Year 2008 Tributes

For pet names beginning with "O".

Until we meet again sweet boy.
Huggies and loves to you, Raven, Libby, TJ, Chester, Brady and Gabby.

"You have gone ahead and nothing is the same, but you have left paw prints on my heart that will always remain."
- Tibetan Proverb from Prayers on the Wind

Mommy loves you my sweet boy, with all of her heart!!
There isn't a day that goes by, that I don't think about you!!
I miss you so much it hurts!!!

Tawny Tamura

My Boo Bears, I miss you so much. Life is not the same and never will be until we meet again. Your sister is with you now. Love her while Mommy is not there. You were a strong, tough girl. Mommy is so proud of you. You are missed so much and thought of everyday. I love you forever.

Sue Mizejewski

Little oats passed away friday and i miss him terribly. He was my best buddy. He loved sitting on my lap and laying his head on my knee. he had lots of spunk and would let you know when he'd had enough petting. He also loved watching baseball with me.He was curios and frendly. See you in heaven baby.

Don

Oatmeal was a great pug. He had such a fun loving personality and an amazing spirit. Everyone loved him very much because he was so friendly and lovable. We will miss him greatly.

Katie Hughes

I just miss him so much.
I wish I could have him in my arms again.

Tabbetha Perry

Obi Was brought to us after he had lost his fellow mom and he was with his other brother and sisters when i choose him there was something special about him and thats why i still do dearly love my obi from when we raised him from 3 days old till when he was tearing about snatching food from the kitchen even if he did have a little wild in him he always made us smile , laugh , and occasionaly shout for sneeking of with one of our chicken wings obi i will miss you very much as you were like a son to me and a baby to mom , katie , kerry and i will be waiting for you mr obi wan kenobi

Jason & Catherine

Baby Boy, I love you and miss you so much. You were my best friend for twenty years and right now I can't stop crying over losing you. Thank you for all the love and understanding you gave me. You are one special cat, my baby guy. Love you, Obie, Obadiah, BoBo, Baby Guy, Obie-Wan, PoPo, Mommy's Boy. Life will not be the same without you. Thanks for choosing me and being with me - I will never forget you, Baby Guy. Love You. Say hi to David. Bye.

Mickie Hettema

Obie as she was known was a cutie.
All black with the face of a furr-lovable pet.
Short, all of 25lbs and a bit overweight at that.
One would say if a dog was a motocross junkie, Obie would be one.
I got her at ARF (Animal Rescue Fresno) 3 years ago.
Supposed to be a Corgy mix, but I took the cutie anyway.
She loved cars and trucks.
She would become mesmerized by the sound and run with all she could after them. Also, there was the sitting under them and much curiosity in smelling the tires.
We live in the country so there weren't many except the UPS, FEDEX, meter readers, etc.
Well, the chasing is what got her. She took a shortcut, instead of following the road.
I am so sorry Obie.
I never wanted to run over you.
In the 3 years we had together you had improved so much.
You got an actual doggie coat, got rid of ear and body fungus's, got muscle mass and loved to go on walks and tease me and the other animals.
Damn, Obie it was so hard to watch you die...peace be with you my little black honey....
We all loved you so much Obie.....you will be missed....for along time........

Lynn Rank

Obiwan was such a wonderful animal. We felt that he loved and protected us..especially my wife. He will be greatly missed.

Garth, Kim, Morgan, and Cort Adkins

OBIWAN KENOBI

May 22.1999 - Aug.14,2008

You, my dearest Bpxer boy were the sunshine of my life
Now the Sun has set
Never to rise again
Your loss weighs heavily on
My heart, my soul, my mind.

I struggle with every new day
To set my pain aside
Reasoning that there has been enough time
To grieve your passing
Only to experience the same sorrow again.

Obiwan, I miss you so........
You were truly a gift from God
You were my soul's daily tonic
Without you now I drift each day
Waiting, hoping, praying for peace.

Others too have helped their dear pets to sleep
Saying how at peace they must be, but
I am full of guilt and sorrow that we needed to
Help you gain that forever sleep
I ask forgiveness Obiwan, please forgive me
I who loved you most.

I can never forget you, my precious one
I only wish 'the force was greater within you'

Bozena

Eeckus misses you so very, very much. Not a day goes by that we don't think about you. We remember all the good times we had with you - the time went too quickly :-(

To some, 11 years is a long time. To me, it is just a blink of an eye and it seems that our time together was too short. This will be our first christmas in Perth without you - I wish you were still here my darling little boy.

Gone is your pain, my brave Obleena, I will always cherish the time that we had together.

Roxanne Read

There is not a day that goes by that I don't think about her. Nor a day when I don't shed a few tears. She will always be with me.I will never forget my beloved Obsidian.

June Booker

To my OC, my little kitty man, I will always love you.

Kelly

My Ocala, who I flew home from Ocala, Florida on August 9, 1997, (sheltered pup) was ran over by a truck on Friday, October 24, 2008.
We believe due to his age, his eyesight and hearing was getting bad by the day.
We believe he did not hear the truck, because he never would run in front of a car. Ocala always watched over me-as I did him.
He would wait outside the my horse arena until I finished riding my last horse, then would follow me into the barn, and wait until I went up to the house for the night.
He would then snuggle with me or next to me until morning.
I am torn and will be lost without him as he was always there for me and protected me.
Everyone could see how much we meant to eachother.
I am missing him.

Wendy Johnson

We will miss you and we love you. See you at the Rainbow Bridge.

Tamiko

It's been almost a year, dear Odessa Dolly. Please know we did everything we could, but could do no more; we had to send you to Heaven, even though too early, too early, Little Doll! You hadn't turned five yet, poor thing, and we never knew about the birth defect that caused your poor lungs to break down. It was our wedding anniversary, but I didn't care. I couldn't let you suffer so we could have an anniversary. I hope to God and all the Heavens I did enough for you, dear one. Please know I love you, to this day I miss my Dolly's silky fur and gentle meow. When you used to roll over and show me your belly, with your little tiny paws pulled up so i could pet it, it was like gold. How you learned to trust us! I hope I did not break that trust. We did not send you away to be free of the worry and care and expense. We did it for you, so you couldn't hurt any more. So you could be up there breathing free air and running with the angels. Please forgive me, dear Little Doll. It was just too soon. I love you. We'll both always love you.

Elizabeth & Louis Singh

Dear Odie, you will always be the best girl in the whole world to me. I miss you so much.

Paula Samuels

We love you so much Odie.
You will always be my basset boy.

Lorrie and Lee

i will always love you & miss you.

Mary

It's been a couple of year since we parted but your memory is still fresh in our minds. We remember that special meow that you had; it was like you had your own trump to play. How you would always use your paws to tap us when we would ignore you saying HEY YOU I’m here look at me. Sometimes we can still hear you in the house roaming and playing. We will always miss you and like the Rainbow poem says, we will meet again and happiness will again fill our hearts! We will always miss you and like the Rainbow poem says, we will meet again and happiness will again fill our hearts! You were Mike's companion for 7 years before we were joined as a family. You can’t know how much Mike misses you and always will. You were so sweet and accepting of Smokey & Bandit. You humbled yourself and let them know that it was their territory and begged to be allowed to share their area. You and Bandit became very close friends and towards the end Smokey even grew to love you. We still can’t bring ourselves to get another companion our hearts have not healed yet, not sure they ever will.

