1999 Tributes

Oberon thru Ozzie

Obie-wan, my silken red beastie, I miss you like the sun on these rainy days. I will always think of you, dear loyal boy. Save me a place next to you. I'll see you when I get there.

Love forever, Kim

Ob, Craig and I miss you so much. I keep forgetting you're not here and when I don't see you in the house I look out the sliding glass door thinking that you might be outside strolling around the neighborhood and then I remember. I still say "good-bye, Joanie loves her baby" when I leave to go to school in the morning and then I remember. When I unlock the door in the afternoon I keep expecting to hear the jingle of your collar and the click of your toenails and then I remember. And then the pain comes, it's actually physical and my heart actually aches. I would give anything to stroke that big golden head and rub those silky golden ears just one more time but there is comfort in knowing that not a day went by when you WERE with us that we didn't do those things. You loved us well and were well-loved in return. I'm not one of those people who could pretend to say I'll never get another dog. I've not been without a dog since I was 6yo and even though I know that there will never be another Ob, there may be a Sophie or a Suzy or a Remy or a Bailey. The struggle we have now is knowing when the right time to get a new puppy would be, Craig and I both have some fairly important things going on through the middle of the summer and we don't feel that timing would be right before then, but I don't know if our hearts can survive that long. I know that if someone came to our door today and said, 'here, this golden puppy is for you", there's no way I could turn that down. We feel like you've spoiled us, Ob for any other kind of dog and yet who knows what's waiting out there for us!
I am grateful for the knowledge of the Rainbow Bridge, I know that's where you are and I can see you running with the others and licking the kitties that will let you as well. I hope you've improved your "playing with others" skills, you never were true to the retriever part of your name. I know that I will touch that head and rub those ears again and that you and Craig and I will be together again when it is time. Love and kisses from your Joanie

Forever in our hearts

D. Gavula

May we meet again soon when I cross that rainbow bridge. We will miss you dearly....

Carla and Don Phillips

L Stepan

Ode to Ode

Dear Odin you were loved by all
    we know you heard Valhalla call.
Farewell dear friend we hate to part
    though you've left your pawprints on our hearts
Love guide your way, we'll meet once more
    when we pass through Valhalla's door

By Giovanna Lonzar.....in memory of our best friend Odin.

Beloved Companion

Pamela Enion

I suspect H.K. has already found you and is curled up in the same kitty-cup as you.

Marian/Lollie

The sweetest cat I'll ever know.

Jessi

The best friend a person could have. I will always miss you.

Jaye

Oggie, we miss you so much. I think of you all the time. I see your pictures and happy you were. I wish that we could have done something else for you. I know you were ready in the vet's office because of how you reacted. You went around to everyone of us as to say goodbye this enough, then you went on top of the scale (table) and layed your head in my arms and never ever did your head get any heavier after the vet gave the injection. I just wish there was a cure for blastic lymphosarcomic leukemia. Your brother Jake is doing fine and does alot of things you did. It's almost like he knew since he's younger that he now has to take charge. He will now bark at people coming to the door and alot of other things. I know he misses you to because his ears perk up when your name is mentioned. WE ALL LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU BUNCHES. WE THINK OF YOU NON-STOP.

Kim

You were our first cat dear Oldcat. We shall be forever grateful.

Ailurophile

I want to honor my Reds memory for giving me 25 yrs together with all his love, kindness, and commitment to his unconditional love. He was my closet friend, my buddy, he took care of me in my need, as I did for him. I have such a emptiness without him, but yet I know he's here, Red Mommy will love you forever you know your in my heart and soul. Never to be forgotten, I know we'll be together someday so please wait for Mommy never forget the love I had for you it was and is still so very strong. You are such a GOOD boy, and the angels will let me go to you in heaven and God will make you strong and young again to play and eat your favorite foods, please come visit me My candle will be lit to show you the way to me no matter where Mommy is, so look out for the glow, it's Mommy showing you to me, yes Red your my main man and no one will ever be in your little footprints to take over, that is only for you Red. We grew old together and you Red were a gift from God and he wanted you back Thank you Dear Jesus for all the wonderful yrs. you have given me with the most gentle kindest kitty ever, RED 25 yrs Dear Jesus was a gift for both Red and I to which I am so grateful. I love YOU RED wait and Mommy will be there with lots of kisses and hugs we will be able to share. Goodbye only for now Red see you someday and watch the rainbow bridge I will be running to scoop you in my arms never to be separated again Goodnight Red LOVE YOU MOMMY

This was a very special dog. She was a stray we found in Japan and everyone who met her wanted her for their own. Olive was a 3lb dog with the heart of an elephant. She will be missed but not forgotten or replaced in our hearts. The Salas Family

Dealing with the loss of my precious cat is proving to be hard. I do believe that his spirit is with me, for at times since his death, I've smelt his smell and heard his little bell jingle, as if letting me know that he is alright, and off with the faeries.

