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Michael Callahan Obituary
Michael Sheridan Callahan was born March 11, 1943 in Culpepper, VA and passed over to his Lord and the angels on March 9, 2016. Michael was an angel himself right here on earth. A wonderful man who so totally loved his family, cared mightily for his friends and mankind in general, his kindness and humility were practically legendary.
Mike moved to San Antonio as a young man and attended Jefferson High School where he excelled on the football field. He played on a legendary team with the likes of Hix Green, Anthony King, Phil Harris and the great Tommy Nobis. Mike started as a defensive back on that team and backed up Harris at running back. He has been active with the Mustangs' alums ever since and has many wonderful lifelong friends from that team. He graduated in 1961.
Mike graduated from St. Mary's University in 1968 with a B.A. degree, then attended South Texas Law School in Houston where he received a J.D. degree in 1974. He was immediately hired by the Bexar County District Attorney and served as an assistant D.A. for 4 years when he went into private practice. Mike practiced civil and criminal law in Bexar and many other counties throughout Texas during a 38 year career as a solo practitioner. He was an excellent criminal defense lawyer and respected by all of his peers. He tried many jury trials, everything from a traffic ticket to capital murder and was very successful.
Mike was predeceased by his father and mother, William Ray Callahan and Sue Guinn Callahan, and his sister Coleen Melton.
He is survived by his wife Natalia and four sons Brett David, William Victor, John Michael and Ryan Michael and a daughter Kody Vallejo. He is also survived by three sisters: Mary Ruth Earman, Donna Caldwell and Elizabeth Kilpatrick and seven grandchildren: Austin Callahan, Maura Callahan, Madeline Callahan, Tristan Callahan, Maxine Callahan, Aria Vallejo and Aiden Alexander Vallejo.
A memorial service will be held Thursday, March 24th at 3:00 p.m. at Trinity Baptist Church, 319 E. Mulberry Avenue., San Antonio, Texas.
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for Michael Callahan
March 25, 2016
I knew Mike for more than 36 years. A good man and a "character" in the best sense of the word. Always willing to help with a word of advice or assurance. He will be missed around the Bexar County Courthouse.
God Bless you Mike. Thanks for the good times!!
Ed Phillips
March 25, 2016
I knew Mike for over thirty years and he was a credit to his profession and a great mentor to young lawyers. When he appeared in my Court he was always one of the smartest lawyers in the room and had a gift to communicate with people at all levels. As a fellow Irishman, he will be missed and blessed in heaven.
Marilyn Bradley
March 24, 2016
Mike was always ready with a smile and a kind word to whomever he met. He was without artifice and genuinely kind. He will be missed.
Jerry Valdez, jr
March 24, 2016
will miss our morning conversations in the Justice Building cafeteria
March 24, 2016
A great friend, a great lawyer, a great father.
The world suffers from his passing but heaven benefits.
He will be missed very much.
Pete Henry
Kathy Granados
March 24, 2016
I met Micheal around late 1975 or 76'. He was one of my first prosecutors to work with. He was and remained till I retired in 2011 , a true gentleman, and Christian. My prayers to his family and may he rest in peace.
March 23, 2016
May he rest in peace.
Mary Ann Kennedy.
Dolores Carmona
March 22, 2016
My deepest condolences to the Callahan family. Natalia my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jimmy Espinosa Jr.
March 22, 2016
My condolences to all of Mike's family and friends. Mike and I met at the courthouse in 1980 and remained close friends until the very end. I will miss your friendship and conversations. Until we meet again, you were a true friend.
Shawn Morris
March 22, 2016
I will miss my friend Mike!
Abdiel Chavez
March 22, 2016
I would like to send my regards to all family and friends with a kind reminder that Jesus promised a hope to see our loved ones again.
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