Year
2014 Tributes
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posted in other years)
For pet names beginning with "S".
Sadie Trama, June 2006 - February 13,
2014 
Sadie you were the best dog anyone could have ask for, you were my
sidekick, I loved when you sat on my lap like it was normal for a
80 lb.dog to climb right up there, you had the kindest heart, and
greeted all of us with a present when we got home, just showing us
how much you loved us. We only wanted to make you better, I
know the surgery took such a tool on you and I know it was not
your choice to leave us, but know that you will always be in our
hearts FOREVER, we love you Bubba so very very much. We (me,
Dad, Josh, Jordan and Diamond) miss you each and every hour of the
day. We will meet again and it will be like no time has
past. Run and play like you always did Sadie Girl, WE LOVE
YOU!
Sam Ortega, 06/13/2002 - 06/25/2014
My Samo Wamo, my Puppy Love:
How I miss you poo. I am in a desert of loneliness where
even with thousands of people around me I am completely alone.
This is because I don't have you, the twelve years that you gave
me, were and always will be the best time of my life.
You gave me unconditional love, and I gave you unconditional
love as well, I miss you coming to greet me at the door, I miss
your hugs and smiley face. You will always be in my heart and I
hope that one day we will be together again. That day will be sad
because I would leave my children, but it will be happy because
you will await for me. I love you my puppy love.
From Mom,Tina and Liz we will always love you Poo.
Samantha, Dec 3, 1998 -
3/10/2014
To my friend and companion. Such a gentle soul.
Who will follow me around the house and sleep on my
pillow. Your brother is looking for you.
I think he misses you even though you always fought.
I am sorry I had you sent to heaven. I did not want you
to suffer. My hear feels like it is breaking. Hopefully you
can find my spookey who passed around the time that you were born.
I am sorry I could not do more.
Sammy, June 1, 1996 - August 11th,
2014
Dear Sammy,
You were the best cat ever. You were the only cat who I
could call mine. I knew you ever since I was born. You were my
Best friend. But most importantly, you were Family. We didn't act
like you were a cat. We acted like you were family, and you were.
I would come home after school to a hyper cat. You meant the world
to me. Losing you was exactly like a death in a family. If we knew
you were sick, we would've taken you to the vet's office sooner.
You loved to just jump onto the dinner table and lick the grocery
bags. Whenever we left a 'My Little Pony' out, you would attack
it. Basically, anything made you happy. We know you had a good and
long life. We hope you have a good one in heaven, too.
I miss you.
I love you.
I'll never forget the good times.
Love, your younger sister,
Mady
And Family
Sammy (Samantha), May 10, 2000 -
August 18, 20013
There are so many wonderful memories of my dog
Sammy. She is a Schnauzer/terrier mix, that I raised from a
puppy thru adulthood.
The one memory that stands out compare to the others. When my
husband comes home from work, the garage door would open and she
started barking, going around in circles. Sammy would always get
a cookie or cookies from her daddy.
We also have a cockatiel name "Tweety", and loves her
daddy as well.
When that door opens up, she starts chirping and Sammy starts
barking until a cookie and a nut is given, there is complete
silence.
On August 18, I sent Sammy to the Rainbow Bridge due to
Cancer. It is not the same anymore when my husband would
come home. There isn't a barking sound anymore, just chirping.
I miss my
best-friend and companion
Samson, 1998 - 04/04/14
Samson, you gave me 16 years of joy and happiness. You were
there through the ups and downs and you loved me in spite of my
flaws. You never judged me when I came home in a bad mood and was
a bit cranky. You never expected anything from me and you
never asked me to change. I can't thank you enough for the
unconditional love you have given me over the years. I am
sorry that you were in pain and I want you to know that I would
have moved heaven and earth to make you better if it had been
possible. I know that GOD has a special place in heaven for you
and all furbabies. When you get there you won't be
alone. Delilah will be waiting and neither of you will be
sick anymore. Tell her Mommy loves her. Rest in piece
my baby and know that I will see you again someday.
Sandy, 07/15/07 - 12/21/2013
A beautiful cat with the most gentle and beautiful
personality of any cat which I have ever known. Someday we
will meet again at the Rainbow Bridge but now I miss her terribly.
Sarah, 03/20/2014
Oh Miss Sarah how you touched our hearts. I'm thankful that we
were chosen to be your parents after your first years of your life
was in a puppy mill. I will remember how you sat an would
beg so cute an with your toothless grin was hard not to give
in. Then as you started to struggle I watched each time an
wondered if I was being unfair. You gave us 6 wonderful years of
love an joy an lots of kisses till the end. I will miss you
everyday until we meet again. I hope you are with our other family
that has left us to yo to Rainbow Bridge. Isa, Tallie,
Bundy, Spanky, Jazzie. I know they are taking good care of
you an your now pain free an playing .....bet you're over
your fear of steps. Love you with all my heart.
Love your
Mom.
Sasha, 10/28/2010 - 08/07/2014
My beautiful Sasha gone to soon only 3 1/2 years old!
She was my every thing. God I love her so much
Why would god take her from me ? She was all I had in this world
She was always by my side so beautiful so gentle so special she
was an angle from heaven I know I felt it! She love to play with
squie balls she had all over the house
And even brought them to bed with us . She would look at you
with her beautiful blue eyes and if you would look away she would
hit you with her cold wet noes to get you to.
