Rev. Dr. Shellie Sampson, Jr. Way (Bronx)
Present name:None
Location:At the northernmost intersection of 163rd Street and Rev. James Polite Avenue
Honoree: Rev. Dr. Shellie Sampson, Jr. (1940-2014) a clergyman, educator, author an civic leader. A graduate of Rutgers University, he earmed doctorates in both Theology and Urban Studies. He worked in industry as a chemist and microbiologist before entering the ministry in 1970 as pastor of New Calvary Baptist Church in Montclair, N.J. In 1982 he became pastor of Thessalonia Baptist Church, which he served more than 30 years. In addition to expending that church's programs and facilities, he was instrumental in securing new schools and housing in the South Bronx. (Arroyo)
LL:2014/34