Mike & Linda Peters

Odin, my sweet, sweet soul.
We love you sooo much, and can't figure out what life will be like without you.
I held you in my arms today after you had left us. I did not want to let you go.
You were our protector to the end (poor guy who was trying to clean our carpets!)
Your kitty is already going crazy without you.
We all miss you so much, and you left us way too soon.
You did not deserve the nightmare you had to endure, but you did it the whole time with pure resolve.
You are a real inspiration.
Please say hi to Loki, Peeper, Jewel, Gypsy, Jasper, Bonnie, and the rest of the family's pack.
And especially the pack's shepherd, my brother Tim.
I look forward to seeing you at Rainbow Bridge.
Until then, enjoy your new health and have fun with our pack, whom, I believe, you will become the leader.
The champion of champions.
Good night my sweet love.
Until we meet again.
Love daddy and all your family and friends.

Dear Odin,
When you passed you took my soul.
When I looked into your deep copper eyes I could see the trust and love you had there for me.
I will always remember your gentleness with Cadence or any puppy that came across your path.
How you loved to be the party patrol and would greet us at the door with a toy in your mouth woofing a happy greeting.
I hope you are out of pain and romping the fields with Zephyr and your sister Callie, Minnie and Rebel and aunts Rosie and Chrissy.

Dianne Feinstein

OJ
We miss you so much, this house will not be the same without you here, our hearts will take a long time to heal. I know that one day me and daddy will get to see you again,until then we will always keep your memory alive, we will miss playing "mices" with you, and how you always would "cudle in with me and sleep" and just for the record "I'm it !!!!
we love you with ALL of our heart and will NEVER forget you our little baby J....
Love Forever,
Momma & Poppyseed

Oki was a truely special dog.
He served as a therapy dog, making visits weekly to make others smile.
He served his community and his breed showing everyone just what a Rottweiler truely was and could be, a true hero.
He was my baby and love of my life.
I will miss him with all my heart.
I love you my boy.

Kathy Worcester

Okie:

My time with you was short but the impact you made on my life was forever.
I love you and I miss you terribly.

Please wait for me at the bridge. I will never forget you!

Hugs, Kisses and Belly Rubs,

Your Human Mom,
MJ

A gentle soul and loyal friend.

Sonja & Jim

See you soon my best friend.
I miss you greatly. Your spot in my bed will never be taken.
You are healthy & whole now.
Play nice with Lucky, Boo, Chloe, Daisy, Emily & Dinky.
I love you all, wait for me.

Carol Fulton

I sure hope he's in a better place becaus I always thought the best place for him to be at was with me

Chris Thiel

Our best friend and companion gave us many years of unconditional love and pleasure.
We mourn him as we remember all the wonderful times we had with him and the great fun he brought into our lives.

June

My beloved Oliva so very special.
She was so very full of love.
She only wanted to give kisses and have her belly scratched.
How I miss you - I can't go a day without thinking of you!
You were more than a pet - you were a child of my heart.

Cindy Liedeke-Mitchell

Olive, you were the light of my days for 12 years - every day a new day, each walk brand new for you, even if it was in the same place. You were one of a kind, and will never be replaced. There will be more animals to help, but they will never be as unique, nutty, and as beautiful as you. I love you forever.

Denise Salles

Our family feels so blessed having had "Olive" come into our lives.
Rescuing her was one of the best things we every did.
We loved her and she loved us!

Degeyter

Sweet boy,
We miss you.....
You are now free of cancer.
We will see you again.
xoxo

Brian, Jodie and Kelsey and Kyle

I miss you every day and will miss you forever.
You can never be replaced.
I only hope the hole that is left in my heart will heal as time goes by.
Run peacefully in the meadows with your friends until we meet again.

Glenda Rasmussen

Our Sunshine you were and always will be the light of our lives.You made us so happy in SO many ways for so many years.You were our best friend,comforter and the most loyal of all.You know how much we miss you...life is just not the same with out you here.Memories of you will continue to
burn on in our hearts FOREVER. WE LOVE YOU OUR "DU"
Always,Mama & Dada
xoxoxxoxoxox

We have known Oliver most of his life but he has been "our dog", living in our home since early May.
He quickly became a part of our everyday lives, grabbing shoes, chewing up old socks and rushing to greet us at the door with whatever he could get his mouth on.
Sometimes it was "Dad's" cell phone, "Mom's" slipper or Peter's sneaker. He loved romping in his new back yard, moving only a month ago.
We feel lost without him and our hearts are broken.
It's hard to understand how quickly he became sick and left us, just short of two weeks. We are thankful to have had him in our lives and look forward to seeing him again at the Rainbow Bridge.

Sue, Pete and Peter Maggio

Our Dear Oliver,
We loved you so much it broke my heart when you had to move away. It breaks my heart today. I will never get to see you again. I will see you in the stars every night. You went with someone who loved you so very much too. Thank you, Sue,Pete,Peter,Matt and Melanie for loving our beautiful boy
Oliver I Will always love you.

Your 1st Mom

Michael and Cathy Grove

Oliver, we miss you! We know you're in a better place and that you're still the same hyper and
loving dog that you've always been. You have been with our family for so long and your spirit still surrounds us each day. We remmeber the places you would cuddle, how much you loved to go bye bye and all the times you made us smile. We're happy that your safe and content now, You are always being thought of!

Paredes Family

I would like to pray today to God that he let my beloved pitbull terrier, Oliver, know that I think about him everyday and I am so sorry that he is no longer with us. If it weren't for him, I wouldn't be here today. He was amazing companion, loyal friend, that holds a piece of my heart so big it could never be given to anyone else. I absolutely love him and think about him everyday. I really hope he knows that he was the most special thing that ever happened to me. Oliver, I absolutely love you.

Brooke Martin

My dear Oliver, you came to us with only a little time left.
Like so many kitties before you, you knew where you could get a meal and a lot of love.
Seems like once you were settled into the family, you started letting go.
I couldn't believe a grown cat could weigh only 6 pounds, then just before you went to Heaven, you were down to 4.7 pounds.
I couldn't let you suffer anymore, and I believe either way, you were getting ready to go, with or without our help.
You will find your grandma there, and Frankie and Oscar, although they were pretty naughty cats while they were here on earth.
Don't let them chase you around or pick on you.
They went to Heaven before their time, one murdered and one killed in an accident.
I will miss you and your funny way of meowing, "MWOW."
You are a good boy and I will always love you.

Judy

Our sweet loving boy.
The true definition of unconditional love. Our 13 years went by to quickly.
Play with Suzie, Onoe and Molly until we are all together again. You are in our hearts always.
XOXOXOXOXOOX

Judith & Albert Smith

Love you Ollie, keep booshie company We will never forget you, you will always be in my Heart!

Audra

OUR SWEET LOVING BOY.
GOD BLESS YOU.

Judith & Albert Smith

I am blessed to have had you in my life for 12 years.
I'm so sorry that horrible disease took you from me, I wish we had more time together to lay in the warm sun and cuddle under the warm quilt.
If I am lucky I'll see you again in Heaven someday and you can walk all over me with your wonderful tiny little siamesee feet.
I love you and I'll miss you always.

Becki

Little Oliver- best cat ever. My companion in the barn every morning. You talked to me, kept me company and made me laugh every day. When you got sick two months ago the surgery was supposed to take care of it. To see you suffering with the same problem again on Monday morning broke my heart- you should be running around after the birds not lying there in pain. I knew when Kim took you to the vet you would be coming home but no longer talking to me. I miss you every day.