Look back at her. She love to go to dog park on the weekends with
my other dog cloe,
Her best friend they love to run and play my yard was to small for
that. To watch them run it was so beautiful her tail strait out
perfect balance so so beautiful !
She would comfort me when a had a bad day at work and relive all
my stress.
She was a siberian husky all the way ,she love to hunt things , I
live in Florida so is lizards ,frogs,snakes . I think it's my
fault every morning before I go to work I check the yard for frogs
any thing that can harm her with a flashlight . She was sniffing
around by the ac unit I knew their was something there but I saw
nothing I should have hosed under it ! But I did not I had to go .
When I came home she was there by the ac gone!
This will haunt me for the rest of days on this earth! I know she
is in heaven she was already angle here! God I lost with out her I
don't know to do she was my everything .i miss her so much I see
every where! I love you Sasha . You will always
be in my heart .a big peace of me is gone that day it went with
you! R . I . P . Sasha
Sasha, 1/1/2002 - 1/1/2014
Sasha brought so much light into my life. Today is a very dark
day. - Kris
I have never met a kitty quite as sweet and special as my little
Sasha Po-Pasha Pickles Boo Boo. Our lives will never be the same
again. - Steve
Sasha clearly loved us both very much. Not so much her brothers
and sister, but she loved us. Her poor little kidneys had started
to fail in 2012, and she had to endure subcutaneous fluid
injections for two years. Her treatments took their toll, but she
still loved us.
She loved head bumps, nose bumps, head scritches and making
biscuits. She loved sleeping snuggled with her momma . She loved
her treats and sometimes, she welcomed chest and belly rubs. She
was the sweetest cat, ever. Just a perfect little angel, with the
cutest little kissy eyes.
Today, her little body had finally had enough, and we had to take
her to the Rainbow Bridge to rest.
She can now rest in peace and await to be reunited with her
family, in time. We all look so forward to that day.
Sleep well, little baby kitty Sasha. Momma and daddy miss you so
very much already.
Kristin and Steve
Sassy, 3/14/14
A year and a half ago a good friend found you with your white fur
covered in dirt and oil, sleeping under a dumpster, and scrounging
for food. She took you to the vet and you were cleaned up and
given a clean bill of health.
Unfortunately, she could not give you a permanent home and asked
us if we could take you in. We weren't sure if Ben, our 20lb. grey
tabby would approve, but you were too cute and we thought maybe he
would like a friend.
Before we brought you home we had a list of names to give you, but
after the first 3 days of having you home with us, we decided on
Sassy. You would bark at Ben when he got near and gave him such
attitude, but to us you were so affectionate and loving.
We loved to watch you chase your tail in circles, chase string and
ribbons, and speed up and down the hallway like you were in a
race. I loved having you snuggle with me on your favorite Betty
Boop blanket.
You seemed to be ok after we moved to the new house, but you
started acting differently. You stopped chasing your tail and
didn't want to play. You started coughing so we took you to the
vet and found out that you had renal failure. You also had an
abscessed tooth making it difficult for you to eat.
We tried our best to give you all the medication the vet said you
needed, but we finally realized how sick you really were. Our last
week with you, I worked from home everyday to take care of you and
to spend as much time with you as possible.
During your final days when you couldn't eat, the vet said we
needed to think about your quality of life. We decided to
keep you home with us and Ben until you were ready to make your
way to the rainbow bridge.
Your last night with us, I was happy to see you eat a few bites of
salmon. Your eyes opened and brightened up for a short moment. I
woke up the next morning and found you curled up in one of your
favorite places to sleep, finally at peace. We cried off and on
all morning, so sad you had left us.
Even though you were in our lives for a short time, we loved you
with all our hearts. I miss you terribly and get sad every time I
look at the empty cat perch you would sunbathe on. Ben misses you
too. He walks over to the cat perch, smells it and looks at me
with a sad look in his eyes.
I hope you are happy chasing your tail, eating catnip and
sunbathing in paradise. You will always be missed little one.
Momma loves you. xoxoxo
Satchel Ketchem aka Bubby, 11/04/2014
Dear Satchel,
I know you are in heaven now, and I am glad you are out of
pain. I want you to know that I loved you so much, during
the four years we were together. You were more than a dog to
me, you were my best friend - a part of me. I did everything
I could to keep you alive, comfortable, and healthy during your
battle with cancer. We shared some good times over the
years, and you helped me during some of the most trying times of
mine.
I'm sorry I wasn't there when you died in the night when I could
have held you to let you know I was there. You were in good
care at the vet though. My only regret is I took for granted
that I would pick you up the next morning to bring you home.
I didn't say my last goodbye to you, as the team was working to
stabilize you.
I hope I get to see you again in the future. I miss you so much,
but I know that you are in a better place. Please know that
I loved you more than I let on, and that we all miss you around
the house. Life will never be the same without you. I
will NEVER forget you. Rest in Peace Bubby :/ I'm
planting a tree in your honor buddy, as you so deserve it after
all you went through!
