Paul Dean Burris, age 87, passed away August 8 ^th 2022 at home surrounded by family.  Arrangements entrusted to Mobley-Groesbeck Funeral Service in Sand Springs, Oklahoma.  Born September 9 ^th , 1934 in Moreland, Arkansas to parents Sam and Lucille Burris (Barton). Shortly after, the family moved to Sand Springs.  Paul attended Charles Page High School, from which he graduated in 1952.  Paul's precision and persistence were defining characteristics that were evident in all that he did.  Paul's senior year sports' record of a clean sweep of championships in Baseball (3 ^rd consecutive), Basketball (4 ^th consecutive), and football is a testament of his talent and hard work. Paul's senior yearbook attributes the 4 ^th championship of the basketball team to Paul, with 22 consecutive wins, a member of the All-Star Team, and awarded the honor of Outstanding Player of the Year.  On October 6 ^th of 1955 Paul married Cordie Barnett. Together they raised 3 boys in Sand Springs.  Paul retired from the United States Postal Service as a mail carrier. Being outside was one of his favorite things. Paul was also an avid golfer. In addition to ensuring his backyard was perfect fairway, he won a car competing in a hole-in-one competition. Paul was an extremely gifted carver. His modesty regarding his woodworking was as great as his talent was encompassing.  Paul was preceded in death by his parents Sam & Lucille Burris, and his brother Jim Burris.Paul is survived by his wife Cordie; their 3 sons Vic and wife Linda Burris of Tulsa, Steve Burris of Sand Springs, Mick Burris of Silver City; brother Jerry Burris of Houston; sister-in-law Terri Burris of Sand Springs; 8 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren, and 1 great great grandson; and an abundance of extend family.