1999 Tributes

Aare thru Azzie

To my Aare Bares - You were my best friend and devoted companion for 12 years. When things got rough, I always had you and then things never seemed that bad. I miss your excited little face in the morning because you knew you were going to eat; and your waging tail at night because you were happy to see me. There is such an emptiness in my life since you've been gone - it still doesn't seem real. I still look out the back door thinking/hoping this is all a bad dream and you'll be sitting there waiting to come in. It's been 10 days since you left me, but it seems like an eternity. I would give up anything in the world right now if God would bring you back to me. I miss you sweetie. Until we're joined together again at the Rainbow Bridge, know that I love you.

Nancy

This little creature was just one of five who God gave to us for just nine days. She didn't have a chance for much while she was here, but we made the time God gave her the best it could be. I will miss you little one. my little angel. We Love You, Eric, Kim and Bascha

Kim

Abbey, our little spotted clown, you are missed so much. The pain of your loss is still unbearable. Rocky is still looking for you, even now as sick as he is. We will hold you dear in our hearts forever. Please wait for us at the bridge.

Larry and Denise

Child of my empty nest, now my empty heart.

Allyson Williams

Our Abbey Girl, you've rocked our world. Please feel loved and cherished and special. We know you feel better now, but we miss you terribly, especially your brother. He's okay and we're okay, but there's a hole in our hearts where you used to daintily prance..... Click, click, quick lick. Direct hit to the tonsils for max points!
Can we ever feel the same again? No. Can we try to get on with our lives? Yes. Will you be forgotten? Never.
My birthday wish for us all is to remember the wonderful good times - Your Beautiful Face, prick ears up and interested in everything, chasing Ian and biting his nose (Ah-Uurrrrr), swimming or just lounging on the top step, chewing the make-up on the bed, playing on the stairs with the new baby Portia, herding the Humans .. and Aften, (Hello sweet girl!) We celebrate your life and feel cheated by your death. Please be there waiting for us at Heaven's Gate. Say Hi to Sigi.

Candace Graham

OTCh Abbie Lee Fancy TD,HC,CGC
05/30/1981 - 04/01/1998

Yes.. Abbie held many obedience titles..won many honors in her life ..but the greatest honor was to have known "Abbie." Above and beyond all her titles she was a beloved companion and best friend. Abbie left us quite unexpectedly. She was quite a lady!

I am taking the honor of posting this request for my friend "Abbie's" owner...to please add her to the "bridge list" and the "candle light" ceremony.

To quote "Abbie's" owner... I am very proud that Abbie was chosen as a Bitch of Significance by Sheltie International. She has been a significant part of my life and I am pleased that others have enjoyed knowing her, too. She is a petite little lady, but tough and ready for anything. Whatever I asked of her, she always responded "OK, lets do it". As fitting for a "Little Princess". Quoting "Abbie's owner".... "Thank Heaven For Little Girls"

Very sadly missed by Janice and Michael and "Abbie's " Brother and Sister "Sheltie's"...Terry and Katie.

Mary

Abby - My dear Sweet Girl. I look for you everywhere, you will always be in my heart and always missed. Wait for me at the Bridge Beauty. My Tina Maria, my Abby girl, my chick-a-tina, so many names, so many memories, so much pain. Our 'Dance' is over Abby, but I wouldn't have missed it for the world. I Love you so, be a good girl, run free Abby, run free!! Your Krissy Loves You!!!

Abby, It has been more than a year since that fateful time I was called back from my vacation. You had suddenly gone into heart failure...yet you held stable while I flew cross country to get to you. I still remember that look in your eye when you saw me. I was at you side less than 12 hours after I got the call. I am so thankful that Delta airlines understood that you were a part of my family! You were so happy to see me walk in the door. I so much remember that last night with you. You were so happy! I had to tell you many times that you were ill, yet you loved being able to sleep by my side once again. You were doing so well in the morning that I thought you would be with me for awhile longer......so I removed your IV catheter after you had a good breakfast. I remember that day still....you never left my side....you were so happy! And, as you know........ suddenly your heart stopped and it was all over. You went to the bridge in my arms......and...I knew..you hadn't gone in any pain.....so..please forgive me as I asked them not to do CPR once we got to the ER. You finally looked sooooooo peaceful. I knew your physical heart was at rest finally....and hoped your spiritual heart was at rest also. Abby, it has been a year. As you probably know..a cocker puppy came to us awhile ago...and well..he is just about the age to have been born on 10-12-97. I have never believed in reincarnation whether human or animal.....but I really wonder now. Did you send Friday to us? He was a stray....out of the blue.....came to us on a Friday and wouldn't leave no matter how long we left him out. Abby......I didn't want a cocker. He blended well with Bonnie and your son Green. However, he is a challenge! Have you sent him to me? Your son Green is ailing.......and well....I don't know what will happen to me if something happens to him. He is the main man in my life. I love him so much and still see so much of you in him. Abby.......I am scared......please.....help me.....talk to me........

Rosemary

Abby was very special in that she was my 1st cat after I moved out on my own. We went through some very trying times together.

I fell and injured my back and shoulder very badly. In the wee hours of the morning when the physical pain was too much to bear and I was at the end of my rope with no relief from the pain in sight, Abby would sit with me. As I wept at times, Abby would take her paw and wipe my tears. She was there when no one else was.

The day I was told she was terminally ill, I held her and told her how much I loved her. By then I had adopted another kitten and Molly knew when the time was near.

The morning Abby passed was not as I had planned. I had an appointment to take her in to the vet, but she slipped away in my arms at home early that morning. Molly and I were able to say goodbye and she was secure in my arms when she left our world.

I will always remember my Abby (4/28/86 to 1/7/94) and one day she will meet me at the Rainbow Bridge.

Mary

Abby was a real gift for almost 17 years and she is dearly and greatly missed

Al Richie

To my precious furbaby, Abby:

I miss you very much, especially in the morning for your "bathtub drink". I know in my heart I did what was best for you. Please know that you were loved by everyone in your family and Barkley misses you so much.

Judy Hibbitts

Abby...I took you from the pound when I was 19. You were my best friend and companion these 14 years. How will I go on without you?

I had to put her down to save her from suffering at the hand of Severe Arthritis and Adrenal Tumor. This was the hardest thing I have ever had to do. The quality of her life was gone.

Abby...You comforted my tragedies on my journey thru the most crucial years of my life. Frolicked with me through my happiest moments. I had not one shadow...but two. My heart now broken has etched your memory within...and will always remember the joy and unconditional love you gave me.

I know that you will be waiting and watching in the window for me until we can be together again. Please God, Make it so. I am lost and can hardly bear the pain and the emptiness left. I can't believe your gone. I so want you back...if only time could be turned back...I would do it all over again.

My Beloved Abby....How I will miss you! Love Always, Your Best Friend and Master....Kathy (July 1984 - Aug 1998)

My sweet little girl you weren't with me long enough; such a special little spirit. I knew you were "mine" the day I adopted you from the Rescue Society. You gave so much love and was so wonderfully funny at times; and then there were the times you snuggled close when I was sad or sick--letting me know I WAS NOT ALONE. I waited for YOU for 20 years and only had you in my life 3 1/2 years--but, you gave me a lifetime of love and memories. I never will be able to forget all your "looks"--tricks---and your "special" quirks----you HAD MY HEART AT FIRST SIGHT. I LOVE YOU LITTLE GIRL---I LOVE YOU. MOMMA

Abby -- you are loved and missed! I was truly blessed by your friendship -- I only wish we had more time. See you at the Bridge someday.

Love, Mom

To Abby, my beloved little girl,
What a terrible shock it was to lose you after 5 short years. Billy, Ben and I miss you so much. It is so difficult for me to wake each morning and realize that you are truly gone. I will forever miss the way you stole banana out of my cereal bowl each morning and attacked my slippers as I walked by. You brought us so much joy but we know you are with Peter and Monty who loved you so much. Many rabbits are enjoying the lifestyle of a pampered and cherished house rabbit because you inspired me.