Love Always, Your Buddy
-Mikele
Sati Whitney, March 1995 - January 26,
2014
Sati, beloved Persian kitty and friend…. (1995 – 2014)
Our beloved sweetie-pie Sati passed away yesterday.
She was 19 years old. Sati was being treated for an upper
respiratory infection over the last two weeks and started
declining on Friday and through the weekend.
Sati and her litter mate, Shiva (d.2009) were dumped in a NJ
pound when they were rescued by a NJ Pet Rescue organization and
then fostered by Aunt Michele’s friend Marge. On a brisk
night in March,1997, Aunt Michele asked if I wanted to see “two
adorable Persian cats” as she knew I wanted to adopt two cats
passed the kitten stage. It was love at first sight and I
adopted both of them instantly and then shopped with Aunt Sharon
for the necessary cat essentials. I was quite nervous being a new
cat Mom and both my Aunts were extremely helpful. Sati would
sleep at the foot of my bed on my feet and Shiva slept on top of
my head. Neither was healthy in the early days and we were often
at the Vets. Luckily, both cats were easy to medicate and I
learned to operate a syringe quickly!
Sati lived with me for over 17 years in four different
apartments and saw me through a variety of deaths, divorce, love
affairs and job losses. Sati seemed to know when I needed extra
love to get me through a rough time. I will be forever grateful
for her loving presence, sweet face and lovely soft, silky fur and
warm paws. I was blessed to have her in my life for so long
as the average life expectancy of Persian cats is 12 years.
When Don came into our lives, Sati loved him as much as she
loved me, welcoming him into our home and spending equal
affectionate lap time with both of us. Sati was a champion
at lying in the sun, singing to the water gods at her water bowl,
"allowing" us to pet and groom her and waiting for one of us to
sit down so that she could cuddle up. She was always in the
kitchen with me noticing everything I did and looking up at me
with her sweet, loving amber eyes and funny Persian face.
Below is a picture of Sati.
Sati gave us such gigantic love for a tiny 4 pound kitty. It
was a privilege knowing Sati, our darling little fur baby….she
will forever be missed. The planet Jupiter was setting in
the West when Sati died. Jupiter is the planet of safe travels and
the West symbolizes the afterlife and reincarnation. I know
Sati made a safe journey to the other side.... Until we meet
again, dear Sati, farewell...
Scamp, 3-20-14
This is a final goodbye to my best friend. Scamp, you've been
there from the start. Since I was a baby and you were a pup our
hearts connected like two puzzle pieces. We really were a match
made in heaven. Although I don't remember much of when I was
younger and with you I'm sure you made me just as happy as you do
now. I'll always remember how you used to protect me whenever you
though it was in trouble. The way you could run full speed across
the back yard to catch a ball, stick or frisbee and you'd catch it
almost every single time. I love how I used to ride the quad and
my Motor scooter and you used to chase me around keeping speed
with me or running ahead. I remember racing you back and fourth
over and over again across the back yard. I'll miss our games of
hide and go seek and the way you used to chase me around the house
and i would hop on a bed. I'll miss the way you used to look at me
when I pretended to throw your ball and you knew I still had it.
I'll miss the way you used to bark and howl with me. I'll miss
when you got happy and jumped around and wagged your tail always
hitting people with it and us complaining "it's as hard and strong
as a bat!" You've watched me grow up and I've watched you. I
couldn't have asked for a greater companion to spend my time with.
Although today is you last day here with me it is also your first
day on your new journey into heaven. Things have been hard for you
these last few weeks as you struggled to walk, sleep, and do
anything else. Every time I looked into your once happy puppy like
eyes I now see sorrow and pain which kills me inside. I hope you
know I love you with all of my heart and you are something that
can not and will not ever be replaced. You could always make me
smile and it was impossible to stay mad at you for even a minute.
Saying goodbye to you is one of the hardest things I'll. ever have
to do but sadly it's come to that. While I have the chance I'll
spend every moment with you today, but when the time comes, I hope
we are both ready. Although I wish I didn't have to say goodbye
and the thought of waking up and going into the kitchen and not
seeing you laying there with your friend scooter and your little
tennis ball then to jump up and cry to be let out is going to tear
me apart, but this is what needs to be done. There's no more
"maybe title get better" cause sadly we all have come to the
realization it won't and it has only gotten worse. Scamp I am.
Grateful to say I was a part of your life and I hope you as well
am grateful I was. I wish I could have you just a little longer
but your time has come and god is going to gain another sweet
angel go keep him company and I hope one day we meet again. Love
you forever and always and you will continue to live on in my
memories and my heart. I love you scamp. Soon to RIP.
Scarlet, January 9, 2000 - February 2,
2014
Thank you, Scarlet, our little flower bell, for the many years of
comfort, affection, and laughter. Your beautiful face, your sleek
body, and your tapping feet will never be forgotten. Mommy
and Daddy miss your kisses, your warm body under the blankie, and
your eternal smile. We miss you so very much, and we will
love you forever. Rest well, little girl, and wait for us in
heaven.
Good night, Scarlet, our small flower bell. We love you so
very much.
Mommy and Daddy
Scout, April 1999 - June 10, 2014
I lost my beloved furry baby girl 2 days ago. She was so
beautiful, snow white fur, made the cutest chirping kitty sounds,
loved her head pet and her stuffed pink duckie toy.
