Oakie thru Ozzie

This is in honor of our beloved Oakie dog. He passed away with our help last night 04/08/01 at 6:30 PM after suffering from cancer and hip degeneration. I hope and pray we did the right thing. It was not an easy passing for him and he had tears streaming down his face. I fell so guilty. We have 2 girls 9 & 11 and my husband worked nights for many years and he was our protector and friend. We are going to be lost without him. We need your prayer's for strength and courage. Thank you !!!

Deborah Tucker

O. B. - you are so missed! Each night as I go to bed, the place where you slept next to me is so empty, and so is my heart. There is no kitty to cuddle and hear purr...there is no kitty to keep me warm and kiss me goodnight. I miss you dear friend...

Charlene.

Obie was my baby, a big white cat with green eyes and a purr that could be heard 2 rooms away. We went to a shelter in 1993 to chose a pet. We had no choice, he chose us immediately; came right up, climbed all over us, claimed us as his own. Obie was the most affectionate pet I've ever had. All you had to do was look at him and he'd purr. His loss was sudden. I'm glad he did not suffer, he was playing one minute, gone the next. But his presence is sadly missed. We love you, Meg, Eric, and YooHoo

Eyes of a Beloved
I had a special friend, Obsidian, who was a German Shepherd. We called her Sydney, for short. But, those eyes of hers, they were magnificent. I remember all of those special dates. She was born 6/11/01 and we brought her to our home, the 8/29/01. I loved her so much. And she passed on to that very special place, so now she should have no disease. She died, last Thursday, 11/15/01, and I am just terrible without her.

I emphasize her eyes so much, cause that was our language. U can talk to her through her eyes. Even though, she'd wag her tail, or, jump, or shiver, I would always look, to her eyes. It just seemed more formal, for us. You could see in her eyes what she felt, and that was your little discussion. Alot of people say how lovely her eyes were. Right when I saw her, her eyes lit up, and she was all over the place.

She always, loved to chase my shoes, and bark with bright eyes. I would laugh and talk to her, and look in her eyes for her answer. And, she always, right when you sat down, guess who was in your lap. Yep, my little Sydney. She was a gem and in my heart, still is.

In fact, I named her after a rock, Obsidian. You know, the shiny, SHARP, beautiful rock. It suited her. O, my gosh, she was so very attentive, it was a piece of cake training her, it was as if she was born knowing how to do all of these tricks, top in her class too. And she didn't even get to go to the last meeting. She was so watchful, like my little guardian angel. She probably found it easier, watching me from the valleys and hills and meadows.

And, if I went out of the yard, she'd watch me through the window until I disappeared. And, if there was a whole bunch of people, she'd stay with me, not shy though, while the other two Shepherds ran and played with everyone that they could annoy, which was quite a show from my lap on a lawn chair for us.

Well, one day, I went to see them. This was maybe four days, after we placed one of our three German Shepherd dogs to a new home. There was no jumping, no tail wagging, and I couldn't figure it out, but I looked in those magnificent eyes of hers, and, something just wasn't right. I told my mom and dad, and the next morning, we took her to the vets. But, through x-rays and stuff like that, nothing. Then, I was worried sick as a mother would've been, and got her in the next day. Something was in her stomach, and the x-ray, there was fluid.

We were sent to an ER, and, we had to take her home over night. And, I was like, why should we keep her here, the vets could do more than us! She couldn't even eat, which she didn't do for three days before that one, and she couldn't breathe! She was so tired, cause she couldn't sleep, cause if she lied down, she couldn't breathe. I stayed up 2 days straight, giving her support in certain places to support her body in a stand position, so my baby could sleep. I got so tired, and couldn't hold her up, and the slightest fidget, well, some movement, she'd wake, and that was just terrible.

So we took her to the ER yet again, and they stabilized her. But that took maybe 9 hours, and we were there for the whole thing! I couldn't leave my baby all alone. I stayed at the vets for 9 hours til she was stabilized. And she was so comfortable when I visited her after those 9 hours, and that terrible night, where she couldn't sleep. And, tests were sent back and forth to the lab, and so I went to school that Thursday. And my mom picked me up early, even though it was planned, so I could visit the pup, cause I needed to be there for her. I needed to be there for her. I couldn't leave her hanging, I owed it to her and myself, to be there as often as I could. I realized, that just 3 hours a day wasn't long enough to spend with her, with any loved one. And all I wanted to do, was be with her all of the time. I made many plans to be with, special outings actually, before this all happened.

But, after they stabilized her, and got back the tests, and I even planned to watch the sunset, her first day out of the ER at the beach, or on the little like porch in front of my room, where there is a beautiful place to watch sunset. But, then, mom told me that, the doctor said "There's no Prognosis.", I asked what it meant, and started crying. I knew that I had to put her down, and had to be there when it happened, and that it had to be that day, cause there was no point of having her go through this, so, I visited then, and one other time before the terrible, BITTERSWEET moment.

I went back after 2 half-hour visits and looking into eyes of uneasiness, yet of comfortability and depress, and anything sad, and at 5:30 pm, I got there, expressing my good-byes. And, I looked into her eyes, and I never knew this before, but dogs can cry too. Just like I was, and am just typing it. But it really helps to get it all out to supporting people. Water was running from her eyes. I thought it was fluid from her cold, but I compared it to my tears, her tear in my left hand, and mine in my right, and they were tears. I looked into her eyes, and it was like she knew she was gonna die! It was terrible. She pushed up against my hand with her head, and rubbed it up and down, crying. I said to her over and over and over again, that I loved you, and I'd see you in Heaven.

