1997 Candle Ceremony Tributes

The first great dog our lives revolved around.

Pam and Tom McNamara

Dear Haenzel,
I found you nine and a half years ago, or did you find me? You and your sister Gretel were waiting for me by the side of the road, abandoned in the forest. You two made my life into a fairy tale. I never knew how much love and joy can come from two little furry creatures. But in real life not everybody lives happily ever after. It seems like you gave so much love that you wore out your heart too early. We all miss you and will always remember you. I'll see you at the bridge.

Alex Roth

Halley You are gone, but you will never be forgotten. You were my Foundation Brood Bitch. It is because of you, I have 5 Champions and more on the way. You left your Legacy in Panda, Chip. Golden Nugget, Prissy and Brindle Barney.
Please meet me at the Rainbow Bridge when my time is here. Mommy loves you very much.

Sandy Linsen, Sandy Rae's Bostons

Goodbye our beloved hammy. We are going to miss you so very much. You are always going to be so special to us. We love you. You came to us second hand when you were about 3. You walked into our home like you knew you belonged. And you did. Now there is going to be an empty space in all our hearts. We hope you are now healthy and happy and frolicking at rainbow bridge. We know you are in a better place, but our hurt is still tremendous. Just remember, hammy, we'll never forget you or stop loving you. We are so sorry you are gone.

Matt Mcdougall

We love you Hampy, Mom, Dad and Mickey

Cindy Williams

Hana is now running the retaining walls some where very special and warm.
We will miss our very special barking door bell and personal guest greeter.
She is now making new friends and perhaps joining some old.
She will always be here in our hearts and we look forward to day when we will meet again.

Sherry And Bill Bohn

My Buddy my Pal:

I miss you in the morning when your not on the porch, the walks in the afternoon before I go to work the snuggles at night. I miss you and I know your in peace, I'll be calling you at the bridge, cause I miss you so much. Digger!

Jenny

Happy you were the best friend I ever had. I can still remember the day I brought you home. You were so sick and feeble. With God's help you got better and stayed with me for almost 9 wonderful years. You always surprised me by how you could chew through an electrical cord and not get zapped! Thanks to you we had to get new carpet in the house! Housebreaking was fun too. Walking around for an hour then having you go in the house! But you never left my side. Always with me. You could never stay away from me for very long. I thank God and I count it a privilege to have had you in my life. I do miss you dearly now, it has only been two days. We buried you in a familiar spot back home but that is only your shell. I know that you are happy where you are now. No more pain, no more cancer. Ginny really misses you, when I told her you passed on she cried too. She keeps looking for you, she will see you again. I love you my friend and I can't wait to see you again.

Love,
John and Maria and your sister Ginny

Thank you Harley for the short,wonderful time we had together. We'll never forget you and will love you always.

Tom and Cathy

My very best friend. Words can never express how much I love you and will miss you.

Diane Celusta

Keep singing; here a chick there a chick,everywhere a chick... Miss Ya Watch out for all of us!

Jim/Debbie

Harlow...
 I shall never forget you.
 You are in my heart forever.

Kevin Vitale

You were never mine to own; I was truly yours.

DJ Allenby

To Harrison - what can we say about the world's best dog. We love and miss you, Lori, Rick, Mr. Bear

Dear Harry,
I will always think of you. I hope you had a nice time flying up to birdie heaven. If it's ok with you, I'm going to bury you in mom's garden. Everyone here is very sad that you passed away, but you still appear in my dreams at night and that gets rid of some of the loneliness. It is very quiet around here now I am not used to you not being here, but I know you are having a fun time in heaven. Just remember I will never forget you as long as I live.
       Bye.

Beth

I did all I could do to save your life, but the tumor won. You ate your goodies till the last day. That last trip to the vet was a heartbreaker. But like always you left with such class. I love you and always will for as long as I live. No dog could of been more loyal. We got to spend the last couple of weeks together and you ate all your favorite foods. The hurt is over, rest in peace my harry dog.

