1999 Tributes

Oakley thru Ozzie

She was the best sockey (a combination of soccer and hockey) goalie there was. There wasn't a snow shovel full of snow she wouldn't fly through the air to greet, usually doing a helicopter or a flip. She could hold her breath to go under water to bring up the perfect rock. I miss you so much my sweet, best buddy. You're there with Matty, and I know we will meet again. Thanks for paving the way.

Betsy Baier

You were a special gift from God. God's perfect little creation. Beautiful, loving, devoted, pure, friendly to all, afraid of none, generous, brave. You gave so much to so many. My little shadow; my best friend, my constant companion these last 12 3/4 years. We had a great life together, we traveled the world. You were known and loved all over Italy, especially Assisi, where we walked in the steps of San Francesco, and you received one of your many gifts of love...your San Francesco Prottego Mio medal, Switzerland, Holland, Belgium and especially France, your native land.  
I know you are back in the loving arms of God, from whence you came, and that your little spirit dances with the angels on the Quais of the Seine, your true home, and with the spirits of your little brothers and sisters that we left behind, on that first day we met, when you were only eight weeks old, in the country near Bourges, at Aix-les-Angillons.  
Au revoir mon petit toutou. Piccolino Barboncino, je t'aime.

Helene

May we both meet again at Rainbow Bridge along with our other beloved animal friends when our time comes to cross over it.

John & Dottie Hararas

I love and miss you very much OZ and I only hope against all hope that you are happy and safe where you are now. I hope you have gone to that Rainbow Bridge and I'm sorry you had to pass-on the way you did...I only wish I could have eased your suffering. And I wish I could have known what had caused your death. But what ever it was I am so very sorry. Hope to see you at Rainbow Bridge.

Jennifer McAlpine

Odie, I love you and miss you very much.

Love Mom (P.S. - watch over Chew-bug)

To my beautiful companion, "Odie" whose heart-filled love for his family gave us years of joy. He died, almost instantly after a cry of pain. The vet said it was Cardio-pulmonary most likely. He went to Doggie Heaven unmarked and with his beautiful coat glistening. We shall miss our dear devoted Sheltie. The Smith Family

Odie came into my life by accident - literally. I found him as a severely injured puppy in the middle of the road. Someone had hit him and not stopped even though he had a three inch break on his back leg! I couldn't pass on the injured puppy; He needed me. Before the week was over, he lost his back right leg, but he found a home with me. His recovery was quick; He learned how to walk, run, play and jump with only one back leg.

Odie quickly became the main fixture in my life and an important part of my parent's household. Even our cat Samantha accepted him. He has brought more joy to my life than I could have imagined.

Odie enjoyed a full, active life for nearly 11 years, then a persistent bladder infection led to a diagnosis of prostate cancer. During the past 6-8 months, he bravely battled this especially aggressive disease without expressing much pain or discomfort. He continued to be affectionate, playful and full of life until the last 30 days. He expressed pain, looked and acted exhausted and had begun to waste away. The decision to put him to sleep was not an easy one and I still wrestle with my decision.

His condition represented the ultimate paradox for a pet owner - I didn't want him to suffer, but I didn't want to act too soon.

Words can't appropriately express what he brought to my life or how many people he touched. I believe every dog is special, but Odie was truly unique.

The greatest tribute I can give him is to share his memory with others and encourage people to not be afraid to get involved with a stray or injured animal. The experience of knowing him has enriched my life in a way few experiences could...

I will miss you, my friend for the rest of my life. I love you. I hope Jesus takes you on many long walks...

Mark S. Ohlmann

I got Odie from a local rescue group on July 3, 1998. From the beginning Odie was a very special kitty. Since he was only 3 weeks old, he was still a baby. He never out grew the need to nurse and continued to suck on his favorite blanket. Although I have 5 other cats, Odie held a very special place in my heart. My house is so quiet without Odie. I miss my little Odiferous so much and I feel like the pain in my heart will never go away.

Patricia McNally

Odie was our son. Yes he had four legs but he was loved just as he had two. Odie knew when to do everything at the right time. When you were sick he would stay with you. When you were feeling down, he came with kisses. When you wanted to play he would bring a toy. You see it was a decision if we should have another child or get a pet. Well we did get a pet that was our child. If I'm not making sense it is because of my grief. I know it will get better but for now I am very glad I found this page. And Please God Bless Odie.