And her eyes, just even if you didn't know her, the message was clear and would make you burst out in tears literally. She was so depressed, I couldn't fully explain the sadness she expressed at that moment in time in her eyes. And I was just heartbroken! I just said to her before she left, I want you to know, I really, really, love you, with all my heart, and don't forget me, and we will meet in Heaven soon, along with many others animals though.

And then, the doctor made her drowsy, yet not asleep yet, and then she fell in my lap, head in hand, body in lap, and her eyes were just watering like mine, and she was knowing that she was gonna leave me, and she wouldn't leave me for anything, but had no choice. I had to make the choice for her, to leave comfortably in my lap, or die in surgery, knowing she was gonna die anyway. And, she looked up at me, and I looked back, and she understood my eyes, and I understood hers. And then, the doctor made her sleep, and I petted her again and again, and told everything that I had already said, and then some. You could tell she fought to stay awake, cause her eyes opened, after I finally said I love you, and good bye. And then, the final drug, her body comfortable, her head lay still, along with her body, and her body was shutting down in peace as she was as this happened. And then I started crying loudly, and saying, I just cant live without you, you just can't leave me. And I whispered more and more. And after 15 minutes in my lap, dead, I got up, and asked for the ashes.

I had never lost a dog to death before. And, now I know, though I still cry about it, that she knows, that I loved her, and now God is taking care of her, and she's watching over me, like an angel, just as she was on Earth. And I cannot wait for the day that we meet once again.

One of the three German Shepherds I had, 1, Bell, was placed. After my first pup, Ranger, now 2, was diagnosed with the worst hip displasia. he has absolutely no hip sockets whatsoever. It's a miracle he's still with me now they say. And I know he is fighting for me, and I know that he's strong, and would also do anything to be with me or get my attention. He even claimed this chair I used to sit in all of the time. right when he's in the house, that chair is his. If someone is in it, he gets on whoever, and lies down, like that person's invisible. It's hard to overcome Sydney's death, and Bell's placement, but, I am sure God made this a role for some reason. And, I know Ranger is gonna go someday soon, and it's hard to bear. Just thinking about it, it's just terrible.

I seem to have a relationship with him that's human, except he is deaf. Now that dog, he's human. And, I have a little shrine of the many pictures of my Obsidian, and I will have her ashes, and I have an enlarged picture, her cutest, and I wear her collar, her first tiny one, and wear it on my wrist. The one she wore on her death, I keep in my room. I have created a shrine, dedicated to her, and I treasure it. And I know, that she's always with me. I always talk with her now, and I always talk to her in SSR time in class. Now, she is there all of the time. And, I even have a candle, never to be burned again, in her honor, unless it's burned on a Thursday, for those special 15 minutes, to thinking of her.

And, for all of those who read this, and I hope that many have read this, I am terribly sorry for all of your dead pets, and feel free to contact someone that's gone through it before. They'll give you support, and this is the best way, of getting back and recovering, even though there is no such thing as recovering fully, you can at least get on with life, and live it to the fullest. Feel free to contact me, and I have have gone through many at once, and am still together. I'd love, to help anyone, although I maybe a young teenager, and am always open for listening and talking!

Mary Kelter

In memory of you baby,
Fate had brought us together. Found under a car. Cold, beaten, battered. Hungry for food and for love, we took you into our arms and hearts with disregard for what might be. Brought under the lights of our home, we found a beautiful Himalayan with sparkling blue eyes.
I know you had to hurt. Open sores on your leg were treated and comforted. Small sponge bath, warm blankets and a space heater added to your own room gave you warmth. A family of mixed religion, your new dad recited the Lord's poems for hours. Your new mom wished upon stars and picked flowers for you. You slept so peacefully in your warm blankets. 10 hours of unconditional love from a family you had always wanted.
We felt we were lucky to have a good friend as a Vet. We took you in with no regards to the fact that we have no money to pay for any treatments, and hope that the friendship would allow some sort of payment plan. Hardly any gas seemed to get us further than usual, and we arrived at the clinic. Many tests would reveal what my vet tech knowledge already knew deep inside.
Many prayers and flowers later, we called with almost hesitation. Your dad comforted me as I found out what you had been dealing with all of your life. Leukemia, FIV (Feline Aids), Pneumonia, and gangrene on your leg. Doc said you held on that night because of our love, and that as soon as me and your dad left, your purring stopped as if you knew it was time, but started again before you passed away, as if in your heart you were ready and happy that you were loved right before you left. An emptiness in my heart where a once curled up October was fills my mind with sadness.
I will always remember you my sweet October. How even though you were tired and worn out, you got up to rub your little body against us and purred to your hearts content. We didn't know you very long, but we will love you forever.
In my dreams I will see you. Playing in your butterfly fields, running in the flowers, catching bugs. No disease, no pain. Your once tiny body will be full of plump and happiness, and maybe you will be playing with the family you had always wanted. Or maybe you will be waiting there for us, as we each make our way over that Rainbow Bridge. Either way you will be remembered. And we will look forward to seeing you again on the other side.
We love you.
Mom and Dad

For 9.25 years O.D. filled our lives with joy and laughter. He loved soccer, going for walks and runs, and playing fetch. Every summer he went camping at Lake Billy Chinook. He would ride proudly on the waverunner and then fetch his ball from the lake for hours. Even after he was diagnosed with Addison's disease at 7, he ran and played almost constantly. A handsome dog, O.D. won people over with the cock of his head and the sparkle in his eye. People thought he was a puppy because he never lost that playful spirit. He taught us about love, joy, loyalty, determination and perseverance. He was so much a family member that he helped define who we were. Now without him we are left with deep sorrow and countless, wonderful memories of our incredible companion and friend.

