Samuel "Tom" Willis Carlson, 97, of Saint Petersburg, Florida, passed on February 14, 2022. Samuel was born on May 12, 1924 In Washington D.C. He was a devoted husband to Queenie Carlson. He's survived by his 7 children, Rhonda Carlson Smith, Jimmy Michael Carlson. Michael John Carlson, Clarissa Bowmen, Linda Avery, Quen Carlson, Yolanda Carlson Bryan. He leaves behind 10 Grandchildren Tiffany Middleton, Latonya Perry, Malik Carlson, Larry Carter, Anthony Carlson, Lexus Mitchell, Gregory Dentin, Monique Bridges, Malia Mitchell, Candice Rountree. And 23 Great grandchildren. Services will be on Saturday February 26, 2022 At 11:00 A.M at Collins Temple A.M.E Baptist Church. There will be a final Homegoing Service in Washington D.C where he will be laid to rest.