1999 Tributes

Ka-dih thru Kylee

Raider and his sister were Champions of the breed ring and of the heart. Between them, they helped restore life to an old line of the breed. Their assorted offspring carry on their intelligence, beauty, strength, and all the things that make Samoyeds special in the home, breed, obedience and agility rings as well as herding. It hurt both families to lose these special friends within six months of each other. They enjoyed their brief reunions in life, may they enjoy this one as they regain health. We, with their children and grandchildren, will join them in time.

Nancy Leonard and Lisa Peterson

Kadoodie now joins Willy, Rusty and Brandy at rainbow bridge. No one has ever known a cat quite like him-such a personality-almost human. He had a good life with our family and was loved very very much. Doots was brought home a stray and I had to beg my family to let me keep him. He paved the way for the other 7 cats that followed-all saved from shelters. He was the king of his castle and will be dearly missed.

Laura.

Kadoodie was the original lap cat, didn't matter who's lap, just any lap was fine with him. The only thing in life that mattered to him was love, and he will be missed so much. I know that someday we will meet at Rainbow Bridge.

Marilyn

Mr. Kai you were the most loving dog I have ever known. We miss you more than words can express. 'Till we meet again we'll think of you every day.

Merrill R. Hunt

Born September 17, 1984 Became an AngelKitty July 16, 1998
You are forever in our hearts, dearest little man. We miss you tagging along behind our every move, we miss your little lamb's "baaaa" meow, we miss you at bedtime when you snuggled between us each night. Oh little KC-Kat, how we miss you! I know you're no longer in pain, no longer having trouble breathing, but God, it hurts down here without you. We will remember you happy and well, precious one...as we know you would like for us to do. You deserved so many more years in our loving home. We'll meet you at the Bridge soon, dear little fellow. Thank you for the years of faithful love and companionship you gave us both. You will always be our courageous little man, Sweetheart. Forever in our hearts, Mommy and Daddy

She left us suddenly without a chance for goodbye - her poor heart just got too tired. We love you Kaley

Henry & Adele

To Kali,
The special kitten that had her life taken so quickly by the Feline Aids disease.
We miss her.
Melissa & Mario

My sweet baby Kaluha was only 6 1/2 months old when she passed. She had a heart problem.
God I miss my sweet baby. :0

Lisa T.

Kandi,
You were the best dog any owner could have. You always were so happy and lovable. You shared 8 wonderful years with us and we will never forget you. Your buddy Hawk is taking it hard but is coping without you. We will never forget you. We love you "Mommy Milk Bone"

Love and Kisses Always,

Mommy and Daddy
Andy and Pam
Kawk-Your boyfriend
xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxxo

Pam Greenberg

He was born on 12/93, and he died unexpectedly of pneumonia on 11/24/98, after our vet told us he would be better in a few days. It was, and is, hard on all of us. There is a huge void in our lives without him.

Deborah L. Hawk

Loving & loyal goat,  
never complained of being on 3 legs  
always gentle & NOT destructive like his brother or sister.  
Wish your journey to the Bridge could have been more peaceful but you fought life to the end. That old maple tree will grow on bigger & stronger as you were rested beneath.

Crow Family

An old and much-loved friend.

Angel and Dottie Starr

He was my friend, my confidante. We spent many hours together, training traveling and showing as well as just lounging on the couch. He helped my through the darkest time in my life- the death of my mother. In so many ways he taught me so much.

Kelvin Korfhage

Our "Loyal and Trusted" daughter, sister, and friend.
             "THE GENTLE SHEPHERD"
                  "Never to be forgotten"
Sadly missed by Dad, Mom, Ricky, and Anne Marie

She came, she saw, she conquered.
Everyone who knew her loved her.
Everyone who knew her misses her.

As those I have loved before you, dear Kasey, you will always have a special place in my heart. Your life was far too short - there was so much more we needed to do together. I hope there is a special place in heaven for dogs and that you are now playing happily with Duke, Maggie, Sasha, and Abbi. Please know how much I loved you and how much you helped me. Til we meet again my love.

Patricia Love

Kasey was a beautiful, kind , gentle, loving friend (teacher, healer, protector, shoulder to cry on, person to rejoice with...and so much more). Not a day goes by that I do not shed a tear over his loss. He was the best friend a person could have- he is missed terribly!

Jani Rubinstein

She was my best friend for 12 years and I still can't believe she is gone. She was always there for me and I hope she's happy wherever she is.

Teri

My precious little rat-girl, you were, and always will be, my heart and soul. I miss your sweet little face, your warm fur and those precious little rattie kisses more than I can say, but I know that we'll be together again someday.
I'll meet you at the Rainbow Bridge, and I promise you, angel girl, no one will ever, ever separate us again.

I love you with all my heart, baby girl,
Mommy

Kathana "call name Hans" was our special furbaby that came into our lives after the loss of a dear companion. He also had many of the special ways of our beloved "Bows", the pink tongue, the tilt of the head and ears, so many things that made us believe Bows lived inside him. He was always there with excitement and love in his heart when you came home, so glad to see you. No matter the disaster of the day, Hans always made it better. Though your show career has been ended before it really began Hans, you will always be " Best in Life" to us.

You will be sorely missed,

Love..........Dad, Mom, Nicole, Michelle

Kaite-  
The day we got you will always be so fresh in my memory... Do you remember? It was so cold...I think it was the coldest that year. We got you from your mother at that farm up in Williamsport. You were in the basement of that house hiding under the pool table. You were so shy.  
Our fuzzy little puppy!  
Mother picked you up and put you under her winter coat to keep you warm. Whenever we'd take you outside that winter, you'd shake so much from the cold that we'd have to pick you up and hold you close to us to warm you up.

Time went on...you grew up, I grew up...but one constant was always there. You. Katie, you were everything in my life seemed so mixed up, so wrong, you'd make things right. If I was upset, you knew, and came over and gave me a kissy. You'd lay down on the couch and snuggle with me. You were always there.  
Thank you.  
But then I left. I went off to college. Yet, did you know that when I came home each and everytime...the first thing I wanted to do was spend time with you? I loved when you would rush to the door and jump on me. I told Mother and Dad, that if this day would ever come, I wanted them to let me know so I could say "goodBye".