Joan Miller & Karen Myland

Odie was abandoned by the previous owner of a house we moved into... She was such a cute tiny little kitten... and she worked her way into our hearts so quickly... Over, the next 18 years she would be our constant companion... moving with us wherever we moved... and always hovering over us when she knew something was wrong... like a mother hen... She was truly our Odie Cat...whom we affectionately called Compassion Kitty... because she couldn't stand to see one of us crying... she would jump in our laps, get in our face and lick the tears away as fast as they would fall... then she would start meowing... as only Odie could... as if to say... it'll be okay... I'm here... you can lean on me...18 years of love she gave to us... it hurt so much to watch her grow old... her eyes grew dim... and sometimes at night she would cry out for us because she had lost her way... so, one of us would quickly jump out of bed and run get her and put her in bed with us... where she so loved to be... she purred like a freight train... and she loved as only one of God's furry creatures can... much better than we humans can love... We couldn't picture life without her... so we didn't... we thought she would be with us forever... but she's gone now... Her health went rapidly in her last few months... she grew weak quickly, but still she would use every ounce of her strength to climb up on the bed with us... My husband had to go out of town on a business trip, but was afraid everytime he talked to me that I would tell him that Odie was gone... but I didn't have too... Odie held on until the day he came back... and that night, she slipped away to join other of her furry friends at the bridge...I still cry because she's gone... and then I cry harder when I realize there's no one here to dry my tears the way Odie did... We miss you... we love you... forever and ever...

Charles & Diana Williams

Odie had a heart of gold, every body loved her. She never learned how to growl or ever wanted to. She taught us how to love unconditionally and to always forgive. All of us will always love her.

Alex Golota and Kara-Lee Johnson

In loving memory of "The Big Guy", you are missed very much.

Karen & Scott Abbott

He was as bouncy as his name implied - yet so tender, sweet and vulnerable. He lived energetically, with effervescence and joy, He would 'boing' up in the air and grab cherries from low-hanging limbs of my tree. He sounded like a duck when play-battling with his brother, and inquisitively inspected even a blade of grass. He took such joy in Life.

Susie Schulz

Oinka Doo Came into our lives and gave us the love of an old soul. learning from her was a God send and she gave to her babies and her breed by donating her body to the Dutchess Foundation which documented her problems to help her breed and Vets learn about this new pet.

She has recently helped us help her Son "Hammer Swine" cross over and she helped make the process easier for him and us.

Victoria Bragg

This is a tribute to Miss Okie, the best friend I've ever had. I adopted her from the pound when she was 6 weeks old and loved her dearly until she died of lung cancer at 9 and a half in 1999. To this day I miss her. When I have a bad day, my first thoughts are of her and how I wish she were with me. I have two dogs now that I truly love, but none will ever take the place of Okie.

Lynn

Old Fella, we'll never know what happened to you before you came to us...what broke your body and heart so completely. But you are loved now, and always will be. You are part of our family even though death has separated us for the time being. We were honored to give you a home, and to love you. Your quiet dignity and gentle tolerance will be cherished always. With love always to our Old Fellabones, Godspeed.

I miss you old guy

Elizabeth Johnston

Today I lost a friend. He had only been with us for about 4 months. A friend had brought him to my house in March of this year. They thought he was one of my other dogs. To prevent them from taking him to the pound I took him into our family.
He acted as if he had always lived here. The other Bostons we had accepted him as on of their own. He fit right in. He loved being outside, and of course he loved sleeping in the bed with us. Today he was outside and saw some other dogs walking by across the street. He wanted to play and ran across the street.
A passing car tried to stop but couldn't. Now he's gone. I know that he is running and playing at The Rainbow Bridge with all the others and I will see him again. We will miss him so much. Good bye Ole Man.
Love
Randy & Helen

Dear Olga,
I miss you so much. I can't believe you are gone. although you were just a little one the hole in my heart is deeper than the Grand Canyon. I will always love you and remember you.
Love, Heather

Oliver was just like my son.
I loved him dearly.
Anytime I was sad, he was always there for me...licking my face and burying his head under my neck. He would love to snuggle with me.
I miss him terribly but know that he is in Bunny Heaven...happily playing with all the bunnie friends he has made.
I love you Oliver....forever.

Monisa

Dear Oliver,

I love and miss you so much.
I miss the patter of your paws, the rumble of your purr and your soft touch.

I prayed that while you slept, the Angels would take you away,
But knowing you, you said they would have to come another day.

I knew that you would stay with me,
No matter how much pain and suffering there would be.

It was my turn to be strong,
Please don't think I was wrong.

And so my dearest friend,
I prayed dear God give me the strength to end
Ollie's time on earth
Let me give him the chance to mend,
So that he can once again dance with glee and mirth.

I know that our hearts and souls are with each other forever.
And someday we will again be together.

I miss you so much my whiskered Angel.

