Year 2000 Tributes

Yabbo thru Yuppy Puppy

We will miss you dearly, our little boy, but we are comforted in knowing that you are no longer in pain. You are always with us in our hearts and we know we will see you again before we cross over Rainbow Bridge together. Thank you for the happiness and light you brought into our lives.
We love you,
Mama and Papa

Our special baby boy that made our spirits light up every time we saw you. You brought a special joy to our lives that will stay with us forever.
Thanks for loving us as much as we loved you.
Grandma and Grandpa

To my boy Yakko you will always be missed.

Dawn, Leslie, Jayme, Keith

The most gentle of spirits.

Inge

I wish I had more time, you were taken from me so suddenly and way to soon. You added so much to my life, you were my family, you took care of me and protected me. I miss you so much, your wrinkley face, wagging tail, and the little kisses you gave me. Yasmin Bu Quan, Bu Quan meaning divine dog, you truly were. I love you.

Cari Meanor-Byers

My Yazi was my buddy - you waited for me on the walkway for my return home. You came to my bedside at night for your good night pets and your purr was so strong, you would close your eyes and be in a state of zen. When morning came you would greet me and give me a head-bump and then look towards your bowl - You were always around when I was in the yard working - I would feel you rub against my legs letting me know you were there - close by should I need you. I will always need you Yazi - you were the second heart beat in the house, you gave me unconditional love and I in turn gave you my love. I can't put your things away - your bed awaits your return, your bowl of water is still there for you, your food sits on the shelf and your "necklace" is on the hook by the door for me to put on you. Rest in peace my kitty-kitty - will this feeling of emptiness ever pass?

Amy Lee B.

I love you my Yello, and don't know how I will go on without you. You will forever be in my heart as well as Don's and Whitey's. I hope you are frolicking with Jedi and Murdock.

Maryanne

My dear Yeti, you are greatly missed, you were my special friend, you knew when I needed you, I loved the way you used to put your head on my lap and just be there, Dad will be to the bridge soon look after him--love mom

Diane Saunders

our best friend who only trusted us. She was a constant in my life from the day I got her. Please slow down when you are driving in a rural area. Pets do not win when confronted with a automobile.

She died a horrible and violent death which should not happen to someone as sweet as Yeti. We imagined you growing old with us. Thank-you for the precious moments you shared with us. I will never forget you.

Justin Ward

We all miss you. Never forget you I am sure you are in horse heavens. You took my heart with you and left me alone why? I always remember all the happy moments with you why did you leave me soon? You are always in my heart my little Arabian horse.

Shirin

Ying was a fluffy fat cat, who I adopted from my sister. He was my sweetheart. Who knew that taking him out of the city to protect him over Y2K would end in such a tragedy. It was too much stress for him, when I left him with my mother, he was in the corner, I scratched his chin, and said "I'll see you later buddy", but soon after I left, he just laid down, and passed away. I don't understand why, but I miss him more than I can say. His "brother" my Siamese cat, is still looking for him. I miss our time in the morning when I would take five minutes out of my rushing around to scratch his belly. He would roll around so his belly was up at me, and I swear he would smile. I look for him in the hallway, lying on his back with his tummy overflowing, and his little feet sticking up, you would call his name, and he would just pick up his head and meow. My sweet Yingle Bells, I will miss you forever.

Love,  
Honna and Tashi

Yoda, my best friend, constant companion, and one dear heart - how I miss you! My world ended on August 25, 7:10 P. M. when I had to say goodbye. We held each other until the end came, and we both knew that we would meet again, didn't we?

Yoda, my wonderful Siamese cat, was born in my kitchen on March 15, 1983. It was such a delight to accompany him on his journey through life - kitten, adolescent, adult, sweet little old gent. Every day was a gift, Yoda, and you grew dearer to me with each passing day. Seventeen and a half years are a long time, but not long enough. Thank you for being my advisor and helping me make that final decision together.

Time may dull the hurt of your leaving, but it will never dim the memories. Take care, dear heart, until we meet again.

I love you.

Jude Fera

Yoda was only with me for nine months and her health was failing for the last three. Despite the short time we had together I grew to love her very much. She is badly missed and will never be forgotten.

Jim Cummings

Thank you Yogi for bringing all your joy and love to my world. I already miss you so much. You were such a brave, strong, kind, loving soul throughout your life, even up to the very end. Thank you for loving my family, for protecting us and for welcoming all the homeless, adopted pets that were brought into your home throughout the years. You loved all of them and I will always remember you washing the face and ears of your best friend Beagle, kissing Teddy on the nose, putting up with cranky Spud (you even kissed him and smiled) and letting Ninjakitty curl up in your big strong golden arms. You won every human over with your big heart, even reluctant James as well as my brother. Not one of us was able to resist your enthusiasm for life, your sense of humor and your unconditional love.

I hope you get to play with Teddy, Beagle, Andre and Sylvester. You were the youngest member of your four legged family and I know you've missed all your brothers so much.

I love you so much.

Lisa

I got Yogi Bear from the Progressive Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) in the small town where I lived. He was the was all 12 weeks old, the runt of the litter and one of 3 remaining dogs. He was a honey colored bundle of fur and it was love at first sight! As my SO drove us home, not only did he get carsick and throw up in my lap, he also peed on me and pooped on me. We were truly bonded!

