I have known Sally since I was a kid & she went to the college in Allentown where my dad worked. How I admired her.She was always happy & smiling.I remember when she & Paul were dating. Doesn’t seem like that long ago. How time passes us by.I lost touch with Sally until they moved to NY to pastor & we would visit their church. How devastated I felt when my mother let me know their little girl had cancer. Couldn’t begin to imagine the pain she & Paul were going through. And then there was the celebration of Stacia’s life.I was amazed at the grace in Sally as she shared about Stacia.Only a strong courageous woman of God could speak like she did.What a testimony to all that were there. I know her heart grieved daily for their tremendous unbearable loss & yet Sally kept her testimony.Again I lost touch with her when we moved to Arizona but eventually found her on FB.I was thrilled to reconnect!She was the same loving encouraging & upbeat Sally!Always asking about my family & how she could pray for my sister in Tennessee.I miss her daily posts & beautiful pictures. They always made me smile.She made so many smile & feel Loved!Something we all needed & need especially in this present time.This world is not our home.Sally is safely home holding her precious daughter & being with Bruce & Brucie & all those loved ones that have gone home before her.I am praying for her family because their loss is so great.Sally would want you to go on loving & encouraging & praying for others & ministering to them as she had done until the day you have that awesome reunion together in Heaven.I am & have been so blessed by knowing Sally & I thank God for her life & testimony!
“Let not your heart be troubled;you believe in God you believe also in me.In my Father’s house are many mansions if it were not so,I would have told you.I go to prepare a place for you.And if I go & prepare a place for you I will come again & receive you to myself that where I am there you may be also! John 14:1-3
Sally is in her mansion with many crowns & I know she’s rejoicing & we will see her again some day.

Sally was one of the most joyful people I have ever met. What a privilege to have known her. We met at UWC in 1972. She was a very transparent person and at first it puzzled me. I was raised in MA where people keep more to themselves. As everyone here knows, to know Sally was to love her. As I got to know her I loved her. She had a wonderful passion for life, for people, and for God. She was the best cook I have ever known. I must agree with some about her driving though. We took a long car trip to see Pam and I prayed the sinners prayer several times during that road trip. I'm so sorry for the great sorry and loss this family will have until they meet her again. Thank you for the lovely service you so masterfully put together. It touched me deeply. God bless each of you. You are in my prayers.

My memories are mostly centered around family get togethers with the Sheets family. Music, story telling, playing games, laughter, and times like this (the home going of another child of God).
The most memorable character trait\gift was her ability to see the bright side of a situation\trial.
I was always encouraged by her laughter. She had a great sense of humor and made odd situations funny. We would play family games around the table and share tales of pranks or hilarious recollections that only she could remember. There was never a time that I can recall that I didn't hear her laugh. This is a testament to her joyful spirit.
She loved God and He blessed her family. She adored her family and they recipricated. I thank God for her example to me a my family.
To Paul and the kids ... Stay strong in the Lord and continue to keep Him first. We love you and are praying for you all and please accept a virtual hug from all of us in NY.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. May God continue to richly bless all of you.
The Murphy's
Mathew, Karen, Jason, Levi, Sarah, & Hannah

Some of my favorite memories of Sally.
Garage Sales
Tomato Salad
Mint Tea
Sausage from PA
I remember one day when she came to visit at our house on Thompson Rd. Sally was in the back seat of her car. She opened the door to the car and Ralph's large dog Ginger jumped in to car on Sally. Sally screamed, Ginger was so scared she sat down trapping both in place until Ralph came to pull the dog out. I will miss her smile.

Where to start, I've known Sally for 30ish years through her brother Bruce. The most sweetest lady I have ever meet. She will be deeply missed, but will forever never be forgotten. So blessed to know the Miller Family and Sheets Family.

Love Pip

A beautiful Celebration of Sally’s Life. Thank you for sharing it. May her memory be a blessing.

Hello to you Paul- and your wonderful family.
Michael and I were blessed to be invited to watch Sally’s celebration of Life service tonight with the McGoughs and other families from the Henrietta Wesleyan church that we attended in the early 1990’s.
I want to let you know that you and Sally were used by the Lord in such powerful ways during this time of our lives. Sally made a trip out to visit me at our home in North Chili- she wanted to “hear my story”. I had only recently had my eyes opened to the Lord, and was walking in my new faith in Christ. After listening intently to my story, Sally said that “I was a product of my grandmother’s prayers”. I have often reflected on that statement; I think that it is true.
I also remember you having us to your home for a meal- and Sally serving homemade mint tea, that I have tried re-create...but never succeeded in making it taste quite as good.
Finally, I want you to know that my husband was the one who decided we were going to go to your church. He had heard of the way you encouraged your daughter to go on and meet the Lord as her battle with cancer was ending. Although Michael didn’t know the Lord at this time, he loved his family, and wanted to meet you and learn about your strong trust and faith in God.
The Lord used you, and Henrietta Wesleyan, and Patti and Bill McGough to soften Michael’s heart; and he now knows and trusts Jesus for himself.
We thank you, and bless you in Jesus name. Even now, we find ourselves receiving from you again; tonight was a sweet remembrance of these special times, but also inspiration to live our lives like you and Sally; sharing the love of Christ.
With deep appreciation and prayers for you during this season-Sandy and Michael

