Paula Sheats Obituary
Paula Sheats of Bartlesville, Oklahoma passed away on September 13, 2026. Paula, born on April 5, 1944, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Paula Sheats or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
Paula will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Paula will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Paula’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Paul Gary Goodson and Helen Inez Sheatz (Spence); her former husband Burnette; her husband Harold Sheats; her stepfather Aubrey Sheatz; her uncle Joe; and her aunt Ruby Hughes.
She is survived by: her children, Diana York (Bob) of Bartlesville, OK, Deborah Smith (Garry) of Bartlesville, OK and Billy Sheats (Bobbie) of Pollock Pines, CA; her stepchildren, Patricia Sheats of Bartlesville, OK and Aaron Sheats of Bartlesville, OK; and her sister Fran Riggs (Larry) of Marshall, TX. She is also survived by grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, September 15th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Dewey Cemetery (411 E Don Tyler Ave, Dewey, OK 74029).