Danica

This is a short tribute to Oliver. Ollie was a rescue from a show breeder five years ago. In that five years, I grew to love him. He never solicited attention like some dogs, but waited for you to come to him. He was loving and playful. I wouldn't say he was the sharpest tool in the shed, but he had his moments. He'd do anything for a treat. His favorite trick was to play helicopter. How many times have I asked Ollie to "Turn, Ollie, turn". His greatest joy was to sleep on my bed (that was a once in awhile thing). I just wish I could let him up just one more time. I buried Ollie today with his favorite things. It's hard letting go, and I hope he is playing at the Bridge, waiting for me to come get him.

Juli Bechard

Last night we had to put Oliver down after a month long battle with kidney failure. He was only 6 months old. Christina was devastated, and our other pets spent all night looking for him. We love you little guy and we will miss you. We're sorry we could not help you with your pain. You will be fine now. Goodbye.

As of this writing, the train station on Corbett's model railroad has been renamed Oliver Memorial Station.

Corbett & Christina Petersen

Oliver you were my soul mate, you were always here for me the through fun times and the sad times. You stayed by my side and we would talk to each other constantly, keeping me company no matter what I was doing. You kept me on my toes by getting into everything and having to know exactly what mommy was doing at all times. If you didn't know where I was, you would cry out "MA" and I would answer you. We read each others mind and understood each others needs. Oliver you were my "boy", my strength, my comforter. Oliver, I miss your snuggles, I miss your purry kisses, I miss going night, night with you, I miss talking to you, I miss you mischievous antics, but most of all, I miss my best friend.

Mommy

P.S. Your brother Bailey and sister Mushy want you to know they miss their brother and they are taking care of mommy and keeping your pillow warm. and they told me to tell you that now that you can see everything from up there-warn us when mommy is coming home, so we can get off the counters before she catches us!!

Oh sweet kitten, I only had you and your baby brother for a little while. You taught me to love cats as much as I love dogs. Thank you, loves.

Donna Healy

Olivia, also known as "Libby" by her stepdaddy and "Fifi" by her big brother Josh, was still a baby at heart. She weighed only 2 pounds when I got her, and I could hold her in one hand. At 3 years she was my "wild woman" and full of life and love. She was killed by a car when her leash broke and she dashed out into the street. If you have seen "As Good as It Gets" with Jack Nicholson you know the kind of dog I'm referring to - very smart, funny-looking, extremely loyal, part cat part monkey. I am angry that this happened but am trying to cope.
She was my baby and should have lived a long life.

She was beloved by many people, and has left a large hole in several hearts.
I have loved and lost many dogs, and look forward to seeing them all at the Rainbow Bridge, but Olivia belongs here, not there. I want her back!

Barbara Nicholson

Ollie was the love of our life He was a bichon frise and we picked him out of a litter since he was not a show dog and had an overbite and some discoloration on his fur. We think we got the best dog as he was so special.. Since we did not have any children of our own, Ollie was like our baby and our loyal companion, friend, and one of a kind. He was so special, he learned to do tricks. We taught him to roll over and make paddycake with his little paws, and that entertained us and friends and himself, too. He was always with us, understood us and loved to chase rabbits and squirrels. We would yell," There is nutsy, and off he would run after the squirrel in our yard. He would watch out the window and yelp when he saw any. Ollie reunited me with a friend who also had a bichon frise whom I hadn't seen in 30 years. He introduced us to our best friends and many many neighbors. Everyone loved him. He died too soon, of a bad heart valve in routine surgery, but he is in the Rainbow Bridge now and someday we will be reunited there with him. There is an empty feeling in our body and soul now, but the memories will never go away and we will always love him.

We both really miss Ollie. She was such a sweetheart. What I miss is all the little things she used to do: peek around the corner, jump on top of "Ollie's Wall", stare at my mother in the morning from her bed, run full speed upstairs and the come downstairs really fast to sit in my lap. I could go on and on. I really loved that cat and have to let go. But I know she is no longer in pain and will always live in my heart. We both love you Ollie.