Mom, Billy and Ben

Abby-

We love and miss you. Our time together was much too short.

Craig wants to tell you he loves you and he's sorry he never got to say goodbye.
I want to say that I love you.
When we parted all I really didn't think it was goodbye and don't think I told you how much I love you.

Bailey misses you too and Sara says she loves you.

We'll see you at the Rainbow Bridge someday.

Love, Amy and Craig

For my sweet pea Miss Abby. Your time with me was short but Holly and I won't let a day go by without thinking about you and all the happiness you gave us. Play with Sally for a while and we will meet you soon.

Holly and Janeen

Hope there are buzzers to turn on and cans to knock off the counter. Look for H.K., Odin, and the others.

Marian/Lollie

My Dearest Abbi was with me for 14 years. I will always remember the things that he enjoyed that always made me laugh and smile: running around the house and kicking his big feet up in the air, eating strawberries and letting all of the juice run all over his whiskers. I will miss you Abbi. You have always been my best friend. Whenever I feel sad, I will think of you and smile.

Elena Herasme

Abey was a very special cat with a very special gift. She could always make me smile. No matter how sad or angry I was, all she need to do was rub her head with mine and everything would be all right. I will miss her. It hurt to say good bye. You will be forever in my heart.

Ann Lotter

TRIBUTE TO ABIGAIL

A Special Spirit...

Created by God and loved by man,
You will always be a part of me,
as we walk in this world and in the next.

Carol Hicks (bricks)

My buddy through thick and thin. Always there to take care of me, and make my problems more bearable. My best friend. Achilles, you are missed beyond words, but now you are a puppy again. I know God will be giving you your dog bone at "goodie time" until I come to be with you.

I love you.

David Jarboe

Dear Achilles, Today 9/21/98 its been 2 years that your spirit left your little sick body. I want to give thanks for all the love and teaching you gave me. So my little sunshine this day is in the memory of you living and being happy and healthy, not the day of your passing. I know in my heart we will be back together again. I love you my Achilles... Your Earth Mommy

Magic, we didn't appreciate you enough while you were here, but even though you've been gone for almost 8 years, I'll never stop loving and missing you. Ben

He was picked off the streets as a stray cat, and Ado was supposed to be put to sleep the day before "he adopted me" since he was Feline Leukemia positive. Due to this missed vet appointment, I was able to find him hours before he was rescheduled to become part of the "collective consciousness" (Heaven). He lived for a year with me along with Mo and Abigail (also Fe. Luk.) I knew the powers were against me and knew this day would come sooner than later, but I wasn't prepared for what happened just a few hours ago. As a former cat hater, he has change my life and offered me things that no one ever could. May he forever rein in blankets on the floor and the corners of couch cushions...something he never would have had on the streets of DC...

Scott

Adora-Belle, a little angel too delicate for this world but we still wish you had stayed just a bit longer with us.

Jeanie & Joe

Trust,confidence,love,care and life is the words for you
I know that you miss me to
But we have to have fate cause one day we'll meet again
I still love you and I miss you like crazy and you know that I will never forget you.
One day I know that when I climb on the bridge I will see one happy rottweiler with a waggeling tail and I know it's you until then there is a part of me wich is forever blue.

Carola

My little sweet Agatha. I miss you so much. I still find my self listening for your cries to let me know that you need a little attention.  
I miss the comfort you gave me when I picked you up and you hugged, or held on to me with your paws.  
Your sister Christie misses you terribly too, she is hardly eating and just sits in the chair that you two used to fight over.  
I think she is still waiting for you to come chase her out of it. You were her leader, and she seems so lost without you around to show her the way.  
I pray that she will be ok. I don't know what I will do if she passes on to join you.  
I am so grateful for the 12 years of joy you gave to me, and of course I wish it could have been more. But then if it had been 20, or 50 or any number of years before the end of my days, I'm sure I would still not think it was enough.  
You are, and will remain, in my heart and in my thoughts always.

Rita

I would like to pay tribute to a special girl and member of my family. Agatha was the best friend and gentle soul anyone could ask for. She would have been 17 years old on November 6th. She was strong until the end and still as loving as could be. I know now that Agatha can now see and hear in heaven and she is in a better place. Agatha was always be in my heart.

Karen M. Ross

Agatha: My brave, charismatic, patient, and strong-spirited Scottie girl. Everyone you met fell in love with you.
You are in my heart forevermore. I will meet you at Rainbow Bridge. Linda

To Big White-the light of my life-who gave love and expected nothing in return but a pat on the head or a scritch behind the ears. She provided comfort when illness hit, understanding when nobody else did, brought joy to a joyless day-she could make you smile no matter what-the loss has left a the house quiet-but her presence will always be felt-her love for life touched many-missing the "Big White"-till we meet again.

Peggy W-"Wolfen"

"Aggie" was my best friend. My loyal companion for almost 16 years. I miss her greatly. She had a wonderful personality. She was very expressive and always let you know what she was feeling. She always had me in her sights and followed me from room to room.

Nancy L. Rollins

To AJ

A wonderful pet, friend and companion. We will all miss your smiling face. Thank you for nine years you gave to Christi and Rodney. You enriched their lives. They will see you on Rainbow Bridge.

Tairedd

A-jay, you showed me your love. I miss you very much. You were so innocent. You were so handsome. You comforted and provided compassion when I was sad. What a bond we had. I never took the time I had with you for granted. I am racked with guilt and pain because of your death. My memory of you is something that I will cling to until the day I die. I think about you often and each day I pick up your picture, give it a kiss and tell you that I love you. Thank you for a lifetime of love and joy. Even though I can no longer be with you, you shine in my heart and in my mind, and your face will never dim from my memory. I love you very, very much.

Dad
Jerry Schefter

I beg his forgiveness for my immaturity and inability to understand him and hope he knows I loved him with all of my heart. He was the only dream that has ever come true for me and I miss him and wish I could make it up to him.

Cindy

I just want to say that Akita was the best friend ive ever had.
Im still having such a hard time dealing with his lost.
I will always have a piece of my heart missing, because it went with him when i lost him.

Joanne Matthew

To my big boy Aladdin,

I still can't believe you're gone, Laddy. You have become such a big part of my life. I love you so much. I wish you were still here. Ariel misses you. Ed misses you. But I know you are across the rainbow bridge, and I can't wait to see you running toward me one day, meowing "mama" and eating grass and chasing butterflies and plopping down on the ground for a good rub, and drinking from the crystal-clear creek. I believe in heaven. I believe I'll see you again. You, Laddy, have given me more faith. I believe in heaven now more than ever. You were there for me when I was so depressed for that year and I couldn't leave the house. You were my angel. You did your job. I'm stronger now, and it was time for you to rest. Have fun and we'll see you again in the blink of an eye. I'll never forget you.

Love, Mama

Alaska, please wait for me at the Bridge. I love you so, when I think about you, it makes me want to cry. But I know if I cry, I might make you sad, and I don't want that. I wish you could have lived a longer and healthier life with us. And I wish I could have given you more support. Please have a good time with Dino, Samute and the kitties. Alaskie, I love you and will never forget you.

Love, Chandra

I thought you would be with us longer than the 11 years we had. You were such a good dog and never asked for much. It's difficult to write something here to convey the pain and sorrow I feel. You just need to know, you will always be my "Aldo Dog," and you will always be in my memories and my heart. Until we meet again, know that your Dad and I always loved you.

Sandra Etzel

I love you and miss you Alex

Eric

Alex we miss you. It is not the same pulling into the driveway and not seeing you greet us. We only had you for a short time. You were loving, playful and the best little hunter around. May you chase and play all the time now.