Through 15 years of turmoil, dissolutions of relationships, kids leaving home, the beginnings of new relationships, the diagnosis of a chronic illness, the arrival of grandbabies, Yogi Bear was the only constant in my life. He was always there for me, the first to greet me at the door, always there with unconditional love.

Yogi Bear was named for a childhood dog that died while I was on active duty in the Navy. He definitely lived up to his namesake There wasn't a mean bone in his body, never bit any body or anything. He even let my 10 month old granddaughter use his ear as a teething ring without complaint.

Today, it was my turn to be there for Yogi Bear. He had been ill for over 2 weeks with renal failure, but he had improved with treatment. When I saw him last night with his head hanging to the floor and trembling as he walked, I knew it was time for me to take him to the Vet. I just hadn't expected it to be so soon. I wasn't prepared. Now it was time for me to be there for Yogi. It was time for me to let go. So today, I helped Yogi cross over to the rainbow bridge. So, now he's free, free of pain, free of old age and waiting there for me, just as he was as a puppy.

Yogi Bear, I'll always love you and I'll never ever forget you. I'll be looking for you when it's my turn to cross to the bridge.

Love, Mom

Yoko, you were our special girl. We will always love you and cherish the memories we have of you. You will always be our Kitten.

May your journey across the Bridge take you to the Meadows of the Sun, where you can grow young again.

Merry Meet and Merry Part and Merry Meet Again.

Christine and Kenneth Ligon

My best friend died today. My soul mate of over 14 years Yosh my cat passed away. He did not go gently into the night. Fighting Lupus, Diabetes and an ailing heart he never gave up the good fight. On Wed February 9th 2000, at 7:45 AM he woke up to breathe his last. His eyes shut and his heart gently stopped. He was finally at peace.

The world as I know it can never be the same.

I'm sure in a few hundreds years my pain will begin to subside. My broken heart may even heal. Tears will dry.

But time will never erase the wonderfully vivid memories of our special world. Someday others may come along, but I will never forget my first.

My best friend died today. I will miss him forever!  
Thank you Yosh

- Chuck

Our sweet "little Man" was put to sleep in his Mom's arms last Thursday evening. He was the love of our lives and we miss him so much! He was small in stature but had a huge heart and gave us years of pleasure and love. He will live in our hearts forever!!

Jack & Pat Cooke

Today… April 24, 2000,
Is the worst day of my life.
Today I lost the love of my life, my companion, my joy…
Today, I lost life, because today I lost Yosh.


When I saw him, I kept expecting him to wake up.
I swore that I could still see his breath raise his tummy.
I looked long and deep into his eyes, but there was nothing there, no Yoshi.
Except for one small moment in time.
I saw him at last.


Yoshi,
I am lost without you my dear friend.
Please do not lose me too.
You are always in my heart.
I know you are never far.
You are in a better place, and I Thank God for that.


Thank you for the wonderful time that you spent here on earth with me.
I have so many wonderful memories to choose from.
You are by far the most treasured friend that I have ever had and will ever
have.


Although I would like to grieve with the grace of a woman,
I cannot help to grieve Yoshi's loss like a child.
I ache without him.


Rest in Peace my friend,
Forever in my thoughts and in my heart,
Yours always,
Renata.

Yoshi
August 31, 1996
April 24, 2000.

Yoshi;
I love you! Thank you for giving me your unconditional love. When I never got to see the rest of my family much because of my crazy shift work, you were always there. My constant companion and friend.
There are so many things I miss about you already. I miss the way you jumped up on my lap and put your head on my shoulder for a hug. I miss how you followed me from room to room--even if I was only going to be gone a minute. I miss how you curled up on daddy's pillow during the day when we slept while the rest of the world was out there working and going to school. I miss how you layed on my feet when I was paying bills. I miss playing ball and keep away with you and the kids. I miss watching the ways you would trick D.O.G. into getting his bones or toys away from him. I miss how you got so excited to see me when I came home. Whether I was gone 5 minutes or 8 hours you would always greet me in the same excited manner. I miss how you loved each member of our family in a unique and special way. I miss how you got so excited for a car ride whenever you would hear keys jingle. I could go on and on and on because you were so special to me.
Our home is not the same without you. There is an empty spot where you are suppose to be. I am sorry that somebody thought it was cool to let you and D.O.G. out of the backyard gate and I am sorry that some jerk must have been driving way too fast. I hope and pray that you didn't suffer. I will miss you forever my little Yoshi!!!!!!
Love, mommy

Yuki, you are my angel-kitty . . . my saving grace. You were there when I had no one. You purred, dried my tears and made everything alright. You were and will always be my best friend.

I knew you were in pain. That's why I knew it was time for you to go. God will look after you and make sure that you are never scared or lonely. Don't be afraid.

We'll be again soon. Don't forget to come back for me when it's time for us to be together.

I love you so much. Godspeed, my angel-kitty.

Yukon: you came to us in Alaska, followed us to Colorado, France, and Norway; a devoted companion to Michael; loved your tennis balls as life itself; and taught us the joys of being in the moment. Be well, my gentle giant.

Paula

My Babyfaced Boy. There will never be another baby like you! I will miss you forever!

Yuppy you were the best dog in the whole world. I miss you more than words can say. I miss our motorcycle rides and now that you are gone I finally sold the bike. I will always love you and I will definitely get you from the bridge when we meet again in heaven.

Judi Sisson