When Dad called on Saturday Morning, I knew. The cancer took over your body so quickly. Dad said he had been up all night with you...you could barely breath. We didn't know Kate. Mother said that on Wednesday she noticed you were breathing funny...so she took you to the vet. That's when they found that tumor on your windpipe the size of an orange, and then the cancer all through your little lungs.

I rushed home that morning...I think its the fastest I have ever made it back from State College. When I opened the door...even on your last day>>>>>You ran to me.

Kate... we didn't want you to suffer. Mother and Dad are going to take your ashes to the Beach...we figure that was your favorite place.

I decided to go back up to school right after you passed away. I could handle being at home without you. When I left, pulling out of the driveway, and not seeing you in the Dining room window saying goodbye....hurt so much.

I grabbed one of your babies (its the elephant one), I've got it here with me now. It still smells like you...I hope it never fades...and neither do my memories.

It was the longest two hour trip back to school. Every song on the radio reminded me of you. I tried to go out that night and have a good time...to get things "back to normal". But I kept seeing you everywhere. I called home at a pay phone on College Ave. Balling in front of every drunk PSU student that passed by. But they just don't understand. My roommates don't understand. No one knows how much you meant to me. I love you so much.

When I get up to heaven, I know you'll come running to me. You'll give me a kissy and then I'll grab your leash and we will go on a long walkabout...until then, please know that I will always love you, and you are truly missed.

You are my KatieDog...and you always will be!!!!

Love, Brad :&*

Bradley Tyson

Katie, our little rescue pug that in 5 1/2 months gave AND received a lifetime of love and care...all our love, Mommy, Daddy and your pug buddies, Jake and Beauregarde....we all miss you Katester

Ken and Karyl Butry

To Katie, who was a visiting dog at hospitals and nursing homes, you taught me more about simple, loving things of life then you'll ever know. You were ALWAYS happy and did your best to help make everyone you met feel the same way. I'll think of you always.

Patrick Phillips

Katie Puss  
We look for you - our sweet, our pet.  
Just for a moment, we forget.  
In the window or on the chair -  
Then we remember you won't be there.  
And we feel your loss like it's brand new.  
How deeply and terribly we'll miss you!  
So dearly loved - and so loved yet.  
Our Katie Puss - our sweet, our pet.

Darlene & Bobby

In Loving Memory of Katie,
My sweet Katie it has been more than nine months since your tragic death. I hope we made the right choice when we decided to have you put to sleep. I didn't want you to have to struggle with diabetes so we had to put you to sleep. I miss hearing your bark when someone comes to the door. I miss seeing your fluffy white head in the window waiting to greet me when I come home. You will always have a place in my heart.

Love,
Beverly

Much loved always.

Vicki Sharer for Susie Likes

Katie, I am so proud to have been your Mommy. You gave me love I had never known and now I miss you so. When we meet again, I promise to be smiling, as now I cannot do. My heart is broken, but what is spilling from it, is all my love for you. Rest now my sweet girl, and remember Mommy loves you and always will.

Diane and John Hertz

We have lost sweet, strong, beautiful Katie only five weeks after her brother Bubba. It's so hard to believe that both of them aren't with us anymore. Our house it too quiet now. There's no huffing, no sweet faces greeting us at the door, no barking, no nuzzling of soft noses on our arms.

The pain and indignity of her decline are gone now. In our minds we can still see Katie flying across an open fields, passing Bubba like he was standing still, to retrieve a tennis ball. We think of them playing tug of war with a white sock...Bubba so much stronger but Katie never giving in. It's that strong spirit of Katie's that we will miss most.

Allyn and Joe Ritz

Keiki, you've always had such a special place in our hearts, but no one loved you and misses you more than I do. I was so excited when you decided to "adopt" the family way back in 1984; what more could a six-year-old ask for? You lived a good, long life full of asking for tuna treats in your little kitty voice, chasing toy whirly-birds (and real ones!), giving "kitty kissies" and getting many, many "human kissies" in return. Little Nora-Neko, the day you passed away it broke my heart into a million pieces and I will miss you for the rest of my life.

Carly Ikuma

Thank you, Katie, for teaching many kids to love riding. Thanks for the beautiful babies you gave me, the undying love for me you felt, and keeping me sane when the rest of the world was going crazy. You were one in a million.

Laurie Sullivan

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Shirley and Marc Riva

To my Katy Cat who gave me 18 years of happiness. She was always there with a purr or a lick on my face and could instantly make me feel better. I still love her with all my heart and miss her with all my soul.

Lauri Orsak

Dear Miss Maisy (aka Katy, Miss May, Maison, Pretty, Pretty Little, Missy May),

Thank you for your time with us. Such wonderful memories we have to cherish.

Love always,

Susan and Craig

To my sweet baby girls, thank you for all the love and companionship you have given to me. I only wish we had more time together. Mommy loves and misses you so much. Rest well my sweethearts.

Helen

We miss our Darling Kayla. She was Mommy's shadow, Daddy's golf partner and Grandpa's pal. Ever the guardian, protector and always a sweet soul. We WILL meet on the Rainbow Bridge.

Ron and Maureen Musilek

Kayla, My darling, you were so special to me. I remember the day I went to pick you up. You ran up to meet my car, and gave the sweetest "baa". You stole my heart right then! You were such a baby! I remember how you would sneak out of your pen and run to my back door and try to sneak in the house! Such a silly little girl!  
I loved you and I think you knew that, you were so protective over me,,,, never knew a goat would be that way! You trusted me so much, when you would have your babies it was "my" job to clean them up for you. You are now at Rainbow bridge with your babies that went before you. Give them all a hug from me, Donnie Ray, Scarlet, Columbo, & Erin. I promise to do my best in raising the 3 babies you left behind. They miss you so much! They were only 6 days old when you left us. I remember the time I took you to the nursing home for "Farm Day", I let you off of your leash and you went bounding in to the crowd! You were so silly!! I love you Kayla, You were my exceptional girl. The granddaughter of the famous Champion goat Sydney Chinsucker! There will never be another to fill this hollow place in my heart! I love you, Kayla and miss you horribly!

