Year 2002 Tributes

Ickabod thru Izzy

Icky,
From the moment we saw you we knew that you were the dog for us. You were the only red pitbull in a litter full of dark brindles, you stood out as being special and unique. You did so much to help our family through the hard times after loosing someone that we love. You gave us hope and an enjoyment for life again. You knew just when we needed to feel loved and cuddle. You could make us laugh at a moment's notice by running your circles to the chant of go-Icky, go-Icky. The girl's miss the games of hide-and-seek that you played with them. Now they have to do the seeking.

You took on the roles of son, brother, protector, companion and confidant. We would do anything to rewind the clock the night that you were taken from us. There is a void of sadness now that you are gone. You are not there to greet us when we come home. You are not there to hog the bed and covers at night. We miss the ray of sunshine that brightened up our day. Even when you did something wrong, staying mad at you was impossible because one look from those loving eyes was enough to melt our anger away.

We are glad you are no longer suffering. We look forward to having you greet us in heaven and know that you are looking down on us and protecting us until we meet again.
We love you with all our hearts our Icky boy.

Love Forever,
Randy, Becky, Ashley & Jordan

I pray that my little Icy is in Heaven with St. Francis. She was a deaf kitty and always so afraid. I was the only one she trusted and I want her to know that I love and miss her with every inch of my being. I pray that she be risen to heaven and cared for till I can be there with her.

I love you Icy.
MaMa

The first and only dog of my Life the only real friend I ever had, the sweetest of all souls, the beauty of Love leaved in your eyes. Alone now I search everywhere for you and my life is empty. You learned me to have strength, to stay alone and to do everything with you beside me and kow my whole life is a desert. I dream you and I try to hold you every day

Ianthi Assimakopoulou

We will always miss you. You were my first and died to young.

Margreet

I miss your talking and loving little presence. My heart is broken. Fang is calling for you; he misses you. Please come back.

Kim Byrd

To Ike, my beloved (big) puppy dog: It was so hard to say goodbye to you today, but harder yet to see your grand spirit wanting to fly and do all that your body would no longer allow. You were the best friend, the most loyal I may ever know. You loved every person and ever dog you ever met. I wish you could live at my house forever, but you will always be in my heart. Now you can be with Tok once again. You taught me so much about love and I was so very blessed to have you for 13 years.

Joyce

To my sweet gentle Ike who came to our family as a rescue in July 1998. We never knew how old he was, we never knew his real name. We knew he had been mistreated. We knew that at some point in his little life he had been loved. We are grateful for the trust he placed in us. Our lives were enriched by watching him learn to trust and love again.

Jackie Pope

Ike was one of our first two cats. His sister, Tina, died two years ago. He was big and our other cats loved and respected him. We used to call him the godfather of the house. A piece of our hearts went with him. Love you forever "Spud."

Bruce and Mary Sendra

They were much loved and will be much missed by Joyce and Joe and their canine siblings. They are being allowed to go together so they won't be alone. They were preceded to Rainbow's Bridge by Tillie and Sammy who will be there to meet them and show them the way, and will wait there to someday be rejoined by their people. They left behind so many wonderful memories and will always be loved.

Dear kitty, thank you for gracing us with your hard-mousing, silk pajama-ed quacking, jabbering presence those many, but in the end too short, years. We love you.

Bob & Kathy

Our special wonderful little being who stayed as long as he could. We can no longer hold you in our arms but will always hold you in our hearts. We all miss you.

Peg Kaplan

India, Our sweet baby girl. You were taken much too soon. You were our life, our light and you left your pawprints all over our hearts. Your brother misses you and looks for you every morning. We will see you again little one but in the meantime keep Bear company at the bridge.

Always our Love,

Amanda and Alex

Indio Rose born 95---died 08-21-02 Doberman, our sweet Blue baby, due to a "problem" you never really grew up, but always stayed our "baby." Even as the lymphosarcoma was taking your life you stayed sweet and gentle. I will never forget the look in your eyes that last morning, as we took your life, as if asking me what we expected of you, wondering, alert, and oh so sweet. We didn't expect anything sweetheart, we just wanted you to be able to breathe again and not be in so much pain. Now, you, Max, and Raven are all together, please don't forget how very much you are loved and missed. Your mommy Susan Beals