Shirley Arndt

Dear Little Oliver, BabyFluff, you were already an angel but now God has officially given you your wings! Mommy and Daddy loved every minute of the time you took from Heaven to be with us and your big sister, Sasha.You were so faithful and gave us such love with your joyful spirit, your beautiful bright eyes and always happy little mouth.You loved to frisk around the yard, hop into the car for a ride or just lie quietly beside us---just so you were close was all that mattered. We miss you so much but you will always be tightly embraced to our hearts with a love that bears no separation.
Although we can no longer see you, little Oliver, we know you're close and we also know we will be united in love. We know you were joyfully greeted by your big brother Rusty and you guys are frolicking through the grass and flowers.We love you so much baby Olly, Mommy and Dad and Sashi

My gorgeous cat Ollie who was sadly taken from us by a cruel and rapid illness. My ginger cat was simply perfect for the 17 years that we had him i'll miss you everyday. I'll never forget your beautiful green eyes, giving me slow blinks just to tell me that you loved me, the sound of your bell when you wanted to tell me where you were. Sitting on the grass sleeping until the sun went down, hiding in brushes sleeping the afternoon away. Sleeping under my bed just to be near me. Waking me up at 3am in the morning just because you wanted me to stroke you. Lying on your back so i could touch your beautiful white soft belly. Your beautful fur coat that you liked me to brush for you everyday. You will be forever in my heart, i'll never forget you, touched my life in ways that i can't describe. I wish we could have been together forever. Until we meet again little gorgeous fella. Sleep well in cat heaven. All my love, your best friend, Lisa xxxxxxxxxx

10 years ago, Oliver found me.
He was only 4 months old, and didn't have a home.
It was love at first sight.
He was always healthy, until about 2 months ago, when he developed a tumor and glaucoma.
We tried everything, but to no avail.
He passed on the same day as my chow chow, 5 years ago to the day.
I know that Blackie will be there to meet him as he crosses the rainbow bridge, and someday we will all be together again.

Suzanne Dunham

Ollie Schmollie,
It's been 1 month since you have been gone and I am still not ready to let you go. Everyday there is a constant reminder of you which I am glad and sad.
My one and only wish is that you are happy and healthy and loving life.
I can't wait to see you again
With all my love,
Mommy

Ollie, our beloved boy -- you were with us for so short a time, but brought us so much joy and opened our eyes about how rich life can be, even when one is living with "special needs."
Thank you for sharing your life with us.
We love and miss you!

Sara Hall Phillips

Ollie was the best friend our family ever had.
He was there waiting for us for almost 16 years.
We know he is in a better place now, but as the tears fall, there is one truth---we will miss him.

Gail, Scott, Brooke and Matt

Dear Ollie, my first pussy cat, had from 5 weeks old, Now at peace and in no more pain. God bless always
Dad

Oliver is a member of our family who will be dearly missed.
We have been priveleged to know him and love him for 8.5 years.
He has dedicated his life to us and never left us feeling down.
He brought happiness and comfortness to us during good times and bad.
We will forever love him and miss him.
He was our buddy, our best friend and close member of our family.
Oliver, we love you.

John, Kimberly and Connor

There will never be another like you, my sweet boy.
I'll miss forever but I know I'll see you again.
Thanks for everything you gave to me.
You know how much you were loved.

Mary Ann Smith

In memory of a sweet neighbor cat.

Karen

For Oliver ... right up to his last playful, happy day, he was having a party!
I'm grateful he died peacefully in his sleep. oliversmother

Sweet tuxedo baby boy , we love you and miss you terribly. Please know we did all we could, and love you. Be a good boy, and i hope you are somewhere happy and playing.

Kelly and Lore Phillips

Oliver we miss you so much! I miss playing with you and I miss you doing the paw thing! That used to put me asleep within minutes. Marley and Lil Oompus miss you lots! I hope you are well and playing! We will all be a family together soon! Momma and Daddy love and miss you so much!

Oliver was seen from across the room at the Calgary SPCA cat room as soon as I walked in. He purred with his loud moter and rubbed up against my hand. The next thing I new was that he was my birthday present; so we share a birthday. Heloved almost everyone; dogs, cats, children and adults. We run a cat rescue, so his nickname soon became Uncle Ollie because he was so good with cats and kiitens brought in. Oliver had bladder crystal problems his whole life; I was told Maine Coons get them regularly. He loved to lay in boxes; ( the smaller the better) and adored cheeze. Ollie Bear had a pillow at the head of our bed where he would lay and reach out to touch my hair. In return I spent the nights with my fingers woven into his soft belly fur.

Abruptly my orange kitty lost 6-7 pounds over a 2 week period. Antibiotics were doing nothing; he cried out in pain alot and didn't use the litter box. Dr. Rhodes said that he had several lymphomas and his blood tests showed kidney and liver failure. So Saturday morning (January 12-2008 ), after a snack of cheese, he was put to sleep while curled up in a shoebox. Oliver's battle with cancer was short and brave, and the motoring purr that touched my heart was going strong right at the end.

Christine Dix

Dear Sweet Oliver...I hope you know how much you were loved and still are loved, it is so much more than we could ever express with words. When you adopted us to be your new family you brought such meaning to our lives. Your special way of talking to us and reaching out for us to scratch your head were like no other. You are a treasure that will be missed until the end of time.
We love you Oliver and miss you with all of our hearts.

Julie Patrick & Burt Hawkins

To our love Oliver, I hope Jake met you at heaven's gates, I hope you are busy playing and annoying Jakey like you were so good at doing! I can't stop crying knowing you are not here anymore but we never wanted you to suffer again. We love you Ollie xoxoxoxoxo

Marybeth and Jennifer

My sweet Oliver,

Mommy misses you both now and forever.
I can't stand life here without you.
Nothing is the same.
My heart is broken and not a thing in this life can fix it.
I love you for always.

Mommy

My dearest Ollie boy,

We all love you and miss you.19 years is a very long time.We are very lucky to have you with us sharing our happiness and challenges. You have to go on your travel. Be a good, honest, happy and healthy individual. We will meet again.

Mommy

Well little man, a whole year has passed & not one day has gone by without me thinking of you & missing you.
I close my eyes & feel you close to me, that is the only way that I can carry on.
Yesterday was very hard & I pray that you are happy & waiting for me to hold you close & keep you safe once again.
Night night little mouse, & please forgive me for sending you on your way, I did what I had to, to save you from any further pain although it was the hardest thing I have ever had to do.

Lisa Twist

You were so ill that we made the decision to end your pain you were loved and cherished and we talk about you often you have left a huge gap in our lives.

Nicky and Jamie Thomsett

My livvie cat was a sweet girl that I loved very much and will continue to love always.
I took care of her since she was a baby and we were together through thick and thin.
If she could hear me I would want her to know how much I love her and how I will always cherish her, and that I am so sorry for what happened to her.
I hope that she is in a better place, a place where she can eternally bask in the sunshine and eat the grass and chase mice.
Please GOD, watch over my livvie cat.

Amy Smith

Olivia Jacobs (Spitzaecker's Olivia)
11/05/99-02/25/08

Olivia, dear Olivia - you have our love FOREVER, Sweetheart!
You were the most AMAZING cat!!
Such a beautiful girl and a true soul mate to all of us!
We all miss seeing your beautiful face, hearing your trills and the thump, thump of your feet, seeing the little dance you did for your nightly ear rub, playing all those games you made up for us, and, of course, looking into those luminous eyes of yours!
And who will deliver the Mouse Chicken and the Sock Rat to us now?
(We'll hold them for you until later.)
But, we are comforted in knowing that as an angel-kitty you are with us always in spirit and that we will all see you later on the Rainbow Bridge!
Until that time, be well and have fun, Sweetie!
Love, hugs, and kisses always - from your family.

