Christopher was born May 16, 1969, in Montego Bay, Jamaica. Known as the “Judson Rocket”, he excelled early in the great American sport, football. After graduating from Judson in the mid-1980s, Christopher accepted a scholarship to play football at University of Texas from 1987 to 1990. He played in 43 games for the Longhorns, rushing for more than 1,000 yards and was drafted into the NFL where he played for the San Diego Chargers from 1990-1992. After his football career he turned his sights to medicine and started school. Christopher completed his studies and proudly served as a physician assistant for 12 years. He was a hard worker with a loving and kind soul. He had a charismatic smile that would light up the room and those around him. An eventful father that embodied what living live to the fullest meant. He was a man that was one with nature, enjoyed anything outdoors, hiking, playing sports, swimming but much rather preferred the ocean and above all else he adored his family. He leaves behind a legacy in American football and the medical field. The work ethic and determination this incredible man walked with was unmeasurable. To know him was to know what love was and his strength stretched all around those he touched.
He is survived by his two daughters, Samantha E. Stotts, Jordan T. Stewart and her husband Stepheon Stewart. Three grandchildren Kaiden G. Wilson, Soul R. Stewart, and Skye E. Stewart. His Father, John H. Johnson; his is mother, Juanita I. Gooden-Johnson of Jamaica; brothers and their spouses Johnny D. Jo; Jerome A.; Jesses E. Johnson and Courtney Crisp-Johnson and a nephew, Kingston J. Crisp-Johnson.
Christopher was preceded in death by his father Carlton Samuels.
A visitation for Christopher will be held Sunday, December 12, 2021, from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Sunset Funeral Home, 1701 Austin Highway, San Antonio, TX 78218, followed by a Celebration of Life beginning at 2:00pm.
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