Dear family,
I first got to know Sally and her family when we were both around 9 years old. My dad was pastoring a small church in the Lehigh Valley. Sally's mom and dad were very musical, her dad played trumpet and her mom played the piano...and they all sang. They left the large church of Cherryville and came to our church to help get the church moving in the direction of growth. Sally's family was a breath of fresh air in the tiny congregation. We were at that church for three years.
Fast forward to college years. I had just started teaching Special Education in public school and Paul and Sally were in their last year of college at United Wesleyan. David, Paul, and Sally were the trio...not only in singing but as friends! It was great to reconnect.
Fast forward again...mom and dad took a church in Milton, and years later I was pastor in Milton. Although we were in different districts, our path crossed many times...and especially in the Country Cupboard Restaurant on Sundays. As a church we wanted to keep in touch with Paul and Sally during her cancer battle. We prayed regularly and tried to be a support. Although we were somewhat distanced, our support never stopped. Sally always had a smile and always had a strong faith that trusted God for each day. Our prayers are especially with Paul in the loss of Dave and now Sally. Praying God will give peace and strength for each new day. Praying for all the family as they walk through these days.
In Christian love,
Arlie Davis

Sometimes a wonderful person doesn't seem to be appreciated by their family until he or she is gone. That is surely not the case here... I have loved watching as you each have demonstrated your love and care for Sally. Paul, Stevan & Jessica, Ella and Ezra and Sherilyn, and even Scout--each of you have poured out your love for her and sacrificed to spend time with her, to meet her needs and to help her share her journey with all of us. Thank you.
❤We were youth pastors at Penfield Wesleyan when we got to know the Sheets family. We prayed so often with our own kids for Stacia and your family. When God's answer was for her to go Home, we talked as a family for weeks about Heaven. (Kyle was 4, Caleb 2, and Craig was a newborn.) A few months later, Craig died suddenly. As we broke the news to the boys, Kyle said, "Oh, he's with Jesus and Stacia!" God used all those conversations about Stacia to prepare the hearts of two little boys and their parents. That bond with Sally and Paul has meant so much to us over these decades.
❤Watching Sally grow to love Scout has been so fun! Sherilyn, your ministry to your parents is the gold standard.
❤Sally's writings on Facebook have encouraged us, and so many others, to look forward to all that Jesus has planned. Even in horrible pain, her love for her Lord and her family shone so brightly!

I met your family back in the mid 80’s at our little church in Henrietta. I remember sprucing up the parsonage with a bunch of ladies in anticipation of your arrival! Sally was always so sweet and kind to everyone! I directed a Christmas pageant that you all “starred” in back in 1987 I believe. Stevan was one of the 3 Wise men, Stacia was an angel. I don’t recall if sherilyn was in it? I still have an old video of the performance 😊
After we moved I lost touch with all of you but fortunately sally and I reconnected on Facebook. I loved reading her posts about the Amish friends that lived nearby. She always wore her heart on her sleeve and her love for Jesus was clearly evident!
The loss of a parent is such a hard thing. But Gods mercies are far beyond anything we can grasp in this life. I feel honored to have known Sally, Paul and each of you children (you are still little in my minds eye)
I will be praying for comfort and peace for each of you❤️

I met Sally over 50 years ago. It was her high school graduation day. I was dating her brother, Barry. Two years later, after a little coaxing, Sally enrolled at United Wesleyan College. We were walking towards the girls’ dorm when I heard, “Hey, Von.” Looking up I saw Paul Sheets, a fellow North Carolinian. He was working on the roof (work study) to help pay for college. Being polite, I introduced him to Sally Miller. Later, I found out that sparks flew between them from that first introduction. What a team God brought together.
Sally Miller, Pam Tewell and Yvonne Saunders formed a girls’ trio who traveled and sang in various churches, praising the Lord and helping recruit students for the college. Our name was the Faith, Hope and Love trio. Three-part harmony came easily for us. It was the early ‘70’s and Gaither music was popular. Two of the songs in this next medley are ones we sang then, “Something Beautiful”, and “The Longer I Serve Him.” The Lord miraculously protected us as we traveled in Sally’s white Mercury. Through snowstorms in New York and flat tires we returned safely to campus even if it was Just before classes on Monday morning.
Faith – our faith in God; Hope – our steadfast hope to see Jesus face to face; and Love – first for Jesus and then others.
Sally personified this. She loved us with her cooking and baking, (I still use a canning recipe we call “Sally’s Pickle Relish”.) Sally drew us into her circle of friends with twinkling eyes, grins and giggles. Sharing her antics with me, I would say, “Sally, you did what?” She only giggled more until your spirits were lifted and you were laughing with her.
Later, as Paul chauffeured, she shared their escapades around the countryside, pictures included, on Facebook.