Love,
Your Mama, Raynae'

Kaylee baby, I miss you, and I always will. You were the light of my life, the friend I came home to each day, the one who would sit and listen unfailingly to all my problems and fears. You never judged, you never demanded or complained ... you just loved me, no matter what.

You may not remember when you were born, but I do. It was the coldest night of the year. It was a week early and it was obvious there were problems, and we rushed your mother to the vet. You had a little brother, but he didn't make it. You did, though, and the next day we took you home, snuggled inside my coat for warmth. From then on, you thought I was your mother.

You were a bratty puppy, and sometimes we despaired that you'd ever become a civilized dog ... but eventually you did. And when the bad times came, and I was divorced and decided to relocate, you were the one who was by my side all the way ... even though you HATED that truck we hauled the furniture in and rode 1300 miles in. Everywhere we went, though, everyone loved you. And when you finally got so sick and there was nothing more we could do for you, it broke my heart to let you go. Yet I couldn't let you suffer. You did so much for me, but in the end that was all I could do for you.

Kaylee honey, you're a special star in the sky now, a little angel with four feet and fur. I love you so much, baby, and I miss you. I know you're in a beautiful place, playing with all the other furry angels at Rainbow Bridge, gone now from my life but never from my heart.

Dee

Besides Michele and Keith, he was my best friend. He was always there whether I was in a good mood or bad, he was a great comfort when I was sad or alone, and lots of fun the rest of the time, I will miss him terribly.

Shery

KC, we love you so much and miss you very much. We are always thinking of you. You brought us so much happiness and were the sweetest little kitty. We know you were a fighter until the very end. Love, Mommy and Daddy

Very Loved and best friend.

Cabrini

She gave us so much pleasure for these 14 years, We will all miss her.

John, Jean, Shauna, and Neil Troutman

Keats was my Mothers only full time companion after I entered the U.S. Air Force almost fifteen years ago. Keats crossed the bridge this past February and in an effort to cope with this loss, my mother sent me (I'm currently serving a remote assignment in South Korea) her thoughts and remembrances of her dear friend in the form of a poem.

A Silence so Loud

The silence so loud hurts the most
   my dear beloved friend
The cheery good mornings
   the quiet loving at evening
The whisper of soft paws
   passing over the carpet
The crunching of food
   while having a bit of a snack
A purr as beautiful as a symphony
   a purr so loud, pure joy
   a purr so quiet, pure content
The muted whimpers from
   fanciful dreams while napping
The loud meows of demand
   brought forth by an open can of tuna
The quiet meows
   in conversation most pleasant
The chatter of teeth
   while watching the birdies
The yowls from a chair back
   to ward off evil spirits
The quiet so loud with love
   as we cuddle for the night
I miss you so very much
   forever in my heart my precious Keats

Chris for Bettsy, my mother

Letting you go was the hardest thing we ever did...we love you and will always think of you!

Blair & Kimberly

I will miss you forever, Kegaan!!! I'll never forget you.

Kristin

Keiba was my very special friend and I will never forget him.

Mary Ellen Moore

Our Baby, Kelli Bergrud: The most loving dog sleeps in God's loving arms.

We will always love you Kelli and miss you.

You will live in our hearts forever.

Go with God ~ Sleep in Peace. All Our Love, Mommie & Daddy

My best friend, my companion and the best dog I have ever owned. I wanted to be with you when you went to the Rainbow Bridge, but you left before I could be with you. I know you cared about me too, and that you waited to make it to your 14th Birthday, and I am glad we celebrated it together. I will miss you terribly, but I won't miss your tearing up my lounge suites as you did as a puppy, and I'll miss the "Kelly Hugs", and Sunday breakfasts, but I will miss your love and affection, your personality, your kisses, your happy face, your playfulness and cheekiness. You will be with friends, the two Brandy's, your babies, Muffin, Red, ES and Cuddles, and your companion Caesar. You were the matriarch of the Karnimirie Klan, now there is only Noodle, and he will miss you too. The 30th of October will always hold a special place in my heart, and I will always remember you. I am sorry you became so dependent on me in the end, but I know how stubborn you were and how you always wanted to please me. I have many fond memories of our life together and the fun times we had. I would not have been around today if it had not been for you, my friend. Goodbye my darling!

Sharyn Hurley

Kelly

I found you at a supermarket and they said you were left in a bucket at the railroad station. "Please take her home she's so tiny and she even comes with 5 pounds of puppy chow." You were my best friend and helped me through all the good times and bad as well. You were special in my heart. Nobody ever heard of a "Mini-Lab", you were a fighter till the end and defied all odds. You'll always be our "Skootch" - John and Becky miss you also. Love, Gail

We love you, Kelly.

Nancy and Terry

Kelly was a very special girl who came to us four years ago as a "rescue". She rescued us and brought us much happiness. She will be missed by all of us.
luv ya Kelly,
mom

Although I, along with my family, are truly heart-broken over the loss of my beloved golden retriever-Kelly, I am overjoyed in the knowledge that Kelly was both a gift from God to us and an instrument of God's peace, who was called back to heaven. I have never known such a loving and gentle animal as she. Kelly was truly a part of our family who was with us during good times and bad, and who served as a constant reminder of love in its purest form: unconditional, unassuming, and non-judgmental.

They say that pets can teach you a lot about yourself and of life. I believe it. Shortly before Kelly was put to sleep, my mother and brother-in-law were not talking to each other because of a fallout they had almost two years ago over some ridiculous issue-(I'm sure they can't even remember). When the vet diagnosed Kelly as terminally ill, my mother and brother-in-law somehow began talking to each other again. Their common attachment to this seemingly insignificant life of a dog, made them put aside their differences-if only for a short time. What a wonderful legacy Kelly leaves behind-to have brought people together who thought they had irreconcilable differences. The rest of us humans should be so lucky!