I met a Wonderful woman several years ago while standing in line at Eastern Market York. I looked over at her and told her the. Chicken pot pie was really good there. She asked me to come over and join them afterI got out of line. Wow we had somuchin common. She had an outfit on that was one exactly like I had. We laughed when I told her she probably didn’t get it where I got mine Hamricks in Gafney SC. Well she did. We talked for along time. She took many pictures of our market. Before leaving we became FB friends and friends in In Christ. We set a date for them to come back to York and we would go out for lunch. Through FB we found out we that she knew our minister’s daughter. Only one other time I’d I ever get to be with wonderful lady. We were camping at Knobels and we met her and Paul at an Amish persons house for dinner. We talked and shared our life stories. I did not know heeling but she put such a great impression on my life. The joy she shared, the pictures she saw through God’s eyes. She told me after her cancer life was so precious and she saw things differently an before. She saw a bug on a tree and made it look so different. Her faith was so strong she cared for people, she never complained she just encouraging others.I made a friend and will never forget her. Prayers to all the family. The service was a great honor to her life. Thank you for sharing

I'm embarrassed to say that after being very careful not to miss the livestream, I missed it due to some frustratingly distracting troubleshooting I was involved in that somehow pushed more important things from my brain. I am so sorry and will watch when it becomes available. I do hope and pray that the service was another step in the long grieving and healing process. Knowing that you have such a huge support system comforts me on your behalf. Sally was an amazing person and lived an amazing life and fought until she could no longer fight. Most of the times I interacted with her we were at family reunion events. I well remember the reunion at Fairy Stone Park when she made funnel cakes for all of us and I'm thinking she was perhaps pregnant with Stacia. She was known for a very happy smile and joyous laughter and for her famous cooking abilities. Another memory is the visit we made to your house when you took us to Delaware Bay for several nights. Sher was receiving "bloop-bloops" as rewards for success on the potty chair that summer ! I've thot of that trip many times and how much work and expense you and Sally went to in order to pull it off (driving there following Sunday evening church). So many sweet memories come to mind. We love you and will continue to remember you as you walk this journey. With our love, David and Carolyn

Although Scott & I were with Sally (and Paul) in person less then probably 12 times, our families were bonded in heart with Jessica marrying Stevan and then also through our mutual love for the most beautiful grandchildren ever, Ella & Ezra ❣️ I always loved and appreciated Sally’s heart in telling me through FB messages that she was praying for our travel journey’s from Indiana to Pennsylvania to see our Jessica and Stevan and our grandchildren. I could feel her love and concern for my mother’s heart even through her written words ❤️. Sally had a gift of expressing herself in a way as if you were in her presence, sitting right beside her. I only wish we could have actually been in her presence more and also to have been enjoying her contagious laughter. We are ever so grateful for her and Paul in raising a wonderful son who is our very loved son-in-law. (and for you too Sher.)

We are continuing to pray for you Paul, Sher, Stevan, Jessica, Ella and Ezra. You have our deepest sympathies and love.

Scott & Lee Ann
Garrett

What a beautiful a tribute to Sally! I am not sure how you all were able to do that, but it was so meaningful and transparent! Sally and I just lived a few miles apart. Sally, Paul, and I were all students at United Wesleyan College at the same time. Our lives separated for a few years when I was in Indiana. Paul and Sally were involved in ministry and Carla and I were as well. Sally would probably say I "picked on her" ... I like to think I enhanced her prayer life!😇 At times, she would end up calling me a "brat" ... I believe that must be Pennsylvania Dutch for "he's a great guy"! Carla and I will continue to pray for Paul, Stevan & Jess, Sherilyn, and the "grands"! May God's peace, comfort and grace be yours in the coming months!

Sally could lite up a room with her infectious smile and laugh. My fondest moments are yard saling in Macon and then her utmost of love poured out to me through her cooking of our rehearsal dinner. I will treasure the memories, and look forward to a glorious reunion in heaven. What a day that will be!
Love, hugs and continued prayers for your family

Thank you all, Paul, Stevan and Sherilyn for putting together such a beautiful tribute to your wife and mom. It is obvious that she had a huge impact on everyone she met. I only wish I had known her better. Thank you for sharing so much about her life and what she meant to each of you. May God's presence and leading in the days ahead be very evident. You all are loved. Aunt Dorothy

Our family just "attended" the sweet service in honor of your dear wife/mother. As I listened to your reflections of Sally I kept thinking back to when our young family started coming to Port Ann Wesleyan. Our oldest daughter was just under a year and I happened to fall into some tension and turmoil with my parents both of which hurt me deeply. And I remember the night I called the parsonage looking for Pastor Paul to give me some insight on handling this situation. I left a message. Sally returned my call. Her first words were "Annette, have you been crying?" I fell apart explained the situation seeking an exact answer on how to handle this. She politely told me that she couldn't tell me what to do. And for the next 3 weeks she called me once, sometimes twice a day to check on me. Over the course of the time we talked every day she would give me a new insight into her childhood and how she was raised. Towards the end of this time I made decisions on handling what happened. I was sure to tell Sally that I appreciated her time and thoughts and prayers soooo very much. It's so true what you all said she had a ministry of just listening. I'll forever be grateful for this woman who showed me so much love. And I just wish I could make her lasagne one more time ❤

The world lost a beautiful and kind soul. She was a true example of how she cared and loved all that she met. Karen and I will miss her kind heart.