HCE

Harry was such a sweet little guy. He always enjoyed sitting on your chest, covered with a blanket. Sometimes he even went to sleep there.
When he was put on the carpet, and let to run, he would stay under the table and sit. He never was very active.
He also liked sitting outside and snacking on the grass. We would lie in the yard and "talk" for a few minutes, then lie down and rest. When he was sitting somewhere, just the sound of crinkling plastic wrap would get him excited. If you were lying down with him, and someone placed a treat on the top of your head, he would climb up your face to get it.
A few weeks ago, we found a little lump on his chest. We took him to our vet. He told us that he didn't specialize in "exotics," but he referred us to a doctor who did. We found out that Harry had a swollen lymph node. Guinea pigs get them sometimes by eating sharp food, which cut their throats. Bacteria get inside and create an infection. First, we had the doctor cut it open and drain it, but it didn't help. Then we had to get the node removed. It didn't help either. He had tissue damage around the node as well. We then took him back for a check-up, and the doctor reopened the draining tubes. When she brought Harry back, he was coughing and gagging. He panicked right in front of us, and began to fall over. The doctors then kept him for observation. It was the last time we ever saw him. He died a few days later.
Harry always was an important part of our lives, but we didn't know it until his passing. We are still tender on the issue. We hope to get another Piggie in a while, but nothing could replace Harry. A Harry-shaped hole shall remain in our hearts forever, but we shall soon see him again when we cross the Rainbow Bridge together, to an eternity of love and happiness.

Gretchen Walther

Hawky, not a day goes by we don't think about you. I know Tucker misses his best buddie too. You were such a joy! You brought more joy into my life than I had ever known. You made so many people laugh with your silly sense of humor! So many others miss you also. We still love you like you never left. I know Spenser learned a lot from you the short time you two were together. I hope he'll be as great a boy as you.
God knows he had the best teacher.

Dave Moulden and Karen Reynolds

When I wrote the short message to pay tribute to you awhile back, I was so grief stricken, even after all this time, that the message was too short. How I miss you, little one and love you. I now have three more little Yorkies. All I wanted to do was find one like my "little Heater", but I have found it does not happen. There will never be another Heater. Everyone misses you. I do feel that you sent me these three to take care of. I do love them with all my heart, but the thing that really keeps me going is knowing you will be waiting for me at the RAINBOW BRIDGE, and we will at last be together. You were a jewel my little one.
I love you...God keep you...

Melinda Madsen

It's been a year since we last touched you and saw your friendly face.
You have been missed by the family especially your sister Shannon.
We love you and think of you always. You are our Heart Hound.

Love
Robert and Lisa Schutt

Gary- I remember the first day I got you. You were the shyest one of them all. I enjoyed all the great times I had with you, all through my life and I will miss you very much. I will always love you.

Ryan- I didn't realize how much you meant to me until you died. Now I wish I wouldn't have took you for granted. I love you more than you could ever think.

Randi- All though we will miss you, we know your probably happier where your are now but we will meet again. You've made me happy when I thought I could only take so much from my mom and brother and you were always there to comfort me from the day I was born but now that your gone I still can't get over your death but I'll always love you.

Heidi you were my very own special friend.

Without your love I expect I would still be going from hospital to hospital looking for someone to "Care" about me.
Thanks to your love I got over that, and now I share my live and my love with 2 more dogs. Sabre, who was your friend for a while, and Beauty.
They carry on what you started..!!!!

Wendy

Heidi was a shining light in a sometimes dark world. She was loved by all who knew her. Everyone says that the house seems still and quiet since you left us. In time we may get another Bichon, but you can never be replaced in our hearts. Even the grooming lady cried when we told her of your passing.

Wait for us baby.

We miss you so much

Mum, Ed, Mark, Lloyd and Roger. (Kent, England)

Heidi,
We'll always love you! We all miss you so much!
Love,
Your Family

Losing you was very rough. I hope you are with your sister Molly in a wonderful place.
Love you.

Alison DeMaio

I just wish I could have said good-bye to you one last time.
I hope to see you again someday...
I love you, Heidi

Steve

Heidi, Even though we had almost 17 years together, it seems so short now. You were always there when I needed you. You brought a lot of joy into our family and you will always be remembered. You will always have a special place in my heart that will never be taken away. I feel that you are still near me in your own way, watching over me. I miss you very much and love you. I think about you everyday. I know that you are in a good place across the bridge and are still very much alive there. I know that we will meet again, someday.
Love and memories always

Stephanie

Hellion - AKA Sparky, Sinkcat, Smelvin, Monkey, Hellburt, Helvin, Bunny, Chickenfoot, Wiggly, Smelvinator, Helvinator, Attackcat, Hoppy-the-hop-hop, Spudcat and a dozen other names;
I will miss your "murp murp" when I come home,
your big green eyes and your warm white tummy.
Baby Gus, mom, and the neighbours will miss you too.
Goodbye my little monkey.

Daddy

Love never dies...