Paul Dougherty

On May 15, 1979, a little red and white puppy was born. He was half Golden Retriever and half Irish Setter. Six weeks later, for reasons unknown, he was in a cage at the SPCA. It was not a no kill shelter at the time. The day he arrived there, I was starting my search for my very first dog. That was the day Kelse and I met.  
I had just purchased my first home and felt it would look better if there was a dog in the yard. The people at the SPCA told me I would have to wait ten days before I could take him home and that it would depend on whether or not one of the nine people ahead of me took him first. Ten days later I returned to find nine people and half the SPCA staff involved in an argument about who had signed up for the puppy first. He was sitting in an open cardboard carrier, shaking like a leaf. All the shouting was upsetting him. I wasn't about to join the shouting match or let someone else walk off with him, so I tucked him into my shirt and walked out. I returned the next day to pay the adoption fee and had quite a time getting out again without being arrested. After all, I HAD stolen the pup.  
What an incredibly intelligent dog! Before he was six months old, he had learned to sit, stay, come, heel and fetch. Within the first year, he had learned to fetch his toys by name and had learned how to spell words like out, walk, play, ride and cookie.  
He was also amazingly healthy. In all the time we were together he only had one ear infection and one cold. On the down side though, he was extremely allergic to fleas and suffered every year until I found the right combination of things to do to get him away from those nasty steroids. After that, "flea" was a foreign word.  
Over the years we went every where together. My motto was that if I couldn't bring him with me, I'd go somewhere else. And why not! He absolutely loved everyone he ever met. And every one loved him. He wouldn't just wag his tail; he wagged his entire body including his head. He would scrunch up his face and smile as best he could with his tongue hanging out of the side of his mouth. Sometimes he would scrunch his face until his eyes were closed and then walk into things because he couldn't see where he was going. All the time with his head going one way, his tail another and his body doing something totally unrelated. Even his walk was different. He always moved both legs on the same side at the same time. Like a camel. It gave him a very unique wiggle.  
After his first year, he let me know, in no uncertain terms that this obedience thing was getting old and that he would only perform those behaviors if the fancy suited him. If it didn't, he would just pretend I wasn't there. On the other hand though, I was expected to furnish ear wobbles, pats, pets, rib rubs, body hugs, scratches, footsie games and kisses whenever he rested his head on my lap. I was also required to throw his ball for him until I was exhausted. Of course, he never got tired.  
He would only ride in the front seat of the car. (This would sometimes present a problem if I had a passenger.) He would just sit there like he was driving. He kept his eyes on the road and never stuck his head out of the window. I think he felt it wasn't the dignified thing to do. Like me, he hated his seat belt but knew that he wouldn't be allowed in the car unless he used it. After a while he learned where the seat belt harness was kept and would get it the minute someone mentioned the word "ride." He LOVED his rides. Even the long ones to Virginia to go camping. He wasn't crazy about planes, though. But how else could I have brought him to the Grand Canyon or Yellowstone or Yosemite? He loved camping and hiking as much as I did but he wasn't too keen on rock climbing. Whenever I tried that, he would bark and cry until I was finished. I eventually stopped because it upset him so.  
During his entire life we were never apart for more that ten hours at a time. (One of us had to work and I could earn more than he could.) On April 29th, at 4:30 PM, at the age of 18 years, 11 months and 2 weeks, Kelse passed over to the Rainbow Bridge. The emptiness he has left will never be filled but the memories he left will never be forgotten. Never in my life have I cried so hard for any living thing. Neither animal nor human. He was the closest, dearest and most dependable friend I have ever had. When I was feeling down he would cheer me up. When I was lonely he would crawl up onto my lap. When I was upset he would do things to take my mind off my problems. He was the perfect dog/pet/friend. There will never be another Kelse. I wish he was here to help me now.  
But I know he's happy at the Bridge. The sun is shining and it never rains there and he has lots of new friends to run and play with. And his hips aren't stiff anymore and he can run again. And there are plenty of Angels there with untiring arms to throw his ball for him and walk with him through the fields and meadows. And the only pain he feels is in his heart because I'm not there with him. Don't worry boy. Don't cry. We'll be together again. Just be patient. I won't let you down.

Paul

The Pet Pals "Kelse" West End, NJ May 15, 1979 - April 29, 1998 Truly God's prototype for the original dog.

Our beloved Kelsey passed away on 07-26-98. She had never been sick. She got sick on Friday, and died five days later. It was eight weeks ago we lost our Bulldog. Kelsey was a very smart, cute, and loud dog. She was a nonstop barker. The nite before she died, I felt a since of doom. I will miss her so much. A lot of people do not understand the bond between animals and people. I say get a DOG!

Terri McPherson

Keen-Keen, you and Jaime were truly one soul in two bodies. What you had with her was a special magic; as you looked into her eyes only while she held you in her 9-year-old lap during those last two hours, there was no doubt of the love that you shared. If love could have saved you, or healed you, you would still be here. Guard her well from above; God gave you to each other. We all miss you terribly, and will love you forever.

Jaime, with Judi, Gary and Jeff Borgers

Kenya was abandoned on our property and was hit by a car. We nursed him back to health and kept him as a family pet. Kenya was hit today along with his canine friend Freeway, and both died. Over time they grew to attached to each other. Kenya being younger brought out the playfulness in Freeway who was quite older.
They both will be missed and I might add that there is one pet we have left now and that is Charlie our poodle who will also miss them. Charlie was the one who tried to keep them both in line. To both Kenya and Freeway WE MISS YOU.

Family at Circle Inn

Kerry was an Irish Setter who participated with her owner Mary Jane and adopted brother Ryan in the St. Louis Chapter of Love On a Leash, a Visitation Therapy Pet Program for nursing homes, retired resident centers, hospitals, special schools, and any other place we are invited to visit.

Kerry was very good at sharing her canine cheerfulness with the residents and patients.

As a group, we will all miss her and mourn with Mary Jane and her other Irish Setter Ryan on the loss.

Kerry gave back to a community through the program and brought many smiles to faces that have a hard time smiling sometimes.