Love,
Scott, Beth, Grace & Anna.

Our other cat Alex Palmisano died in March of 1994. Alex lived with the Palmisano family for almost 9 years. We loved Alex very much and still miss her and think of her every day. We'll never forget her.

Michele Schwartz & The Palmisano family

Alex came into our lives at the age of 2 1/2 and truly made a great impact. We were introduced to the wonderful world of dog showing/breeding and made lifelong friends. Alex, Ch. Ultima's Jacob Alexander, JH, NRD, V, TDI, brightened the days of nursing home resident as a registered therapy dog. We will miss his precious grin and his joyful soul.

Jackie

Alex was a dear and loving cat to us here at home.
For she was always there for us when we need her the most.
I will always remember her.

Helen Skiver

Alexander came to our back deck in the fall of 1994, a stray someone had left in the woods. He was a huge cat, 18 pounds, but all love and affection. He had a meow that was contagious, especially when he wanted your undivided attention. We will miss him greatly and will always love him.

Gary & Vicki Kertz

For all his life I was never able to hold him. Not every cat is a "hold me cat". It wasn't until he died that I was finally able to pick him up and hold him to my shoulder. I never knew if Alexander knew how much I loved him. But as I held him to my heart after he died...I knew he knew.

Cousino

Alf:

You were my sunshine and my life for the 12 wonderful years I had you.
You cannot know how very much your mama misses you. I know you are at peace at rainbow bridge and I know some day we will together again.

I love you and miss you my baby

Tracey

The angels came and took my beloved Alfie. He was a very happy dog and brought much love, light and joy into my life. I miss him and a big hole has been cut in the fabric of my life. Alfie, I love you and I will see you again someday.

Alvina Mathews

Algernon was one month shy of 12 when he went to the Bridge on April 17, 1998.  
Algy was my second baby; I had been thinking, off and on, about getting a second dog to keep Robin (who is still with me) company, but hadn't made any decisions when my co-worker Kay said that she was giving away some cocker puppies. Kay's mom had undergone heart surgery and they felt they needed to adopt out the pups ASAP. I had just bought a brand new oriental-style rug for the living room, but decided to go ahead and take one of the pups, so on July 4th, 1986 (Robin's third birthday), Kay came by with this precious little ball of fur that fit in the palm of my hand. Algy was all ears and all tongue. He insisted on sleeping curled up against the top of my head or against Robin's back.

Algy never lost his puppy qualities. He was always ready to be cuddled, Always ready to "kiss", but he also could be a little pushy, trying to dominate the household. Algy suffered from various allergies and a staph infection most of his life, and had at least two pills a day shoved down his throat. When Algy was 9, he suddenly went blind, but he quickly adapted. He would use his head like a cane, bumping into things, backing up, and trying again. He became a totally docile dog, trusting that we would take care of him.

In March of 1998, Algy contracted diabetes. I decided the "enough was enough" and we didn't start any insulin shots. I spoiled him for the next 6 weeks.  
On Easter Sunday, I knew the time was near; that Thursday night, I gently bathed and brushed him, and slept with him in my arms. Normally, when I had to take Algy to the vet and leave Robin behind, she would really "pitch a fit" ;on Friday, she just lay on the bed -- she had to sense, somehow, that this was different. I held Algy as Dr. Gary administered the shot; he liked my face once more and quietly slipped away. My boss Pat (who I later found out had sorrows of her own) let me take a vacation day and I spent the weekend crying and hugging Robin.

Algy's ashes are in my yard, under a plaque and next to my St. Francis statue.  
Days can go by without my thinking of him, but then I’ll look up and see his picture, and touch his nose, and remember the joy he brought to my life.

Ann M. Cowan

Ali: We will always love and remember you. You brought us so much love and joy and sometimes we took you for granted. We love you and look forward to seeing you again in heaven. We are heartbroken that you are no longer with us.

Love, Mom, Dad, Kristi, Jamie, Esther and Josie.

Ali (named after Ali Mc Graw and the "Alley" she found me in) was like a child to me. We were family and I will miss her very much. She will always be in my heart.

Tony Hertz

To Our Very Special Ali,  
We still miss your loving face and beautiful brown eyes.  
We miss you each night we sit down for dinner, the chair you used to climb up on is always empty.  
We miss the warmth of your body next to us at night.  
We miss the way you use to shake your whole body just at the sight of us.  
But most of all we miss the way you would console each one of us if we were having a bad day. You always knew!  
When you left us, you even spared us the pain of having to end your life; you were so unselfish, you even did that yourself. And, for that, we will always be grateful.  
We will always hold a special place for you in our heart.  
We love you Ali, have fun with Tori, and someday we will all be together again.

You will never be replace, you will always have a very special place in our hearts.

Maryann D. Malinoski

Ali Palmisano died on August 13, 1998. She was 6 years old. Ali was loved very much by her owners and we will always remember her and miss her very much.

Michele & Gary Schwartz & The Palmisano Family

Alice. She left us way too soon. She was a very special kitten full of cuddles and love. We still don't know why she became so ill and died and left so soon after coming into our lives. We were so happy. Life had resumed to "normal" now that we had finally felt ready to add two cats back into our lives after the loss of our older kitties last year. We miss you Alice. Our time together was brief and I'm thankful we knew you even for that short time. when I see you again, I'll know it's heaven. Be at peace, chase all the butterflies you want. Love mom & dad and Tucker

We will most remember Alice for the unparalleled love she showed us while she was with us. She was a very special princess. We have kept her favorite toy, Hamish the Hedgehog, and buried her other favorite toys with her. I do thank God for the short time he did give us with her, even though it was not even close to being enough.

Kim and Chris

He walked through life beside me,
In happiness and strife.
From raising kids and puppies,
To the help I need so much.
He gave me independence,
He gave a normal life.
So now that we are parted,
Life continues on anew.
For the greatest gift he gave me,
Was the treasure of his son.

Rita Hemmings

Allie was a very special friend. She greeted me each night and morning and would follow me as I did my chores. Although all of my pets are special, Allie managed to be one of those furbabies that is extra special. I will always miss her.

Gail Nadeau

We had you for so short a time, and it broke our hearts to let you go. However, we are thankful for the wonderful year and a half that we had with you. We think of you everyday!!! We love you and miss our little guy!! Thank You baby!!!!!

Lindsay Crosby and Michael Castaneda

                                             Ally Cat
You wandered into my yard last year all skin and Bone, I fed you and made a warm place for you to sleep at night, and even though you didn't want my touch for the first 7 months you eventually came to trust me like youl'd known me for years. I'll miss you Ally Cat.........

Debbie Little

Joy, you were my life for so long. You were the best, loving, giving and tolerant friend that I will ever have. Together we saw many joys and sorrows. I love you completely and miss you every second of every day. I have our memories to carry me on until we meet at the bridge. Wait for me there, Shiny!

Angie Lassdom

He was a sweet rat who was nice to everybody. He never bit any body and always greeted me and my parents with a lick. He never liked being outside of his cage, and on the floor. When he was, he would always sniff out my trail and run to me. His favorite foods were banana chips and carrots. His death came as a shock to me, but I am sure he is happy over on Rainbow Bridge .

Molly

Alphonse was our little puff-dragon who carried fleece toys all over the house, mostly at night, meowing away with a mouth full of toy! We will miss his soft paw tapping our faces in the morning and his tremendous vocabulary. Missing him even more will be Lion Kitty, the shaggy stray for whom Alphonse felt great affection. Alphonse left us too early, but had many problems that surfaced at the same time and didn't deserve to suffer any more. He will always be our little baby.