We have come to know and love Paul and sally as they led Port Ann Wesleyan church. The loving and kindness of sally was a blessing to our family over the years. She will be greatly missed, and we keep the sheets family in our thoughts and prayers.

When someone you love becomes a "Memory" the memory becomes a 'Treasure." We are grateful for the treasured and shared memories of your family. And because of your faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love that you have for all the saints, we do not cease to give thanks for you. And for this reason, we bow our knees to the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ making mention of you in our prayers.

Thank you for the invitation to join you in this celebration of Sally’s life. We were blessed by your tribute to her and to the Lord. We continue to pray for you all and thank the Lord for Sally’s life and witness!

What a beautiful Memorial to Sally! Our prayers are continuing for you all. Thank you for all you do for others too. Love you all.

Thank you for sharing Sally’s Celebration of Life on line for us all to see and hear. I have so many wonderful memories of Sally and your family when you lived in Henrietta. Thank you for visiting my mom at Avon Nursing Home with Mc Gough’s. I am praying for you all daily. My dad has been gone since June 16, 2003. I think of his joyful spirit every day and try to live my life in a way that honors him. Take care if yourselves. There will be good and bad days. Love, prayers, and hugs. Kathy. (Harland and Pearl Smith’s daughter)

I so enjoyed Sally as my prayer partner via face book. We first met at UWC when she was a cheerleader for the basketball team. We had some good laughs. In recent years she was such a good listener and prayer warrior. She always knew the right thing to say. I will continue to pray for the Sheets family. MJ

Our hearts are with you in this tremendous loss. We loved Sally, and we love you all. So many memories of you taking in Donna, loving her, and encouraging her to go to Allentown where she met Bill. You even gave Donna away at our wedding. To many precious moments to record here. But they are in our hearts.
Bill and Donna Kinnan

I met Sally at United Wesleyan College. I have lots of good memories of Sally during her college years when I was women's head resident. Our friendship continued through the years. She and Paul pastored in the Western PA district of the Wesleyan Church. We had the opportunity to visit at district conferences and shared what was happening in our lives. Sally will be greatly missed by friends and family. May God be near and comfort Paul and the family.

Will miss your love and attention. But what a joy you are having in Heaven.

We so enjoyed being in Paul & Sally's home a few times. Sally was always so gracious, jovial, full of fun & prepared such wonderful food. She is definitely being missed. Our prayers continue for the family as you make this adjustment in life.

Though we never met, family is family and you were part of mine. I kept up with the "east coast" family through your fb editorials. I could feel your genuiness all the way in CA. I watched you loose your sweet daughter Stacia, I sat in numerous living rooms with all of you as you sang about Jesus. Good bless you Sally, I watched my cousin (Paul) play Santa more than once. You definetly knew how to express yourself. I'm so sad you had to go so soon but I'm excited for what's in store for you now. Kiss your daughter for me. Please find Grandma & Grandpa Sheets and tell them how much I still live and miss them but most of all...sing with the angels. Carry on Sally. I will think of you often.

SALLY ... instant friend ... gracious ... funny ... selfless ... servant ... laughs at herself ... cries with you ... ready for anything ... birds ... sauerkraut ... kittens ... FAMILY ... J E S U S!

So thankful for the connnection by family that brought Sally into my life 50 years ago, and the few times we have actually seen each other in person at family gatherings have been a blast! What a joy it has been to keep up with her adventures on Facebook, and a privilege to share in her struggles.

Wish we could be there in person to celebrate a life so well lived. Our love and prayers continue for dear family who have supported her so lovingly. Thank you for sharing her with us!