- JVB

We have had the most wonderful 12 1/2 yrs. with our precious angel lab, Oliver. We know he's happy and healthy again where he is now, but we are so devastated. We miss him more than words can say. It's only been a month since we lost him to kidney failure. We did everything we could. God needed him back. Oliver was the best adopted baby we could have ever hoped for. He grew up with us. He was and will always be a part of us. God bless you sweet Oliver, we love you. Dad, Mom, Autumn and Ruby

My dear Oliver,
It is one year ago today, that awful day, that I lost you. Recovering from your loss has been, and still is, a very difficult journey for me. It has been harder than I ever could've imagined. You were such a beautiful gift, a bright spot in my life. How I miss you! Today I will say a special prayer for you and remember you with both joy and sadness because it hurts so much that you aren't here with me. I will remember how you felt in my arms, the sound of your happy purr, the softness of your silky fur, how I was your one and only love. I will always love you, my sweet. You will live forever in my heart. God rest you soul, my lovely Oliver. Till we meet again...
Love,
Wendy

Oliver was my soulmate in cat form. He gave me his unconditional love for 13 years. I thank God for blessing our lives with such a special animal. Please God take care of him in heaven, as I know this is where he is. Good Bye Lovey OL! Love Amy and Mike

Amy Sullivan

To a dog that made us laugh and remember our youthful side, a friend who brought us together as husband and wife.

A dog who greeted our daughters with nothing but love. You were the best Oliver and will be missed! We love you!

Elizabeth

Oliver you were the perfect pet - affectionate and undemanding - I shall always remember your special hug, the way you stretched your neck in front of the fire or sat with your paws together.... How you puffed out your cheeks in the car and how your fur ruffled like the beach after the tide has gone out
.... How you would climb onto my bed the long way round and rub your head against my hand. We shall remember your special names, Oliver, Princess Koala Puppy Sea Otter Baby Bubbles. We thank you for being the special friend to Smokey that you were. Goofy remembers you swiping and playing.

Adam Elizabeth Charlotte and Smokey Loveridge

My Baby Boy Oliver,

I miss you so much, you will always be in my heart and I will never forget you. You were such a joy to me, I wish I could have made you better, had you in my life longer, but that was not to be. So you just be happy in heaven, and someday we will see each other again. I love you

Love, Mommy

Oliver came to us on Halloween night, he attached himself to one of my other stray cats and never left his side. After a vet visit to be castrated we found out Oliver had a tumor in his ear...they thought they removed it, unfortunately there were two. The second wasn't seen......when his ear became infected again I took him back to the vet. They then found the other tumor........it would cost too much to have the surgery needed to remove it........I needed to make a decision, hard as it was,
All our love little man, You now have wings!
Mom & Dad

Olivia, you were the sweetest kitty we have ever known. You let my little girls carry you around like a babydoll, and you even gave them nose kisses!! Your purr was so quiet and demure, and you were just as gentle in all that you did. You had such lovely and soft orange and white fur, and your face always had the look of a kitten. For the love and joy you brought our family, we all thank you so much. May you romp and play in Jesus's world where there is no more pain and suffering. You will be looking out for us from up there, of that we are sure.

Love, your family

Dear Sweet Livie - At last you get your rest. I'm so happy that you're not suffering anymore but oh how I miss you. It was a terrible ordeal but you were a real trooper. I'll miss your races up and down the hallway and tummy rubbing at night just before sleep. You were always so quiet and kept to yourself - well most of the time - and so afraid of everything. I tried to help you be happy and comfortable and I loved you very much. Now there will be no more surgeries or medicines or treatments. Now you can breathe easily and there's nothing to be afraid of. Did Miranda greet you at the Rainbow Bridge? Are you having fun together? I miss you, my sweet baby girl, and will remember you always. I will think of you every day and hold you in my heart for all my life. Daddy isn't sure why you aren't here tonight but I give him extra hugs and that helps. Keoni and I will remember you and Sister and miss you. We'll all be together again one day. Now just enjoy your new good health, have fun playing with Miranda, and get acquainted with the rest of our family there. They'll love you too.

Farewell, my sweet little love. Until we meet again, remember always how much I love you and miss you.

All my love, Mom

A truly loyal and wonderful cat. Ollie has been a best friend to me for the past 17 years. Ollie's death will be such a void as she was a tremendous character. Even in her old age she liked to play and tease. It is so difficult to imagine not seeing her again. Ollie died very peaceful in my arms on the 7th May 2001 at 15:00 hours GMT. I will never forget my true little friend.

Dr Larry Mackie

Oliver, my most special friend in all my life, thank you for being so considerate, understanding, and so much fun. Take care of Stanley... he loves and needs you too. We will be together for eternity. I love you Ollie.