Dave Russo and Lila Forro

Alyssa, Alina, Andrea, Eva, Lenny, and Nolan.
Went to the Rainbow Bridge February 26, 1998.
A simple vaccination for their Mom would have saved them.
PLEASE vaccinate your pets against infectious diseases! Please!
We loved you all, sweet kitties.

MaryAW, Cara, and WCHS shelter staff

Amanda J

From the moment that I laid eyes on you,  
I knew that we were meant to be.

You and me together,  
Fun and fancy free.

You taught me strength,  
You taught me pride.

You brought me joy,  
You made me laugh.

You kissed away my tears,  
And swept away my fears.

The many roads we traveled,  
A rabbit here, a gopher there,  
And lest not forget the cows.

You were my protector,  
My friend,  
My little baby girl.

I made a promise to you,  
Once upon a time ago.

I feared the day,  
When the time would come,  
That you would call me on my promise.

A promise is a promise,  
And I would never let you down.

So today my little girl,  
I can see that you are no longer you,  
I will use what you have taught me through the years.

I will be proud,  
I will be strong,  
I will be selfless.

You are here for me,  
And me alone,  
Just as you have always been.

I am here for you,  
And you alone,  
Just as I have always been.

With dignity and pride,  
Slowly fading away,  
I will give back to you what you gave to me.

I will not walk away,  
But I will not let you just fade away.

With the grace of you  
My Amanda J  
I will hold you,  
I will love you,  
And I will say good- bye.

We may no longer walk side by side.

But we walk heart to heart.

Till we met again,

I will see you in my dreams.

Karla

To our amazing one, Merry you came into our lives and have taught us soo much. We cleaned you up and showed you that not all humans treat 4 leggers with disrespect. You taught Ki the strategy of tease-tag, body slamming and strategies of 'the games'. You have taught Cliff and I, patience, sharing your wisdom and yourself with us for almost 2 years now.
I'm missing you so much now, cause I was sure you'd be with us another year or two., sure hope I haven't let you down girl, we tried all that we could do. We'll meet at the bridge very soon, so enjoy your new friends until we are reunited as one - family that we have been to each other,
bless you our babe,
                              Cliff, Ki, MaryJane and Hether
                              your 2-legged mom who loved you best

Though you did not come willingly into our home, we managed to save you and your kittens. We found homes for the kittens and decided to keep you for our own. We do not know or understand why you were taken from us, but we do know that we loved you for ten years until God called you home. Until we meet over the bridge, all our love is with you.

Schloft Gazunt
Love,
Mom

Thank You for sharing your life with me.

Jackie Pearce

You are forever in my heart. My constant loving companion for 18 years. Thank you for choosing to spend you life with me. I will miss you every day until we meet again. You are still my beautiful angel cat. I love you, Mommy. Amber, beloved pet of Sharon, Barry, and Gabriel. Sister-cat to Sophie and Jennifer. You are missed.

Sharon Hester

Our Amber Bamber,

We love you and miss you so much. You did your job well by loving and protecting us. Now, it is time for you to rest peacefully, until one day we will meet again at Rainbow Bridge. When you meet up with your old pal, Bodine, give him a lick from us too!

Our forever love,

Dave, Sue & Jessica

Amos, you and I always knew your special, jellicle name was Amostopholes. I will miss you terribly. Go now and play on the heavyside layer.

Daddy

You are terribly missed and loved

Leslie Edwards Whiting

A pushy, sweet , lovable girl

Ann Marie Reed

Amy was a very special little girl, she never had a bad bone in in her little body. She was such a happy undemanding little girl, as long as she got her place on my chair or knee she was happy, Amy gave me so much love, loyalty, and companionship over the years for so little in return, she followed me everywhere, if I left the room for longer than 5 mins, out she would trot to find her mum. I miss you so much Amy, I just wish I could give you one more cuddle, you will always be in my heart.

Debi Nige Wakefield and family

Anabel brought me joy and love. She was gentle and loved all creatures, human and animal, did not have a mean bone in all of her 118 lb. body. I often joked that if a burglar came in through a window she'd wag her behind and say "if you feed and pet me I'll show you where Mommy keeps all the good stuff!" She loved her cats, Maxxie and Hannibal, as well as a deer who frequented the backyard. Her favorite thing was riding in the car; all I had to do was jingle the car keys and say "wanna ride?" and she'd be up, wagging her behind eagerly.
I have two pages dedicated to Anabel; one, which is part of the Old English Sheepdog Ring, is located at http://www.geocities.com/NapaValley/1718/ (All About Anabel) and http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Estates/1302/rip.html (Anabel's Tribute).
Please come visit us!

JJ

My courageous, wonderful girl. Thank you so much for being part of my life. I miss you so!

Sue Tillman

My heart is heavy and my love for you so strong. I hope you are happy and well at rainbow bridge. You my little friend will be greatly missed until we are together again.

Cindy Leinbach

Andy, I love you so much. You barely had a chance to live and learn. And I know you loved me. I didn't teach you how to fetch and retrieve. You brought your toys back to me when I threw them because you wanted me to have them and be happy. Well, you made me happy, Andy. I'll never forget the way your fur felt or how you smelled, or how you looked after your first hair cut. If I sat on the floor or ground, my lap wasn't empty for long. I'll never forget you and the joy you brought me. Love you, Jessie

My buddy - I shall miss him.

Glenn Cooke

Andy was my best little buddy for 13 years. When he looked me in my eyes and I looked back in his, I could see his soul. He was such a kind and gentle guy, he loved all other people and animals, especially small puppies and kittens. I miss him so much. I couldn't have asked for a better friend.

Rick Braun

Andy Gump was my first best friend after moving out on my own. At first, he needed me as he had been dumped by some unfeeling humans. He had been badly beaten and broken, then tossed out like so much trash. He had been so horribly abused, some could hardly stand to look at him...except that he still had such a spark in his eyes. It was this look of hope he had in his eyes that saved him and brought him to me. I took him in, got his health taken care of, fed him and nourished him and most of all loved him. I have never in my life been paid back so many times over as I was by my Andy. We called him Andy Gump because he had such a severe overbite, his tongue would hang out of his mouth. Andy returned my love so completely and I have no doubt whatsoever that although he weighed only 20 lbs, he would have gladly sacrificed his own life to save me. In the years that I was fortunate enough to have this wonderful, sweet, loving, and OH SO SMART fellow in my life, he was my very special best friend. Even to the end, he was thinking of me. He had gone into congestive heart failure and even with the best efforts of my vet, he could not save him. He told me he was suffering and I really needed to let him go. I cried all the way to the vet's office. I would not let him go alone. As much as it hurt, I would be with my best friend. It so happened, that Andy died about 5 minutes before my arrival. Even with his final act, he saved me from having to make that awful decision. I only wish I could have been with him to hold him and tell him how much his life had enriched mine. I know he waits for me and I know he watches over me and we will be reunited. I love you Andy.

Julie Renfrow

He asks no angels wing...no seraphs fire, but thinks, admitted to that equal sky,
His faithful dog shall bear him company.
           Alexander Pope

Chas Rizzo

I'll Miss You My Sweet Angel

-while you play in the rainbow meadows
-while you romp on four good legs, pain free
-while you snuggle with your favorite woobie
-while you drink at the bottomless bowl of water
-while you dine on the best food
-while you snuggle with a dozen tennis balls
-while a tireless hand throws those balls for you to fetch until you can't fetch any more
-while you wait for me to join you where we'll play and snuggle forever.

Take care my sweet.....I will see you soon.

Love, Your Daddy Brian...the Daddy who loved you the most.

Angel was always a "giving" dog. She never complained and only gave us unconditional love. She had diabetes the last 5 years of her life and never once complained the about the daily shots, her loss of hearing and finally her failing eyesight. She always wagged her tail and would almost take off! In the end her kidneys couldn't carry her anymore and she left us, too soon. We still hang your collar every year on the tree at Christmas and think of you often. Say Hi to Pandee, Max & Fritz. We miss you....heaven is lucky to have you.