Mary Hill
Volunteer
St. Louis Chapter of Love On A Leash

She was a stray - given to me by a dear friend, Carol. She died very suddenly of a blood clot in the brain on New Year's morning. She had a brother, Snickers ( a dog) and a sister Katie ( a cat). We loved her so much. She brought alot of joy and love to our home. She was so sweet and so special. We loved her so much and miss her terribly. We did not expect her life to be so short - but she brought so much to us in that short time. I am grateful that God gave her to us to visit and be with us - even for a while. She will always have a part of our hearts. We miss you - our little angel and wait to see you again.

Mary Ellen Flynn

I lost Kes to an accident. She was warm and loving and loved to play. She would often wake me at 4 a.m. to see if I wanted to play. I miss her and I love her. She was beautiful. Never friendly with strangers, she only loved me. I hope that she knows how much I loved and love her.

E Mengelman

We first met Kesha at an animal shelter in Wisconsin. We adopted her and took her to our home in Chicago where she became a member of our family. She provided us with lots of love and the pleasure of her company. She will be greatly missed until we see her again when we reach the bridge.

Rachael Brockman

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Annie and Charlie

God doesn't give us pets, he gives us gentle, devoted companions. Kevin was like a child to us. There was never a moment that he wasn't with one of us. His presence was like a whisper you couldn't quite hear, but you were comforted by it's sound. As he left us, I finally heard the whisper..
"I love you.."

John & Joan Walters

I wish I could have been more of a "Mom". I love you.

Sharon

She loved iced tea, black olives and shrimp. She saved me once from a rattlesnake bite. She'd traveled the country happiest when under the driver's seat sleeping. Tolerated the unwelcome addition of fur-child after fur-child into her domain, as long as they had a firm understanding of where HER spot on the bed, sofa, windowsill, etc, was. Really loved her dad the best, but I was okay, too. Told Inka and Ewok to leave her the heck alone - "I'm the REAL boss in this house!" Sent her to the bridge before the cancer made her life here too unbearable. I hear they have shrimp each and every day. See you there, my friend.

Mary

To my Kidders, my love. I will always love you.

Lisa Kirkpatrick

I'll miss you always!!!!!!!

Of all the time or places to pass away I guess I should feel honored it was in my arms while we both were asleep. You were curled up in a ball just like every other night. I'm going to miss you my precious kitty. At least your with Momma cat now.

We'll miss you,
Jean, Paul, Art
Can't forget animal friends:
Jake (brother), Winston (kitty), Bear (Rotweiler friend), Stevie (bird that ate out of same bowl with her)

The worlds most loyal, understanding and loving soul...

Kelly

Keekers,
Momma loves you baby-girl. She misses you so much. I know you are in a good place, I just wish I was there with you. You have taken such good care of me. Always been there for me. What will I do without you? Did you lead me to Graham. You could never tolerate anyone but me, we had such a special bond. But when you met Graham, you loved him instantly. Did you bring him to me? I still need you, but I am trying to make it on my own until I see you again. You made me open my eyes to how precious life is, and how precious love is. THANK YOU. My heart is very sad. I hope you miss me too. I can't wait to see you again. I smile everytime I think about it, even if it won't be for awhile. I know that the day I see you again, will be the happiest day of my life. Say hello to DrifterKitty for me. I bet the two of you are the bestest friends.
I miss you, I love you, I'll see you again. Thank you for all you have given to me. Please watch over me.

Lisa

Goodbye my sweet little "Kiko-man" . I don't know what happened, one minute you were "beating up" on Little Bob and Nella and the next minute you were gone. You were too young and healthy to just die so suddenly. I can't seem to comprehend that you're gone.

I've never seen a "talking" cat or one who responded to words like you did. I seems like yesterday that I was working late one night and found you as a tiny, wet kitten abandoned and crying in the rain. I was a dog man and really had no desire to own a cat, but you were so pathetic looking I couldn't help but love you. It didn't take you long to whip the dogs into shape and worm your way into both mine and mamas hearts. "Sweet" Alice adopted you as her own and it always made me laugh to see you two roughhousing.

As each new dog came into our life, you showed them the ropes and let them know just who ran the show around here. I don't know what Little Bob and Nella are going to do when they realize that their big buddy won't be coming home tonight or ever again. I'm having trouble with it too.

It's going to take me quite a while to stop expecting to see your little head peering over the windowsill to let me know you want in.

The only comfort I have right now is knowing that you are once again with your beloved Alice.

God Bless and keep you until Mama and I can be there with you, "Sweet" Alice and Ralphy Boy.

Goodbye little guy.

Love,
Papa

To the best pet a human can ever have. I miss you and love you. Looking forward to seeing you at the Rainbow Bridge. Save a spot for me killer.

Chris Orr

My "Gentle Giant" Thank you for teaching me so much. From your love, kindness, gentleness and strength I now can say I understand, appreciate and will always love my rotties - "TO KNOW A ROTTIE IS TO HAVE BEEN LOVED BY ONE" - Till we meet again.

Joy Feder

Kiltie, I love you very much. We love you still and always will. You came to us in a time of need and you filled us with happiness. You're always in my thoughts. You're always in our thoughts and prayers.

Maggi Latcheran

I rescued Kim from an abusive household in 1977. I witnessed things that should never happen to human or animal. She was with me for 18years and she was very spoiled and extremely loved. It's been almost 3 years since I've seen my Kim, but I know that she is waiting for me at the Rainbow Bridge.

Lisa Kendrick

I lost my beloved Kimmie 4 weeks ago. I can finally write about her without dissolving into a puddle. At 16 1/2 years old, I think I had come to believe that Kimmie would live forever. With her strong headed female Malamute disposition, it seemed a good bet. Kimmie was a part of the fabric of my life. She saw me through 7 homes, several relationships, put up with the addition of several other dogs, and over 10 cats into the household. The only peace I have in her passing is that she is finally reunited over the bridge with her best pal, Domino. Kimmie has left a huge hole in our family. I can remember many wild times with Kimmie, a true dog's dog. Kimmie had little use for the trappings of domestication. She'd open the refrigerator if she was hungry, and clean it out. The cats were an amusement, and my jeans (even tucked away in my drawers) were chew toys. In her later years, arthritis slowed her down, but when she finally passed on, she had her senses and faculties intact. Kimmie was my first dog ever, and together we learned much about pet ownership...the ups and the downs! Kimmie, I love you, and you are deeply missed by me, my family, my friends here and abroad, and the rest of the family: Blackie, Bitlit, Pushpin, Melon, Sprinkles, Pumpkin, Seamus, Sushi, and Sunshine. Kimmie, rest well, and enjoy your time over the bridge with friends gone before you. You are always in my heart.