Her testimonies were filled with tears and honesty that allowed us to see her love for Jesus and the forgiveness we could receive when we had messed up. Can’t you hear her singing? “Jesus led me all the way. Led me step by step each day. I will tell the saints and angels when I lay my burden down. Jesus led me all the way.” Paul and her children and family have been so loving and attentive to her throughout this time. They need our continued prayers.

We appreciate Port Ann Wesleyan church family’s love and support for Paul and Sally. They have been this church’s shepherds for 15 years. You are a team that has helped shoulder Paul’s responsibilities and loved Sally through it all.
We thank you. This grief and loss we feel is shared by all of you. Still, we can see hope in action. Sally’s hope of seeing Jesus, Stacia and loved ones already in heaven, and our hope to be more determined than ever to make heaven our home where we can see our dear friend, Sally.

After almost 50 years, the Faith, Hope and Love Trio got to sing together again about two years ago at a United Wesleyan College reunion. Guess what? Pam lives in Arizona and loves the Lord. I’m in North Carolina and love the Lord and Sally is in heaven. We will sing again someday.

Sally was greatly loved, enjoyed and will be greatly missed! I loved her posts on Facebook, the songs she loved and her love of family. Her love for the Lord was evident in all she did!
One of the things that her and I enjoyed together was my chicken that we called Backward Sally. This chicken walked forwards a few steps and then took the next several steps backwards. We had never seen such a thing! Whenever she found something with a chicken she would post it for me we had quite a few chuckles over Backwards Sally!
A beautiful soul who will be waiting for all of us with a smile and a hug!💙

We grieve with you at the passing of Sally. We will miss her and the beautiful posts she always put on Facebook. Please know God cares enough for you that He has engraved you on the palms of His hands. Hold tight to Him during this trying time and know we care for you and are lifting you up in prayer.
Isaiah 49:15-16. “I will not forget you! See, I have engraved you on the palms of my hands.”

I don't remember the passing of any other person, except for close family, affecting me the way it did when I heard that Sally was no longer with us. I've spent these day since trying to figure out why and the other day I went to my private messaging and I think I know. I had only been with Sally a few times in person but 8 years ago we started to communicate via Facebook. We were both wives of Pastor's so had a deep understanding of the challenges we both faced in that role. We were able to share some of the deep places of our hearts and discovered we had very kindred spirits. She was gifted in being a wonderful and supportive listener and never took the conversation away to make it about herself. What a gift!
Her posts on her Facebook page were incredibly encouraging as she shared about her interactions with the Amish and praying with those who were going through the same treatments that she was. Her care and concern for others, and her heartfelt longing for them to know Jesus as she did was who she was.

There are no words to express the sorrow I feel for all of you, her family, as this amazing woman has been taken from your life. I have been praying that the Prince of Peace with continue to surround you with His presence and hold you close as you continue through these difficult days.

Sally was my neighbor growing up from high school til she left home. School days, riding in her old Packer car. Working Friday nights at the auction house. Being in her wedding, meeting Paul, visiting college friends, singing in our trio together, going to competitions with the late Rev.John Davis. Having her babies, and grandchildren were her pride and joy. I love you Sally Ann💞

You were such a great and supportive friend when we first meet at the opening of UWC. You have remained that friend these years later.
Back then, our friendship was separated by God's direction to accomplish different tasks. Yet, you found a way to remain the encouraging individual. Now, God's will has separated us a bit further. You left us all with enough memories to last the rest of our lifetimes. Will miss your communications but am happy you are on to better things.
Prayers for those who will miss you even more than I will.

Brian, Glenn

Thoughts and prayers during your time of sorrow.