Bill, Charmaine, Jesse & Jamie

Angel you came so quietly, quickly, and unexpectantly into our lives. In just the same manner, you quietly, quickly, and unexpectantly exited from our lives. But you will always hold a special place in my heart. I would have given anything and everything to have kept you here if I thought you had a chance. But your time had come. You knew it long before I realized it. And we all feel dazed and shocked here at home. But I thank you for the time you gave to us. You were truly and Angel from heaven and I know you are there now. You will live forever in my mind and heart and nothing can ever take that away from me. There are not words to tell you what you mean to me. I love you dearly. With all my love baby girl. Love you,

Momma Carleane

Of all the many fur babies I have had, Angel...YOU were my all-time favorite. Your sweet love and gentleness surpass all that I have seen or felt. I will always remember you in so many ways, especially when I lay down to sleep because I miss your head on my shoulder. And when I awakened you were there also, gazing into my eyes. I love you and I look to be with you in eternity.

Ron McCarthy

TRIBUTE -to our precious, curious cat who gave so much joy. To my darling cat, Angel, on her passing 7/1/98. Angel, I am so sorry that you stayed in the hospital for two nights all alone, without me, or anyone caring for you. I know you must have felt very abandoned. If I had known that you would be alone at night, I would never have left you there. The hospital never told me that you'd be alone. I am happy that you are no longer suffering and that I and Daddy were holding you during your last hour on Earth. I know you felt our love and that you died peacefully. You gave us your goodness, sweetness and open heart. You never lost your kitten ways. I and Daddy will always remember you for what you gave us and we'll carry you in our heart. You were always our model for mental health because you never let things bother you.

Rochelle

Angel was born with a severe heart murmur and truly was our miracle dog. She was our child and our hearts and lives are so very empty. Run free, Angel, without the labored breathing that marked your life and know that you are FOREVER in our hearts and we miss you so very much......

Mary Salvail

Angel was a sweet, quiet cat. She was loved very much and is greatly missed. She was with me through thick and thin for 15 years (half of my life) and now my heart is breaking. --Angel, I miss you so much, I hope you knew how much I loved you!

Mary Ellen Clark

Angel was a very special 2-year old little boy who was born with a birth defect (liver shunt) and endured, without complaint, four surgeries to attempt to correct the problem. Because of an error during one of those surgeries, he contracted hepatitis, which later took his life. My precious little "pookerface", I would give anything to hold you again, comfort you, and see your smiling face; however, I know God had other plans for you. I will always love you, and I miss you so much it hurts. Sleep well--I'll see you at the bridge. Love--Mommy

My little Angel Mae, I miss you so much, sweetheart. After 16 years, it doesn't seem possible that you're gone. We've been through so much together, and I am partly who I am because of you. You had such a rough start in life, and I'm so grateful it was me you chose to live with. You'll be in my heart forever, honey. Please watch over us.

Chris

Angie, you were my precious friend for nearly 15 years. You were there when I felt I had no one else. You listened to me, played with me, stayed close to me. I will love you always and I will see you again one day. You will always remain the brightest star in my life. I miss you. Love, Mom

Angus came from an abused home...he lived with me for only 1 year but he knew nothing but kindness and gentleness and gave back the same in return. Rest peacefully old friend, you've earned it.

Jim Henzler

A Scottish gentleman and loyal friend. We miss you.

Eleanor and John Lamont

Our little Angus girl, we miss you so much. Thor looks for you constantly - his best friend and playmate. Mom and Dad could never take your place, running around the farm. We think of you every moment of the day. All our love. Mom & Dad

Jo Anne & Martin Jones

Angus - It has been 2 months now since you've been gone. Dad and I still miss you so very much. We know that you are in a better place now, but that doesn't make it any easier. I miss your smiling face in the morning peeking through the banisters on the stairs. Dad and Thor continue to spend a lot of time in the implement shed, but it isn't the same without you. Thor is sleeping at my feet as I write this and he must be dreaming that he's running around with you, because his legs keep moving. We love you, Angus and can't wait to be with you again.
Kisses and bear hugs. Love, Mom

Angus: So much has happened in the past year since you've been gone. I don't think you would believe it all if I told you. Thor finally has a new friend to run around with. She's a gordon setter, named Aberdeen (abbie) & she is very much a princess, like you. She is Dad's constant companion. Thor adjusted to having a new buddy pretty well and they are the best of friends now, although, she will never replace you in our memories or our hearts. I moved into my own place a few months back (cricket came with me & she is thrilled to be away from the dogs). I visit Dad, Thor & Abbie every couple of weeks and I miss them terribly. Watch over us, Angus. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Always......Mom

She loved her family, and we miss her.

Barbara, Kelly, Sean, Bob, Jennifer & Mike

Annie was my special girl, my comfort and companion. Blessed be.

Donna Spilman

*ANNIE*

When the handler who had you said that you didn't like people and that we should not touch you, we just stood beside you not to frighten you. You reached out your beautiful velvety black head and put your nose right into your Daddy's hand. You won his heart and there was no way he would not buy you. It was the love affair of the century! We were so proud of you when you won your championship and when you were best of breed at the Southwest Specialty, but that was not what counted.

When you climbed up on your Daddy's knee and cried like a baby, we didn't know that you were trying to tell us that he had a fatal cancer. The doctor said he would die, but when you and Toby sneaked into the hospital, Daddy promised you he would not die.

We never ever thought about you leaving us, and now, our darling little furbaby, Annie, we have had to set you free and let you go to the Rainbow Bridge because you have cancer and it is more than either of us can bear. Toby is like a lost soul, his grief is as intense as ours. But, darling girl you left such a mark on our world and we will never forget you. God bless you and give you a happy life at the Bridge until we join you to go to Heaven.

Love

Mommy, Daddy and Toby

Amy and Mack Skaggs and Toby

Its been 5 months and we really miss you. I hope you and Charlie are happy, and we look forward to seeing you both again. You were very special to us Annie and missed terribly

JoAnn

God Bless You, Annie. You are loved always.

Sherry

I only had my Annie for a little over a week, but she was the sweetest most loving little girl. I'm just so thankful that she was in my life and that I was able to love her the way she deserved. I can only hope that she is at peace now and no longer suffering from Parvo and Distemper. She was only 3 months old...had barely begun to live.

Joanne Kellmann

We adopted Annie on May 11, 1998. She was 8 weeks old. We only had her 4 days before she was diagnosed with the brain form of distemper, and had to be put down. She is missed very much. Even her all night barking/whining sessions, the way she'd bite your toes when you sat down to watch TV, rolling in the grass and even Eating the grass...all will be missed. We know God brought her into our lives so that she could have a few good days in a loving home before it was her time. This is our comfort. We love you Annie and you are missed.

Meg

To our special friend...

Florence and Martin Thomson

Annie was my lap cat, the one who met me on the stairs when I came home from work, quiet and shy and sweet. I wish I had listened better when she told me it was her time to go. She is buried close to her home, with a flowering crabapple tree that blossoms every spring to remind me of her. I am grateful to have known her.

Pat

Annie, you were the child I'll never have. You kissed my tears away when I was sad, made me laugh, and touched all who met you. You were one of a kind and I will miss you so much. Always remember you will be "mommie's baby" forever.

Julie Anderson

Darling Annie Hall, I have known and loved you half my life. You are family, and I miss you so much that my heart aches with longing.

They say that animals always know--when you first met John, you came right up to him and jumped on his lap (which you had never done with any of my other boyfriends). You knew that he was the one for me. And you were right!

We will always remember the night that you caught a chipmunk and carried it proudly into the house. I startled you, and you dropped it. The chipmunk stopped playing dead and ran behind the stereo. What a time we had herding it out the door--I don't think I've ever laughed so hard.