Love, Sue

I miss you I love you.

Shaz and Glenn Davis

King was a very special dog, and her owner Paul will miss her forever...It was a brave battle, but now she's at rest.

To King, I love you my sweet boy. Life has not been the same since I lost you. You will always be in my heart.

Ingrid Thompson

I've had pets before. And I've lost my special friends before. But it's been a long time since I've missed anyone like I miss you. It's been a month since you left me, and I think of you always--the way you perked up your ears when I came into a room long after you couldn't hear my step anymore, the way you rubbed your muzzle along the carpeting when you were feeling fine. When I have the strength, I look at your pictures, saddened that those are all I have left of you--those and countless, priceless memories. You were my friend, my confidant, and my shadow. For nearly 15 years, we were together, and I will always be thankful of each and every day.

RABSparks

Michael and I had our dream trip planned for months. It was to take the sting out of my turning 50 years old in June. He took me to Hawaii on an 11 day cruise.

About a week before we were to leave, Kip went into congestive heart failure. I was amazed at his fortitude and will to carry on. The vet had showed us his EKG so we knew how serious things were.

Before we left on a trip which we could not cancel, I made arrangements for our baby. I had a special coffin built and lined with white satin. I left special instructions about how he was to be laid on a pillow with which he was familiar. He was to have familiar toys laid inside with him. My son placed a wedding picture of Michael and me on top of him.

I had a special song I sang to Kip, "You are my Sunshine." On the evening before we left, I sang the song to him over and over.

On Mother's Day, May 10, 1998, my son was frantically trying to reach us at sea with the message that Kip was going. We did not get my son's message in time. However, as strange as it sounds, we did get a message from Kip. While traveling down a river in Kuaiu, Hawaii, a small group of singers on a river boat sang, "You are my Sunshine." I laid my head down and cried. I said, "Michael, we have to call home." And he said, "Yes, we do." My husband is a lawyer... very practical and pragmatic, yet he felt the call as urgently as I did.

After going back to our cruise ship, we phoned home. My son thought we were responding to his message. He did not know that we had not received it. We had received Kip's message... or God's. We spent some time on the phone making very practical arrangements. Then we cried together. After a while, I acted on impulse and jumped up and called home again. I told my son to put the phone to Kip's ear. We were at sea, and the rates were prohibitive. He asked if I was sure, and I said, "Yes, do it now." He did put the phone to our baby's ear, and I spoke to him and told him how much Mommy loved him. Michael spoke to him in his own fashion, and then we both sang, "You are my sunshine." They said he raised his head for the first time in hours and then laid it back down never to wake again.

At about the same time that Kip died we were sailing down the Na Pali coastline. I looked up and saw a beautiful rainbow. I said, "Michael, look, it's Kip's rainbow." And he said, "Yes, it's Kip's rainbow." We had no doubt that he had gone.

Kip's death was filled with rainbows. The next two days in Hawaii we saw probably more rainbows than we had seen in a lifetime.

We came home filled with grief and sadness. We tended his grave this past Saturday. We planted wildflowers, and all manner of beautiful exotic flowers as well as grass. When Michael turned on the hose to water the seed, I lifted the hose, and the most beautiful, perfect rainbow anyone could imagine arched over his grave.

I have held on to the "Rainbow Bridge" for years knowing this day would come and knowing that I somehow would want to use it during this time. I don't know what all this means, but it gives me comfort to think that all the rainbows were given to us an assurance that there really is a rainbow bridge. Kip's death has been so sad, but so mystical with all the rainbows, and, of course, our message by way of hearing "You Are My Sunshine" on a river in Kuaiu, Hawaii.

We miss our friend and companion so much. I prayed this morning that he is somewhere where he can see.

Kip taught me so much about love...unconditional love. He didn't know anything about malice or hate or the things that corrupt man.

God bless our Kip.

Faye and Michael Combs

When my husband brought you home I never believed that you would be the big "guardian" that your daddy said you'd be. You were just a big bundle of black fur that constantly followed me and kissed me. You didn't have a mean bone in your body. I soon learned though that you were a protector. You had your eye on me all of the time. I couldn't go anywhere or do anything without you by my side to watch over me. I cherish the times that we had together-in the mountains camping, at the horse shows, chasing cattle-you turned out to be the best dog I'll ever have in my life. "Once in a lifetime dog" as your daddy says. It's so true. You were my once in a lifetime Kira. I'll always have Rottweilers for the rest of my life. You taught me what a wonderful breed of dog they are. But there will never be another one like you. I love and miss you so much Kira. You're in my thoughts all the time. I know you are waiting for your daddy and me at the Bridge. Be a good girl and take care of Petie, Clyde and Bugela until I get there. Until that day I'll keep you in my heart and soul. I love you puppyface.

Kristi Lash

Free to run and play

Abby

Taken from us too soon, but living on in our hearts...

Spencer and Lynn

Kirk, a Golden Retriever, a member of the family, truely one in a million will be miss by the family. You are truely the best friend I ever had. From the day we rescue you from the pound, you've never given us any trouble, instead you were always a friend. I am so glad we took you everywhere including vacation, but I am sorry I was not there for you the day you died. We love you Kirk! and we'll always think of you

Joe Kiang

Del was loving, intelligent, beautiful, and literally my best friend. I'm hurting very badly right now and I don't think I'll ever get over it.

Mike Simmons

Our little angel grew her wings and had to fly.

Mike, Yueng, and Mommy love you honey.

My best friend-loyal beyond words- I miss you more than you will ever know.

