I served with Sgt. Meats (actually, he was my supervisor) at Goodfellow AFB in the mid 70’s. He was a fair but tough man who treated his troops with dignity and respect. I recall being scared of him initially because of his crew cut and rock jawed look, but he was a true leader of men in every aspect. I think of him often....that’s how I found his obituary. I only wish I could have told him personally how much he meant to me as a young man, new to military service. I know of many others who revered Sgt. Meats as a boss and as a friend. He left an indelible mark on me that I will never lose. It’s no surprise he became a minister. He ministered to his young troops long before he was called to the pulpit. I am assured I will see him again. Rest In Peace, sir!


I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.

I am so sorry to hear of Sheldon's passing. He was such a kind, ethical individual! Sheldon and I first met when I was a freshman and he was a senior at Ottawa High School, Ottawa, Kansas. We were both members of the Ottawa High School band. Just several years ago, I chanced to speak with Sheldon, who raved about his beautiful wife Sally (whom I've not had the pleasure of meeting) and spoke of the pride he had in his children and their accomplishments.  He will be sorely missed.

Jane Creighton, Pomona, Kansas

KRISTA AND SALLY ,I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. MAY GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY THROUGH THIS TIME OF NEED.

Mary, so sorry to hear about your father.  Know that I'm thinking of you at this time.

Met and worked for Sheldon in 1976 when we were both stationed at Goodfellow.  He served with dignity and honor and I am proud to have known him and called him friend.

Sally,  Shelton will be missed by all that knew him. he was a great man and cousin. There aren't many of us first cousins still here I will always have memories of the family reunions you and Sheldon Lee made to Kansas. May God Bless 
                     Carl Meats and family

Sgt. Meats was one of my Sgt's in the mid 70's. A great and respectable man. Godspeed on your next chapter..I still remember the Suzuki 750 you used to ride to work...

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Sheldon Lee Meats

June 20, 1939 – November 7, 2015

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