For the love, and the good times, and your sweetness, I will always remember you. Wait for me on Rainbow Bridge--someday we'll be together again. Love, Bev

Anny- the love of my life. I miss you terribly, my baby sweetheart, you are always in my heart, the best little dog in the world.

Eileen Kirkbride

Our beloved Tyche, a wonderful mother and companion for so many years.
She will be missed but I will see her everyday from the kitchen window as the plants flower to remind me of her love for us.
We will miss her.

Shirley Myall

Apollo, Its been 3 years and I still miss you as much as it were yesterday. You were so special to me because you were born on the exact day I got married to Daddy. I am so sorry that I wasn't there for you. Remember how upset Daddy would get when I would tell you to bark once if you loved Daddy more or twice if you loved Mommy more. You always barked twice. I finally had to tell Daddy our secret. I have to laugh how you'd always try to irritate Daddy. He would stand outside calling for you to come in and you would ignore him. I would then go out and say "Come on Baby" and you always came running. I remember when anyone came to visit, you'd try to get in their car so you could go for a ride. It took all of my strength to get you out of the car. Then you'd cry most of the day until I finally broke down and took you for a ride. I still laugh when I'd tell you it was time to go home to the city and you'd hide behind Grandma because you wanted to stay in the country. I am so glad we moved to the country again so you could run! I miss and love you Bubby! You are always in my heart!

Ronna

Apollo "The Daddy" - I love and miss you more than words can say. My heart is so heavy with grief over losing you than I can hardly stand it. You were the most wonderful, faithful and loving "Best Friend" I could ever ask for. Even though you were only blessed with five short years on this Earth (not hardly enough), you've given me memories to last a lifetime. THANK YOU for bringing so much joy into my life.
You were my first pet out on my own - I raised you from 8 weeks old. I will never, ever forget the bond that we've shared, and I'm so sorry for the time that you suffered, and I'm even more sorry that we lost the battle. I know that I did the right thing for you, and you're finally painfree and resting on the other side of the bridge. I will love and miss you for the rest of my life.....

Dena

Apollo, your the greatest, you will always be in my heart and thoughts daily I love you my friend. I miss you, Rest now my dear friend. I LOVE YOU APOLLO

Gloria

Thank you for being my friend.

Ginny

Dearest April,

You were my first dog and I can't imagine there ever being another dog to compare with you. You were so gentle and friendly and loving that most everyone who met you said wonderful things about you. Your greetings when I came home were always so joyous that you could light up my heart on even the worst of days.

Now you are gone from this world and I am missing you badly. Jenny, your playmate is missing you too. Walks just aren't the same without you. But I know you are now in a better place and that you are once again healthy happy. Jenny and I will see you again when our time here also ends. Until then, have fun, be happy, and know that you are loved.

I love you so much,

Bob

April,

You were a very noble cat. I loved the way you would sit right in the middle of the floor so that you could hear the music from both stereo speakers; especially when I played your favorite, Bach.

When I had to give you insulin shots every morning, you were a real trooper. Never once did you bite, claw, or even run away when you saw me coming with the syringe.

I miss you little white cat! Hope you, Farrah, and Pattie are happy, healthy, and strong. Be nice to Pattie, and don't bite her when she wants to lick your head!

Maybe we will all see each other again one day!

Linda A. Fedor

To Aramis, the most wonderful dog in heaven. We were the luckiest family on earth when you adopted us and we will love you forever. But before you know it, we'll be with you again, playing in the fields of heaven. Until then, you will always be in our hearts, our minds, our souls. God bless you and keep you safe.

Christiana Miller

Aramis, this is the second week that's passed since you left for the rainbow bridge and, while we've tried to fill up the empty space you've left behind, we still miss you like crazy. Even though we rescued two more Dobes, you're still my baby, my big, smoochy booboo-head with the baby kisses. We love you, buddy.

Christiana Miller

Week 3 booboo. One of these days, I'll stop counting the weeks, but I don't know when. We miss your big grins and the way you used to dance, just because you knew we liked it. The way you'd roll on your back, and grin your widest as you waited for us to rub your tummy and the way your markings made you look like a "pamper-butt" because the tan looked like a diaper. But at least you made a new friend there. Tell Chelsea that Ann loves her and misses her as much as we love and miss you.

Christiana Miller

Aramis, I remember the first day I took you home; I took you for a walk and you danced around the block, you were so happy. And, after you saw how much your dancing pleased us and made us laugh, you would dance for us all the time. And every time you danced, you smiled. Not a day goes by that I don't wish I could dance with you one more time. We love you, buddy.

Christiana Miller

My most beloved...my dear, sweet Arfer Murri. I pay you the greatest tribute anyone can pay to another. You made a better person of your Mama than she could have ever become on her own.
Rest in peace our beloved...Mama and Daddy will be home soon.

Karen D. Tweet Laufer

Argo was not my pet he was all of ours he was a Fort Worth K9 unit officer and he lost is life so we would be safe.
He died Friday after taking a bullet to the neck by a man who had shot a officer a few days before. I am heart sick over this and tears run down my face for Argo was to retire any day. Words can't express my sorrow for this is also the second K9 dog to die in the line of duty. Last week Canto, another Fort Worth canine, died in the line of duty. Thank you Canto and Argo for making the streets safer for me and my family.

Cathy

Our relationship was rarely easy. Your difficulties and mine together built a hard life for some years, but these last 3 or 4 have made up for all that went before. In the end, you were my baby boy, my kitty, and it was so hard to let you go.

Don't forget that Sinbad is waiting for you to show you the ropes. He'll tell you what to do with mice, since you never got the hang of that!

I love you.

Priscilla

You may be gone but the memories live on. You'll always be my TweetTweet, my little thing, my baby. Mommy's girl. Arielle, the prettiest cat I have ever seen. I remember the first time we met, your tiny white paws and silver grey fur compelled me, but your sweet disposition convinced me that I had found the purrfect kitten. You grew into the most beautiful, adorable, creature--my heart's delight--drinking running water from the faucet, playing in the wet shower, undisturbed by the rain. How many times did I find playthings floating in your waterbowl and large toys in the bathtub? You were a little mermaid cat, I suppose, befitting your name; although Arielle is Hebrew for "Lioness of God". And a lioness you were, stalking me or a toy mouse, racing up and down the stairs, tossing and chasing Q-tips, jumping, leaping, even doing flips. Girl, you were one in a million and don't forget how much we all loved you and always will. I miss you but I release you to God, praying you are in blissful peace.

Emilie Young

Much loved---will be sorely missed by us and his surviving litter-mate, Jet!

Mikki and John Marchewitz

I remember that Tuesday night about 11 years ago when you first appeared in my yard. I'd never seen you before in the neighborhood and although you were limping slightly you looked so well taken care of that I thought you belonged to someone else. As I had two other dogs at the time, I made you leave. And each night after that you reappeared from nowhere with that same smile on your face and a limp that was getting a bit worse. Finally on Friday night you came back but this time you could hardly walk and your eyes were almost swollen shut. Somehow you knew me. I picked you up and took you to the emergency vet. He worked on you a bit and I took you home and brought you into my house. You knew that I'd do that, didn't you? I got you acquainted with the other two and the following morning when I woke up I went to find you. You came around the corner with that smile on your face. The limp was gone and your eyes were fine. Somehow I wasn't surprised.

You were always respectful of the other two and when they ate your food or took attention away from you, you just stood back and looked at me with those eyes. You and I always talked that way.

The other two moved on to the bridge and it was just you and me. You were with me through a great deal and no matter what happened you always had that smile on you face and those eyes that could talk. Some described you as a "cool" dog but no matter where I took you or who you were around, you always made friends. You touched so many people and became part of them with the unconditional love that you showed. Time went on and I watched you slow down a bit and I started to dread what was to come. But through all of that, you and I were always were able to "talk".