Marcia, Mike, Dain, & Vanny Jacobs

Olivia Noelle,

You were my first baby.
I learned how to care for something other than myself.
Just out of college, you and I were a team, making our way through the world. You stayed with me for 16 years - a long life for a cat.
I miss you.
I'm sorry you got so sick in the end.
I miss you sleeping next to me, your purring, the face-scratch you used to love,you eating your tuna,ice cream, or your favorite, corn-on-the-cob!
Livvy-girl, you are missed, even by Cody.
We love you.

Jennifer

Ollie,
We know you are in a better place.
We love you so much.
You came into our lives 6 years ago and became part of our family.
We thought we rescued you but we all know it was the other way around.
We love you and miss you and will never forget you.
You will always be our Ollie Dollie.

Love,
Mommie and your Buddy

We are heartbroken over the loss of our precious girl, Ollie. She brought so much joy to our lives. She was a fighter with a great will to live. We were blessed to have 12 1/2 years with this extraordinary girl and we will miss her terribly. The house feels empty without her. Our hearts are broken. We wonder when life will ever feel "normal" again. We know she is running free and swimming and rolling on her back and making lots of friends. But we would give anything to have her here with us again. We love you, dear girl. We were so lucky to have you.

Hillary Tullin & Alyssa Tullin

You will always and forever be in my heart Ollie-Boo Boo. I love you so much my sweet boy.

Joni Moore

You were my very best buddy.
You saw me through the illness and death of my hubby and through my cancer diagnosis and treatment.
Every single day you were happy to see and be with me and I was with you. We knew each other so well and had a special way of communicating.
The large tumor behind your stomach and the pain you were in made it clear that the most loving thing to do was to help end your suffering.
You are running free of pain and better off but I don't feel better off without you.
I feel overwhelmingly sad and broken hearted.
There will never be a dog and friend like you.
I loved you more than I can ever show and I will miss you until the day I see you again.
Thank you my baby boy.
Your mom

Ollie, I miss and love you so much; I know you're with my mom and all of my other dogs in heaven...I love you

Amanda

My little guy was a lucky surprise into my life. Rescued from a life of abandonment, he always looked at me with love in his eyes. Who knew a cat could be such a lovebug!
He was my little shadow and constant companion.
He greeted me in the morning and whenever I came home.
He loved for others to pet and play with him.
I hope his favorite feather toy is with him now.
I'll look forward to seeing him again in our next life.

Lou Powers

Ollie was my best friend and my baby.

Toni

Ollie was the "little prince at my ankle" since he was 5 weeks of age--that's how old he was when he was found by an animal control officer, brought into the shelter where I worked, I became his "foster" mom because everyone in the office saw how he looked at me (a look that didn't change for 6 years) & I ended up "flunking" as his "foster" mom & simply became his "mom".
He needed to be nutured back to health & the volunteers at the shelter assisted with this & are part of the reason I believe Ollie grew into the healthy, confident, joy-filled dog everyone loved--he wasn't just cute, he had a personality & heart that well-exceeded his full grown 15lb size!
The following is a copy of the email I sent announcing his untimely death to family & friends:

"Dear Friends,
It is with incomprehensible sorrow that I share that my little dog, Ollie (see attached picture), passed away on Monday.
He was only 6 years old.

The cause of his death was a puncture in his tummy from a fragment of bone from the beef bone I gave him (and my other dogs) on Sunday.
I’ve done this a “hundred” times before, but this time—like playing Russian roulette—one of the fragments fatally wounded him.

To say I am consumed with grief would be the understatement of the century!
He provided me with such comfort, peace & healing.
I “thought” he “just” had a tummy ache & went to work on Monday morning.
He died while I was gone.
My vet assures me that even if I had taken him in, there was very little chance he would have survived this injury.
But at least I could’ve helped his crossing to Rainbow Bridge be more comfortable & peaceful—at least I could’ve returned some of the comfort & peace he gave me.
Although he never cried or whined to let me know how much pain he was in, he did pant & shake at the same time—a sign of pain that I mistook for “discomfort”; he couldn’t get “settled” to go to sleep; he didn’t eat his breakfast.
I will be forever haunted by the “hind sight” video in my mind of our final night & morning together.

I am sharing this intensely personal grief in the hopes of making an effort to have his death _not_ be in vain.
Please talk to your vet & if you, like I, occasionally feed your dogs bones—of any kind—please reconsider your choice of “treat” & remember to _always_ pay attention to changes—even the small, seemingly inconsequential ones—in their behavior or patterns.
I took so much for granted & my little prince paid the ultimate price.

Although I understand God & time will heal & I believe he is with me in spirit, the absence of his presence will be something I will be endlessly searching for a way to forgive myself.

In Ollie’s honor,
Myshel"

To My Beloved Ollie (aka: Little Prince; Sir Licksalot; Mommy's Poppies; Ollie Pop; etc.), Thank you for all of the love, comfort, peace, healing & joy you gave me--and all those you met. Please forgive me & know you are missed more than words can describe. I & the rest of your pet family (Duke, Maggie, Johnnie, Pooh Bear & Pudgie) will do our best to carry on, though our home will never be the same.
We will find a way to honor & pay forward your legacy of love & joy. I love you, Poppie.
Mommy.

You filled the hole in your "Daddy's" heart only 6 years ago. Now it's leaking again. He misses you and is sad that you had to go. The boys are acting differently, we think they miss you, too. The evening howling celebrations miss your voice, and we find ourselves looking for you at the normal places. We're only happy knowing that you have no more shots, no more pokes and no more feeling lousy.
We love you.

Sue and Duane Bucheger

Ollie you gave us the best 2 years.
You will be missed Ollie our Littleman!
Always in our Hearts and Prayers!
We Love You Always, Mom and Dad

My sweet Olympia went home late last night/early this morning. Her mother KuULei Pikake was there to greet her, as were her brothers Mickey, Alex, & Stoli, as well as her predecessors Charlie, BJ & Shasta.
I know that she's in a warm, wonderful place surrounded by lots of love and catnip. She was my baby, my heart and I will miss her forever. I am trusting the knowledge that I will meet all of loved kitties again someday & what a wonderful reunion it will be. Olympia's sweet spirit is missed by all who knew and loved her. I am also sure that as she passed she welcomed another sweet kitty about to be born to give someone a lifetime of love and joy like I had. I LVOE YOU OLYMPIA INIKI LITTLE MISSY BUTTERCUP SOMETIMES KNOWN AS NELL and I WILL MISS YOU AND LOVE YOU FOREVER! Be at peace my sweet one.
XOXO & LOL,
your human mom Fredi

My Olyver, never just a cat, My Best Friend.
Oh how I miss you.

Tricia Blackburn

The love of my life..always there for me.
He passed before enduring any suffering, but I'm suffering now.
I miss him dearly and my heart is broken.

Marcie

Omar! Your are missed very much, my heart is so sad it aches. I'll see you on the other side. I LOVE YOU VERY MUCH
Your Human Mom Tina

To the most loving, gentle friend.
You have changed our lives forever. You will be in our hearts and memories always.

Bill and Beth Cartwright

Onda left me after 15 years. It's a long life for a dog, it's true, but it's never enough for who's left behind. She gave me enough time to become part of her, and her part of me, and now the feeling of emptiness is overwhelming. Life is not the same without her. If there is a Rainbow Bridge, I'll see you there, my little Onda. I'll look for you, and I hope you won't have forgotten about me, as I'll never forget about you! I love you!

Anna Rita

Jackie - I loved you so much.
You were such a fine boy.
I loved to get a kitty-cat kiss from you.
You were a joy to me.
I miss you so much.
You were my darling little dancer who loved his food so much.
I can't believe you're gone.
I looked and looked for you.
You were so sick, but you wouldn't let me help you.
You were a brave little fella.
My sweet little Jack.
I hope you have crossed the rainbow bridge and I hope that I can see you again some day.
You are still in my heart and I will think of you every day.
You were my favorite cat.
I gave the best of everything to you.