I had given her a loving home and cared for her for 15 years. I
feel extreme guilt for not being there for her the last few months
of her life. I had gotten married and moved to Scotland and my
parents took care of her back in Chicago. We found out how sick
she was only a few weeks before I left and I was devastated I was
leaving her. She had what we knew had to be cancer as her blood
tests were very elevated. I feel extreme guilt for not having done
something sooner and feel like I abandoned her during the final
months of her life. I can only be glad she was with my mom and dad
who loved her as well. To add to the pain, I was going home to
Chicago to see her 5 days after she passed away. A friend had said
maybe she could sense I was returning and wanted me to remember
her being well. Not as skin and bones. I would never want her to
suffer a week just so I could see her. I don't think she was
suffering or in pain. She had a "bad day" the day prior, wobbling
around and not eating. She passed in her sleep on June 10.
Scout was my baby. She knew when I was crying and believe she
really tried to console me. She would cock her head slightly and
look contently at me until I looked up at her. She loved her chin
rubbed and made her "Mufasa" face. I could really use her love
right now but I know it was her time to go and now heaven has
another furry angel baby.
I miss you terribly Scouty. Mommy loves you and will miss you
forever. We will be together again one day, I promise you.
- Heather
Seuss, March 28, 2000 - April 26, 2014
Seuss, my blue merle sheltie died in a horrible death. He was
attacked and killed by two out of control aggressive dogs while
he, his brother and my boyfriend was returning from their morning
walk when they encountered two large aggressive dogs running
towards them unattended. Their owners were no where in sight. Poor
Seuss was attacked from behind. He didn't even see them coming. He
was busy doing his own thing. The other large aggressive dog
lunged at his brother but as soon as he had seen what was
happening to his brother Skylar turned on his back. The other dog
then continued to attack Seuss on his side. My boyfriend tried
desperately to fend of both dogs from attacking Seuss but they
were too strong. One of the dogs knocked him facedown on the road
while the other dog continued attacking Seuss on his other side
area. As he was unable to move both dogs continued to attack Seuss
until he was motionless and bleeding profusely on the roadside.
Three teenagers in a car driving up the road stopped and scared
the dogs off of Seuss but it was too late. They drove them to the
nearest animal clinic but the vet was unable to stabilize my baby
Seuss. A decision was made to later put him down. I was angry and
wanted the vet to save him he still had living to do. This should
not have happened!! Never thought in a million years something
like this would ever happen. Seuss had so many deep puncture and
tear wounds the vet tried but couldn't save him. My heart was
broken that day. I don't know if I will ever recover from this.
The police identified the dog owners and they are charged under
dog owner's liability act. I miss Seuss so much. I think of him
everyday. It's been four months since he was killed and my heart
still aches for him. When I close my eyes to sleep I see him
laying on that cold examination table bloody and his little face
in distress. I keep thinking how afraid he was at the end and how
he suffered the attack. I can hear his cry. I'm so sorry we could
not protect or save him. He was intertwined in our lives in
everything we did. Nothing is the same anymore. I feel numb. I
don't know if I will ever recover from this. He was my joy, my
happiness my little boy for 14 years. We had a special bond. He
was the most friendliest, beautiful and wonderful little dog.
Everyone was always drawn to his gentle nature. I miss his barking
and twirling when he greets you or wanting to go for his walk or
treat time. I miss him chasing the broom, watching tv together or
the times he would be looking out the window watching the street.
When someone would be walking their dog he would start barking but
then start whimpering as he would like to greet them. He would
then run to me his fur waving behind him as to tell me he seen a
little dog he would like to meet. He would take me back to the
window but the other dog would be long gone. Looking so sad I
would reassure him next time he'll meet a new little friend. I
hope he's in heaven playing with other little furbabies. I pray to
God that he will keep him safe till we meet again. I miss and love
my baby Seuss so much. Hugs and kisses...love always mommy.
Seymour, August 3rd, 2002 - January
15th, 2014
A little furry, striped Angel sent from Heaven to be my friend, my
companion, my comfort, my baby little guy, my special
'Snuggle-puss'. Words don't describe how much I love you and
miss you. You made my life so much more full and happy,
eased my sorrows, made me laugh, and snuggled me with so much
love, how could I ever thank you for it?
You have now gone to join Sam, Monty and Stanley at the Rainbow
Bridge. Daddy will never forget you - neither will your
little friends Mikey and Joey. We miss you so much.
Here's to the day well are all reunited. Until then, you're
ever in our hearts.
All our love,
Daddy(Bruce-John), Joey, and Mikey
Chris, and all your friends
Shadrack, 2002 - 12/23/14
My precious baby boy, how I will miss you! You gave me
unconditional love and happiness. My heart is broken tonight as I
lay in my bed and you are not with me. I pray and believe that we
will be together someday, all of our pets and family!! I will love
you forever
Shane Isaac Edic, August 26, 2000 -
March 27, 2014
My little boy, you are sorely missed! You were more of a child to
me than any of my other fur babies. Your sweet personality won
over many people, and many in the family miss you too. Many of the
people at the conventions will miss your sweet face.
Why cancer had to come and take you away from me, I don't know. It
wasn't fair. You were such a trooper, but I could not see you
suffer any more. You let me and your daddy know it was time. Thank
you for that.