John Warlop

Poor little baby, you were too small to put in the cold ground among the flowers of spring, you would have blossomed into such an elegant kitty.  
Your little girl is too small to understand why her momma weeps so hard, or where her "Dollie" has gone. Why did you leave us so soon? Why did that tick have to bite my sweet fur baby, and that bite have to get infected? Why did you leave me so fast?  
When will I stop my tears? In time .  .  .  in time .  .  .  one more fuzzy little angel to leave my arms .  .  .  God bless all the fuzzy little angels playing in his garden. Go on and play with Boogie and Minx now, the pain is over, this rain will make the flowers grow.

Laurie L. Nickless

He was so very special and I miss him. Life will never be the same. I will always have an empty spot in my heart.

Susie

To my old lad and my girl, We had so little time to say farewell but your pains are now long past. You left a hole deep in my heart, but my love will always last.  
Run free my friends and feel the breeze, that rushes through the trees, wait close by for the day to come when you can lay your heads on my knees.  
I miss you so, the pain is deep but you will wait for me. that day will come when we are one, together we will be.

To my sweethearts, Love Mom and Dad XXXX

I will always miss you, your brother Glavine, Tina Louise, and Sampson. I will miss your happy-go-lucky disposition.

Carol Terry

Oly I miss you! You were so loved I pray you are at rainbow bridge for someday I will come and get you

Glen

She was my best friend.

Sheri

Onyx Rowland was our very special boy and we did not get to love him nearly long enough.
His death was swift and sure, we only wish we had known and been able to try and save him.
Onyx we will always love you.

Love, MOM and Dad

Opey led a long and happy life, but he was run over by a car when a meter man left our gate open. He left behind a brother and a loving family and we all miss him very much. He and his brother have never been apart. His brother is grieving also. I have no idea how to explain to a dog how unfair life is and how uncaring some humans can be. I hope there really is a rainbow bridge so I can explain it to him someday.

Christi Lang

A tribute to my beautiful, firey Ophelia -- she was my sister, my baby, my defender, my love. She was so prissy and playful -- a true princess. She lorded over my boys and always defended the homeplace. I love you so much, baby, and hope you are happy and painfree now. I'm sorry you suffered at all. I'll see you one day again.

Laura Williams

Ophelia - We loved you so.
We miss you and will never forget the love you gave to us. You will always be our dear girl. Hope you and Shammy are having fun together in Kitty Heaven.

Margo

Oreo, my heart ached for you before you left this life on November 21, 1998. I told you that if there is a heaven, I want to see you first. You will be my shining star at night and my example of courage when life gets tough. I will miss your old, tattered ears, your pink nose, even the "nips" when you were upset and most of all the warm bunny kisses. Thank you for blessing my life. I love you, Mom

Oreo joined our family almost four years ago. He was a beautiful black and white piggy born to Hershey. Oreo was very lovable and enjoyed being petted and of course, eating. Oreo recently lost his brothers, Buckwheat and Pebbles this past winter. He still hung out with his mama and adopted sister, Pepper through the bars of his cage. He tried to overcome serious dental problems over the past four months, always talking and trying to eat giving us hope that he would live. Today we found out that the problems were not with his teeth, but with his jaw and that he had arthritis. Oreo went to meet his brothers and sister, Peanut over the Rainbow Bridge today. He will be so very missed. He was loved by all of us. Thank you little piggy for all of your love and for putting up a good fight. We will always love you and never forget you.

Lots of love a peeps from the piggies,

Rob, Shannon, Hershey, Pepper, Rosie, Pumpkin, Daisy and Lily

Oreo our beloved bunny. You brought such joy to our lives. How you loved to run and exercise with Dad. Barney the dog will miss giving you kisses too. We hope you will make some new friends, we will cherish the memories. We love you.

Your family

Please don't think I'm silly or complaintive but I am an 11 year old girl who misses her cat. My precious died today when a car hit him. I miss him dearly now because I know I will end up every morning waiting for him to come up and nuzzle my until I get up. I will come home from school wanting to see him waiting to rush out the door to play. I will miss him because I love him. I will never forget all the love and happiness he has brought me. He is a very special cat to me and I will love him always. I love you Oreo. Rest in Peace.

Shastina Helmers

Orion,  
You will always have a special place in my heart as my friend and my companion. You were there for me anytime I needed a warm place and was feeling down, I hope I made your time on earth a happy one. Some day I hope to meet with you again.  
I miss you and I will always love you. My special baby.

Cherie'

Thank you Orville for all the wonderful years of loving, furring and purring. I will miss you my little friend. You made life a little better just because you were always there for me to take care of and for you to take care of me.