I first met my God-ordained, best friend, Sally Ann Miller, in 1972. My parents drove me from Argo, IL to Allentown, PA so I could attend United Wesleyan College. I was so scared, so shy, and so sheltered. But I was looking forward to spreading my wings. Sally saw me for who I was. I would barely look at anyone and kept to myself. She determined to make me her friend. Thankfully she made that happen! She was so tenacious and persistent. She did NOT take no for an answer very often. She began inviting me to be a part of her life. She did so with patience and caution realizing my vulnerability and desiring to get behind the walls I had built up to protect myself. Slowly but surely, I was able to let her in a little bit at a time. Since Sally had already been attending UWC, and because she was from that area, she was very popular and well-loved. I don’t think she would agree with me if she heard me say that, but it’s the truth. She was especially adored by the guys (she would NOT appreciate me saying this). But after she met Paul Kenneth Sheets, she had had eyes for no other guy! I have never seen such love!!! There was nothing or no one who was going to deter her from her goal of marrying Paul! He was the love of her life!!!! I remember her taking me to her family home in Danielsville, PA on many occasions. At that time, they were unsure of Sally’s great love for Paul and, at times, made things difficult for her. She once again persevered and stayed true to her heart. There was NO DOUBT in her mind that Paul was the one for her. And she was right! There was NO DOUBT that I was to be her friend. And she was right again!!!
Because I was so far away from home and my family, her great love for me and her desire to help me was my lifeline. On those occasions when she took me to her family home to visit it was like balm to my soul. I still remember her Momma Ruth’s hugs (something I was NOT used to) and feeling enfolded in her love. Singing around the piano while she played was a joy. Singing around her piano with anyone who would join in brings special memories. Sally, Yvonne Saunders Miller, and I sang in a trio for the college, the Faith, Hope and Love trio, and we often practiced at the Miller home. We certainly had the love of music that drew us together. We not only sang in the trio but sang in the UWC choir and went on several choir tours together. I loved singing with Sally, Yvonne, Paul, David, and Bea. Even though they would all become family, they welcomed me into their family and have made me feel like I truly belonged.
She was so concerned for me and my well being that she often invited me on her dates with Paul! For real! I did go on occasion but it was not the greatest thrill of my life. I am sure it wasn’t for Paul either! I would go with reluctance but usually ended up having a good time. We did, on occasion, have Michio Katsumata go with us. I remember eating Chinese food for the first time when we were with Michio. I was afraid to eat Chinese food because I had never eaten any. I was used to having only meat and potatoes in the Midwest.
I loved learning about the Pennsylvania ways and cuisine. Sally had such unique ways of saying certain things and a distinct accent. For the first time I heard “I need to comb or curl them” when speaking about combing and curling her hair. I heard “it’s all” instead of “it’s all gone.” I would always question her when I heard “it’s all” with “it’s all WHAT?” It was fun. I learned what Shoefly pie, perogies, scrapple, birch beer, and whoopie pies were. She would bake whoopie pies and bring them to our dorm room and I would eat most of them, much to her dismay!! They are still one of my favorite things but I seldom get to eat them. She made sure I would have some whenever we were able to visit in person.
Because we were both raised in the Pilgrim Holiness Church, we experienced a lot of firsts together. We went to our first movie and both came away crying. Mostly because it was a horrible movie with lots of killing but with a little bit of guilt thrown in. We braved going to another movie after that. Gone with The Wind. Can you believe we would do such a rebellious thing? Sally was a much braver soul than I when it came to breaking some of the rules of our very strict upbringing. But she brought me along and corrupted me….hahahaha….she would not like me saying that either!
When she included me in her wedding, I felt so special. I had never been invited to be in a wedding of a friend. Come to think of it I didn’t really have any close friends until Sally came into my life. Her wedding day was the hottest day of the year but it was a beautiful day. I knew things would be different for us after she was married but I never feared that we would not continue to be dear friends. There were a few years after college that we were not in constant touch but not many. I remember flying to Maryland for Sally’s baby shower when Stevan was close to arriving. It was my first-time meeting Stacia and seeing their parsonage in Easton. Stacia was not at all thrilled to meet me. I still remember that and laugh! She was not as taken with me as her Mommy was! Sally introduced me to many of the church folks and even set me up with a date. I was not thrilled about the whole thing but went reluctantly. She somehow talked me into doing a lot of things I never wanted to do or would have done without her pushing. Can you relate??
After I was married and had children, we had many special times of visiting each other and vacationing together. Sally and Paul love my children just like I love theirs. They are Aunt Sally and Uncle Paul to my children and I am Aunt Pam to theirs. When Stacia was diagnosed with cancer my heart broke with theirs. We were privileged to pick them up at the airport after Stacia’s Make A Wish trip to Disney World. I will be forever grateful that we were able to do that because Stacia died not long after that trip. I was able to attend her funeral and be, once again, treated as part of their family. I tried with all of my heart to be there for Sally as much as I could even though we lived hundreds of miles apart. Every opportunity I had to share in her grief, over the phone or in person, I took. I wasn’t sure she was going to make it through those first dark years. But God is faithful and Sally never lost sight of the hope she had in Jesus and the hope that she would see Stacia again one day. That hope is now realized. Soon after Stacia’s funeral, Sally, Paul, Stevan and Sher came to Indiana to visit us. It was such a difficult time but being together was such a treasure and a blessing. During that visit Sally, in spite of her deep grief, sensed there was something wrong in my life. She was really, really good at reading people. Several years later my husband and I divorced. Guess who was there to help me pick up the pieces? Sally. Enough said.
God knew that I needed Sally in my life. There were times she held on too tightly and I resented it. I was able to convince her, once-in-a-while, that I was a big girl and could do things on my own. She would loosen her grip a little bit but I am so very grateful that she NEVER LET ME GO!
I miss our almost every Saturday phone conversations and Facebook connections so much already! But this I know:
She no longer has to grieve over the death and missing of Stacia.
She no longer has to miss her Momma.
She no longer has pain and suffering.
She no longer has to worry about Paul, Stevan, Sher, Jessica, Ezra and Ella.
She no longer has to be afraid to go into a public restroom.
She no longer has to thoroughly wash an unpeeled banana with hot & soapy water.
She no longer has to fear being licked by an animal.
So many, many treasured memories of my best friend, Sally Ann Miller Sheets. I will always love you.