I know that the girls, Nikki and Kayla, met you at the Bridge. And
I'm sure that you've been introduced to the other fur babies that
we loved. I know mom was there, too, to greet you. You were so
sweet to her when she was in the wheelchair.
We love you and miss you. The house is too quiet without you. Run
free, no pain or limp!
Your mommy, Cecelia
Shelby, 1998 - 11/26/2014
You are and always will be our Precious.
Nicky will watch over you.
Shelby my precious go find Nicky and play at Rainbow Bridge until
Mom and Dad come for you and all our loved ones who now reside at
Rainbow Bridge.
You are already missed!
Shelby Q, 8/30/2006 - 10/15/2014
Dear Shelby,
You were a great dog and we will miss you very much. You
always had a ball in your mouth and ready to play. We are sorry
your life was cut short when you ran away. We will always
treasure the time we had with you. We hope you are having a
good time in heaven because we know that is where you are
now. Keep an eye on us down here and keep us safe.
We love you very much!
Tricia, Abigail, Cole, Catherine and Toby
Shimo, 1996 - 12th August 2013
You were given to me as the unwanted litter of an un-neutered cat.
I had lost a lot of cats that year, and I didn't even want a pet.
We had 3 cats and as my marriage broke down the cats died, first
Vicious, hit by a vehicle and spotted by a friend one Sunday
morning, he was our first very loved pet and I rushed to his side
in my pyjamas, I picked him up and he died in my arms, I still
remember the wail Billy our other cat made when he came to me as I
cradled him in my arms at home. Within a few days we lost our
female Uggles on the same road. Billy didn't see her dead, so I
can only presume he went looking for him, as he seemed to be less
and less at home. The day before he disappeared forever he came
home with a wire noose around his neck.
Then me and my husband separated, but on good terms and for my
birthday he bought me a kitten, he was cute and would climb up my
back as I washed dishes just to watch. I called him Fido. My new
home wasn't in a great area and also had doors you couldn't
install a cat-flap in, during the day when I was at home I would
leave the lounge window open. One day I had to go out and he
hadn't come back. I had only had him a matter of months. I got a
knock at the door to see to my cat. When I got to where he was he
was in a really bad way, a pack of dogs had savaged him, and
despite his days in intensive care at the vets he lost his fight
with death.
After those few months I was so heartbroken I swore I never wanted
another pet.
But I had a friend, a pushy friend who hadn't neutered her pets,
and before I had even agreed I was taking a kitten.
This kitten was Shimo.
She arrived at the worst time possible. I was in an abusive
relationship, with 2 young children and no support anywhere.
I remember her tearing down my venetian blinds and me being more
cross than any other feeling about her.
Then an incident occurred in which I had a broken nose and
concussion and I struggled to stay awake, and she crept under the
covers and just loved me.
This was over 15 years ago.
During that time she has protected my children, albeit
ineffectively, but she has tried, and she has done the same for me
many many times over.
When I have been away on holiday she has pined for me and lost
weight, she has being my best-friend and nurse all in one. She
followed me from room to room, i don't think I will ever be so
loved again. She sat under my baby's chair and attacked other cats
who came near.
I have lost my best friend
The day she left us I knew it was coming, she barely moved, I sat
her by my keyboard and just surfed the web stroking her. She
started to have violent spasms so my son called the vets, before
they could get here she died, in paroxysms, in my arms.
I know no-one will read this but I had to type it anyway.
Rest in peace Shimo, you were a bright star and the universe got
darker when you left.
Shubael Jehudah, 12/23/2012
Shubael Jehudah, was a 16 year old and 3 months, Jack Russell
Terrier. He was purchased off the internet,(like, a handbag)by my
ex-husband to help me get beyond a difficult surgery and the loss
of my Greyhound. Shubael, was an 8 week old puppy from Georgia.
A few months before, we had lost our rescued 2 year old Greyhound,
Eli. He was an ex-race track dog, suffering from a lethal blood
disorder. We now know that Eli's illness was tick bite related.
There was nothing to do for him but to make him happy.
Race-tracked Greyhounds have a high exposure to tick bites and
their diseases. Eli, lived a short 2.5 more months and died a few
days before Thanksgiving. He was cremated and his ashes were
scattered over Nantucket harbor.
Shubael, "the puppy" came a few months later to ease the loss from
Eli's death. I thought that I would never love again. Then, this
tiny white puppy arrived from GA., from a breeder. He was so cute
and cold, it was December. I place him inside my coat and he
nestled in quickly. Even as an adult, he would climb inside my
coat when he was cold.
Everyday with Shubael, was 100% joy. He was a feisty, rambunctious
little dog, terror who died on December 23, 2012 @ 12:30 pm. Two
years later, I still hear him barking in my sleep, I can still
feel him next to me. I miss him so much.
Shuabel, was 16 and 3 months old. Being without him is an eternity
of grief. The loss is profound and there is only time between us,
until we are together again. He waits and so do I.
Sierra, March 2002 - November 8, 2014
I'm so lost without you "Fluff". You were 5 when you came to live
with me, but I remember you when you were a kitten. You were a
feisty little thing way back then. Your dad told me stories about
you getting stuck in that tree and you catching the chipmunk and
bringing it home.