Jan Dillman

MY DEAREST ONO

HOW MY HEART ACHES FOR YOU I LOST YOUR MOMMIE BAMBI IN 06 THEN I LOST YOUR BROTHER MOE IN 07 AND NOW GODS ANGELS CAME FOR YOU MY GOD HOW MY LIFE FEELS SO EMPTY WITHOUT ALL OF YOUS I MISS YOUS GREETING ME AT THE DOOR OR TRIPPING OVER YOU 3 I STILL FIND MY SELF LIFTING MY LEGS OR WALKING AROUND YOUS I KNOW I STILL HAVE THE KITTIES AND BAILEY BUT YOU 3 WERE MY HEART AND MY SOUL YOUS WERE BORN IN MY HOUSE AND I HAD YOUS FOR 16 YEARS I CRY ALL THE TIME I ALWAYS FIND MYSELF TAKEN A DETOUR HOME BECAUSE I KNOW YOUS AREN'T. THERE IN MY HEART YOU 3 HOLD A SPECIAL PLACE THAT NO ONE COULD EVER HOLD MAY GOD ANGELS LOOK OVER YOUS LOVE MOMMIE AND SISSY LAUREN

Pets come into our lives when we need them the most.
They give us so much love and in return they are given the same love.
You brought so much love, laughter, and friendship to us and we will truely miss you.
You will always have a warm place in our hearts.

"Truly a girls best friend"

Lisa Bough

To my Baby Boy Onyx

I loved you for many years and you have brought us so much laughter, fun & joy.
I will miss you dearly and miss you sleeping at the foot of my bed and especially your kisses!

Love mommie & daddy.

I miss you boo bear.

Lynn Pilarski

You were such a joyous imp - I miss you Onyx

Kellie L

My sweet babygirl came into my life nearly by accident. She was one of a large litter that was being given away by friends. When I met her, she was six weeks old and meowed and made sure that I knew she had chosen me. Over the years, we shared many routines and rituals, she slept next to me each and every night, she played at fighting with me, she ran up and down the wood floors of one of my apartments just to hear the sound and then would slide at the end of the hall. Her illness was very unexpected as prior to her cancer she had not one sick day in all of her life. Less than three weeks after becoming ill, she peacefully slipped away while gazing into my eyes earlier today. I love her tremendously. There is a hole in my life already and I'm dreading the days to come without her. 15 years of seeing each other through ever trial, celebrating every success. There could have been no truer companion. I regret nothing about our years together except that they were over too soon. I love you babygirl. Always. My heart is broken, but yours is flying free.

Jenny Green

A true companion that I love like family.
She is terribly missed.
I will love her always.

Nikki Bowers

ONYX 2000-02/03/2008

Oh Onyx not you too!
I can’t take it, I’m so blue

You didn’t come in last night,
I worried with all my might.

The next morning I went looking for you out on our farm,
I couldn’t believe that I found you dead inside the barn.

You didn’t have a mark on you, so I don’t know why,
You went out to the barn and lay down to die.

I miss you so bad and so does your little BooBoo girl,
You are the only one she would lay down with to curl.

We are both lost without you near,
In both our hearts you were so dear.

Mary A Stewart

Thank you Bunny for being the best dog friend a girl could ever have. You helped me grow into a great person and a loving mother. I will always cherish our many years together! I love you very much.

Stephanie Davis

Onyx,

13 years ago you came into my life. You were so tiny, but had a HUGE heart. You helped me thru my abuse and I helped you with yours. You loved me unconditionally. Together with your "sister", Samantha, the 3 of us were inseperable. I watched you grow, get into mischief, chase squirrels, and love my grandchildren!

A few months ago, you got very sick and I tried to keep you from pain.
But, I know in the end, it was just too much for you to bear.
I prayed for God to take your pain away while you were at home and yesterday morning he did.
And....he gave me the greatest gift, to have you in my arms and be there with you.

Onyx, I loved you so much the day I you came into our lives and even more, the day you left.
I know, someday, we'll be with each other again, at the Rainbow Bridge. You will forever have a special place in my heart. I just wish my tears would stop!
Even tho I know you are now without pain, I miss you so much.
Please don't ever forget me, because I can never forget you!

I love you,
Mom (& Sami, too)
XOXO
PS: Please don't chase the squirrels too much! Or at least give them a head start!

My little angel is gone from me, Forever to watch over us.
I miss your little gentle nudge, and your always happy face.
I miss your stinky toes.
I hope you are running free of pain in a green field, run fast my little one, swim hard I will be with you again someday to cuddle your nose again and rub your soft velvet ears.
Know you are missed it's hard to be without you.
You were brave to the very end your sisters miss you too.
Mommy would have done anything to fix your hurt, I still wish you were hear with me.
Don't be sad my little Oobee Mommy will be okay just run and play I'll see you soon, and when my time comes I know you will be waiting for me with your bally and we will run and swim and cuddle you little nose and smell your stinky toes.
Forever loved and missed deeply.
I owe you my life little special girl I never said thank you enough I hope you knew How much you were loved.
always in my heart. Love Mommy

Oopie Chew

February 21, 1995 – July 16, 2008

“Puppy Boy” – this was one of the nicknames I had for my beloved companion of nearly 14 years.
He was and in my mind’s eye will always be a “puppy”.
The images of him sitting in the sun on the patio, tugging on a rope or another toy, riding with me in the car, sitting under the desk when I worked at the computer, sitting on the bathroom carpet as I took a shower – with his back to me, watchful and protective, or just sitting by my side while reading or watching TV – my heart is broken today as I share with you that Oopie died yesterday.

I’m grateful to Sandy and John for their love and attention of Oopie, and will forever be thankful that he was with Sandy when he had a heart attack late yesterday afternoon.
Oopie was spry and energetic to his last moment, and had just returned from one of his favorite things in all the world – a walk, when it was “his time.”

He’ll be missed very much for all the love he gave, all the joy he gave, his sweet temperament and his “puppy kisses”.
A large part of my heart is missing today . . .

Gail Ann Chew

Ooshi was a great friend and companion.
All who knew her lover her perky and quirky personality.
She will be missed.

Nancy Carillo

Thanks for all the laughs and friendship, buddy!

Thomas Family

You were such a loving kitty Opal. I will miss you, and Nanette and Foofy will miss you. I am sure Nanette will miss playing with you. You are loved and will be missed, sweetie. Thank you for the years of companionship.

Melanie Stevens

Opal Was full of energy and always greeted me by jumping up to lick my face. she died by sneaking out, and getting hit by a car. I will always remember her.

Samantha

Princess of Purr; my Black Satin Lady

Terrillyn A. Geer

Goodbye, sweetest girl.
You have no idea how much you did for me over the years.
I love you.

Jay Murray-Ruef

Opie was very simply the "Best Kitty in the World." He came into my life on my 33rd birthday as a birthday gift from my long-long-ago ex-fiance. He was my constant companion for 18 years. He has lived in NJ, IL, CA, TX & finds his final resting place in Las Vegas NV. He has been on an airplane 4 times and could have earned a free ticket if they had a frequent fly account for cats.
Opie was very simply the "Best Kitty in the World." He came into my life on my 33rd birthday as a birthday gift from my long-long-ago ex-fiancé. He was my constant companion for 18 years. He has lived in NJ, IL, CA, TX & finds his final resting place in Las Vegas NV. He has been on an airplane 4 times and could have earned a free ticket if they had a frequent fly account for cats.
He was a very large cat with a very big head. He had a strangely protruding "Jay Leno"? chin. He was always very loving and LOVED to be scratched behind his ears and to have his fur combed. He also loved to be sung to and I made up many "Opie songs" for him over the years. He died very peacefully in his sleep on the very day I am writing this. He did not suffer. Nor did he have to endure the physical decline that results in the need for euthanasia. His last day was as active as his first and I am very grateful for that. I will always love him and I will probably cry a lot over the next few days. There will never be another cat quite like him and I am honored to have known him during his long and, I hope, happy life. Goodbye my dear friend.