Hugs, Charlie

Our dearest and most beloved Onyx, we are in a bad way without you, a true state of shock. We miss you SO MUCH and keep looking for you in all the familiar places. They are no longer familiar, because they are empty spaces... We keep reminding ourselves that you had a long, wonderful 13 1/2 years with us, and we know you were happy and loved us dearly. Only a pet can truly love unconditionally, as you did. We know you felt our love and having had that mutual love, we know God has prepared a place for you in his Home, a place we hope we prepared you well for. Do you hear us when we call your name, say good morning and good night? We love you. We hope you found "Happy", and ask that you try to find "Madison" and make a new friend! Our little "haversham", you are always with us, in our hearts and minds. Love, Michael and Janet

Onyx,

You are my good, sweet girl and I miss you so badly. You saved my life when you came to me in 1989. I think God sent you down to take care of me and give me hope during those very difficult times. We had 13 years together but I wish it could have been more. Our house is so empty without you. I still see you laying on my clothes on the closet floor. I still expect you to steal my pillow when I get up at night. I was in the kitchen chopping veggies the other night and expected to see you at my feet, waiting for me to drop something. My heart is being crushed under the weight of my sorrow and I can hardly catch my breath to say how much I miss you. You will always be the love of my life and my soulmate. I hope that one day you will greet me at the gate to heaven and we will be together again. Until then, I will grieve your loss every single day.
I hope your little soul is happy and running free.

You are my good, sweet girl and I'll love you forever.

Nola

Onyx, It took us 5 months to finally come to terms with your passing. You know we think of you often and will never forget how your loving eyes reached into our souls. We will always remember how talked to us whenever we made eye contact. Have fun with Tiger and Mattie at the Bridge. We miss you all so very much. But we will be together someday soon. We love you Onyx. You will always be in our hearts. Love, Joe and Ron.

My baby Onyx:

I realize it has been many years since you've passed, but you are always in my heart and in my thoughts. I grieve for the short amount of time we had together, but I don't regret a single moment. I miss your love, your shyness, the way you would lay on my back and the crazy way you and your brother played with each other. Sometimes I still can't believe you are gone. You and your brother were my first pets and the pain I felt the day God took you from me was unbearable. I wish I would've stayed by your side-the pain was unbearable and I went outside to cry. Jade has helped me tremendously with grieving you, your brother grieved for you as well. I wanted so much to tell him "I m sorry baby, he's in heaven now." One day we will both see you in heaven again. Until then, know that we love and miss you very much.

Mommy, Jade & Roland

Carmen J. Hollinsed

To my pal, my love, and foremost my soulmate---may you be happy wherever you are and I miss you.

Chris

Onyx-
I don't even know what to say.....you have passed on only days after your sister Nestle. We know how much you loved to investigate things, and run like the wind. You just traveled too far from our home and did not realize how fast the cars drive on the main road. We know you did not suffer, and you are home now resting on the bank with Nessy. I can't believe we have lost the 2 of you in less than a week. It will be very quiet out back where your kennel doors still remain open. The only thing that gives me peace right now is that you and your sister are together now in Heaven, just like you always were here on earth. You two always took care of each other, and us.
Onyx, we love you very, very much. Your legacy lives on through your puppies as well as Nestle's.
Now you can run all over Heaven and not be afraid. We know you are in a better place. You two take care of each other.
Love,
Daddy, Mommy and Coco

**My Little Onyx Rose**
You are loved and missed by all. Why you had to go, God only knows. You were only here a little while, but not long enough to say goodbye. God must had better plans for you. Because you have been so special from the start. I will always love you with all my heart. You are ever bird that sings. I hear your name in the dark. Your eyes are the stars that shine on me at night. Your face I will see in the beautiful sun light. I will see you run having so much fun in ever stream of water that flows. I will feel your love in ever rose that grows. My little Onyx Rose in ever rain drop I see you will be. Fallen down on me from above my little Onyx Rose.~~
Written By:(her mother)
~~*Carol Lynn Derrick*~~

Dear Oolah,
To my very special, tiny, companion/friend, Oolah. You are so sadly missed by me. You were loved and cared for with all of my heart, Oolah, and you brought such special happiness & joy to my life. You will always be with me, in my heart. Not to worry or be sad, dear Oolah, we will be together again. I love you with all of my heart. Rest in peace and love, and be happy my little one, Oolah.

Maureen

You were such a beautiful, sweet, loving dog who came into my life in such an unexpected way that I knew you were meant to be mine.
You eased my heartache after losing Buck and filled the empty space beside me each night. You won the hearts of everyone who knew you, even those who weren't "dog people".
I thought we'd have a bit more time together sweetheart, but it wasn't meant to be. It broke my heart to let you go.
Buck will be happy to see you again, and I'll be looking for both of you at the Bridge one day. You are truly and deeply loved!

Lisa Washak

Opal, you were my companion through thick and thin, you helped me when your Dad abandoned us, you kept me sane, you were my rock.

I'm sorry I wasn't there to protect you that day, I still cry and fill up with guilt when I think about it.

But, you're in a better place now, you'll never feel pain again or be scared.

I love you and miss you my Opal.

All my love your Mum, Trace

Ophelia was one in a million. She was the one snake even the generally squeamish loved. She was gentle, affectionate, and beautiful.
She suffered much pain during her life as she was passed from one owner to the next, all of which weren't really ready to handle her. We all failed in giving her the home she needed.
Now she suffers no more pain and I pray she'll forgive me. I loved her more than I or she knew and it's now me who suffers without her.

Beautiful kitty I love you and miss you very much. I will see you again.

Betty

We Love You "P". We will meet again someday.

Bill and Sue Hinz

Optel had to be put down today due to diabetes and organ failure. His name means "pick up" in Afrikaans, he was so named because he turned up one day at my father-in-law's in South Africa, a stray visibly abused in the slums of Cape Town. His was a long and happy life for the ten following years and he became sick only last week, aged 14 or 15 years. We will all miss you dearly and wish you all the best in your new life, wherever that may be. Blessed be.