Indy was a puppy mill baby with many health issues and many physical deformities. ALL of which could have been prevented if she had only been taken care of and loved as a puppy and not forced to live a in cage many times too small for her. She only weighed 1lb when she came to us.
she could barely walk and was very ill. Yet she had a pride in her eyes and such a strong desire to live and to be happy. In a few weeks the worst of her illnesses had been treated and she learned for the first time what it was like to play and to have other animals for companions as well as have her own humans. Indy learned how to use her wheel chair ramp and was able to get up and down the deck so she could go outside in the backyard as she pleased.
On 9/11/02 her trachea collapsed as a result of damage done to her when she was a pup and I gave her mouth to mouth all the way to the vet as I listened to the reports of the terror in New York. Surgery was done and again she was home with everyone that loved her. She grew stronger by the day and healthier and was my constant source of joy.
She stole the bows off of the Christmas packages under the tree and always made us laugh with her antics. On 2/17/02 I went to work as usual and at noon received a call from my husband that Indy was dead. My heart is broken and there is a hole that will never be filled. I miss Indy each and everyday and so do her other animal companions.

Indy please find happiness in your new body and I know that all the pain you endured is gone....someday I hope to see you gain. I love you more than you know! And wish you could be back in our lives.

This is for our gently baby who left us too soon. We will never forget or stop loving him. We look forward to seeing him again, so he can be with us once again. We love you, Indy!!!!!

Cody and Christine Mason

This is in memory of my very best friend, Indy J. He was named after the Indy 500 and Indiana Jones. I got him when he was 6 weeks old. On Tuesday, June 19, 2002, I had him put down as he was beginning to suffer from seizures and repercussions from mass cell cancer. He was 11 and 1/2 years old. This is all still very fresh to me as it has only been 24 hours. He was, without a doubt, the very best friend that I have ever had. He is very loved and is being very missed. I love you Indy J, with my whole heart and whole soul. You helped me through all my good and bad times and I hope that you know just how very much that you mean to me and how very much you are missed. Big hugs my friend. I love you, I love you, I love you. There will never be another you. You stole my heart my dear handsome man.

Katrina

Inga was my beautiful girl. My big beautiful baby girl. She was my best friend. I would sometimes sit and look at her and marvel at how beautiful God had made her. You see she was a big gorgeous rottweiler. She was my dog and I miss her so much that my heart aches. She was loving and gentle and A sweet natured girl. she would lie on the couch and just look at me with those big Inga eyes I think just to be reassured that I was still there. My husband and I don't have any children and my Inga was my child. She followed me everywhere I went inside and out and laid beside me at night while I slept. Sometimes I would feel her cold nose touch me at night and I would reach down and pat her head to let her know I was still there. Inga was five years when she left us. I started working new early morning hours at my job and I would get very tired at night waiting for my husband to get home. One night Inga was lying by me on the couch and she raised her head and looked at me. I asked her if she had to go outside and she did . I thought it wouldn't hurt to let her out by herself just this time since it was late and I was tired so I did and the rest is history. My husband found her dead in the road and it was because of my foolishness. I will never forgive myself. It is my fault that I lost her. I thought she was too smart to get hit. Dear God in heaven please forgive me for not watching her when I should have been. I do thank God for blessing my life with her. I miss her so much. It has been three months. I miss the sound of those big feet walking down the hallway. I miss those wild eyes she'd get when you'd mention food. I miss her waiting just inside the door when I come home from work. I miss how she'd get excited when I would start to sing and I miss my couch partner; but most of all; I miss my friend. I'll always love you Inga.
Love mom.

Ingrid, we will love you with all our hearts forever. You were a beautiful little soul who brought us so much love and joy. We will miss you always and forever. I hope you're in kitty heaven now.

Dale

Like an angel, you asked for nothing but gave everything.
Like an angel, you brought joy & love to our hearts.
Like an angel, we will miss & love you forever.
Especially your pal, Bogart.

Love & Miss you, Mummy, Daddy & Bogie.

A gentle soul full of love and joy which he shared freely.