The Hall Family

Our dear Odin,
Your time came much too early. You were with us for such short time but in that time you taught us so much about love and life. You were always our big protector, our best friend, our beloved puppy.  
You have left us for a better place were the grass is always green and the weather is always perfect. You will have fun running through the wide open pastures. Please know how much we miss you and the hole that is in our hearts can never be filled by another dog.  
Your spirit is something that will never leave us. Please look over Eric on all of his journeys he now has to make with out you and keep him safe. The time we had together may have been short but it is a time I will always remember and keep it dear to my heart.  
Everyone loves and misses you.  
Rest peacefully my sweet Odin until the day we meet again.  
With all of our love,  
Amy and Eric

Amy and Eric Niskanen

My beloved friend fought Cancer for eleven months, bravely and with dignity, then went Home to rest. I salute and thank him.

Bernice McNeil

Rocky was loved by everyone and loved everyone. He went to work with us as owners of a Gravel Pit operation from the time he was six weeks old until the day of passing. He was always eager to greet the truck drivers. We decided he needed a tough name that is why he was called Rocky also because he worked at the Gravel Pit.

Colin and Diane

Offaly you truly were special. We miss your playfulness, your mischievness. Everything was a toy to you.  
I remember when you used to eat your toys and poop them out to be found in the spring. I will not miss those bones. I will miss your chewing them soft though.  
Mister social, you thought everyone was on this earth just to play with you. When company came, they were here to play with you, you thought.  
You were something else.

Mary & Jim Gaul

you came to us after we lost Friday's Joy  
for awhile we thought we had beaten the cancer that  
was killing you  
the kids look to you with hope  
in their eyes they said  
to you will be all right  
but in the end you left us  
you went quietly in the night  
as you slept the night away  
we were all in ours beds all expert for J.M.  
she was with you that last night as she  
was watching Flashly silverbars fight for his life too  
Flash stills  
but you who were flash's friend are gone  
we will take you with us on our  
journey through life  
and remember you as we remember  
all the others who have left us  
behind.

J.M.'s second chance farms

To our OJ. You were such a sweet boy. You were the only dog we had ever seen that could climb a chain link fence on one side and then climb it back. You are with candy now and I know you two are having a good time. We will miss you and remember you always. Never forget how much we loved you. Fly with wings that will touch us forever. You are with god now in heaven - we will see you again someday. Love mom & dad

Eva & Otto Kolberg

In the early morning of August the 7th, we had a rude awakening from hearing Okkie hyperventilating. We called and rushed straight to the vet's clinic. Less than half an hour later, I had to make the painful decision to let her out of her agony. Apparently she had a brain tumor, and suffered a severe stroke that left her too much damaged to live on. Although she lived for as long as seventeen years (and outlived all her brothers and sisters), she was still full of energy and even tried to chase away a rabbit the very night before, less than 6 hours before. She panicked, we sat with her all the way, and she died in my arms. To me, she was like a daughter. The past ten years have bore quite some upheaval for me, but Okkie was there all the time, always, either way to put her little head on my lap and comfort me or to share with me in joy. Being a peach and a headstrong little devil at once.  
I shared her personality for ten wonderful years, and although she's gone now, she will be with me for ever. In loving memory, Okkie.

Mrs. Hesper Weirauch

My 14 yr old Beagle named Old Dan crossed over the rainbow bridge on May 21. He came in to our lives at the age of 2 1/2 months on a cold January day as a birthday gift from my mom. It was at a difficult time in my life. My dad had been laid off and found a job in another state which caused the family to be separated for a year. My mom and I stayed in New Orleans for me to finish high school, while my sister moved to York, PA to start high school. Dan was my constant companion and the whole family adored him. Our lives were never boring with Dan around. He so loved to run away and so glad to be found. Dan will be greatly missed.

Marc C

Dear old Joe the Cat. I remember the time that Dan took you into the vet's office and when they asked for your name Dan said "Joe". The receptionist said "We have a Joseph, is that him?". Yes, it really was Joseph but Joe the Cat was what we called you.  
You were tough, ornery and loyal and we will miss you. Thanks for one fine 18 years. A peaceful rest was the last gift we could give you. Be looking for us...we will meet again.