When your dad got married, his wife wasn't a cat lover, so he had
to find you a good home. I came to mind and you came home howling
all the way. When you got here, you hid under the cabinet for two
days until you were ready to explore your home. Before I knew it,
you were running things! We went through a lot together;ups and
downs. You liked to explore in the backyard and you loved
visitors. You were so spoiled and loved.
When your behavior started changing, and you had trouble standing,
I had to see what was wrong with you. For two weeks I took you to
the doctor 4 times to see what was going on. You went in feeling
bad, and came home feeling better, then you were bad again...to
the point where you couldn't stand up. When I found you helpless
and unable to move or use the litter box, I immediately rushed you
to the emergency clinic. You were shivering on the way and didn't
howl like usual on car rides. Your pads were cool to the touch and
you refused to eat.
The next day the vet called me and informed me I should hurry to
see you because she feared you wouldn't make it through the
weekend. I got finished at work in record time and got in my car
to get to you and the car wouldn't start! I got a ride to you and
the nice people brought you in to see me. You looked so lifeless
and not yourself at all. It tore me to pieces. When the vet came
in to see us, she discussed all of our options. I told her, after
careful consideration, I wanted to put you out of your pain and
suffering. I love you enough to see you at peace. They allowed me
to spend some time to say my goodbyes. When the process started, I
couldn't take seeing you like that anymore, so I excused myself.
Our home isn't the same without you here. It was just the two of
us and now I'm here all alone, waiting to hear your little bell
ringing as you come down the stairs to talk. I went in your room
today and I broke down when I looked over at your empty bed. It's
very difficult, and I don't know how long I'm going to feel like
this, but I know you are back to your old sassy self and happy. We
had 7 wonderful years together and all your friends miss you:
Grandma, Auntie Judi, Auntie Denise, Princess, Ali, Temi, Corey
and even Toure. Enjoy Fluff, I'll see you soon...
Simba, 5/23/99 - 10/31/13
I would like to dedicate this song, "Goodbye My Friend" by Linda
Rondstadt to my cat Simba.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aBHcUv_42zI
He was so much more than a friend to me, but the song,gets the
point across. I still can't imagine life without Simba
and I guess I will have to learn to try. He was 'one of a
kind' and had a flair for attracting the media, being so gentle,
sweet and beautiful. I agreed once to do a clip for The
Daily Show for fun and Simba stole the show. More recently,
a few years before his passing, he was in a commercial for a local
amusement park in Albuquerque. The attached photo is a clip
from that. It was at this time that I also learned that he
had a heart condition.
Simba will always be a part of me. I never came across a
sweeter, more gentle and loving cat and I have come across
many. He did not have a mean bone in his body. He
always knew when I was upset and would sit by me to silently cheer
me up. His presence said more than any words could say from
anyone else. I know he would do that now if he was here and
I hope one day we will be reunited in the afterlife.
Sir Shaggy, May 12, 2014
You came to us as a foster 2 years ago. You touched us so
much that we ended up adopting you. Just couldn't let you
go. You were not well even then and we knew that your time
with us would be short. All we could hope for was to give
you a good life while you were with us and I hope we did. I
wish you had more time with us but you grew too tired. As
you passed at home and in my arms I felt an enormous amount of
grief for your neglectful past and for the short time you had with
us. Now you can run, hear and see. Your heart is that of a
puppy's. Your legs are stronger than ever and you have all
the energy in the world.
Sleep sweet Sir Shaggy, at title well deserved. You fought
through so much and never once did you complain. You are my
hero.
I know you were ready to go but I wish you were still here at my
feet.
Miss you terribly.
Mom xo
Smokers, 12/23/2002 - 5/3/2014
Smokers you were just awesome. Everything you did all the
way and you were my main bud. Bear is looking for you and I
miss your standing up at the table wanting more beef jerky; and
sleeping on the pillow! You're in a better place now
so go play and run like you love to do and one day we will be
together again. Until then you will be in our hearts and
missed very much.
Smokey (Kaczowka Whalen), March 1998 -
March 10, 2006
It may be 8 years since he passed but Smokey still remains in my
heart. His picture sits on my kitchen windowsill where I see him
everyday. I have since adopted another wonderful dog,
Curtis, who we love very much. Smokey still holds my heart
and always will.
Smokey Sutton, January 21, 2014
For Smokey Sutton from Otterville from his owner and friend Randy
Sutton:
May happy kisses rain upon your face. My hands again caress the
beloved head and belly and you'll never be absent from my heart.
I love you always.
Randy Sutton
Smoky Bear, 05/1996 - 03/24/2014
To Our Bear,
We love you, we will love you forever. Thank you for 18 wonderful
years together. You were beautiful and loving to the end.
Forever,
Your Mom
& Dad
Snow White, 12/19/1992 - 01/31/2014
"..I said goodbye to you today, little cat.
Fingers caught on bones when I stroked your fur.
You could scarcely raise your head to drink,
yet still you calmed me with your purr.
Were you comfortable curled on the rug?
And did you know your time drew near?
Your wide blue eyes held gentle love,
and quiet pain, but showed no fear.
You slipped away so quietly
that we weren't sure that you were gone.