Dave Quase

Oscar was a precious, vulnerable kitty who allowed me to be his own. When he came to me he had been abused, and after he came to me he took in all the affection and love I could give him. He was only about 5 years old. I will never forget him. Although he generally was afraid of other people, he gave me more affection than I gave him, constantly purring and wanting to be in my lap, cradled like a baby. I miss him and will miss him always.

Amy Bjelland

Oscar gave us alot of laughs in his younger days when he would do back flips off the wall and hang from the door nob. He would lay next to us and put his paw on our heart and fall asleep. He didn't like to be held, but he loved to be petted. We always said we could pet his fur right off and he would still want more. Oscar had beautiful marking , a matching bulls eye pattern on both sides, the fur on his belly was a golden brown and as soft as rabbits fur. He was our only son and will be greatly missed. I look forward to seeing him again in heaven.

Kathy & Joe

My Oscar. It seems I'll never know real happiness again until we are together again. A lifetime is such a long time to wait, but I will learn patience knowing that you are being kept warm and happy by those in heaven who can not help but love you as you are loved by one on earth. If it gives comfort to you, think of me, as I think of you endlessly. I will keep New Year's Eve in my heart. Your friend, Bill

Oscar was our baby. He did everything with us and now he is gone. It is has been very hard for us to get thru this because he was a very big part of our everyday life.

Michelle Maples

Dearest Oscar, from that special day, October 2, 1982, when my good friends, Jan and Bill Schwartz, presented you and your sister, Felix, to me as a birthday gift, you have held a special place in my heart. I always felt that Jan had mixed up the names - she picked Felix and Oscar for the names because that is what our friends used to call us (I, of course, was Felix!). You were always more of a "Felix" than an "Oscar" - and I loved you for that and all your other special qualities. There are many things about you that I will miss, but I will miss you most at bedtime when I won't feel you bounding onto my bed the minute I turn the light off, pacing back and forth across me until you find just the right spot to curl up next to me. I knew today that the time had come to end your brave four month battle against the cancer in your mouth - I could see it in your eyes and knew that I needed to let you go to the Rainbow Bridge. I don't regret anything we did to try to help you beat the cancer - the surgery and the radiation. It was clear to me and all the wonderful people who treated you that you wanted to live - that you were fighting to hold on. You have been such a fighter - even as you were leaving me today, you were still fighting to hold on! You always loved to be held - just like a baby - and you wanted me to keep holding you, but I had to let you go. You were fighting a battle you couldn't win.

I will miss you terribly - the fact that I know we will be together again someday made my decision to let you go possible - but certainly not easier. I will see you at the Bridge one day - wait for me and be happy and healthy there! Oscar, you were and always will be "the best cat ever." I love you,

Marge Fortner

Oscar we love you and will miss you always, we only wish you could have stayed with us longer, Love your family Sam, Audra, Niki, Sammy, Felix and Jena

It was a very difficult decision to let you go, but I wanted to end your pain. My heart aches because you are not here. I miss your visits to my pillow at night, and how you used to roll on your back so that you could have a tummy scratch. Maggie misses you too. She wants to play tag and have a cat nap with you. You were a beautiful cat, and you will always hold a very special place in my heart.

All my love until we meet again,

Mommy

Our cats grew up together and they passed away with in two weeks of each other . They are together at the bridge. They will keep each other company until we join them. We loved them both very much and there will always be a hole in our life where they should be. Good- Bye for now, we will see again at the bridge.

Kathy & Joe

Oscar came to us one day and after that life was never the same. No one enjoyed life, eating, walking, camping, barking, barking, barking like Oscar! He was an absolute joy! Every day he was ready to rock'n'roll from noon to midnight. He filled our lives every day with happiness! And even trough the battle with cancer he never lost his SPECIAL sparkle for life. He was the bravest little trooper there ever was. We love him dearly and miss him desperately. A part of us died on 12/26/97 but I believe he is in heaven ready to rock'n'roll again someday.

Betsy and Paul Fletcher

Ossie, you are the best, most beautiful kitten in the entire world. Please never stop purring, never stop shedding, and never forget me. I love you more than anything and promise to see you again soon.

Tracey

O.T. (Orange Tubby) passed on 9/12/98 at 7 years old.
Once a feral but for 3 years a wonderful indoor lap cat.
We are heartbroken.

Sandi Wolf

To Otis, my little buddy.  
Your suffering from the cancer is over. Rest in peace.  
See you on the other side. All my love....

Mark

Our hearts were broken when we lost you. But at least you are not in any discomfort. Always know your Mom and Dad will miss you so very very much. You are so loved and will never be forgotten.

Debbie and Rick

He was my best friend and he will always be loved and missed.

Julie