Dan and Susan, Kizzie and Mr. Peanut

Olive, my beautiful companion, you truly were there for me when I needed protection. From when I first came home from the hospital and you decided to sleep with me in the crib, as you were tolerant and patient with me as a toddler, when you protected me from monsters when I was scared, when you gave me gorgeous black fur to cry in, when you accompanied me on camping trips, to when you were old and frail and stayed in your special bed most of the time but still had a love of life and purred constantly when I petted you. Your ashes may be scattered in your favorite camping place in the mountains, by your memory and your spirit is still with me.
Blackness, I miss you, and I'll never forget you so much and tears still fall, leading Empress of my menagerie.
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Tserisa Supalla

Goodbye and so long to my beloved and beautiful "baby girl" Olive-Thank you for sharing your life with me. You brought me so much joy and happiness, and now I have only those beautiful memories to sustain me. You are now with your daddy "Boo", grandpa and Sam, and I know they will take good care of you. I love you and will miss you so much, but know you are in a better place. I will see you again when we meet on the Rainbow Bridge.

Love,
Mommy

My buddy for fourteen years. I love you.

Andy

Oliver was a character. He was extremely funny, loyal, and loving. He is missed and we'll always love him.

Lyla Durham

Oliver was the light in our lives for 8 and a half short months. He had nothing but love and compassion for everyone. On Saturday September the 11th he was hit by a car and later on passed away. We will miss his light and his love always.

Miranda, Quentin, Pat, & Edie

I came across you as I think fate had brought me to you that day. I saw how sad you were and later that night I came back for you and brought you home. We bottle fed your feisty little self, and in return you became like a little boy for me. You followed me everywhere, and when I would come home it was you I was looking for. I am so sorry you had to go like this. I hope and pray you are ok, I wish you could give me some sort of sign that you are happy. I miss you now, I will miss you tomorrow and everyday after that, even in my dreams. Just please know that I wish I would have been home to protect you

Traci & Mary

Olibo...you were Martha's special boy. Always present, always protective and always loving and accepting. It's so hard to let you go but it was worse to see you not able to get around and be yourself any longer. Don't worry; it'll be just the blink of an eye and we'll all be together again. Run on the beach, Oliver...we love you and miss you forever.

Oliver was a perfectly healthy, funloving cat who just almost overnight developed chronic kidney disease. By the time I got him to my vet, it was too late. I will always blame myself. He was my first born and such a beautiful cat. He had huge green eyes and such a sweet personality. I can hardly believe he is gone and I just cried and cried when I read about the Rainbow Bridge. I just don't understand how he could have gotten so sick in such a short amount of time and I am really having a hard time with this. Thank you for much for all that you are doing for all the little kitties in the world, as they are truly one of God's most awesome creations.

Phyllis Partin

Oliver passed away 2 weeks ago from pancreatic adenocarcinoma. Please say a special prayer for my mom and I who are having great difficulty dealing with the loss of our beloved "Little O".

Jesyka

My beloved little companion - I will forever love you.

Dorothy Farley

Olivia,

Gone but not forgotten!

Abdule Mohamid Wooten

Dear Olla,
Even though you have been sick with kidney failure for eighteen months, it was such a shock to lose you Saturday, July 3rd. I woke up this morning looking for my nose pushes and you were not there to give me any. I simply broke down and sobbed. I miss you so deeply. My heart feels so sad without you. My little girl. How we loved each other. You were always by my side. For the last fifteen years I could always look and see you by my side. (usually for food) I have put your pillow aside. No one else shall use it. It was truly only yours. I know you are happy to see Ranger again. Please tell him he is missed a great deal and that we talk about him a lot. And please tell Crystal that I think about her everyday. I know that my three firsts are together now. I love you all so much and miss you all. It makes my heart happy that you are all together and I know Mary is watching over you all for me. I am glad your pain has ended but mine has just begun.

Olley was indeed a very special part of our family.... He will be missed sorely. Most remembered will be the walks across the fields of East Anglia on many a Sunday morning. Olley chasing rabbit trails, hopping above the new grown crops to see where I am.... His joy on seeing us, his family, after our flight from England to the US. He was a battler until the end, fighting till the last to stay with us, and will be waiting at the Rainbow Bridge....... We loved and will miss you, Olley..... until that later day.......

Bob Norway

To the elegant miss "O". Our Ollie  
Your grace and beauty were one in a million  
How we loved you but God needed a calico too. We miss you and know that the love that we all shared was so very special. You were so beautiful. We will always love you. I know you are with Freddie and Chaz. Look for Charlie, Penny, Humphrey, & Roger your all together now. I can't wait to see you all.  
Miss "O" our love is always with you  
Love your family

Diane john Jeff

I love you Ollie you came and went we miss you dearly your light brown fur your green eyes and your little waggy tail we miss them all we love you and we can not ever have another dog like you you were the best dog ever with love from
Chris
Sietske
Randy
Lisette
and your favorite Yolanda we love you
P.S. you are always in our hearts we will never get another dog that is what dad says

Ollie's Legacy.