Dsr

My dear Kitt .. I miss you more than words can say. You came into my life unexpectedly 15 years ago. You brought me so much joy .. as I hope I gave you in return.
You will never be forgotten, and are missed by all who knew and loved you.
Rest in Peace, my Kitt Kitt

Donna

Kitt-- I miss you more and more as I think of you. You will always be near me in my heart and I will love you everyday. I know someday we'll meet again and I'll be able to hold you in my arms and listen to your soft purrs. Until then, remember the love we had, how much we comforted each other, and know that my life was forever changed because of you. I love you.

Kerr

My Dearest Angel Face Kitt, 03/06/98
I will forever and ever miss my little buddy. Even though you are gone from my life, sweetie, you will never be out of my heart. I will forever remember you through your "child" that you left. The love you gave me through your almost four years with me will carry me through this deep, deep tremendous pain I am feeling now. I love you forever little buddy. Say hello to your mom and sisters and my sweet Vallie my darling and Tiger.
Kitt "My Angel Face" Kuchta
May 20th, 1994-February 27th, 1998
You will forever be my boy.

Brenda Kuchta

Thank you Kittie from sharing your life with us. You brought us many years of joy & love & your companionship will be dearly missed.

Love, your family

To our beautiful baby: We will always miss you and always love you.

Golda & Arden Quesinberry

Kitty you brought so much joy and love to our house. Daddy misses you meeting him at the door everynight for your shoulder ride to the kitchen for your treats. We all miss you so much and you will always be a part of our family..

I love you Kitty
Mom

Kitty was a very special cat to all who were ever in his presence...He was my sleeping buddy...He always slept with his head on my pillow and his front leg across my neck...He was fat too...He weighed 19lbs and would eat ANYTHING that a human eats, even spinach...I loved him with all of my heart and I miss him dearly...He died the day before my birthday last year...I know he is safe now...All of my love, always...to my special "Kitty".

Jennifer

I loved Kitty like I lover no other pet. We bonded so deeply. We tuned into each others consciousness at a very deep level and learned wondrous things as a result. I NEVER took Kitty for granted, ever. I told her everyday how much I loved her. She and I had many similar personality traits, gentleness of spirit the central one. I love her deeply and will miss her more than I can possibly say. I love you Kitty.

David Sprow

Dear Kitty,
It has almost been 3 years since you had to leave us, and we still think of you alot, and miss you. You were always such a doll to have around! Everyone in the neighborhood loves and misses you still. I am honored to have had you, for my very own little girl! You were always so healthy, never a problem, until your later years, and even then it was never anything too serious. Until that May day, when your Kidney's finally had had enough, and it was time for you, to move on. I am so grateful, that you didn't suffer, and look forward to seeing your precious, little face again someday! Until then, you are loved, and sadly missed, by your Family. I love you very much, my darling Kitty.

All the love in the world, to you.............

Tracy (Your Mama)

Kitty I miss you Kitty so much!
Love you forever
Never forget you
From Ashley

To say that Kitty Bell was a joy to me and my mother's life would be a mere understatement. With her passing, came great turmoil in our lives because everyday for 14 years she was there...eating...sleeping...meowing...purring...and rubbing her head on my mother and I. I really believe that in the last month of her life she may have suffered...but she maintained an upbeat spirit that contrasted any of our thought to put her to sleep. Our cat...our friend...our family member...is and will be greatly missed.

Rena Ifeoma Brown

My Kitty Cat died in a house fire. I miss you Kitty..

Marie W.

The special cats we care about are always close in thought. Distance means so little, for wherever we may be, our hearts still share the treasures of each happy memory. Though we may be miles apart, we still can keep in touch - the distance means so little just because you mean so much.
Kit- We love you.

Mommy and Sean

The best long suffering friend in my world.
I miss you Miss. Kitty.

Love, Mom

For my sweet kitty,
On Saturday February 28th we had to put you out of your suffering. I have lost my best friend. Thank you for being there for me when no one else was. Even though you destroyed everything in the house, you loved me unconditionally.
I'll miss you more than you know, tell Winnie we miss and love her too.

All my love muff,
mommy

The best damn cat in the world. She was my little girl, my mamacita, my little louise, kit-a-girl, cattymama, mudder, muzza, my girl, ketzelah...19 years and all the love in the world. I will never, ever forget her if I live to be 110. Can't wait to see her again.

Jeri Kelly

Kizzy was a wonderful part of the family. She was almost 17 when she died and I miss her more than anything. She was my best friend and we loved eachother unconditionally. I got her when I was 7 years old, and I am now 23, and she meant the world to me.  
Kizzy, you are now at peace, and free from pain. Your sight and hearing is back and you can run and play in the beauty of Rainbow Bridge. Someday we'll be together again, and until then, not a day will go by that I won't think of you, and cherish all those years we had together. I appreciate having been your friend, and you mine.  
I'll love you forever Kizzy...

Caroline

It is with great pain that I write this for, my beloved KJ crossed the bridge at 1:30 pm, June 22, 1998 to join his friends, King, Cubby, and Bandit. He was one of the best friends anyone could want. He never demanded a thing, nor complained, and was always cheerful. He accepted all my new friends without a even a snarl, spit, or hiss.
He will truly be missed.

Cathie Godwin

A short time ago I had asked you to think of Klaus while he was still alive.
He is no longer here with his family on earth but has passed on.
Please keep him in your thoughts and prayers.
He was such a special part of my life and he will be greatly missed.

Sarah L. Merwin

Kleine was my heart and the light of my life. I will never forget this beautiful silver bundle of love who could say "mama" and "I love You".
Life is so empty now, but Kleine, just wait, we will be together again when I stop at the rainbow bridge to pick you up.

Louis and Sue Weir

Join Bambi and Bonnie. Till we meet again. Please ease her pain for you.

Linda Rich

To our best friend, constant companion, and loving protector. We all miss your howl when the siren goes off in town. We wait to hear your voice still. Your "Lady" misses you most of all. She had a hard time first but she's getting better now. It's so hard here without you my friend. I want to touch you again and I can't wait to see you on the other side of the Bridge.

I love you my baby dog.

Mamma

In our hearts forever, you were the most loyal, true and constant of companions. You are loved, you are missed, you will be forever in our hearts. We treasure the time you spent with us....