Our bouncy little cat is stilled
but your spirit lingers on.
Little ghostcat, where are you?
Are you happy, are you strong?
I feel your warmth, your life, your love
and still can hear your purring song.."
Snow White, I did not know you long nor can I say we had the best
relationship you and I; but I do know that your family loved you
greatly. You had a way to affect every one of us in a way
only a pet could. Your unconditional love has touched all of
us and I want you to know you helped me even in your moments of
anger. I knew I wanted to help animals and I wanted to
be a voice for them and being able to heal your wounds
allowed me to see that I had chosen the right path.
Your no longer in pain, you can eat until your hearts content,
your eyes see clearer then ever before, and your legs jump ever
higher.
Thank you Snow White, I will forever be in your debt.
SNOWY aka Whitmer's Snowball, Jan. 13,
2000 - Feb. 5, 2014
My Best Friend and 'Daughter Dog'.
I miss you laying beside my bed at night watching over me.
I miss you siting beside me watching television.
I miss the hide and seek games we played.
You will always be missed. Perhaps more than any other dog I
ever had as a friend.
You were by my side almost 24/7 for 14 years and 23 days.
And for all that time you took the place of my real daughters.
You were indeed my 'Daughter Dog'!
See you at the Bridge some day.
RIP SNOWY
Sparky, November 16, 2007 - November
14, 2013
My dear orange tabby Sparky disappeared on the night of November
14 while out on his nightly romp. He just never came home,
and I am heartbroken. He was the sweetest, most trusting
kitty and I fret over what could have happened to him. We
put up posters, he is microchipped and searched the streets, with
nothing turning up. I will always be searching for him, and
hold hope. Sparky was only 6 years old and loved his home,
so I know he would not have run away.
Sparticas, October 21, 2007 - December
27, 2013
Sparticas was a one of a kind "pup dog" he was a constant source
of pleasure and joy in our lives, he was mischevious, full of
surprises, and our protector...he liked no one with the exception
of myself and my friend and partner, even our close friends could
not come in the house unless he was put away in the fenced
backyard. I found him as a puppy in a burned out mansion in the
small town we live in, I remember I climbed through briers and
weeds and brush and scooped him up my my hands and carried him out
held close to my chest, He was always trying to escape...he was a
"Little Escape Artist" and would take joy in having us shout and
try to get him to come to us. I suppose I should describe "My
Little Fella" he looked like a miniture German Shephard, black and
tan with a hint of white in his neck, big brown eyes, I always
called him that little "Pointy Headed dog" At his last vet visit
in November he weighed 62lbs.He went to the vet more than I went
to the doctor...at least once every 1 or 2 months for the
slightest reason. As it happens although we live in a rural area
of Georgia and our house is on 5 acres of land, the road that runs
in front of the house is a 2 lane 55 mph. highway and people
driving it are usually going 65 to 80 mph, 2 days after Christmas
he somehow got out the front door of the house and ran out into
the road and was hit and killed by what I consider to be a cold
blooded and heartless person....they did not even try or bother to
stop. I have not been the same since this happened, I had to watch
him be scooped up off the roadway and put into the backseat of my
car(which he loved) all I had to do was open the back door of my
car and he would jump right in and be happy to just sit there for
hours if you would let him...he loved to ride in the passenger
seat and I would let the window down just enough for him to reach
up and stick his nose into the wind, it was strange he only liked
my car a Lincoln Town Car. Since the day he died I have done
nothing except cry day and night and pray to God to help me
understand why my "Baby Boy" had to be taken away, I am a single
58yr. old bachelor...he was my only child. I suppose time will
heal to some point but I will never get over or forget him and
Pray that I will see him again someday past "Rainbow Bridge"
Spirit Faith Furpod, 2006 -
August 11 2014
My angel faced sweet loving bunny, heaven on earth and now my
angel in heaven, you are forever loved and cherished. Thank
you for being in my life my best friend, for whom I am eternally
grateful for. Words cannot express how much you are missed,
this is for you my love, my bun bun.
Spooky, 07-13 - 05-16-14
Spooky you were such a sweetheart and Mama loved you SOO much! SO
did Mama Roughette and Mama Socks. And SMudge and Cecilis, and
Gabby and Blanca, Pepper, and brother Buddy. We will miss you SOOO
much but know you are happy with brother Snowy, who also died so
young. Love and kisses, your family, daddy too.
Sport, November 8, 2005 - July
2013
My Dear Sport: As the days get shorter my heart is full of the
sweetest memories possible, pain and longing. I lost the best part
of me when I lost you, and I would give a year of my life just to
spend one more happy day with you in the dog park like we used to
do.
We lived a lot in 7 years and I came alive when I met you. You
gave me joy that I never knew existed, so you must have been a
gift from God. You owned nothing but gave me riches beyond
anything I could imagine; had no words, but communicated like a
champ. You worked so hard to please me, even when you were not
feeling well, that my heart leaped.