Billie Taylor

A Christmas tribute to my friend John's special little girl, Inky. May she shine in Heaven and twinkle with the other stars around her~~~~~~~~Bonnie

I have five cats and a long hair Chihuahua but my relationship with Inky was like no other. Inky was my special baby. He needed me like a infant needs his mother. He worshiped the ground I walked on. When I walked in from work, he would stretch out his paw and gently touch my cheek welcoming me home. Inky died January 11th this year. He was four years old. It was such a shock. He showed no signs of illness or discomfort. He was such a trooper. One day we knew something was wrong. He was hiding. That was so not like him, he was so outgoing. We took him to Country Chase Vet in Tampa, where Dr. Boston Diagnosed him with Restrictive Cardio Myopothy. His little heart didn't have the strength to beat anymore. We then took him to Florida Veterinary Specialists. We spent the required $2500.00. We gave him the best possible care, ultrasounds, oxygen tanks, three different heart medications. The works. He gave up on life one week later. I cant tell you how much my heart is still aching. He was my Inky, my little angel. I cant wait to see him running over the rainbow bridge towards me when it is my turn to give up.
Thank you,
Heather Van De Mark

I'm sure I could write a book about my feelings for you and what your loss represents, so all I will say is that my love for you will never die, your grace will always be present in our home, and thoughts of you will never be far away. We called you Reeenes, and we never knew how to spell it, but who cares. You were Mommy's sweet little angel blessed with a wonderful life, and a personality all your own. Life will never be the same without you, but you will never be forgotten, that's a promise. Rest in peace my beautiful Reeenes.

I called her my "sweeter sweeter pumpkin eater." Don't know why. She never had pumpkin. She was the love of my life and I hope and pray I see her again when it is my time. To the best and sweetest little girl I have ever known. Mommy misses you and loves you very much.

Susan Bradshaw

Iris was a very special cat; she was a fighter. When we rescued her as a kitten, the vet didn't think she would make it, but she pulled through, and always seemed so grateful to be alive. She was very affectionate, and would greet us on the porch every evening with a "kiss." The kids adored her, and miss her terribly.
She was attacked and killed last week by a dog whose owner let it outside on the street without a leash. She fought hard all day to make it, but in the end her little heart just gave out. The drive to the vet's office that morning was heartbreaking, but the drive home was more so. She is buried in our side yard, and the kids have a little candle memorial set up. We miss her each and every day, and we know that we can never find a pet to replace her.
TO DOG OWNERS EVERYWHERE---PLEASE KEEP YOUR PETS ON A LEASH, DON'T LET THEM OUTSIDE IN THE MORNING EVEN FOR A "LITTLE RUN" OUTSIDE OF YOUR FENCE. OUR CAT CAN NEVER BE BROUGHT BACK, BUT IF THIS REMINDER PREVENTS ANOTHER SENSELESS DEATH, THAT WILL BE HER MEMORIAL.

Caleb and Jared

She was a wonderful puppy.

Jamie Arnett

Irma was my best friend, alot of times my only friend, in the 16 years she has shared my life both the ups and downs, I will miss her. Today Dec 10 I made the difficult decision to let her go and I held her as she left this life. I left sobbing it was raining and cloudy outside. I went home and laid in bed devastated, then all of a sudden the sun came out and shown thru the blinds, I felt that her spirit was free and this was her and God's way to let me know I made the right decision and that she loved me.

Irving Yee, an 8 1/2 year old purebreed tricolor beagle, passed away in September 2001 in my mother's arms. Irving belonged to Mr. Richard Yee (my younger brother), who himself passed away of a massive stroke on December 12. 1998 at the age of 29 years old.

On September 11, 2001 at 8:05 AM, my mother and younger sister flew out of JFK Airport in NYC for San Francisco on United Airlines.
My heart stopped when I heard two airplanes struck the World Trade Center. My mother and sister were not hurt and landed safely in Indianapolis, IN for three days, and then continued their trip to San Francisco to visit my other two sisters. Thank God that nothing happened to both of them!

They both returned to NYC safely. On September 23, 2001, Irving passed away at 2:30 PM in the afternoon. Irving had a chronic respiratory illness, and was in constant pain. He waited until my mother came home.
We buried him in our backyard and placed a headstone in memory.

We love you Irving and miss you very much! Please find Richard and keep each other safe... We will see you guys soon.

Yuen-Hing Yee, Raymond, Janice, Darlene and Richard.

Raymond Yee

Isabel had seizures that got worse all the time and I could not ask her to suffer anymore in life. I miss her so. She was a great friend.

Connie Christopher

The loyalist of the loyal. I love you Izzy.

Jeanie Forgey

Darling Issa,
You were our hero, the feathered friend and survivor who stayed with us long past the time we thought that we would have you. You brought joy to all who met you. Harry and T-Rex will miss you desperately. You taught John how to love. We will never forget you and your gentle way. Traveling mercies!!

Veronica & John

Isis was sweet, loving, affectionate, talkative, and loved to cuddle! Isis was a shelter kitty, and we knew she had a URI when we adopted. We found out she had FIP when she was spayed. We are happy that we spent time loving our little Goddess instead of spending the rest of her life in a cage. She would give hugs, putting her little paws around my neck. It was very hard to let her go. We are very thankful for the opportunity to give her love during the two months she was with us. Our love will be with you always, little girl.