Cousin Sally, when it comes to cousins you're one of a kind. Being 4 hours away from all our relatives it was a treasure to travel to PA, 2 or 3 times a year. We would travel on a Friday afternoon and get there on time to see some of the Miller Auction (what a joy) to hear Pappy, Uncle Wilson and Glenn take turns auctioneering. When you first walked into the auction there was Sally and Aunt Ruth behind the concession stand. What good food and always with a big smile on their faces. R.I.P.
Paul, Stevan and family and Sherilyn and Scout, I'm so sorry about Sally, she fought a great fight, but the Lord wanted her home. You'll always be part of the Miller Clan. With my deepest sympathy and love.

Dearest Paul, Stevan and Sher,
My heart is heavy with the news of Sally's crossover to her Heavenly home. My deepest condolences go out to you and your families. My daily prayers for strength & healing will continue for you.

Sally is one of the strongest, sincerest, loving and God praising women I've known. I will miss her stories about how Jesus guided her to witness to countless numbers of people. Sally is no longer suffering and in pain. She is celebrating with her Lord & Saviour, Stacia Cressa and all those gone before her. Sally's bright light will live on in our hearts and minds until we see her again. All my Love goes out to you, Paul, Stevan and Sher. In Jesus name, Amen.
🙏❤🙏❤🙏❤🙏❤🙏❤🙏❤

Dear Paul, Steven and Sherilyn,
My dear friend Sally got there sooner than expected. Heaven's Jesus is her light and she is able to fully enjoy the beautiful flowers and colors in her new home.

I'm sure she is joyfully telling stories to Stacia and the others pulled to her by her magnetic personality. No one wants to miss out on the fun, laughter and singing around her.

It was always a highlight of my year to sit down at Sally's dinner table when Bob was DS in South Carolina. It was always special. I especially remember one Sunday night when we went to her house after church and she cooked up some sloppy Joe sandwiches and Sherilyn made some egg salad. Even late night suppers were fun and tasty.

She was one of the first people to meet us at Table Rock to greet our newly born granddaughter Scarlett. We have videos of her holding and loving on Scarlett.

Through the years I always looked forward to her face book likes and comments when Jonathan posted about his family. She never stopped loving us even when the miles separated us.

We loved her, and we love each of you. My heart is about to burst, remembering and treasuring thoughts of beautiful Sally. Looking forward to seeing her again in the Presence of Jehovah.

Sally was a very sweet person & a dear friend. She was genuine in her faith in Jesus Christ. I only knew Sally a few short years but she made an impact on my life. We shared our life's events sometimes with laughter & sometimes through tears. I will miss her greatly. I am looking forward to seeing her again in Heaven.

Dear Pastor Paul and family. We were so sorry to hear of your great loss! Sally was a wonderful lady. She was a great encouragement to me in ministry and in dealing with loss. I appreciate her strength and devotion to family. We continue to pray for you all as you morn in the days and weeks to come.

Dear Paul and Family - We were so sorry to hear about Sally. She had fought time and time again with health issues but her battle is over. She is now whole in the presence of Jesus and with others gone "home".
We remember like some others have mentioned our United Wesleyan days together--Paul, Sally, Dave and Bea. I remember the sparkle Paul had in his eyes for Sally and she for him. As others have said, she had a sweet smile and such expressive eyes. The trio that she, Yvonne and Pam sang in had such harmony and the love of Christ behind it. Remember the banquets at UWC, special services in the Chapel, going to Howard Johnson's for ice cream, etc.? Where did time go?
Our last connection with you, Paul and Sally, was at the Mission Holiness Convention at Calvary Wesleyan Church. Dave attended also we believe. It was so good to reconnect. Seeing each other brought back old memories.
Sally and I didn't stay in contact much but when we did, she always had a sweet demeanor in her replies. When Dave died, that was our last correspondence giving me Dave's, Judy's and your address. We have no email to communciate to you and don't do FB. If you would like to connect, we would gladly welcome the exchange.
Paul, you have been a faithful husband through good and bad times. Our hearts go out to you and your family during this part of the journey of life that is so difficult. Sally's work is over but God still has a work for you to do. We know you will continue following His leading as you have done in the past. You will not go alone, our heavenly Father will go before you and give you strength. Your family is in our prayers.

