged “Hand Salutes” as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another.

This “Hand Salute” is the last that we shall render to Henry Brown Sallis our “Brother-in-Arms”. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Henry. And to Henry it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the devoted and selfless service he rendered to his country during WW-II while serving in the U.S. Navy. Henry, we commend you for your honorable service. You are a true patriot, who served with honor and distinction. You upheld the finest qualities of an American patriot warrior: courage, commitment, generosity, sacrifice, love and devotion to family and country. We bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from among our ranks. Be at Ease. Rest in Peace.

On behalf of the 1,261 military veteran Legionnaires of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion and the 233 veterans of VFW Post 2238 in Shreveport, Louisiana, we extend our sympathies and our condolences to Henry's family and loved ones.

Stephen J. Lavery, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 South Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109

James Maziarz, Commander, VFW Post 2238
1245 Gary Street, Shreveport, LA 71101

Erick, Glenda & Ericka Moreno

June 18, 2013

What a sweet precious man Mr Henry was. Heaven truly gained a wonderful saint. He will be missed in our community. Our prayers are with the family during this time.

Ellen Emfinger

June 18, 2013

Bro Steve, Linda, Sara Beth, Joanna know our prayers are with you and the family we do not know.

David Shirley

June 18, 2013

We're thinking of you with gratitude to God for what He did in your Dad's life and for His comfort now.

June 18, 2013

Few men were admired and loved as Hen, none more so than by me. His presence in my life was a treasure and an inspiration to me. His faith, integrity and even sometimes his humor (some know what I mean)was a joy. The struggle is over, rest in peace with the saints, Hen.(Don't forget your silver dollar)

Doc Lowery

June 17, 2013

My prayers and thoughts are with all this wonderful family. Mr. Hen left a wonderful legacy.

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