You came into our lives on a summers day 8 years ago. This handful of black fur with the biggest brown eyes that I drowned in as soon I looked deep inside. Instantly you were mine, you crept into my heart and have stayed there and I know you will live with me forever.

Rest easy old lad, you have earned it. You made your mark on all those whose lives you touched, and we thank you for allowing us to share those years with you. Wait for me dear friend, I shall see you again one day, with the sparkle in your eye and the wag in your tail.
God Bless, sleep tight.

OLLIE

Our morning sun and night time star.

15.4.91. - 1.7.99.

Sweetheart of Connie and Robert  
Playmate of Poppy

Connie D

You started off in one home, & lived most of you life in another. You were loved by 2 owners. One who couldn't keep you any longer, & one who stepped right in & took over as your "mommy". You lived a long & pampered life & at 16 lost your battle with cancer. You are now batting your "sister" Baligan in the nose again, I'm sure. You died only 1 week apart from each other, & now you can romp together, again. You are always in our thoughts & hearts. We love you & miss you, & always will.

Phyllis & Danni

My dog Olympia was truely an angel dog. She was only on this earth for a short time, yet brought joy and love into my life from the moment we found each other. She is very much missed. Her buddy, Jelly Bean, is a rescue dog and a living angel too.

Renata Circeo

Just a simple thanks to the creator for loaning this exceptional little four legged sister for the last three years. She gave so much more than she took. Missing her terribly. PMc

Opie was always by my side. He saw me through the death of my closest human friend, the breakup of a five year relationship and many other stressful events. He was comical, loving and sensitive to my every mood. He and my husband did not get along initially, but after some fighting and teasing, became the best of friends. My husband had the only lap that Opie would prefer over my own. Opie was the kind of cat that cat-haters liked. He could melt the heart of anybody, and he didn't know the word *stranger*. Although I lost him almost three years ago, he will always be in my heart. I miss you *one leg dangles*. Take care of your sister for me.

Cindy

Opus,

You came to us such a sick little kitten. You had been found in a barn in Red Wing, Minnesota, freezing to death in the month of December. I thought you weren't going to make it, but you thought otherwise. For three months you struggled and fought. You never complained about the medications. I was so proud and impressed. From that day forward you were always at our heels. Never leaving our side during times of sickness or distress. You were always a comfort and true companion. In February I received the devastating news that you had chronic kidney failure. Again, you were near death and you fought back. We had some quality months together and you gave me a chance to say goodbye. You finally lost your fight last Tuesday. I have never felt so alone. You taught me such a valuable lesson and I can never repay you for it. You showed me the importance of getting the most out of everyday. Opus, you were the kindest and most gentle soul I knew. You had a pure heart. We where, and still are, kindred spirits. Little man, when its my time to go, please be there waiting for me. The thought of seeing you again makes my spirit soar. Bogie and Little One miss you dearly. Bogie keeps going to your favorite spot looking for you and meows in sadness when he realizes you aren't there. This dreaded disease robbed you of so many years. I am so sorry I couldn't do more. You faced this disease with bravery and the same attitude you brought to everyday of your life. You never complain about all of the IVs, shots and pills. You were such a trooper! I love you with all my heart and I will think of you always. I will see you on the other side. Goodbye my little man, rest in peace.

Dad

Dear dear Opus you brought so much joy and happiness into our lives. We love you so much - you will always be in our hearts now and forevermore. You are now free of your suffering, but we miss you so much. Wish you could have stayed with us a little longer, but we realize you had to go. You are now at Rainbow Bridge running and playing and we will meet you there one day. ("But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; they shall walk, and not faint. Isaiah 40:31) Love you always. Don and Renae (Daddy & Mommie)