Grateful for your friendship,
Greg and Kristy

Paul and Family, So sorry for your loss. Being far away, Really remembering and enjoying Christmas's spent at Pappy's and Grammy's.
Really had a great visit with Sally and Paul about 5 years ago when got out of the hospital, I was making applesauce and gave some for Sally to take home and some home made pickles. The visit was very uplifting and fun. Thank you for visiting us. With our Love Keith and Barbara

I have struggled trying to find the right words to describe my feelings for Sally. We were friends for almost 50 years. How do you put all of that into words?
Sally was an incredible lady. She always was singing and I loved that about her. She loved hard.....
She loved Paul
She loved her three children, Stacia, Stevan and Sherilyn.
She loved her grandchildren, Ella and Ezra.
She loved her friends.
But mostly she loved her Lord.
I miss her so much, but know we will meet again. I will know her by her giggle and her sweet voice.
I am so thankful that our paths crossed so many years ago. Thankful for a friendship with a lifetime of memories.
Praying for all who loved her.

Let’s see where do I begin ? First let me say to my Most Favorite Pastor of all my life, Pastor Paul Sheets, how deeply sorry I am for the loss of your Dear Mrs Sally Sheets.
I cannot imagine the loss you have experienced. We all know Mrs Sally is rejoicing and praising God Our Father and Jesus His Son. We all know Mrs Sally is reunited with Stacia and family who have passed on before her. We all know that she is healed, healthy, and happy to be with Our Lord and Savior. We all know that our earthly loss is Heavens gain. Heaven is so much sweeter with Mrs Sally Sheets there. Pastor Paul I cannot begin to imagine the pain, heartache, and loss you are experiencing. I’m sure there aren’t words than can begin to explain continuing this journey here on earth without your Dear Mrs Sally by your side. Please know that you are in our prayers. Please know that we love you so very much and ask God to put a hedge around you to protect you as you adjust to the journey you must continue until He calls you home.

Stevan and Sherilyn I cannot begin to know how you are feeling as I still have Mama here with me. I know Mrs Sally isn’t sick or hurting anymore and I know that in some ways may be a relief to you both. I’m so sorry for the loss of your Precious Mama. She’s seen Heaven, things we can only dream of. Please know that we love you both so very much and are praying for you. Asking God to comfort the ache in your hearts and to soothe the hurt you feel in missing your Precious Mama. When we lose someone we love it doesn’t get easier with time. It doesn’t stop hurting. We just trust in Our Father to help us learn to cope minute by minute, day by day until we are reunited with our loved one.
Knowing your Dad and Mom has been a great privilege in my life. During the time they were at Graham Chapel church and Open Door was some of the greatest times of my life. Their love and adoration for The Lord and each other led such an example for me. My son will never forget your Mom and how she always welcomed hugs or your Dad and him always doing the Hardware Store when shaking hands.
Please know you all are in our prayers. Also know that we love you all so much. You guys are more than just a former Pastors family. You all are Family that we love so much.
With all my Love Angela Whitt

Paul and family,

Judy and I are sorry to hear of Sally's passing. We are praying for God to bring peace and comfort and strength to you in these coming days.

I thank God for the 69 years and 4 days that I knew Sally. And as her brother, I loved her all her days. We had much in common, but one of the gifts that God gave her in a double portion was a great memory. Others have said it so well, that Sally readily met strangers and made friends-for-life. I expect, too, that she could remember all of her many loving, funny, encouraging,prayerful,counseling, instructive, inquisitive, etc. postings on Facebook. She was friendly and loving to all, motherly to family, a faithful wife & pastor's wife, and much more. Her talents of music, hospitality, cooking and baking were added blessings.
God did lead her through some deep valleys, but those trials blossomed into wisdom and strength to help others in similar circumstances. Sally was blessed with a discerning spirit, which I wish and pray I had more of. We are confident in her love for Christ and that she is safely home.
We love you Paul, Stevan & family, and Sherilyn, and thank you for your loving care, especially in those last difficult but precious months. Our prayers and readiness to help in anyway we can, are yours.
Love, Barry

Sally always made you feel like she was happy to see you - Her eyes would get big and she just made you feel good. Sally was a long term friend of our family, but it was the last 10 years that she and I got much closer. Facebook is a wonderful gift for that for sharing and encouraging from a far, once you already have history and an established base. Sally was a special friend and a very special gift to me. She was always supportive, always helpful and just a pleasant person to be around. I could talk to her about anything. We enjoyed laughing about the various Santa pictures that Paul did. I loved Sally's company when I got to see her, and I loved her spirit when I did not.

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.

My dearest friends, rather, family—Our love and prayers are with each of you.

Ma Sheets cherished family and made me feel apart of yours. I fondly remember how welcomed and cared for both Sally and Paul made me feel while visiting their home during college. No longer just Stevan’s college buddy, I was their son that weekend. Every meal, Ma Sheets presented a homemade feast! And the table was always filled with laughter. If memory serves me, Stevan and I took an impromptu “morning stroll” up their little, backyard mountain. No water. No cell phones. That unplanned hike lasted well into the afternoon. Ma Sheets graciously drove to the backside of the mountain (near Canada I believe) to pick up the weathered hikers. She shared genuine concern for the safety of her sons and well-fed us again that night.

Ma Sheets, each encounter we shared was marked by your warm smile and kind words. You spent your life curating encouragement all around. Thank you for caring for me as a son, as you have done for so many other “extended family”. In this you have shown me Christ.