Tom & Kellie Kroplinski

Last September we lost our beloved Opie. Our hearts were broken in so many pieces that I don't know if we will ever be the same. Opie came into my life (Marti's) when he was so needed. We had moved to Virginia and our children and grandchildren were in Pennsylvania. I didn't handle it well. He became the light in my life, filling up the empty holes in my heart and keeping me company when I needed it most.
Opie knew our every need. He became Paul's best friend and he went everywhere we went. He loved the ocean-just as we did.
Last year he became so ill from diabetes that we could no longer kept him well. He was in pain but tried to hard not to let us know. The day came that he could not walk and was very confused. We knew that it was time to give him peace from the daily insulin shots and from the admissions to the vet hospital for treatments. He was tired.
We decided it was time to help him rest. He died surrounded by our love and the love of the vet's office were he was treated as one of there own. I can't write this without crying. Unconditional love always is what he gave us and he recieved in return. Opie, you are in heaven waiting for us just as you always did at the front door. We love you and always will. Your paw print rests on the shelf and in our hearts forever.

Paul and Martha Sheffer

Opossum, you are never truly gone, until you have been truly forgotten. I will never forget you. We will meet again soon. I will love you forever.

Linda

She found our heart, crawled in and never let go
Loved by all who knew her ...4 1/2 lbs of an angel

Frank and Peggy

A wonderful part of the family.
We miss you.

Lori Stepp

Opus was a wonderful rescue parrot whom we had for many years. He came to us frightened and cage bound and turned into a wonderful friend with 1000's of words to say to us. His favorite song to sing was, "Happy Birthday" He had a stroke this afternoon. I held him in my arms and sang, "Happy Birthday" and our wonderful friend took flight to Rainbow Bridge.

Goodbye Opus, you will be missed. All of our other babies will be there to greet you. Use your wonderful voice and tell them how much they are loved and missed. You my dear friend will be remembered always, you were one of a kind. We ADORE you.

Love, Your Forever Family

To our buddy Opus.
We miss you greatly and will always remember you.
We love you so very much!
Hoping you meet up with your long, lost friend Meow Meow.

Maggie, Mike, Ian & Cassidy Odenbrett

Oran I will never, ever forget you. You were my best friend; a companion that was always there ready with a pat and a purr. I find myself still looking for you all the time.
You were taken from me so quickly that I still can't believe you're gone.
Know that I love you very much and hope that you'll be happy while you wait for me at the Rainbow Bridge.

Kris Kennedy

Orange, you will be sorely missed by both of us. You
went with us on so many moves, and took to it on your own special way. I will miss you following me in the mornings when I would get ready for work and how you would sit on my lap when I would check my emails. We love you, and we know you are at peace.

Sherri Connelly

Orange was the most unique little friend ever.
He was overflowing with personality, and was always always happy, regardless of his chronic health problems he had most of his life.
Always meeting us at the door, always talking to us, always wanting outside, always happy to go see his human grandparents for a vacation (even though the car ride wasn't his favorite thing to do) and always happy to meet another animal friend...he didn't know an enemy.
Anyone that met Orange remembered what a special cat he was. He will be missed more than words can say, and he will never be forgotten.

Ally Goddard and Jim Garner

On behalf of the Gleeson family, we would like to add our orange kitty to the rainbow bridge. He came from an abandoned home, found by a man whose heart beats for helpless animals. A man that raised his own kids to care for and always respect the furry people.Always named orange kitty because he simply was our orange kitty. He was at least 20 years when he passed quietly in his sleep after a family Christmas and many bowls of turkey and so many gentle kisses. He will find Willie and Max and play in the sun until we come to meet them. He is loved and truly missed even by Carol who secretly adored him. Goodbye orange kitty, get those mouses for Grandpa.

Gleeson Family

We miss him so much and he's only been gone a few hours. My heart is broken. He was my sweet orangee
Love you forever love you for always orangepeel.

Susan, Dan, Nikyla, Justin

these two little girls were inseperable! born in a litter of three, Galaxy and Orbit lived the 5 months of thier lives happily with thier mum, and "aunty" Hermiony (also passed over raibow bridge) they loved carrots and celery and were amazing little girls they sadly died a day after another which shows these two girls really were inseperable!

Mary Harding

My dear precious Orca, I will miss you so much. We were together for 15 and a half years through many good times and bad. We saw the best and worst of each other. In the end I had to make the difficult choice to end your life. I hope you are now in a place where your body can keep up with your spirit and desires, where the sun always shines, and you can enjoy the fresh air, birds, grass, and running and playing with new friends. I'll miss you until I see you again. I love you more than anything in the world and you will never leave my heart. Love, Mom

Rest in peace my beautiful baby girl,now that you are with your beloved Callie.Love you so much and always will.End of an era.

Lorraine Gardiner

I am so sorry I didn't play with you as much a other days the day before you died.
I am so sorry Tuxy and you got into a fight, killing you.
You were
always shy, like me, bu you were always friendly towards me.

Jackie

Oreo was my sweet puppy, and even if my whole family thought I didn't love him, I still love my sweet puppy. I love you, Oreo.

Sierra Hascall

I love you, Oreo, we all do. Oreo was such a wonderful cat. My parents had him before I was born. He's been my buddy my whole life. I'll miss him so much. He was the only cat I've ever known to eat ice cream and spaghetti. It was his time to go, however. Goodbye, my little Oreo.

Love, Your Sister Gwen

Oreo, I miss you so.
I know that they said you "wouldn't grow to be old" and you beat their expectations by four years, but we still didn't get the chance to grow old together.

Oreo, I love you so.
Your broken heart finally giving out has left MY heart broken.
The hole that's there will never be filled by another.

Oreo-boy, Pumpkin and I look forward to seeing you at the Bridge someday.
Goodbye for now, my love.

Carol

Oreo was the best friend a family could ask for. We will miss you, but you are always in our hearts.

Unconditional love was always in his heart even at the end. We loved him so much. We will always be with you Oreo.

Love
Mike,Viv and Eric

Dear Oreo,

Travis and I were so lucky to have you come into our lives when you did.
When we went to the shelter that day to get the original dog we picked out, I had to look one more time at the other dogs there.
That's when I rounded the corner and found you.
I knew at that moment that I had to take you home with me.
You helped me through my first deployment when daddy left.
You slept with me every night and comforted me when I was scared about being alone.
I looked forward to coming home from work and seeing your beautiful face.
I hope you are looking down on us, especially your brother Rocky who has a new puppy friend to play with at the house.
She is terrorizing him JUST like he did with you when he was a puppy.
I know you are glad that he is getting some pay back.
Well I better wrap this up.
Know that we are thinking about you every day and miss you terribly.

Love you!!

Carrie

To Oreo, my first dog as a young adult. You brought so many smiles to Grandma, Grandpaw,Cary,Maryellen and Matty and Eric and Me. You raised all the cats like they were your own puppies. I enjoyed watching you have fun,sharing ice cream with you,chasing the ducks, and most of all when you licked my face. I know you will be in a happier place where you can run and be free. I love you with all my heart.Tango,Salsa,Kentucky,Jasmin,Noel and Sarah miss you already. I love you my beautiful baby dogter.