Cherie Bentley

So many people love and miss you, Isis. You were are still are the most beautiful, loving dog I had the honor of sharing my time with. I hope you're healed and healthy now, and you're once again chasing laser pointers and running in the ocean. I love you and always wil...

Denise Warshany

Ita was a still-young little being so full of light and life. She was such a tough, active little girl who also had an incredibly sweet and loving personality. She gave kisses to everyone who took the time to meet her. The light has gone out of the place where this little angel and I lived together.

Pat Boyd

Itches, my spunky and beloved little fuzzer, I miss you so. After all we went through together and all of the battles you fought, it is hard to believe that I finally lost you. You were my special pal. Thank you for waiting for me on your last day. I love you so, little one. I miss your little meow chirps and the jingle bell of your collar as you bunny-hopped your way up and down the stairs. Enjoy the Bridge, my sweet one. I'm sure you're keeping some guardian angel busy with your antics and your mischievous ways.

Karen and Dave Whitney

Thank you boy for all the memories. You left us too soon, and we miss you dearly.

Tom and Lisa Sileo

loyal, loving companion and courageous defender. You are missed as much as you are loved. mom, dad and mitzy

Suzanne and Charlie Lovell

Out of the Corner of My Eye

Sometimes I think I can see her, just out of the corner of my eye. I turn my head looking for that flash of fur that I thought I just saw. A huge sigh escapes my chest as I remember that she is gone. She is gone. Pain is entrenched in my heart, and a shadow has fallen over my life. I find myself looking for her, always. Looking for her to walk through the doorway, to paw at me to ask to cuddle in my lap. I listen for her bark when I turn the key in the door, and for her to greet me with gentle kisses in the morning when I wake up. My grief is indefinable.

I still mistakenly fill her dish, and call her to come out side or to come inside. I still lay my bedclothes on the bathroom rug for her. She used to love to come in the bathroom with me every morning when I showered. She would make a nest in my bedclothes and wait for me to shower and get ready for work. It was our private time together. It was our special time.

She was my first dog, and she was my heart dog, and I will miss her terribly for the rest of my life. I can hardly breathe.

She is so terrified of other people and dogs, I am afraid of what she has to endure until I get to be with her again? She has been my reason for living for so long, I just don’t know what to do anymore?

It is so strange, but when I feel this despair, when I feel this pain, sometimes I think I can see her out of the corner of my eye. For a moment, I see that flash of fur and I think she is trying to tell me that everything is going to be all right.

At least I hope she is.

I hope she is all right.

I hope I get to see her again.

I pray I get to see her again. To get to hold her again.

Itsy

You have been my world for 10 years. I hope that I have given you half of what you have given me. You are indubitably the most incredible being that I have every met, my life will never be the same with out you.

With the deepest regret and sorrow,

Your mom,

Jodi

Bitsy, Glad I had 8 yrs of knowing and loving you, wish there could have been more. I know that now you are not in pain and are in a better place. Know that you were loved deeply and will be missed immensely. I love you and miss you my little Bitsy Boo.

Tina

You brought many smiles in your brief time with us.

Mary

The moment I saw you, I knew we were meant to be together. We will be together again. I love you schmoopie.

Brenda

I will treasure my memories of you both, thank you for the time we had together.

Jennifer Hunt-Beauchamp

I am not sure what to say because I wouldn't know where to start or where to end for that matter. Ivory was the most awesome cat I could have ever hoped for. She was beautiful, all white, big green eyes and a very sassy personality. There are a million and one reasons that I love her and miss her so much. It is possible that I am unable to have children, and that is one of the reasons that my boyfriend bought her for me... She kept us sane through living in AK and moving back to WA. As John put it, she was an angel given to us, a little WILD, outgoing, loving spirit who always put a smile on my face and made us laugh with her crazy habits. I suppose her job was done, or perhaps someone else needed her spunk and personality in their life. I feel as though I have lost a child, but where do I go from here?

I love you Ivory Bell :o) Smooches

To my special girl. Even after all this time I still miss you. Although I have another she will never replace you in my heart. We will meet again someday soon.

Lynn Fergusson

My beloved Izzy:
I miss you terribly. You always had a way of making me feel better when I was down. I wish I could have gotten the chance to say goodbye. With love always.
Tricia