Much love to all the Sheet’s family.

IN REMEMBRANCE OF MY DEAR HIGH SCHOOL TIME TOGETHER, WHERE WE ALWAYS FOUND SOMETHING TO LAUGH ABOUT WHEN TOGETHER. I WOULD VISIT HER AT HOME, KNEW HER PARENTS FROM GOING TO THE AUCTION HOUSE WHERE THE FAMILY ALL WORKED TOGETHER. I VISITED SALLY AT THE BIG MILLER HOUSE, TALKING, SHE STARTED DRIVING AND SHE TOLD ME SHE WOULD ASK FOR .50 CENTS OF GAS BE PUT IN HER GAS TANK, WE BOTH LAUGHED OVER THAT STORY....SHE WENT TO COLLAGE AND MET PAUL, AS I WAS WORKING AT A BEAUTY SALON AND THE BOTH OF THEM VISITED NE THERE AND I GAVE PAUL A HAIRCUT. THEY WERE A CUTE COUPLE. SOON I GOT A WEDDING INVITATION FOR THEIR WEDDING......HER PARENTS SINGING AND THEN PAUL AND SALLY SANG THEIR VOWS TO EACH OTHER, MOST BEAUTIFUL WEDDING IVE EVER GONE TOO. WELL, THEY MOVED AWAY TO N.Y. AND WE LOST TOUCH WITH EACH OTHER, LATER THEY WERE IN LANCASTER....WE CAUGHT UP WITH EACH OTHER AFTER STACIES PASSING......SINCE THEN THANK GOD FOR FB, WE FOUND EACH OTHER AGAIN......SO IVE BEEN KEEPING UP WITH HER ON FB AND KEPT HER IN MY PRAYERS. I LOST A FEW MORE FRIENDS FROM SCHOOL TOO. GONE, BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN, AS HER LAUGHS LINGER IN MY HEART AND MIND......LOVE YOU SALLY! HU
GS TO YOU AND OUR MOST HIGH GOD!

I always enjoyed being with Sally at Sunbury Camp. She was always fun to be with. We visited their church in Port Ann and went to an Italian restaurant after service. We also visited an ice cream shop and ate teaberry ice cream. Will miss her, but am rejoicing with you that she is finally free from pain and home with the Lord. I was able to understand chemo because I had gone through that too. God bless the Sheets family as they go through this grief process yet again. May God give you comfort and peace.

Jim and I first got acquainted with Sally and Paul at Denton Wesleyan Camp in the 1980’s. We sat behind them during the services. Stacia was about two years old at the time and she won our hearts. It was very evident that Sally was a loving wife and mother. We missed seeing Sally, Paul, and the family when they moved away.

I was thrilled when we became friends with Sally on Facebook so we could get reacquainted and discover what was going on in each other’s lives. I loved reading her posts because Sally had a great sense of humor. It broke our hearts when we found out she had cancer. I then let Sally know I was praying for her daily. She was so appreciative of my prayers and we would correspond with one another. Sally was strong throughout her pain and suffering and truly was a witness of her faith in God. Jim and I feel it was a blessing to call Sally our friend.

We want to express our sympathy and love to the Sheets family. I am praying daily for Paul, Sherilyn, Stevan, Jessica, Ella, and Ezra. May you each one sense God’s presence and peace during these difficult times. Sally felt your strong love and support as she battled this horrible disease called cancer. I am sure Sally felt your love and was comforted once again knowing her family was sitting at her bedside praying as she departed from this life. Sally has now gone to her new home where there is no more pain. What a blessed thought!! May this bring each of you the wonderful peace and love from the God you serve!!

Love & Prayers,
Jim & Etta

We prayed for Sally and for your family when we heard she was sick. We were saddened to hear of her death. Please be assured of our continued prayers for your family.
Blessings,
Donna & Preston

My beautiful friend Sally has gone to heaven.....she was someone whose friendship could be picked up right where we left off! When I get to heaven, that’s how it will be for us there too😁
Blessed memories of our lives intersecting while young pastor’s wives in NC; and the delicious homemade cheesecake from her talented hands♥️
Love and prayers for all the family who are left without her♥️

Ever since i could remember my mom always told me stories about Sally and Pastor Paul. I never got to meet them in person but they were just the sweetest, just by the stories I was told. Sally was always there for my mom, no matter how long they went with not talking! She was a one of a kind soul and she will forever live on in our hearts! Love and prayers to all of you! And know your New Jersey family -Frances and Rachel love you all so much! ❤️

I never had the chance to meet her but through Lori’s words you can tell she was loved and cherished so much. I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. Sending hugs and prayers to you in your time of mourning. God Speed.