Anette Longley

My Henry died 8 years ago, I just found this page now. We were best friends, we were the same age. I knew when he died, my childhood was really ending. I have grown, and I have a new dog, but I still feel the pain of this early loss.

Jacqueline Dotson

Henry the dog the wonderful wonderful dog was the God of my idolatory, my friends and children let me know how much they meant to me in their support during my period of grief. They taught me that part of that which made my dog wonderful was something wonderful in me which I never knew I had. My dog, made me realize that not only was I lovable but I had the capacity to love, I will be for ever grateful!

Michael Farrell

She was just a pet but in my heart she was the most wonderful Champion! She has sent me Herbie to remember her by but I will Always miss her.
I will always always remember her.

B. Graves

Our much-loved guinea pig, Hickory, otherwise known as Mr. Muffer from Mufferville, who died on April 14, 1997, will always have a place in our hearts.

Peter, Jacki and Josh

Missed dearly

Tarbotton Family

Hippo-
We will always love you!!! Please forgive me for what I felt was best for you! And I will see you again someday, so don't forget me (or Danny or Ian)! I hope you're happy and free of pain now. Good-bye for now, my wonderful cat!
Love,
Mommy

Rebecca K. Stewart

Hobbes passed away due to complications of a heat stroke he suffered while we were hiking.
He was the best example of God's unconditional love that I have ever found on this earth. I loved him more than anything else. I believe he is in God's care now and waits for me to come home.

Herbert Bruce

The first time I met Hobie was to rescue him from the roof of a friend's house. He was an alleycat at that time. But, unique in that he would go up to a total stranger and make friends . He loved to be around people and thought of himself as just one of the guys!

He was afraid of nothing. And, the friendliest cat I ever knew. Eventually, I took him in and turned him into a house cat. It must have been what he wanted all along, as he took to to this quite well. I guess he wanted to be THE CAT with no one else around to challenge his claim - especially no dogs!

He lived with me for 11 years and became like a son to me. When I sat down to watch TV or work on the computer, Hobie was always on my lap. He was always there to greet me at the door when I came home.

I learned a lot about life from Hobie. No finer soul have I ever encountered."

Dave

We miss you Hodges. You were the sweetest, most gentle friend ever.

Craig and Kelley Parsons

We loved you Hogan. Now you can chase balls to your heart's content! We miss you very much already.

Marcia M.

To the most loving dog I have ever had. You brought me so much joy and laughter. You will always be in my heart and my thoughts. I will see you in rainbow bridge. I will miss you forever and ever.

Darlene Hansen

God bless my darling little girl. I can't wait to see you again. I hope you are happy and contented, and have our wonderful dogs Sara and Peaches as your companions in heaven.
Until we meet again, your family loves you!

Chrissie Ball

Holly Belle was the perfect friend. She was the most beautiul tr-color Basset Hound girl, and we'll always love her.

Melynda Bahrmasel

Holly you taught me so much about life in the short time you were with me. You taught me how to be loyal and loving in all things; you never let me lonely; you enhanced all my cross stitch projects with your fur; and you left me your little baby, BEBE. She is a real lady. You would be so proud of her. Losing you still hurts, Holly. The way in which you went is the most painful memory I have. But it is overshadowed by all the joy you brought me when you were here on earth.

Judi Arrington

Homey was a unique kind of guy. He was a stray (as are most of my kitties). He could be a little crotchedy but we loved and respected each other greatly. We didn't have enough time together (there never is enough time), he developed a rare form of cancer inside one of his kidneys that metastasized into his lungs. He asked me to let him go to the Bridge and be with Gomez. He went to the Bridge almost 6 months to the day after Gomey-gomes. 1993 was a very bad year.

Joanne G. Seamans

Homer fought a long and hard battle with Cushing's Disease, a battle that he ultimately lost. The love that he felt for his human companions gave him the strength to fight for seven long months - a love greater than any man will ever know. We love you Homer.

Jean and James Burton

My beloved friend and companion, life will not be the same without you here.

Your love and devotion brought so much to my life.

I will hold the memories of our time together close to my heart, and take comfort know we will be reunited at the Rainbow Bridge.

God speed my love.

Marta

Dear Miss Honey Sunshine: I know it's been awhile since you have past, but I still miss you dearly....At the time of your passing I didn't know about the Rainbow Bridge. I just recently found out when your fur-sister Bandit(cat) past away on Oct. 15, 1997. I know that you are taking good care of her and before she went I told her that you were waiting for her. My dear sweet Honey, the pain is still here when I think of you, I still remember your look when the vet put you to sleep and you seemed to say ""hank you, my time has come". Now I know deep in my heart that you will be there at the Rainbow Bridge waiting for me so you, Bandit and I can cross together. I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU!!!!