Jules, you weren't even a year old, but you brightened my life so much in the short time you were here. Mine and Serie's. Don't forget you left him behind, too. He has to sleep out in the barn by himself tonight, and I hope he'll be ok. He loved you so much. I hope you looked down and saw the way he was waiting for you on the front porch, and how he tried to curl up in that box with you, but soothed himself with just giving you a quick tongue-bath instead. He was trying to comfort me, too. I was just sitting on the porch next to you crying. I went out to the barn to feed tonight, but only Serie tagged along in my footsteps. I heard a rustling in the Forsythia hedge where you and he always raced out to the barn, mewing at me to hurry up. It was just a bird. As Serie ate, you weren't weaving in and out of the horse's heels, toying with death. Unfortunately it found you today, courtesy of the neighbor's dog. At least you gave that repulsive, drooling canine a nice gash on her snout. You were in such pain when I finally got there. You wouldn't even come close to me. I slowly followed you around the porch, listening to the pitiful cries of pain with every labored breath. You hissed when I first reached my hand out, but I know you didn't mean it. I just sat with you in the snow until you collapsed in that pile of weeds, and you let me stroke your beautiful orange fur. I sat there, crying, praying to god that he wouldn't let you suffer much more. He didn't. Mom got there minutes later, and I wrapped you in her coat, because in my haste to get there, I didn't wear one. Your little body was limp, and you kept opening and closing your mouth with the agony of your internal injuries. I held you in my lap on the short ride home, and lay you on the kitchen floor as Mom ran to the bathroom to get her stethoscope and emergency kit. As she was rummaging through the bathroom closet, you took your last breath. I stopped the gentle stroking of your fur, and told her not to bother getting the supplies through my wracking sobs. And there you lay on the kitchen floor, eyes fixed and glazed with death, but your mouth still convulsively opening and closing. I could hear Serie's questioning mews from the porch, asking if anyone knew where you were. I laid you carefully on a blanket in a box, curled up with your tiny nose on your paws, and let Serie pay his respects. Watching him was almost as heart-breaking as the whole ordeal. Tears slowly drip down my face as I write this about my little Jules, and I hope I will see him again some day.

Dani Caputi

This is to orange kitten who was here for too short of a time. May you rest in peace now. You will always have a special place in my heart. And to all the kitties from the s.p.c.a. who deserve a much better life.

Love, Lori

Black & white
playful in spite
of the disease that would somehow separate us
but you remain in my heart
and you always will.

I love you Oreo
Love,
Sarah

A little angel I feed in the backyard. She came to me after suffering a great injury to her back leg.

I bought her to the vet with great hopes but small size was no match for a raging infection.

Now with only three legs, she crosses to Rainbow Bridge overcome after a very short life. Missed but not forgotten.

Kathy Harrison

Oreo you were the first and only hamster I've ever had one day we will see each other again I love you and I miss you it will seem like an eternity but we will see each other again Love your loving owner Alexa

The best of friends that anyone could ask for.  
Kind, gentle and loyal. Oreo, we'll miss you so much.  
There will always be a void in our lives, but we'll take comfort in knowing that you are no longer suffering.  
We love you with all our hearts!  
Rest in Peace, baby!!

The sweetest most loving dog we've ever had the privilege to know and love. Oreo will be missed for a long time. His passing was sudden and our little family will never be the same. His devotion and the unconditional love he gave will never be forgotten.

Jim and Cherise Shaw

A Tribute to Oreo

Goodbye to my beloved pet,
You've gone ahead of me.
I knew your time was close at hand
But did not want to see.

I didn't want to face the signs
That hung like one dark cloud.
But now an empty house awaits.
The silence is too loud.

I did not want to meet the pain
I knew would come one day.
But now its here-I know it came
Because you could not stay.

I did not want to cry these tears
That from my eyes now fall.
But sadness shares a home with me.
I cannot hide at all.

I did not want this weariness
That makes each day a test.
But now my mind seems tired
Yet can not be cured by rest.

I did not want the sleepless hours
That come each night it seems.
But now each night I pray you'll come
To see me in my dreams.

I did not want to walk alone
Without you by my side.
But here I stand companionless.
Alone since you have died.

Your life was such a part of mine.
I can't believe you've gone.
It seems as though the world should stop
And yet life does go on.

But then I do remind myself
We're really not apart.
For though you are not here with me
You live inside my heart.

I still see your loving face.
Your memories are so dear.
Even time can not takes these.
They are what keeps you near.

I love you now just as before
For love there is no end.
We'll be together again one day
My dear beloved friend.

Oreo was the sweetest, most loving pet I've ever owned. She was killed by a car one block from my home on a busy street and I am very sorry to know she's dead- I will always love her and wish I could hold her and love her one more time. She certainly deserved to live but it's too late for her now- she's in God's hands.
I'll always remember her and her loving spirit

Aaron Thomas

Woobie, you'll always be in our hearts. Not a day will go by when we won't think of you. Sadly missed by mom, dad, and your brother.