One day you stopped eating and no matter what I tried, it wasn't good enough. I tried to find ways to feed you and some of those worked but you and I knew it was only temporary. I could tell by the look in your eyes.

As weak as you got you gave us another four weeks to spend with you and say the kind of things that should have been said all along. On 5/9/98, we took you outside and let you lay in the sun a bit and you seemed to enjoy it for a while. We talked to you and petted you but we could tell you were tired. Finally, as I did that first Friday night, once again I picked you up and we drove you to the vet. This time it was for a much different reason. We went right before she closed because I didn't want anyone to see me cry, but because she was so busy we were fortunate enough to spend a little more time with you. Somehow I found the courage to stay with you until you fell asleep in my arms.

When I was young my parents taught me that if I wanted to address someone whom I respected, I should use Mr./Mrs.

Mr. Arlo, I want to take this time to celebrate your life and I want to thank you for picking me to be a small part of it. You're decision to pick me has made me the most loved person that I know of. People call me and ask about you and I have to tell them that you've gone on to make others happy, that your work here is done, and that what is left on this side of the bridge aside from the pain of not having you here, are some very wonderful memories. When you were here you surrounded me with more pure love than I've ever experienced. And now that you're gone there is a huge hole in my heart. My hope is that in some small way, you knew my love for you.

You're a class act Mr. Arlo. My words are inadequate to describe you and I wish more could have known you. Thanks for sharing your life with me. I can't wait to be with you again.

Dave Soos

I will miss you more than you'll ever know...you're oinking at me made me realize how happy you were to see me. I love you Arnold. Please be good to Tucson... till we all meet again!!!

Doreen

Although you were only on this Earth for a short time the love you gave and received was great.
Love and miss you always,

Mam & Dad

Arrow was killed by a doctor who was speeding and driving on the wrong side of the road. He was too busy talking on his cell phone to realize that he was driving, and he drove into Arrow's yard, through the fence, and killed Arrow instantly. The doctor left his business card but didn't even apologize - actually, all he said was "It's just a dog."

Kill all cell phones.

From Arrow's heartbroken Auntie Jane

Arthur was a stray. He came to us on a Sunday looking for someone to take care of him. We fed him, gave him water, played with him, he was so happy. He couldn't keep his food down and we took him to out vet on Monday. He hung in there, trying to get better but died Friday morning. We knew him for such a short time, he had such a great attitude despite what people had done to him. Bear and I still think of you, Arthur, you were a wonderful pup and we miss you.

Patricia Kolb

He was an exceptionall crazy guinea pig, he knew no fears proved when he bit the dogs nose.Angry and aggressive but a right creep.

Amanda

Arthur Guy was born with a liver shunt and an enlarged heart. Three different times we were told he would die soon. All 3 times he proved them wrong. For 4 years he was my husband Angel's special Buddy. He loved stuffed animals and playing fetch and tug of war with them. He loved chasing the cats and even liked it when they chased him. He didn't like sleeping on the bed but he fell asleep with his chin resting on my hand in his bed next to ours. When it got light in the morning he would get on the bed and wait for one of us to move. He learned that crushed ice, lettuce and carrots were treats for him. He never tried to eat the other dogs' food and only ate his prescription food. He was our great little 6 pound guard dog who once attacked and scared out of the house our 96 pound Aussie. She would never come in the house again. In his last year he had gone deaf but was still playful and full of love. On the afternoon he died he had been playing and went to sleep next to Angel's chair. Angel said he suddenly jumped straight up, started jerking and walking along the wall. I heard Angel shout and ran in the room just as he had picked Arthur up. He was having a grand mal seizure. We carried him outside and laid him in the grass where the other dogs wouldn't bother him. We petted him and talked to him and he stopped seizing. He never opened his eyes but he wagged his tail and then quit breathing. Angel says it isn't fair, he should have lived years longer. But it seems he chose his own time and went peacefully, leaving behind lots of wonderful memories.

Angel & Dottie Starr

For Arthur, Priscilla and Pumpkin: You were taken away from me too soon and unfairly. I miss my best friends so much. Your memories will live in my heart always. I am grateful for the times we had together. Nancy (Your mommie)

A wonderful, loving companion for 10 years with a very independent spirit. Always there to greet me at the door when I came home and ready to curl up in my lap when I sat down. I will never forget her beautiful double paws, big ears and exceptionally soft fur. She loved the outdoors. You are now free to run at last, my dear Arun. I will meet you at the Rainbow Bridge someday.

Kristi Forsman

My dear Ashes, within one month of losing her sister, Sunny, I lost you too. How I miss the flip flops you would do and those beautiful eyes. You left us SO fast, I miss you very much and hold you close to my heart.

Terri Schembre

Ashes,

Thank you, for all you were to Shasta and I.
You were a wonderful dog, full of love and caring.
We grieve for you and know you will be with us again.
Wait, at the bridge, we will bring a treat.

David Michel

Goodbye to the best friend I have ever had. You will always hold that special place in my heart.

Ashley Kuehl

My dearest Ashley...

You came to me when you needed me. I picked you out first cause you seemed so little and vulnerable. But you became the strongest little soul I have ever known.. independent and self-willed...talking to me and at me whenever you wanted something, and my sweet, talking back to me when you wanted it "now." *smiles* Your sister Cherokee is with me now, but I miss you dreadfully.

Little did I know how much I would come to need and love you. When I was sick and sad and my friends did not understand, you were always with me...endlessly wagging your tail, coy and disarming, sleeping on the king sized bed....standing in the back of the car with your little head between the front seats with that wonderful smile on your face, always ready for an adventure.

You have left me at a time when I thought we would have some time for you to grow very old and die peacefully. It was not to be. Know this my little girl.. the 12 1/2 years I had with you were some of the sweetest simply because of you. I will forever feel your little warm body and soft fur, and kiss your eyes before sleep. Wherever you are, I am there with you in my thoughts, in my heart, in my soul.

Grandma misses you dreadfully, she so adored you. You were and are loved. I picked up your broken little body and held you close, gave you breath and prayed for you. If I could have given you life, even my life, I would have. But it was also not to be.

Rest well my little girl. I keep your urn near me at all times. Know that I love you and keep you warm forever in my heart.

Mommy

Ashley you were my first baby. We all miss you, especially Dudley

Blubur

The most precious little, coy and independent soul I have ever known.... may her soul know wide open fields, warm nights and warm hands to pet her... endless attention and dinner without her sister eating it first. {;-) Goodbye my sweet.

G. Carey

Ashley loved everyone and was interested in everything. Thank you my dear, dear, wonderful dog for 13 years.
In love and grief, Mary Anne and Joe

You were my dearest friend.

Marta

You were very loved and will be missed-"Ashes"

Val

We will miss You

Rita and Kyle

Asia Von Der Konigsheide was taken away from us at only seven months of age in a dog trailer accident. Asia, I just wanted to be able to say goodbye and pay some sort of tribute to you and your brother Attila and Klaus. I don't think I will ever be able to truely say goodbye or let you go. You never had the chance to live your life the way you should have. You were taken away from us so suddenly and horribly. I just want you to know that we miss you every day and it just hurts so much still......Until we meet again. I love you.

Ed and Terri McClanahan

Although I never met this special kitty I have corresponded with the woman he owned. Through email I was able to experience the joy he brought to Helene's life. He was spirited, playful and loving but he was also very sick with liver shunts. Helene did all she could to give him the happiness in his life he had given her but his time to pass came. I am happy I was able to share him through email with Helene but I now share her grief too. Please say a little prayer for her and her family Aslan's sweet kitty companion, Tibbe, who is also suffering at this time.