Love, Nancy and your human brother Tommy

Honey, you were my best friend, you went with me everywhere, you helped me survive my teen years. Thankyou so much for your unconditional love. I pray that there will be a day when we will be reunited. My Daddy will be looking for you too.

Bonnie Lass

Dear sweet Hooker -- You were a surprise Easter present for dad, but you captured my heart the second I saw you. You were my friend, my constant companion, my protector. You were my shoulder to cry on when dad died on his birthday in January 1997. You got me through the worst months of my life. Just when I was getting things back together you got sick. I know the vet tried to save you. I saw the tears in his eyes when nothing worked. I treasure the four hours I sat with you the evening before you died. I sat on the floor with your head in my lap petting you, telling you how much I loved you and thanked you for being there when I needed something to hold onto. I saw you wag that stubby tail and your eyes seemed to say, thanks mom for loving me and taking care of me. I love you, but it is time for me to go join dad. Dad did not want to be put in the ground, so I could not put you there either. I had you cremate d. Your brother Joey and I will scatter your ashes with dad's ashes, on the lake the two of you loved so much. You and dad will be fishing there until I can join you. I miss you but know you are not hurting anymore and I know dad will take good care of you. You will always be in my heart...........

Mom

     Hookey was a gutsy little dog. Up to the very end, no one even knew that he was as sick as he was. We will miss him. Hookey brought a lot of love to our family. His best friend, Spanky, (our Miniature Schnmauzer) is still looking for his best friend, Hookey. Our memories of Hookey will last forever.

Jackie Hooke

Hopper will not be forgotten. She was the most wonderful dog.

Jeremy and Stacey Gruen

I miss my wonderful cat Houdini. She slept at the foot of my bed every night. She never scratched or hissed. She was the kindest animal you could ever meet. I miss her dearly.

Amber Renick

Nicknamed Simba because he was king of all he surveyed right from 8 weeks old, Houston Gold was my life's joy. When I would go hiking hundreds of miles away, I would sit on a mountaintop and think of him, warmed with the thought. He was a brave, tigerbun who fought to live to the end. He welcomed the dawn with joy. His golden fur was so soft, and he knew how much pleasure it gave so he let me pet him freely. When my day was hard and the world belittling, I could come home to him and he would somehow know how to give me the courage to believe in myself again. Truly a smart and exceptional little animal. His life was cut short and he will be missed a thousand times over. Two days after he died I went to the pet shop where I had found him, and there was another 8-week old bunny, only this one had had two paws eaten off by his mother and was destined for snake food. I like to believe that Houston sent Earle-Bernard to me. EB is now 4 months old and is the most loving houserabbit one could ask for. Houston would have loved him. Goodbye Simba- bunny. Godspeed, my Houston-boy.

Danyele Read

Hubcap was someone's special pet at one time: he was neutered and well socialized. When we got him at the shelter he'd been attacked by another animal. He was treated by a caring vet. We kept him in the office at the shelter, in a cardboard box. He was sweet and friendly to everyone, despite the harsh turn his life had taken. Sunday he went into shock. An infection had traveled to his brain. We were told he had slim chances of survival and he was suffering so! We relieved his suffering by giving him a dignified and easy death. In his last days he had nothing but love, and in his last moments he was petted, kissed, and prayed over. I asked St. Francis to carry him over the Rainbow Bridge where I'd meet him someday. Maybe some people think the shelter animals are the flotsam and jetsom of the pet world, but WE love them all. Each one is special. Each one is worthy. Please spay and neuter your pets...shelter work would break your heart. Goodbye, Hubcap. Good cat. Your friend, Mary AW

Mary AW and Shelter Staff at WCHS

Huey was my best friend for 11 years. He weighed 23 pounds and slept on my pillow every night. Whenever I had a bad dream, I'd wake up to his warm, fluffy body and his reassuring purr. I loved him with all my heart and his passing hurts me more than anything I have ever experienced.

Natalie Elpert

A stray, you were a bit of a nuisance, bullying the other cat and the dogs. But I was sad on October 1, 1996 when you marched out of the house. Someone called, you had a heart attack in the canyon below the house. You so loved the canyon, I hope you have found what you wanted after 13 years with us.

Arminell