On Thanksgiving Day 1988, I moved to a new apartment where I would be allowed to have a pet. The very next day, I went to the nearest animal shelter, where my heart was captured by a big black and white cat named Oreo. He was going to be euthanized the very next day, so of course I brought him home. He hid under the couch the first few days I had him, but as soon as he realized I was the source of all good things -- food, belly rubs, catnip, games of Chase The Ball -- he claimed me as his human. In the 10 years since then, he's been with me through 5 moves, a career change, several romances, a dozen roommates, and more than 3500 nights at the foot of my bed. He adopted as his own the kitten I brought home for him a few years ago, and the two of them are the best of friends.

Today Oreo is old and sick, and it's time for him to leave us. I held out hope for 4 months that he could be cured and that we could have a few more years together, but I found out last week that he wasn't going to get better. Today is Wednesday; we'll be taking our final car ride on Friday. By the time this is posted to the tributes page, he'll be gone. I know I'm doing the best and most loving thing for him, but oh, how it hurts to look into his wide eyes and know we have less than 48 hours left together.

He was my first cat. He was the best cat. I'm so glad I gave him the long, happy life he wouldn't have had otherwise. I'm going to miss him so.

Fawn

Oreo, my best friend
Your unconditional love brought me joy and happiness all these years. You were very special and I could sense that you loved us too. You were the baby of our family. You just loved being with us. You were always purring and rubbing against us to show us your devotion. No other cat can replace the special place you hold in our hearts. Our family will miss you always. We'll meet again someday at the Rainbow Bridge.
Love,
your Mom

Oreo, it has been nearly two months since you left our world. Every night as I light your memorial candle, I remember what a special friend you were to us. Some mornings I still wake up crying when I realize you are not curled up by my side. I miss your kisses and snuggles so much -- how have I survived almost two months without you? I didn't think I could. I picture you running on the beach with all the other doggy souls. I don't want you to worry about me baby, I just miss you so much. God has special plans for you now.  
I have a new life growing inside of me now, after two years of trying and half the time on fertility medication, it is no coincidence, you helped make this little miracle. We must have conceived the week after you died. I have a new reason to live, some new hope, what a perfect gift, thank you Oreo. You were my first love, my most painful loss. My heart aches, it feels so empty. I know it is not really empty, it is just heavy, full of love and with memories of you. Until we meet again my darling, Your earthly parents, Paul and Karen

Among the souls  
my little one strolls  
along the ocean shore

Her gait is swift  
as her little ears lift  
to hear the sounds of the wind and sea

Where does she go?  
we do not know  
she isn't our little one anymore.

She has left our world  
our little baby girl,  
to take on a life of her own

No pain does she feel  
she won't miss a meal  
there is no pain or longing in Heaven

We shall miss your face  
until through His Grace  
we shall join you once again at home.

We loved you very much Oreo and always will and you were the best friend we ever had. Rest in peace sweet baby girl. Good night Oreo I love you

Mom and Dad, Dollar and Hollie

Oreo, we will miss you so much. You were with me since I was 7 years old and live a long 21 1/2 years. You were my first pet, and the first one I have lost. The decision we made was the hardest thing we have ever had to do, but we couldn't let you suffer. You were my best friend for so long, you knew all of my secrets. I dream of the day that we will see you again, and hope that in the meantime, you will be happy and healthy once again. We love you!

Tom and Jennifer

Please take care of Cookie. He was our "Little Man". I hope you are romping and eating things that you could not here, due to your health problems. Daddy, Mommy, Piper and Bunzzy will never forget you.

You were our friend and special part of our family and we will miss you and your great smile. Our hearts are sad, but we know you are happy and at peace. We will always love you and remember our "Allie Dog"

Mike, Barbara, and Tim McFarland

My dog was put to sleep yesterday. He was the sweetest animal, I love him so much. I wish I could know for sure where he is right now. I can't believe he is actually dead. I feel like no one can understand how much I love him. He was the most kind hearted and innocent dog. If I could have one tenth of his patience and good nature, I would be a saint. I think Oscar was an angel. I feel so horrible for him. He is dead. I can't come to grips with this. He deserves to go to heaven above any human. he never had a bad day and took it out on me, he never hurt my feelings or got frustrated with me. All he knew how to do was be so kind and gentle. I wish everyone had a chance to meet him.

Mary

Oscar is the only dog to come into my life who I became very attached to.  
He was my very special little friend and I miss him very much. I had to put him to sleep today because he was very ill from a genetic kidney disease.  
It was one of the hardest things I have ever done cause I wanted him with me forever. I know He is better off now but my heart is broken!I LOVE YOU OSCAR DOG!!!!