Hope Stogello

Oh dearest Oreo, you have been the "bestest kitty" in the whole world for 18 years.
We will miss you so much.

We remember when you were a kitten, and fell asleep waiting for the slow bug to crawl across the basement floor to get to you.

We remember how you would tear up the stairs to the bedroom and leap in the air onto the bed... and then one day we moved the bed.
Sorry, we should have warned you but that was the best look of surprise I have ever seen!

We still laugh over how Daddy told you not to sleep on the tablecloth on the dining room table... so you slept on a placemat instead.

Thank you so much for the gift of dying at home in our arms. It was so hard to let you go, but so peaceful to see you leave.

You will forever be in our hearts.
Give our love to Biscuit and Toes at the Rainbow Bridge.
We will miss you and see you again someday.

Love,
Mommy, Daddy, Carolyn, Cheddar and Tater.

P.S.
Oreo, if you see my daddy in heaven, please cuddle him for me.
Tell him I miss him.
Love you forever my very special "double stuff" kitty. - Mommy

Oreo,
My first loverboy pup, I cared for him so much. He pulled me out of my depression from Hongo's death. I thank him for that now. He was my hero, and now is my angel.
He was my very first puppy, and I miss him so much.

Sierra Hascall

we miss you little girl you are always in my heart

Jen

Oreo you were so loyal and loved and we miss terribly. You were always there for us in good times and bad and we were there for you in the good times and in your final peaceful moments. We will see you at Rainbow Bridge. We'll be looking for you. Mom and Dad.

OUR BEAUTIFUL CAT OREO PASSED AWAY TODAY.
WE WERE SO FORTUNATE TO HAVE HIM IN OUR LIVES, EVEN IF ONLY FOR A COUPLE OF YEARS.
HE FOLLOWED US AROUND, CAME WHEN YOU CALLED AND SHOWED AFFECTION TO ANYONE THAT CAME TO OUR HOME. HE PURRED SO LOUDLY WHEN HE ARRIVED ONE COULD HEAR IT FROM ACROSS THE ROOM. WHEN I PICKED HIM UP I COULD FEEL HIS ARMS REACH AROUND MY NECK AS IF TO HUG AND JUST HANG ON. HE MADE A CAT LOVER OUT OF MARTIN WHO PREVIOuSLY DID NOT LOVE CATS AND REMAINED AT HIS SIDE WHEN HE WAS FEELING BLUE. THIS CREATURE FROM HEAVEN HAS RETURNED THERE TO
RECHARGE AND PREPARE TO BLESS OTHER FORTUNATE SOULS IN THE FUTURES. WE LOVE YOU OREO.

Van

Oh, my little Goreo, where does Momma begin? You held my heart in the palm of your paw since the first time I laid eyes on you. I didn't even want another dog. But when I saw those sad little eyes I couldn't resist. You were a joy from day one. All the times you made me mad getting dirty and I would have to re-bathe you. I would give anything to bathe you again. Such a good boy with so much love to give. I wish everyone who thinks pit bulls are vicious could have met you. You who ran under my legs at the vet when another dog tried to attack you. The guilt I have felt since you have been gone has been almost debilitating at times. You know I didn't mean to forget about you in the car, but you were always so quiet and patient and I had so much on my mind on that horrible day. It was so hard to tell the rest of the family that it was my fault you were gone. If I could change it, I would do anything. But maybe it will help some other people who are grieving for their babies to know that they are not alone and that their babies forgive them for horrible mistakes they might have made. I hope you remember how much momma loves you and misses your kisses. Tell your brother I miss him too and your sister. I will see you at Rainbow Bridge. I can't wait! All my love, Mommy.

To my sweet Oreo,

My Oreo went to be with the angels on August 16, 2008. I had her since she was 3 months old. She was the sweetest dalmatian ever. Letting Oreo go was clearly the hardest thing I had to do to date but knew it was the best for her. She could no longer walk up a flight of stairs. I graciously carried her for 11 days until we said goodbye. She gave me so much joy and unconditional love each day. I miss our walks together and miss seeing her happy face when coming home from work. She will always remain in my heart and soul. Mama will see you one day Oreo.

Love and Kisses, Mama

Oreo you will be missed so very much by all of us. I loved you so much and my heart is broken. I hope that you are at peace with God. You became a perfect dog.

Sandra

To my sweet Oreo,

My hope is that you are playing with other dogs and chasing those squirrels.
Mama misses you. You will forever remain in my heart and soul. We will be together one day.

Mary Alice

Goodby Diselle Engeinne (Oreo).
Today Oreo is to leave this earth for Neverneverland somewhere over the rainbow,
where Puff,Squatch,Muffin,Fluff,Quincy,Lynx,Misty,Sunny,Phacelia,Machen and many other of our furry companions will be waiting for her.
Her cystic disease finally won and she was in kidney failure doomed to dialysis in a strange place around people she didn't know and trust.
Dave and I have chosen what we hope is the better.
We will give her freedom from her pain today at 4:30PM. Please send special feelings with her.
She is a very special cat.

Nancy Whiton Goldberg

As I sit here and type the tears are falling.
You were taken from us to young and no matter what your flaws were, we loved you very much and will miss you.
We will meet again my friend.

Kim Kay

Oreo was our little boy Shih Tzu.
He was such a joy.
He made us very happy.
We miss him terribly.
God please help us heal.
God Bless Oreo!!!!

Sara Berglund

I lost Oreo suddenly to heart disease - she was diagnosed and within 2 weeks succumbed to her illness.
Her nickname was "Boss."
She stood her ground with two big dogs on a daily basis.
I miss her terribly and wish I had more time with her.
She will be remembered forever.

Brooke Cassidy

Oreo was given to us along with his sister by a friend of ours.
They were both black with a touch of white on their chest and beautiful green eyes.
His sister was killed by a car and we never found out who did it.
She only lived a short time.
Oreo was a ham; very loving and affectionate.
He was my husband's cat, who, by the way named him.
He was a lap cat but he still liked to roam.
He was killed by a car while crossing the road.
He was only 3 when he passed from this life, but oh, how we miss him.
We love you, Oreo!!!

Dean and Cathy Ray

Oreo
My big boy and 1st grandog /i will always, always love you.How lucky were your mom and dad to bring you from across the world for all of us to know and love you .
I will see you some day at the bridge that my sweet you can be sure look for grandmom
all the muches 4 evr n evr

Linda DeLape

she brought joy when i had none.
when i first saw her she knew before me and looked into my eye's and meowed and i knew.

Tony Harris

My dearest Ore (Oreo),

You have been the one constant in my life.
You were there when I graduated college the first time, moved from Peoria to Bloomington to Peoria and then finally Kankakee.
You saw me through boyfriends, jobs, going back to school and finally landing my current job as a nurse.
You stayed with me until I was married and had a family.

I love you with all of my heart.
It was hard to see you go, but I know you are waiting for me by the rainbow bridge...

I love you with all of my heart!!!
Mommy Mellody

Ddearest Oreo, I am sorry for the life that was thrust upon you.
I hope you know that I loved you even though you were not mine.
Please know it was my hope that they would fix you up today and I would bring you home. I knew under that matted fur and cuts and scrapes you were a big mush that loved and trusted me.
You were one of the sweetest cats I had ever known and I hate that someone discarded you and hurt you.
Please know I wanted to be with you when you crossed but I was not allowed.
I can only rest knowing that you will no longer be hungry, ill nor the victim of cruelty.
I promise we will see each other again...I love you sweet boy.