Maggie Cecil

She was a very special loving dog who showed me what the real meaning of totally devoted love is. She was always there for me and assumed my faults in our training as though they were her's, all because of her love for me. When my wife died , she was there giving the love and support that only a true friend can give. She will truely be missed

Tom Nelson

You'll never know how much we love you,
You'll never know how much we care,
You'll never know how much we miss you,
Every morning when you're not there.

We love you Kody and will remember you always!

Kelly and Jimmy

Koko - you gave me 17 years of love, happiness and joy. You will be with me always in my heart. Be a good girl - moma loves you.

Lauren

You were the child my arms longed for, the spirit my heart sored with, the love my soul lived for. Four months to the day you joined Dad in heaven. We love you and miss you. We are so sad you are gone. You brought us so much love and happiness to us. Please walk with God and know we will always love you.

Ray and Jeep White

To all the animal lovers in the world, thank God for this website. It indeed has help me over the sorrow if feel right now!!!

Demetria DeJesus

Dearest Kona Ann - it's nearly one week since we had to day good-bye, we just can't believe that you are not with us...every minute of the day we think of you, we look for you to take our walks in the morning and evening and always look for you to be asleep on the chair in the den when we pass thru there during the day. You were the best friend a family could have had or wanted. We hope you are warm and free of pain and we will all meet again one day and remember all those wonderful years we spent together.

Love, Mom, Dad and Jennifer.

I miss you my angel dog

Jennifer J. McCarthy

I miss you baby, but you’re with your Daddy now. Run and play with him.

Eleanor Waecker

Kookie was the best dog ever! She always knew just what everyone needed and didn't hesitate to give. All she asked in return was the occasional chance to sleep on the bed instead of her usual spot at the top of the stairs, or a walk by the sea so she could take a quick swim. She has gone to be a dog angel now and watch over all the other "kookies" out there and guide their paws in the direction they need to go in. You will always be with me.

Diane

I found Koomer Dawg as a puppy starving in the woods and he decided to come home with me. He turned out to be a gift from God. Koomer Dawg was the best friend I have ever had. He was my strength and my confidant. He left me mysteriously and I do not know where he is or if he is alive or dead. I cry for him every day. Please pray for his happiness and contentment.
With love and gratitude,

LisaW

Koshie was the most special cat in the world, and I still cry when I think about the fact that he's gone. He was my baby, the love of my life, and he always will be.

I love you, Koshiekins....

Michelle Stokes

I miss my dog very much. He was put down due to several brain tumors which were causing severe seizures. Kozar, I hope all the pain you felt is gone. Please forgive us for bringing you to the vet that night. We all miss you tremendously.

Kathy Meechan

To my very loving and wonderful Pal.
You well never be forgotten.
No other will fill the space in my heart for you.
Miss you my friend.

Mom

The smartest, handsomest, most loving boxer who ever lived.

Steve and Lisa McKenna

Kringle: My first born. You who made me realize I was a "cat person". My best Christmas present ever. The one who was always there for me. You tolerated all the homeless kitty's we took in. Yes, they all need loving homes too, Kring. You are so good, you even let them eat your food and share your toys. Kringle, you were truly an Angel on earth, and now an angel in Heaven. Oh Kring, my cherub, I miss you. So good, so funny, so lovable, the foot of my bed is so empty. I have pinned your favorite "puff" to my blanket, so it's just were you would always leave it! You are an incredible loss in my life, another hole in my heart, now an Angel in heaven. I miss you so much. Life will never be the same without you. I hope that you are with Aunt Cynny Angel and Sebastian Angel now, and that you are all so very happy together. I will never forget you Kring! Mommy and Daddy love you so much! Sleep pretty my beautiful Angel.
Come to Mommy in pretty dreams. I love you Schmoy! Safe in my heart, Mommy

Carylann and Mike Piacentino

Dearest Krisppin,  
You brought so much joy to our lives. From the first day and your visit to Burger King to the shoes in the window. You never failed to amaze us and make us laugh. Thank you for sharing your precious life with us so that each of our lives would be brighter.  
Now that we have had to say goodbye, our hearts are heavy and our grief immense. We will miss you forever but we know that you are with God, for you were an angel on earth and now an angel in heaven.

We love you, Mom, Dad and Sissy

We love and miss you very much. You will always be our princess.

Jennie and Stan

Tiny loving little Krups passed on to the bridge last Monday. After a short period of illness which she bravely fought she lost the battle. She was a precious little one whom we dearly loved and she brought us much pleasure and fun. She was also an excellent friend to little Klara, her housemate, who is now left behind badly missing her friend. Krupskaya, where ever you are we hope you are doing well; you will forever be in our hearts. For all the moments and memories you gave us we are eternally grateful. May you rest in peace.

Much love Tuula and Aslaug

Rcuerdo de uno de mi mejores amigos que siempre que me veia queria jugar conmigo, era una gran mascota y ciento que se alla ido tan pronto y no disfruto a mi hijo.
Kumis se que estas al lado de mis otros dos amigos que son diana y bumer siemore los tendre en mi corazon a los tres y me hacen mucha falta los quiero mucho Carlos.

Kunny, You were such a good girl. I will never forget how good you were with the cats, especially Noggin. I wish we could walk in the cemetery again and you could run with the breeze through your fur. You really enjoyed those walks. I want you to know that I love you and I wish I could take you for "walkies" everyday. Please wait for me and say hello to Aldo.

Now my house is emptier without you Gunde Girl. I will always love you and remember you.

Sandra Etzel

My sweet little Kurty,
You were just four years old when you died in my arms at 9:10 pm, the day before Easter. How you loved your dad, too. Mr. Mom, Ziggy, and Katy are waiting for you.
love always

Joe and Bev Iorio

Kylee, I have no idea why God thought that He needed you more than I do.
He has your soul, but your heart is still here with me, where it belongs and will always be. I love you, I miss you and I'm am so looking forward to the day that we'll play "bone" again. You were always so patient in waiting for me to get home...this time will be a little longer, but I'll be there before you know it. Be good until then, and look down on me now and then.

Karen Blackwood