1999 Tributes

Zac thru Zzyzx

Zac you will always be in our hearts and minds. Love ya!

Patty

Zacky,  
I can still see in my mind the first day I brought you home from the shelter. You sprung from the car, tail wagging, ready for whatever.  
You were one of the best babies in the world. I miss your hugs, your apologies and your knowing, Zacky. When no one else understood, you did. You and Odie and the ones you left behind are the only things in this world who have never hurt me.  
And I hate living with the fact that I couldn't protect you babies.  
They say it will get better, but all I want is to turn back time and have you here with me again. You and Odie.  
At least God took you together. I can't imagine one of you without the other. Roc is devastated over losing you and your brother. Michaela calls for you all day. I hope someday to be able to go to the place that daddy put you to rest, but for now, I struggle to get through the day without the two of you.  

Odie,  
My dear sweet little Odie. Little guy, I am so sorry I couldn't protect you, and wish dearly that I could bring you back, or turn back the hands of time. We all miss you so much. Michaela calls for you also, all day. Roc doesn't know what to do with himself. He searches and searches for you and Zacky. Michaela doesn't have anyone who is bold enough now to sneak right up on her high chair and take the food she offers.  
Babies, everyone who ever met the two of you always chose you two as their favorites. You were both always kind, thoughtful, tolerant, understanding, respectful, and loving, no matter what. I want to thank you both for giving your family and others the honor of knowing you.  
I knew each of you were special the moment I laid eyes on you, Zac, at the shelter, and Odie when I brought you into the house, almost dying, and nursed you back to health. I knew that my life was fuller for having the two of you in it.  
Enjoy yourselves at the Bridge, you'll never be hurt again babies.  
We love you and will miss you until we can see you again. Love you lots,  
Mommy, Daddy, Michaela, Roc, Willow, Little, Kahlua and Friday, and all your outside friends

This little kitty had a short life but he brought us so much happiness, he was the cutest, sweetest and most lovable little guy.

We miss you so much Zach, Dan and Lori

It's been nearly 3 months, but still I miss you. I think of you often, I miss you being with me at the barn. I miss your wriggly back end, your bright, dark eyes and your happy smile. I have never known such a cheerful companion. No one creature has ever touched me as you have, Zach.

I miss you. And I'd give anything to have you back.

Denny

For Zach: http://members.aol.com/kigerdream/zach.htm

A quizzical cat who died as beautifully as he lived.

Lauren Brumell

Such a noble Old Soul could never be appreciated and loved too much.

DJ Hewitt

I loved my boys

Karen

Zak had Degenerative Myelopathy, We now have a Webpage with help and advice for others. It helps us very much to know that we can help others with their animals.

http://www.zaxxan.demon.co.uk

Andy and Jan

Zee Zee was Nellie's son, and he pined when she left us, but he did seem to be adjusting although he was more than ever convinced that he was human! He had to have his paws round the neck hugs, and kisses everytime one of his people left the house or returned to it. He had taken to sitting at the dinner table, on the spare chair, when we ate dinner as if he expected to be served too! He was the runt of Nellies litter, I had to carry him to her for nursing, and push the other kittens out of the way, in this way I think he thought that I was his Mum not Nellie When it came time to put the kittens onto solid food and litter train them, he was the one who wanted to eat the litter and do his business in the food, so again I had to train him in the 'proper' etiquette!! He was the only kitten silly enough to climb up the back of our bed chesterfield and get stuck among the wires and coils, we had to practically take the whole thing apart to rescue him! He had the most unusual paw pads, pink and black and white, on each pad, and he used to pat your face and gently draw his paw down to your neck as if he was stroking you. He didn't like to go outside on his own! Either Nellie, or one of his people had to go with him, he would walk around the complex we live in a few steps behind me all the way home again. When he started to get more lethargic he dragged a blanket into the top bathroom, and that was his bedroom, after all, all his people slept upstairs, so I guess he just wanted to be close. When I sat and watched T.V. he would sit on top of the setee, and massage my scalp with his paws and nails just slightly out, he knew I loved that and would sit for hours doing that, if any of his people were sick, he would lay across the bedroom doorway, and watch you, he didn't bother you or climb on the bed, just watched. If any one of us had a bath or a shower, he would sit in the bathroom and cry and meowl loudly until the water stopped and he saw us get out safely. He loved macaroni and cheese, saltines, potatoes chips, bread and butter and popcorn, he also liked spaghetti, but got frustrated with the long noodles!! When my youngest daughter was 4, she went out back and there was a raccoon there, it didn't try to attack her, but Zee Zee came shooting out of the house and went for the raccoon, whom he eventually scared it off, but he lost his two lower teeth in that battle, and they never regrew, so he was an incredibly messy eater!! It was the one and only time I saw him fight another animal, he didn't even chase the birds, he was an angel furbaby, and we were lucky to have had him with us, while he could stay, I loved him more than words can express, my heart is sore although I know he is better off, I want him back. Please remember this most gentle and loving cat in your ceremony as well as his, patient and loving furry mom, as well as his grieving people who miss them so dreadfully, that I don't think that we will ever own another animal of any kind, I couldn't bear this hurt again