Pascale

Opus,
I hope you realize and know how much your Mommy and Daddy love you. We miss and grieve you, but are comforted, because we know that Jesus has you at His feet just over the Rainbow Bridge, and you are happy. Your sister misses you terribly. She knows that there will never be another you. But that's OK. There was a special little ferret born four years ago, and the light of our life went out on Friday, but all will be well in the end. Love is patient, Love is kind, Love NEVER ends.
Goodbye, Opus, for now.
Mom, Dad, and Wicket

This little angel came into my life and gave me total, unconditional love. I, in return, opened up my heart again, in a way I never thought, would ever again, be possible. She put the sun back in the sky, the smile back on my lips, and laughter back into my home. Although I will miss her until the day I join her, I will smile with every memory... For she brought so very much joy to my life.

Angie Hindes

My Oreo was a wee special dog that came to me by chance. We were together through many difficult times and I believe she came to me for that purpose. I don't know if her passing means that better things are in store for me because right now, my heart is wounded. She was killed by a car that mounted the curb and ran her over without stopping. She should have been safe, but I witnessed her being mowed down by a careless driver.

Oreo, thank you for the time you spent with me. I honor you.
Sue and Freyja (her kitty)

Oh dear Oreo you were so special your original name was Cuddles but you didn't fit that description until 5 years after we got you. You were 6 months old and I got you from our vet who had put you in a box full of paper that the ink rubbed off onto your white fur and you had huge yellow eyes with tiny black slits like a snake. When Danny saw you in that box after I got you home he said you were ugly and you had to go back - hahahaha that was 16 years ago!!!! You were such a gentle soul always loving any cat or dog that was added to the household. You also expected them to love you and most did - there is not accounting for Snags. We really had hoped that the iodine injection for the thyroid would be all you needed in your elder years, but apparently that was masking your kidney disease. And then the loss of Spooks only 2 months ago whom you cuddled with for 15 long years - was more than you could handle, your grief over her passing made your health decline and today we had to make the agonizing decision to let you cross over to be with your dog Levi and your first girlfriend and love Shrieka and now Spooks. This was such a heart breaking decision as we never wanted to let such a sweet soul leave us. Your spirit will always be with us and although I see your meds, special foods, and bowls all over the kitchen and cry my eyes out each time I go in there - I will get past this and remember only the good times. Remember when you jumped thru the window screen to chase a cute female??? and Scamper and Shrieka sat there "pointing" at you running off after her. You just looked back at me as if to say "later Mom, I got something to do". Remember when you used to run wide open up and down the hallway and jump and kick the light switches with your back feet and make Danny shave in the dark??? Remember how you would put your foot in the food bowls and pull them over to you and out from under the noses of the other kitties so they couldn't have the food??? You were a character and your presence and loving ways will be so horribly missed. Do forgive us for the tragic decision we had to make in order to ease your suffering. Until we meet again you have all our love and gratitude for a life well spent - we love you Oreo. Mom and Daddy

Twelve years is a long time and so many memories, you were my first and only puppy. You were such a beautiful creature and so loving and playful and cute. I just can't believe you went so fast. You won't be in anymore pain and I hope you'll be with Cinnamon now.

Someday I'll be with both of you. I miss you Oreo and it hurts so much just like with Cinnamon, again my heart is breaking. I will never forget you and there won't be another dog like you. You were one of a kind.

Thank-you for bringing so much joy and laughter in my life.

Until we reunite,
Love you forever,
Ruth

Oreo
You were my best friend.
you always will be
I miss you
one day I will see you again

Jennifer Maffetone

I got Oreo when I was only 4 years old. I remember I used to dress him up in my doll's clothes and then at night I would read him books in bed as he lay his head beside my pillow. Oreo was always there in the afternoons and we would always watch TV together on the couch while we waited for my mom to come home from work. I remember when I was upset and crying he would come and rub his head against me and lick me on the forehead. He always hated to see me upset. Oreo was the friendliest cat ever. I mean he wouldn't hurt a flea and he purred like a motor. He used to always get stuck in trees and we used to always have the electric company to come and get him down in those big buckets. He was a trip! Well, I am now 14 years old. I had Oreo for 10 years and he dies the other day. Someone once told me that when u die everything you love will be in Heaven, well I know that Oreo will be in Heaven with me.~Oreo wait for me!~I'll be there one day!!~I love u forever and ever!!~and nothing or no one will ever be able to replace you!!

The world's best dog, most special companion and center of our world for 9 years. We miss you so.

Ceil and Steve Folz

Oreo, we loved you soooo much, and every minute of our days are spent wishing you were still here with us. Our lives just aren't the same without you. Even Taco misses you more than you can imagine.

We love you and will see you someday at the Bridge.

Mommy, Daddy, Riley and Taco

I knew Oreo from the day he was born. He was born in a box under our evergreen tree in the backyard. Oreo loved to mush his paws and cuddle up close and purr in my ear. My parents and I had him for a wonderful long 18 years....but it just seems like it wasn't enough time. I thank him for all of the smiles he put on our faces and the unconditional love that radiated from him everyday. He is and will be sadly missed. We will cherish the day we meet again and cross the Rainbow Bridge together. Oreo, we miss you!

Dear Oreo -
You were our best friend for 14 years. You started out in this world in a rough way and I hope your life made up for that. We will all miss you so much.