For many months Don and I have prayed for Sally. A memory I have of Sally occurred at camp meeting at Table Rock in SC. Both of us were sitting in the rocking chairs out in the breeze way outside the lodge prior to service time. We talked about Denton Wesleyan Camp, the history of Don's Mom and her Mom and the love for music shared by her family and many in the Hurlburt family. Allentown Bible college had made an impact on the direction of our lives because of family getting grounded there in things of God. Facebook kept us up to date as Paul and Sally moved from SC to Pennsylvania and we moved away to North Carolina. But always, we communed with God about the needs of our families. May God continue to bless, hold close and give comfort to the entire Sheets family.
Don & Gail Hurlburt
Randleman, NC

I am so grateful to have know Mrs. Sally for a short time. She made a lasting impression on my life. She loved her family and loved to cook. I remember on one occasion she had made fried rice. I thought it was so good!!! She told me how to make it, and I remembered!!! I still make that same recipe today. I am so saddened by this loss; you all are in my prayers.
With Love in Christ,
Chrisy

I met Sally and the rest of the Sheets family when they pastored the Henrietta Wesleyan Church. She was an inspiration then and continued to be through her chemo treatments. She will be missed by all who knew her.

We became friends with the Sheets family when my husband, Jim, was a staff pastor at a Wesleyan church in Painted Post, NY. Paul & Sally were on our district. They knew our struggles there & it was always great to be able to get together with them to share & laugh. They loved on us to death!

Sally was the ultimate host. She was so sweet, kind, & totally genuine. I loved her practicality in life. I remember her telling us how sometimes people would stop by unannounced. They would hardly have anything to fix as a meal for their guests. But if they had bread, peanut butter, & jelly, she would make sandwiches. So, even when they had so little, they still gave what they had & made you feel so special. She was that way with everyday life & her walk with the Lord.

I also loved how she could laugh at herself when making mistakes & doing something really silly.

After leaving NY, we stayed in touch through the 30+ yrs. Facebook, especially, was a blessing to be able to see your family & all that you were doing.

She missed Stacia terribly. To this day, I remember her call to us about Stacia having cancer. In spite of that, she never seemed to waiver in her love for Paul, Stevan, & Sherilyn. She was obviously so proud of her family.

Oh my, & the grandkids! She loved being their grandma!

Sally could tell the most amazing stories. Stevan & Sherilyn, You really need to go through her Facebook messages & find a way to pull out her stories. It would be great for you & your family to read all of her thoughts.

To me, Sally was the perfect pastor's wife. Being so new to it myself at the time, she was such a great example. The main thing was to be myself. She taught me that I didn't have to be & live up to what a congregation thought I should be like. She knew that God had given me certain gifts & talents & always encouraged me to be who God made me to be.

She loved Paul dearly. What another great example. She always wanted to be there for him in every way. They had an amazing relationship.

I know my thoughts here are very random. Please forgive me. I will always remember my dear friend, Sally, & I thank the Lord & your family for sharing her with me! You are all in my thoughts & prayers!

Lee and I were so saddened to hear about the passing of Sally.
She was so special, and her stories were such a joy!
She was remarkable in good times and difficult times.
So thankful that we had the privilege to know her.
Her life was an inspiration and it lives on in all who knew her.
Our love and prayers to Paul and to all of the family.
Bev and Lee Collins

Aunt Sally, you have been such a huge part of my memories, since I was a small child but more recently through our adventures in Santa pictures and trips to see Sher in Chicago. I can speak for my family and myself, we will miss you more than we could ever describe with words. Christmas at my studio will never be the same without you sitting next to me watching the kids and talking with the parents. You had a genuine desire to know people, to love people and to connect with people, adults and children alike. I will forever cherish the recipes you gave to me and memories of making hot chocolate with you in Chicago. You were the best hugger and a cheek pincher just like your mama. Being with you was always a joy. I will forever remember our adventures with such fondness. If not for Santa pictures, I wouldn’t have these memories. I have said this 100 times already this week but I am so thankful for the time God gave us together over the last 10 years. For our special talks, inside jokes and too many delicious meals to count. You have left quite and imprint on this world, one that will be felt for a lifetime and beyond. I have experienced joy this week as I imagined you reuniting with Stacia and your parents and with Jesus himself, telling you well done. I will miss you so much, thank you for everything.

Uncle Paul, Stevan, Sherilyn, Jess, Ella and Ezra: you are in our hearts and minds constantly. Please take the time you need to grieve, whatever way that means for you. I know hearing how much your wife/mom/grandma meant to others will help your hearts mend. Thank you for setting this up for others to share. We love you all so much. Our prayers are covering you in these difficult days ahead.

Lori, Mike, Katie and Rocco

Sally was a mom to me during a time where my own mom and I were not talking. Sally opened her home and her heart . Even with 3 young kids and a busy husband pastor Paul. I am so grateful for all the fun and jokes we shared . The long talks about religion. The lessons on cooking and our giggles during our grocery shopping. I will never forget how she taught me to handle when stacia passed. Pastor Paul you and the kids stay strong and love each other. Sally was the most beautiful person I have ever had the pleasure of meeting and loving . She will be in my heart forever . God just got the most wo

I will truly miss Sally’s post that she always did. I will also miss our private chats that we had on face book messages. Never will forget when Pastor Paul and her was at Carlisle Wesleyan church and on how I loved to hear her sick. Prayers for all of you.