When you played, you were the sweetest enthusiastic boy possible,
and when you kept me company when I worked, you melted my heart
when I glanced at you and you were gazing at me with love. Our
relationship was the talk of anyone who saw it. And now you are
gone. I pray each day that we will be reunited someday and believe
it will happen, because you came to me with love that can only
come from the angels. May God protect you til we meet again. Your
Mom
Spottykiss, April 14, 2002 - August
28, 2014
I have to let you go to a place free of pain, but it was
because I love you so much that I didn't want to see you
suffering. I miss you so much that I can't get over it, you were
my love, my helper my antidepressant , the one who cares and hug
me, the one that stop my tears and panic attacks. You were so
kind, humble and love me so much that I will never find another
dog with that look of love and that way to communicate with me. I
will never forget all you did and gave to me. Thanks for all the
love you gave me and thanks God for choosing me to have him in my
house and for sleep with me and take care of me. Love you for ever
my best friend, my for ever loved Spottykiss, we will be
together again some day.
Star Delilah Crown, 3/29/2002 -
09/05/2014
My Dear Sweet Loving Star,
I am so thankful that I had such a wonderful 12.5 years with
you. So many wonderful memories, and such a deep,
sweet part of my heart you shall hold forever. I miss
you so very, very much, but in the end, I had no idea your body
was shutting down, and I am so very thankful God guided me to take
you in and end any suffering you might otherwise have
had. I love you so very much, and think of you
often. Holding you always in my heart, and in His
eternal light. "Mom"
Starr, 2000 - 9/14/2014
My precious, beloved Starshine -
You left me far too quickly, and I miss you every minute of every
day. You filled my life and my heart with so much
love. You made me smile, you made me laugh. My
Princess Kitty, my constant companion, my heart is broken.
My life is empty without you.
I know we will be together again. And I know you're sitting
on Grandpa's lap, getting lots of love. I also know that Grandma
fell in love with you the minute she saw you. They will take
good care of you until I get there.
I love you, baby girl. I love you and miss you so very, very
much.
Mama
Sultan, 1998 - April 21, 2014
Sultan - Mr. goofy, laid back black kitty, loved by all and missed
by "Mom" Cindy and furry pals Star and Sake. I know you are
cuddling with Skylar, Sasha, Sammi and Nalie. Miss them each day
too. Have fun in kitty heaven with them. Love, "Mom"
Summit, November 2001 - July 1, 2014
Summit you have been the best companion any pet mommy could
have. I was so blessed to have you come into my life 13
years ago. I knew I had a special little guy when I laid
eyes on your big black lab head and giant little paws ("big
head"). Every moment from the want to be "lap dog" sits on
daddy, to the stealing your grand vava's hot dog from the table,
and I will never forget the attitudes from no treaties in the
kibble & the tip toeing off the couch...you have made my life
full of precious moments I will never forget. I love you so
much & miss you terribly! You enjoy playing with other
dogs, eating endless amounts of treaties, & loving all our
family & friends you will look over up there until I join you
again. I LOVE you my baby boy & I will forever have a
hole in my heart until we meet again.
Sweet Pea, 08/01/2002 - 08/07/2014
Sweet Pea gave us a dozen years of vibrant, awesome life. She was
always a slight & nimble kitty, seven and a half pounds of
beautiful spirit and energy. She spent the past 6 years of her
life acting as a mother to the other 6 cats she lived with and us.
She would keep the peace and prevent fights between our males,
some of them 3 times her size, with nothing but a look. It's
funny, but weeks since she's been gone they still look over their
shoulder for her while they stalk their brothers. Her litter-mate
brother, Moser, is heartbroken. The two of them share a bond that
I can't describe, and it still exists even though her body is
gone. I wish so much that I could see the two of them, curled up,
together on our bed.
Sweet Pea enjoyed sleeping in high places and warm places, or any
place her mom went a lot. Her pillow, her desk chair, her spot on
the couch, were places that you could normally find Sweet Pea at
rest, if she wasn't hidden in a spot behind the cable box or on
top of the computer CPU. Her favorite nap spot seemed to be on the
back of the chair, while her mom was sitting in it. There was,
however, one easy way to nudge Sweet Pea from a nap. Chicken.
Beef. Fish. Pretty much any meat that we were eating was fair game
to her. She was not a picky eater, anything from Taco Bell
burritos to a lunchtime sandwich to Thanksgiving turkey had to be
guarded heavily, lest Sweet Pea snatch it straight from the plate
to a hiding place of her quick choosing. It made for some
hilarious moments, and in the end, as she battled her cancer, it
made for some good last memories of her enjoying herself, and
being happy.
There is such an emptiness now in our lives, such a giant hole
left by such a small body. We miss every single thing about you.
The hope left in knowing we will see you again one day is not
enough to even catch the tears that still flow, much less make
them slow. We hope that the extra months we gave you after the
first vet mis-diagnosed you and recommended you be euthanized were
happy ones. We hope you weren't too confused by how, all of the
sudden, we didn't seem to care that you were stealing our food.
When you couldn't help soiling yourself, and we bathed you, I hope
you knew how much we loved you. We would have done all that and so
much more for you, sweetie.
You were the first pet either of us lost in our adult lives. We
aren't very good at this grieving thing. It's killing both of us
as we struggle against moving on. Neither of us really wants to.
Our lives were so much better with you here that we'd rather live
in the memory of you here than realize you are gone. We'll
persevere for your brother and your friends, because we know
that's what you'd want. It hurts, though, with you gone. We still
love you with all our hearts.