Love you
Hugs and Licks
Susan, Richard, Shannon, Karissa and Steve
XXX
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Born with birth defects, hand raised from birth, loved always. We will miss you terribly.

Linda, Ray, Zach & Elaina

My dear Orion-

I remember the day I brought you home from the shelter. You started purring as soon as you stepped out of the carrier, and you never stopped. You were with me when I still lived at home with Mom, and you shared so many important life events - moving several times, job changes, marriage, the passing of other kitty friends - you were with me through it all, such a wonderful friend.

Such infinite, unconditional love you always gave. Incredibly funny and full of character, yet loving and understanding through the rough times. How I miss the earthly times we enjoyed together. Yet I know you are never gone. You will live in my heart forever, always with me in spirit.

My sweet, favorite boy, we miss you terribly. But we know you are in a wonderful place, free from pain and the limitations of physical being. We love you very much always.

Love,

Tracy, Russ, and Cody

Orwell we'll always love you and have you in our thoughts. Thanks for taking care of us, always greeting us at the door and for being such a "good kitty". We miss you. Love, Mom, Kim, Rosie, Sydney and Matisse

Snarf was my greatest friend and constant companion for 16 wonderful years. He taught me how to love without anger and how to chew through a sack in 2 seconds. I don't know how to go on without him. I woke up this morning and no one was there to demand an immediate feeding. My other 16 year old is lost without him as well. He was my friend and I will never forget.

Carl Neal

Thank-you for being a part of our lives for almost 13 years. You were filled with energy, love and joy and everybody that didn't know you, instantly fell in love with you. I will miss you bringing me my shoes when we were off on a walk, or you running up to me to greet everyday at the door. You were a peacemaker between the cats when they didn't get along. Your strong and puppy like bark will forever linger in my head. I miss your cute puppy face, and the clicking of your feet as you walk about the house.
There will never be another dog as special for us. I will miss you standing by me in the kitchen waiting for anything to fall on the floor. Your favourites cucumbers and carrots which I never feel like eating them without you there now. Watching movies with popcorn will never be the same. Run fast and pain free my beautiful dear Oscar, we will remember you always. I'm sorry I left you behind at the vets, you must know now it was because we loved you to much to leave you in pain. Always in our hearts,
Your Loving Family

special friend who was very loved and gave back so much more in his life on earth . Oscar you will hold a very special place in my heart that will be empty for a very long time I'll love you always

Mike & Sara Sillman

Oscar was (of our four) my special kitty. He used to sit on my shoulder as a kitten while I washed dishes. As he grew older he got to big for that; but later held high with his paws hanging over my shoulder was his favorite place to be. Oscar died a few days ago, as did one of our outside stray kitty's (the ones that just show up and become your kittys) because they were poisoned. Our vet thinks it is suspicious that two cats could come into contact with poison without it being deliberate. I miss him very much. While planting my spring flowers, he would always come and sit in the middle of what I was doing. But, today he wasn't there for me to shew away. I appreciate having a place to say all this, as I loved him and will miss him always. Thank you.

Cari Fanucchi

Oscar was one of the sweetest, most gentle and loving cats that I've ever known. Although I only got to spend three short years with him, I'm so grateful for the time we had together. I love and miss everything about him especially his sweet handsome face, his big feet, his "nubby" tail and his round tummy. I miss snuggling and sleeping with him, his little "trill" greetings and his sleeping on his back -- which always cracked me up. But what I miss most of all is his special loving spirit that I was so lucky to have known. I hope and pray that Oscars is at the Rainbow Bridge healthy and happy--eating good food, playing and sleeping in the sun. I loved him from the first moment I saw him -- until forever. I can't wait until the day when I can see him again.

Susan Casella

The most loving friend I have ever known. Goodnight my son Sleep Well.

Cheryl Swartout

Oscar you were a very special boy who came to us to help us and Miranda overcome our grief of losing Ted. You were perfect with your gorgeous big white feet and fluffy ruff. We love you with all our hearts and miss you dearly.

Amanda Grey

To Oscar Maree':
Before I brought you home I told your mommie's owner to call you Oscar. And she did. I was so excited when I brought you home. You knew your name. I remember when I took you to work in a Victoria Secret's page and everyone was dotting over you in the courthouse. You were such a good baby and you knew how to act in public. You were first little puppy. I will never forget each time you would take something and run, then set it by my feet while looking up at me. Then when your sister, Terry came home, oh how you took to her. Terry and you had a special understanding and the game of tag. You would look up look for Terry whenever, I said go find Terry. And your Joi cat loved you even though she would hit you at times. Oh! Oscar we will always miss you. But I will never stop walking in the door saying, "Oscar". Love your mommie.

To my beloved Oscar who asked for nothing but to be loved. Who was always there and gave my life more than he will ever know. I will miss you terribly. Rest in peace little one.

Kathie Valasek

Oski was a gentle soul who just wanted to love and be loved. Our first dog who we rescued after being abandoned.

Stellie was scared of everything after being mistreated but was greatly loved for her sweet nature

Ollie was just naughty! He made us laugh a lot and also brought on tears of frustration at times

All greatly loved and missed. We hope they're waiting for us over the Bridge.

Alison Weeks

Please pray for me....I am very distraught over seeing my cat for the last time 1 week ago today. He was supposed to be going to a vet school today to try to figure out why he was so ill...but he passed away last Tuesday. I miss him very much.