Her loss was insignificant to the joy she gave me in the short time i had her.

Chad Curtis

Still think of you on your birthday...don't forget to blow the candles out on your dixie cup!

Rinette Babine

Our family will never be the same again. We love and miss our Z-girl so much. She added magic to our lives and taught us to love unconditionally. She so loved to explore our prairies with us. She is now forever a part of the prairie that she loved so much. Zesty, until we can all meet at the bridge and be a family again ~ rest in peace my beautiful angel.

Judy Oberle

More than a friend, the Z was a part of our lives for over 16 years. She left us on Monday, November 23, 1998, and may she be restored to full vigor and health where ever she is. She will be greatly missed.

"Oh for the touch of a paw that is still, the sound of a bark that is gone".

Ms. Zett--I will love you forever and ever! I miss you and that special face, slipper pods and flaps. I pray that you are doing well without us!! WE will be together again!! I love you!!

Cindy Vanderwood

Zeus was everything and more...He loved everyone and everyone loved him. That's the best tribute ever!!

Sue

Zeus he came into our lives to be company for us when our children moved away. He took over our hearts and lives in a loving, kind, trusting way. He was the center of our world. He always went with us on trips and vacations. His ears did not always stand up like a dobermans should, but that just made him special. He never jumped on anyone and was quite and friendly. My best friend, my furchild. Oh how we miss him, what heartache when he left to go to the rainbow. He will forever be in our hearts.

Tom and Louise Snowden

Zeus belonged to our dear friend, Diane Clark. They moved to Texas last year and we've kept in touch, but how I missed the Zeus stories and when I visited - how he would sit on my feet til I thought my toes were broken. Zeus, you have been such a good friend to Diane and it's a comfort to know your at the Rainbow Bridge with our dog, Bandit. You will have no more pain. Run free and be happy. We will miss you!!

Debbie Friedrichsen

A great friend. Always on the alert. Zeus, you always checked everyone at night and went from bed to bed to check on us. Only then would you settle down in a close location to sleep yourself. Enjoy your peaceful rest now. We will miss you always.

Sue

He was my special furry friend. Ziggy was killed by a reckless driver shortly before Thanksgiving last year. As a memorial to him I got animal friendly tags for my car with his name on them. He touched so many lives while he was here and I know he has made some cool friends in his new home. Peace be with you my furry friend. You are loved.

Dear "Ziggy",

Your cousins "Nikki" and "Katie" said to tell you that they will miss you. They also asked that you say hello to their little sister "Lisa" who is waiting for you. She passed over the bridge on 10/31/97, and she is greatly missed by her Mom and Dad too.

Susan W. Linden

Ziggy was killed by a Rotweiller who I had recently rescued from a shelter. He was starved, beaten, but seemed so sweet! He tried very hard to fit in here and had finally found his place with my dogs. But...he was intrigued by our precious baby kitty...Ziggy! He killed her, caught her with his mouth and with his might and strength crushed our baby.

Barbara Gage

To my big black pearl. Thank-you for letting me be your best friend. My heart aches so I almost can't stand it, but knowing you have passed over the bridge and will be waiting for me and papa and mama dog helps. I miss you and will always have a place in my heart for you. See you when I get there.
P.S. I will bring you a new sqeeky toy.