Sandi Edwards

My Dearest Oscar (the Grouch),

From the day I first met you, till the day of your death, I protected you. You had such a terrible life and when everyone else gave up on you, I keep fighting. You healed and thrived.

Our short two years together were hard years, I wanted so much to touch you, to ruffle your feathers with my fingers.  
I wanted you to know that not all people were mean and cruel.

I gave you my all and I pray that you know how much you were loved and how I cherished each day that we had together. May you rest in peace and never suffer again.

Fly free again,

Donna

Oh Oscar, how I miss you. You were the true definition of a scaredy cat. You were definitely misunderstood by everyone. You just needed someone you could trust. I guess you picked one person and thankfully that was me. You helped me get through so many hard times in my life. I will never forget you for that. I just hope you know that I did everything I could to get you better. In the end you made the decision for me. I'm glad you did cause I couldn't let you go otherwise. Sebastian misses you dearly!!! Someday we will be together again. Always remember that I love you and miss you!

Michele

Born 5/17/97

Abandoned at the SPCA of Anne Arundel County MD in September 1997

Rescued from the SPCA of Anne Arundel County MD by Labrador Retriever Rescue, Inc. on 9/19/97 Fostered by David and Cindy Steinhoff and adopted by them in January 1998.

Sent to the Bridge on 9/13/99

Good bye little brown boy.

We will miss your ROO ROO's, your floppy ears and your goofy mannerisms.

At the Bridge may you find the peace that eluded you here

We miss you more than words can express

Until we are together again

David  
Cindy  
Big Sister - Steinhoff's Lucy Begonia

Although Oscars came just over two months ago, he was Special to me...Oscars touched Souls easily and completely...he came terrified and starving, flushed out of the woods by the sewer construction, arriving with everything except a chance...he had an unseen fatal disease and when the illness was discovered, Oscars was a trooper, accepting all treatments tried with unwavering good nature and gratitude, despite not knowing me...although he did Know Me.

Oscars, Pretty Boy, brought life back to my mom...Mom is not an animal person yet through his Specialness, Oscars warmed his way into her heart and even onto her quilts

EveryOne who met him in the brief time I knew Oscars sensed his Specialness...whether his gentle talkative, bread kneading nature...his glorious 'rabbit's fur' gray tabby coat...or just that he showed up only for hospice

My Heart is Breaking, Oscars...How I so wanted to help you become one of my fat, sassy, spoiled clowder...but it wasn't to be...it never was

God Bless You Oscars...I will miss You for a very, very long time...and will Love You Always

-Aunt Sue

Somehow, today, I thought the pain would be less;  
it wasn't my dear, dear friend, the very best;  
I wish I could see you and pet your sweet head;  
I wish my dear Oso that you were not dead.  
I will ALWAYS love you...ALWAYS my friend  
I hope you're in heaven  
because heaven without you  
would be hell without end.  
I love you Oso.  
Diana

Just a little note for my little lost friend...such a short life but it meant the world to me! I miss you, my little squeaker.

Rachael L. Gregg

"In the shadow of death may we not look back to the past, but seek in utter darkness the dawn of God"
- Pierre Teilhard de Chardin, SJ -

Otis.
My boy.
I can't believe you're gone. Those special nudges, the little cries, running in front of my path. All gone.  
You're in my heart, little one. You're all around me now. I can only pray that you didn't suffer very long. I'm sorry I wasn't there for you, to help you sooner.  
You were such a good boy. You're with Max, Percy, Emma and all the others now. Tell them all that I loved them too, and that I'll see you all again soon.  
You brought so much happiness into my life, and that, I'm going to miss. But I know that God needed you more than I did. He has special plans for you now.

Daddy loves you too. He is sad that he didn't get to say goodbye.

Otie, help me find another buddy to love. I know you're going to be there with me when I find the right one.

I love you, my boy. Don't ever forget that.

My little love. Be good.

I love you.