Aspen was very SPECIAL to me. She came into my life when she was 3 weeks old. She was barely out of the nest box. I took her everywhere with me. She was a well traveled and well socialized bird. She has traveled by air and car with me. Going to Arizona, California, Wyoming, Idaho, And most recently this summer to a bird show in Indiana, flying into Chicago.  
She was a great traveler. She was a great talker, and the teacher to all the other birds in our home. Even teaching older birds that had never talked before. Her favorites were, Happy Birthday which I was greeted with every morning. Peek a boo which I heard each and every time I got out of the shower after opening the shower curtains.  
She loved to sing the Quaker Song which was written by a fellow Quaker Lover Kathleen Carr.  
It is sung to the tune, I'm A Little Tea Pot. And goes like this:  
I'm a little quaker Green and stout,  
Open up my cage and let me out,  
Better pick me up or else I'll squak,  
Rub my tummy and then I'll talk.  
She sang this with pride. She was proud that she was a quaker, and that she could talk.  
She loved to tell people that she was a little quaker, or quaker bird. She was big big help when I would be trying to pick up one of the others birds that had flown to the floor. As I would go to pick them up she would be there say saying come on, come'ere. If I would mention that I was in need of a pepsi I could always count on her yelling Hello Pepsi, which was one of my tiels that passed on last year. She loved to sing. Even if she wasn't singing words to the songs on the radio she would always chime in with some sing song sound.  
My life really has a hole in it now. And I miss her so much. I miss having her by my side. She was the boss, and let everyone know it. No quaker can ever replace her.  
There will always be a special place for her in my heart. And I will look forward to the time when I can be with her again at the Rainbow Bridge.  
I LOVE YOU Aspen, you are my little sweet heart!

Valeen Haslam

Aster was my mother and sister's little cat...
Bless you, little Aster, for bringing joy to everyone who met you, in the too short time you were here on earth. I know you are chasing celestial butterflies at the Rainbow Bridge. You will be sorely missed especially by your best friends Cedar and Ma Cherie.
Say hi to Max for me.

Love, Ronnie and Lily too

Asti fought long and hard against kidney failure. She just got tired and succumbed to pancreatitis.

Dot

My sister lost her very best friend this past Monday. Astin was the most special dog I've had the pleasure to know. Although she was sick most of her life, she never complained and was loyal and loving beyond reproach. She will always be remembered but truly missed.

Randy Bash

Our Audley was a once in a lifetime dog. She had a force of personality and character that pervaded our lives. She was gentle and imperious, bitchy and kind. When all the other dogs crowded forward to get their treats, she sat back several yards, waiting. She took the treat delicately from your hand, but she expected you to bring it to her. She was our first dog, she was our queen. In 14 years of practice, our vet had never seen a dog lie flat on her back, all four legs in the air, with IVs trailing out, secure even in her sickness. She was a fighter with an unbreakable force of will. We miss her terribly, with the strength of our grief reflecting the strength of our love.

Peter and Cindy

You will always be in my heart and I will miss you terribly. You are a very special little girl and taught me a lot about love. I love you very much.

Mommy.

Auggie was our little boy! He was smaller than his brothers and almost lost his life to a chow. But his Popi saved him on that day, and ever since, he loved to snuggle Rod in bed, especially in the morning when I was getting ready for work. He is survived by his mom and dad and 4 brothers, Sandie, Socks, Rusty and Steyr. He will be missed by all!

Rod and Suzanne Holland

CH. Byrrh Our August of Lochmoor lived for 14 years - far beyond the life expectancy for his breed. He survived cancer surgery 16 months ago He provided years of pleasure to his owners, their children and their children's children who grew up with Augie as "their" dog. This big bully dog who did not like other dogs was a people lover to the end.

He could not see, he could not hear - but that was OK. Mom and Dad could be his eyes and ears. But when he would not eat we knew it was him time to cross over the Rainbow Bridge. Farewell dear friend and companion.

The Family of Don & Judy Hamby

To Augie

We will never forget you or all the love you gave us. There is a deep ache in our hearts. We will meet you at the Rainbow Bridge. Now that you are well again, run and play to your heart's content. Do not miss us. You are in better place now and that brings us much comfort.

Love,
Paul and Diane

Goodbye, Aurora, beloved friend of Josh, mother of Homer, Templeton, Spot, Mac, Homer II, Lily, Chevelle, and Jewel and Dipstick who preceded you in death. Your friends and family, Homer, Charlie, Misty, Diana, Nike, and Ebony will miss you every day. So will Josh, Dan and Sue. Goodnight, good guy....

Austin, founder of the Feline Diabetes web site (http://pricemd.com/felinediabetes), joined his brother, Eugene, at Rainbow Bridge on February 22, 1998, at 1:50 a.m. After the sudden onset of congestive heart failure, pulmonary edema, and a blood clot which left him partially paralyzed, Austin passed away unexpectedly while sleeping in the arms of his Dad.

We knew in our hearts that Austin would soon join his brother but we still hoped we had many years with this loving little tabby. He has helped us cope so much in the six months since Eugene passed. It seemed impossible to love him more than ever, but we have in this past winter.

Austin was a remarkably intelligent and exceptionally loving cat. He will live forever in our hearts.

Rebecca Price & Paul Jagodzinski

We all miss you very much

Jude, Gene & Casey

Owned by a person handicapped by cerebral palsy, AWOL became a top-winning Schipperke in conformation and obedience. He will always be in our hearts.

Vicki Maher and Robert Scovill

A Tribute To  
My Beloved "Sock Hound"

My Dearest Axle,

Where do I begin. In June of 1988 when I picked you out (or should I say "You picked me" ) and brought you home little did I know that you would change my "Heart" forever. That was only the beginning. Two weeks later I was lucky enough to also adopt your brother "Dusty". The two of you were inseparable, the best of buddies. Better known as "The Boys". Even from the very first day you were different. Dusty was the sweet, passive, gentle and independent one and you, well let's use the words strong, persistent, demanding and very needy one. You were quite the character (to say the least). This got to be a real challenge when the two of you grew to be one hundred and plus pounds each. I had my hands full.

Through the years you both brought me the most joyous times in my life. We have gone through a lot together and have had a lot of fun times too. Dusty with his love for tennis balls, he could chase them forever, and Axle your love for "socks". I'm not sure were that came from but you always had to carry one around with you. It was your security blanket I believe. (You were truly a "big baby" but I never told you that). Dusty was looked at as your little brother. Maybe because you were the bigger one about 120 lbs (just short for your weight, right Axle?).

Dusty was always the healthy one, however through the years Axle you had some difficult times (health problems) but with your strong will and mama's love we did get through each one of them. I know you truly believed that I was put into your life to meet everyone of your needs, and that I graciously did my best.  
You loved your mama so very much. Any one who knew us knew that to be true. It may seem to others that I favored you more but the truth is you favored me and it was that way from then on. Love at first sight I guess.

My beloved Axle, the day came where you and I were not enough to overcome everything. On December 16, 1997 you passed away from cancer and my "Heart" once again was changed forever. That day was the worst day I've known.  
The pain was and still is unbelievable. I know that there was nothing more I or the doctors could do for you, other than to love you enough to let you go. The Lord decided it was time for you to go home. I know that you are in good hands and one day we will be together again.

I know that not everyone will understand us, but then that means we had something very special. Dust truly misses you also. Axle I thank you so very much for the unconditional love that you brought into my life. You were my first and I will love you always. You have left a lifetime of memories. They will make me cry and make me laugh too.

When it's mama's time to come home I know you'll be waiting for me just inside the gates. So keep your big brown eyes open and your tail a waggin. (or should I say one eye open and awake). Until then big boy….

Love always
"Mom & Dusty"
In loving memory of "Axle"
5/25/88 - 12/16/97

Tribute....

I love you Azzie, and I'll never forget you...
I will always love you...

-LaurieLea