Love, MUM

My strong, noble, gentle friend said goodbye to me on Tues. 10/6/98. I still can't see without tears, and never will I'm sure. You fought the cancer, withstood the treatments, and wagged your tail thru it all for 8 mo's since the onset. Near the end you got so weak, I helped you up. You couldn't eat, so I tried new things to nourish you. And the cancer became more aggressive, we couldn't win anymore. I wanted you to stay longer, but your days were no longer joyful to you, but still you wagged your tail. I am so alone without my best friend, even with family and friends. I wanted to go with you. But as you left this earth you sent me the most beautiful feeling of freedom---I will never again fear death. It was as though all the pain, problems, sadness, hurt were totally gone, and all I could feel was this wonderful, light, soaring feeling of flying, a beautiful freedom, a gift from you..my best friend!! I love you Zippie, we all do here..Amy, Erika, Kahlua, Jazzy, and all your other friends. Take care, have fun, I will be with you again-- I know this in my heart.

Karen

Zippie, You will always be my best friend-We love you, and miss you so much..We pray you are no longer weak, or in any pain. We hope you are a puppy again, running, playing, and waggin that tail all the time. You always knew if I was sad, and would find me and make me laugh.. I feel so alone now, just waiting to feel your presence here, I hope it will happen somehow. I wish you health, happiness, and all that you deserve as you gave us so much. You will be with me in my heart forever buddy. I hope to see you again when I get to the bridge, we will be together then forever my Zippie.

All of love, Mom, Jay, Erika, Amy,
Kahlua, and Jazzy. xoxo

I am a friend of Ernie's posting this on his behalf. I remember not so long ago I posted my furbabies, Moushky, Merlin, and Munchkin here. It brought me great comfort. In loving memory of my M's and Zippy...Deb Lane

Goodbye, boo. We miss your way of waking us in the morning, your happy dooking and chasing us about, and your begging for treats on your rug. We love you, baby-- Jennifer & Bonnier

Jennifer and Bonnier

Zoe,

I hope you know that you've left a void in our lives.
We will miss your morning wakeup calls and your nightime rituals.
Astro also misses his best friend. Who will clean him now?
Until we meet again, enjoy the Rainbow Bridge.

We love you dearly.

Cynthia Grant

Zoe, til we meet again - you will always be my baby - I hope you know how much I love you and miss you.

If I could only go back and change just 1 minute in time......
I'm sorry...

Molly

Zoe, I love you so much and I really miss you a lot. You were a great, adorable, lovable, playful kitten.

Marlena

To my little best friend, who I spent with hours each day playing with. I will miss you soo much, and will wait til we meet again. I will never forget the joy you brought me, whether stealing my wallet, or biting my ankles, or knocking over my drinks, I can't believe you are gone.

Rob Sottosanti

Zoey was a stray who was hit by a car near my home 12 years ago. She had a badly injured paw, but became my beloved companion. She was beautiful, curious, and smart. She was always defensive, and may have been abused. She got sick and became very cuddly at the end of her life. My partner Dan only knew her for two years but really loved her. We will always remember and miss our royal dog .

Julie and Dan

Zoey,
I wasn't there when you passed.
I'm sorry.
We'll miss you always.
You are loved.

Laura, Mike, Devon, Lucas, and Max

Zoey, you gave me so much love and happiness. I love you and miss you so much. I am sorry I couldn't have done more to help when you needed it. You were the best dog anyone could have asked for and I look forward to the day when I can see you again.

Debbie Z.

Our little rescued Zoo, finally at peace after all the suffering you had to go through before we rescued you. Like to think of you as you should have been, with the addition of a pair of little fluffy furry wings. Hope you've got lots of other furry friends there.

Lyn

In the sure and certin belief that all critters go to Heaven, I commend the soul of Zoro to our Creator, and know that he has joined his "cousin dog" (my departed BB Brahms).

We loved them much. God loved them more. They have gone home.

Aunt Harriett and the other "cousin dogs", Stormy and Sista

Is a cats love so intense because its life is so short or is its life so short because its love is so intense?
You disappeared so quickly, leaving nothing but sadness behind.
We will all remember.
But, out there, somewhere... I can't wait to meet you there.

Sandra

Majestic and regal - a very unique and special friend and good ambassador.

Vicki

The epitome of a friend.

Cynthia Mc Carthy

We love you and miss you dearly !

the Broussard family

Zzyzx our 18 1/2 yr. old Siamese is now waiting for me at the Rainbow Bridge after a long bout with chronic renal failure. He provided me with warmth on those cold nights and unconditional love like no other human ever has. The house seems so empty without him despite Fluffy's (his 4 year old companion)presence. There will never be another one like him.

Marcia Moll