Katie

There was a special pug named OTIS who went to rainbow bridge on 4-10-98. He was my life, my baby and not a minute goes by that I cant remember some little thing he did to make my life so complete. He was only 6, we had 6 good years, but not long enough. I have a new pug named FLOWER who does her best to make me laugh, but she will be second in my heart but loved as much as OTIS was my first pug who stole my heart and when he died he took a piece of it with him. OTIS will be waiting at the BRIDGE for me and we will spend the rest of our lives together with others we have lost. OTIS you would like FLOWER, but you were a loner like me but we will give her lots of love. May GOD hold you in his hands until we meet again. OTIS, I LOVE YOU, MOMMY and Flower

My little black swan you have been my only real friend, you were sweet and beautiful; how can I forget you? You left me too soon and too suddenly, but the time we passed together was enough for me to love you more than anyone else.  
I believe there is a place from where you are looking at me and are seeing my sorrow and my tears. It was difficult for me to accept that you were not with me anymore: I cried everyday day after day and I still think about you everyday. It was a shock for me.  
How can I live without you, my little child? I found you on your first day of life and I struggled with all my forces to save you. I fed you with milk like a real mother can do and I was always with you, in every moment.  
Dear Ottavia, you made me understand how much a person can love a cat, what kind of relationship can exist between two different species. Thank you very much: you helped me to give a sense to my life, you made it better and happier; but now I am suffering too much; I think I cannot stand it. My only hope is that you are happy now and there is no one trying to hurt you.  
We will meet again one day, because I will look for you in heaven; I promise you, my little "marmottina"

Deborah Olmi

More than one year has passed after your tragic death: you have been killed by a car, driven by a person who probably does not understand how your death changed my life.  
I am a different person now, because I miss you so much and I am suffering so much, even now.  
Few people understand me, they cannot conceive a person suffering for a cat for such a long time. But you were not only a pet for me: you were a daughter and a friend, and I was your mother.  
Sometimes I go asking myself if I did the right thing when I kept you from the street and fed you powdered milk to make you survive: you were so young, your eyes were still closed, but I did it because I wanted to save you more than anything else.  
And I was lucky enough to make you live. But probably your destiny was to die, and you died.  
Please, do not hate me if I did mistakes with you: I only tried to do my best to help you grow up without your mother, and I tried to be her substitute.  
Yesterday Julia, another young kitten who lived with me, died of Peritonitis. She is now joining you at the Bridge. Please try to become her friend, she suffered so much in her life, and play together.  
Do not think about me and Alessandro, since we will meet again one day, and we will stay together, forever.  
Goodbye my sweetest friend  
Your Mother and Father

Sweet, baby boy, Otto...Rest in peace my friend. You were a big boy, all 170 pounds of you. But as big as you were, you were the gentlest creature I have yet to meet. Father will miss you terribly. He brought you home on SuperBowl Sunday 1991. You pooped on the floor then spent the rest of the day watching football with Father. SuperBowl Sundays will never be the same. You used to follow Father like a little lamb!  
   Your last year was hard, as we watched you slowly turn into a dog that could barely walk. But we were there with you, and helped you walk right up to the end.  
   You died with your head cradled in my lap, Otto. As the vet gave you the shot, I closed my eyes and held you as tight as I could. Through the tears, I kept whispering in your ear "You're a good boy, Otto. You're a good boy".  
We love and miss you, Otto. Mother

I see your picture on the wall and it makes me wonder why this had to be. And the time that we all took for granted is now the most important thing to me. Can you hear so far away and yet so close I feel that I could reach your hand. Can you tell me is it easier to leave or to be the one that's been left behind?

Diana

PRECIOUS

I lost a precious love today...  

Why the name "Mouth"  
They all would say.  
Because, I'd say, it fit him well.  
His every need he'd loudly tell,  
By a bark, a look, a wagging tail,  
And he got it all-it never failed.  

We had such fun, my dog and me,  
Those times are always in my memory.  
The bunny rabbits he loved to chase  
Even though he knew who'd win the race.  
The balls, the bones, the soft plush toys  
Into my life he brought such joy.  

I'll miss so much his nudging head  
Hands are for petting, he always said.  
It seems just yesterday he was a pup  
Not much more than a ball of fluff.  
Thirteen years have gone so fast  
I wasn't ready for him to pass.  

I know he'll be waiting at the door  
With all the others who have gone before  
To greet me when I join him there  
Our lives again we two can share  
Never again will we have to part  
"But for now, he is ever in my heart.  

I lost a precious love today...  
His name was "Mouth"

by Mary Turner

For Max...Our first pet, Daddy thinks of you often!
For Mckenna...You don't have to be scared anymore.
For Zackie...Ba-Babs didn't mean to hurt you.
For Ba-Babs...Sorry the vet mis-diagnosed you.
For Tasha...May your hips feel no pain.
For Blake...Keep Zorro company and play ball together!

You are all missed and very much loved.

Bryn and Lisa

One of the greatest of cats, a funny, sweet soul who kept us laughing. He passed on way too soon and I will miss him always. I love you Ozzie.

Kathy T.