Andrea Townsend

I miss you everyday my little kitty bear...gone in the hills of south central montana near Birney, Mt.
Please know that I love you Oso and one day we will be together again. I sorry I left you there. I had no choice in the matter. I miss you and I love you.
Your daddy...James

Never was a cat more dutiful about guarding his yard; or more resilient to his illness or sweeter of nature to his mom. His life would be considered hard by some, but I doubt that Othello would have agreed. He would have said he was the luckiest stray in the world.

Linda Sue

A living angel who was my constant companion for almost 15 years. She was my muse and my spirit guide come to earth to love and inspire me. The best behaved, most understanding companion one could ever hope to have. I will miss her and love her for the rest of my life.

Bev Paulan

Otis was my best friend. He was my baby and the light of m life. Not a minute goes bye that I don't think of the fun things we did together, I now have a rescue Flower she is back not fawn and very petite compared to you large buldoggy frames and she has some hangups but I love her lots. I know it wont be long before I join you and then Sally will take care of Flower till she joins us. Mommys wearing out but you and Flower give me a reason to fight for life. I love you babies more than I can ever saaay. Hugs and Kisses to you Otis. Mommy is coming to the bridge soon HUGS< KISSES< MOMMY and Flower

He was a wild thing. Lived happily and played hard. Faithful companion. Will dearly miss his silly ways and cute face. He was taken from us far too soon. Irreplaceable and never to be forgotten.

Karen and Bob Wells

Otis
4/86 to 9/26/99

In Memory of our Otis, who was ushered gently to The Bridge yesterday

His papers said he was a Border Collie
But to look at him, you'd think that folly
His hair was too short and his rump too round
The doc said his mom a Lab must have found.

But there on the farm that first spring day
When his brothers and sisters romped away
Otis turned to two little boys and ran their way
And thus it was, he came to stay.

And over the next thirteen years:
Secrets were whispered into flopped-over ears
His too-short fur absorbed their tears
His too-big presence calmed their fears

And when backyard camping under the stars
Gave way to high school, girls and cars
Otis was there, though his muzzle was gray
When the car wouldn't run or the girl went away.

He waited with mom when they were out on a date
And the roads were bad and the hour grew late.
And no matter how long he might have to wait
He never slept well till we knew their fate

Then well past the age where he could jump on the bed
He'd lay guarding their door from the hall instead
And sleep so soundly his people had to tread
Carefully over that too-big head.

But yesterday, brushing that too round rump
We found an ominous, angry lump
Sending us rushing to the vet across town
Who came from her lab, wearing a frown.

For her slides revealed a fast spreading cancer
And sadly we knew there was only one answer
One last whisper in the flopped over ear
One last lick to remove a tear

And his boys who had grown, to be young men
Said a quiet goodbye to their oldest friend
As he made his way over The Bridge and then
They carried their puppy home again

And their patient old friend who never looked away
Since first he chose them that long ago day
Was laid to rest in the yard where they used to play
At home in their hearts, forever to stay

He'll never be remembered as a Border Collie
For based on looks, he was a breeder's folly
But for what it takes to raise, boys to be men
Otis set the standard for a perfect specimen

Sadly Missed by His Humans
Ben & Stephen
Laurel & Mike

I lost a very special member of my family this week, and this tribute is written to celebrate the memories he left with us. His name was Otis, an orange and white cat whom we jokingly referred to as Otis "L.T." (Little Tail) Williams because he was an excessive groomer and sometimes licked much of the fur from the base of his tail. He was adopted from the pet store across the street on Cat Adoption Day many years ago and quickly became the unique feline we came to love. I didn't know just how much until he was gone. One of his favorite spots was the clothes dryer just after it quit drying a load of clothes. He would crawl in and look at me with that little face that said, "please go about your business and let me enjoy this for a few minutes". I usually did........ One of his special traits was waiting until supper was on the table and then, without warning, jumping up on the table and just sitting quietly near the end, not bothering anything, but watching us eat in companionable silence. We usually let him stay. Two years ago my daughter adopted a stray kitten from band camp that was starving. Otis and she quickly became close friends. Sable loved to curl up next to Otis and could often be found with her little paws around him. Otis, you were the most special cat I have ever had and if there was anything in the world in my power to have saved your I would have. Please know that I will never forget you and we miss you terribly. Perhaps Baby and Prissy are showing you the ropes at the Rainbow Bridge. With love and sorrow for my beloved Otis, Sharon

My Kitty

Gloria B. Lane

Of dearest Otto

My mother-in-law called him our smoochie-pooch. He was gentle, sweet and loved us without reservation. I soon began to call him Mr. Otto and the name stuck, as he became the elder statesman of our canine world. Everyone loved Mr. Otto.

When the cancer came we tried so many things to save him while maintaining his quality of life. When the day came that we could do no more for him and that he would soon begin to hurt, I sent him to God. It was surely God's hand at work, for my own feeble will would not let me part with my friend. I hurt then, I hurt now... I will hurt until the day I'm with him again.

He was a wonderful companion and friend. He walked with me for over 13 years. He is sorely missed. He was an inspiration to me at the end...no self-pity...no bitterness...just love for his family. He soldiered on to the end, doing his very best to show love for us all. Would that I meet my last days wit the same courage.

When I finally took him to see our friend, our vet, for the last time, I stayed with him until he fell asleep. I held him and sang from a church song.....

"Be not afraid
I go before you always,
Come follow me and I will give you rest"../font>