Monique L'Italien

Oreo was one of the most people-oriented cats I have ever known.
He loved nothing more than to be in the middle of the action.
When our boys would play wiffle ball in the yard, Oreo would lay down on first base, having learned that someone would have to literally 'come running' to him there!
He was incredibly strong and healthy for almost 15 years, but he died of cancer within a few weeks of diagnosis.
He spent his last weeks being spoiled rotten, being carried everywhere, sleeping with the kids every night, and eating whatever he wanted, whenever he wanted. Rest easy, Oreo. Be happy, and find your other pet buddies that have gone before.

Carolyn, Dan, James and Jerry

I adopted Oreo in 1996 from a veternarian. She had been dropped off to get declawed and never picked up. Being that she was not a kitten, it was not easy to find her a home.
From that day up until Sunday, Oreo had been with me through all of my lifes ups and downs and was definitely a little survivor. She was like a little angel sent to watch over me and protect me from making poor life altering decisions. This proved evident when she started urinating on things that I used often. It was not a coincidence, but a mere sign that she was far wiser than any feline I've ever come across.
Oreo is missed by me, my other 2 cats, and all that came to know and love her over the years.

Tamar Hirsch

She was a wonderful girl who will be sadly missed.
She brought many years of happiness to the whole family...

Kim

In the short time we had Derg, she brought us joy and laughter.
Always available for good head rub, always the first cat to jump up to the food bowl, always the first cat to put our dog, Murdoch, in his place.
Sweet, but independent, she had an entertaining disposition. As our oldest child put it "Derg is perfect".
We miss her and loved her dearly.
Rest in peace, Dergalicious.

Kelly Johnson and Family

I loved you so much.
My heart is breaking and we feel so lonly without you. Im so sorry I couldnt find a way to make you better.
I will never have another friend or son like you. My heart will hurt forever.

Melissa Billy

My beloed birdie.
I love you with all my heart.
I will never ever forget you.
You were so sweet and I miss your chirping especially in the mornings when you used to wake us up and in the middle of the day when I come home for lunch.
Remember that I love you with all my heart.
Thank
you for coming into our lives.
A kiss and a hug until we see each other in the other world.
I LOVE YOU OREO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Gladys E. Solis

My Dear Beloved Oreo,
I just want to tell you that we miss you all the way to the top of our hearts, even your Tia Chita, she talks about you a lot. You were the best pet I have ever had. I'm telling you now, that no one can ever replace you, because you were so beatitful, sorry I meant handsome and extremlly fluffy and CUTE. I PROMISE THAT WEEEEEEEEEEEEEE including Tia, WILL NEVER FORGET YOU I PROMISE and you promise not to forget us also. I'M sorry you died when you were only a couple of months in our world but in your world your 4 years old which is still young. You will never leave my heart. You will always be right in front of my binder, no matter what, don't worry, Jesus is with you. We will see you in heaven, where you are right now and restart a new life with you, me, Tia and my mom I just really miss!!!!!! Well Bye, see you in the other world BYE!!!!!!!!!!I MISS YOU WHA WHA WHA WHA!!!!!!!!!

Sincerely,
your best human friend Lupita Abigail Solis

Lupita Solis

My baby, my friend, I miss you terribly and you went to soon.
I will miss you for eternity.

Sue Whipkey

Orion was a Great Pyrenees with a great big heart.
He was gentle and sweet, to know him is to love him.

Jennifer Reeves

You were the sweetest and most loving kitty.
Always purring no matter what.
Always patient and always kind.
I miss you so much.
I will never forget you and you will always be in my heart.

Susan Alfano

Big "O", We all will miss you greatly. You will always be remembered for being the most wonderful friend a young boy could have ever wanted.

Matthew, Lynn, Conner, and Mason Poster

Orion was a brilliant animal. He was unbelievably smart and loving. Always happy,trusting,and sweet. Even until the end he was happy just to see us walk through the door. We held him as he took his last breath. We miss him dearly, out hearts are broken,but, we know that he's in heaven at the foot of God.

Joseph and April Gillenwater

Tippi, you have left holes in our hearts bigger than the one you left in the back yard.
You were such a joy, how could I not sleep on the floor with you while you suffered your last few nights?
There is no more pain for you now. You were a precious gift we loved for the past eight years.

The McMillans

ORVILLE WAS
LOVING AND FAITHFUL LITTLE FRIEND HE JUST LIKE TO CHASE TIRES AND CROSS THE ROAD UNTIL TODAY WE LOVE HIM AND WILL MISS HIM DEARLY BUT I KNOW HE HAS CROSSED THE RAINBOW BRIDGE AND IS VERY HAPPY AND WILL MAKE A LOT OF FRIENDS VERY QUICKLY.

Sandra

To our Trolly-Man who will live in our hearts forever; my big white cat with a big black nose. We will always love you. We miss your big white puddin's. I still get the right one and Daddy gets the left one, right? We WILL see you again.

EV Voltura

Oscar,

You were the best friend anyone could ever have.
Not many understood your habits, but I did and will love you forever.

Anita

You were is pain so we had to give you peace.
You have us 13 years of the best you had to offer and you will always be apart of us.
The guilt we carry for making the decision to take
you to the vet to give you peace right now is to much to bear.
Oscar we love you,

Kay & Doug Anderson

See you at Rainbow Bridge.
We really miss you.
Love - Greg, Roxanne and Sabrina

Oscar was my best friend during the worst time of my life. He brought me joy when I felt sorrow, hope when I felt despair, courage when I felt weak and he was always there to greet me even after hours of being alone waiting for me to return. Because I was hospitalized at the time of his death, I was not there with him when he died. He was wonderful in every respect. I miss him every day.

Daniel Shea

Oscar for 11 years you have been my rock.
I never left home with out you being there are came back with out you waiting or us.
A cuddle bug
never was your style but, always a very strong presence in our life-a protector, confident, friend.
We marveled at your strength your intelligence, your ability to interpret all that was around you.
To understand, danger, sadness and fun.
You my friend never saw a leash, a fence, a barrier but, you never had the desire to leave your home no matter what laid in the woods or the fields beside you.
You loved and protected your home that is where you lived, died and where you lay now.
I thank you for taking it out of my hands I regret that I was not there but, I thank you for dying at home. Thank you for the 11 years and for being an old dog for such a very short time I could never have asked more from you than what you gave.
I wish I would have given you an extra five minutes tht morning but you passed as you lived with dignity and on your terms Sing with the angels.
Forever in our hearts and souls.
Love Us Love You Barb and Gordon

Darling Puppy, it was the hardest thing I have ever had to do - but I couldn't see you in pain. I miss you so much - the house is too quiet, the beach too empty. There may be other dogs, but there will never be another you - your Heart was as big as yourself. Go in peace my buddy. You will live always in my heart.

Noreen Tierney

Miss u my wee Oscar. I will never forget you x

Helen

This was a cat that used his good manners. Oscar was a wonderful father. He always greeted you at the door and went out of his way to make you feel better. It might have taken time for you get to know him, but it was always time well spent. Oscar died the same way he entered the world, swiftly and full of love and life. You will be missed, Oscar Kitty.

~Half the time the world is ending
Truth is I am done pretending

I never thought that I
Had anymore to give
You're pushing me so far
Here I am without you
Drink to all that we have lost
Mistakes we have made
Everything will change
But love remains the same~

Love,
Mom, Daddy, Brenna, Matthew
and your kids,
Pedro and Avalon

Oscar~ Loved Forever. You are free Little Man and Momma will never leave you.

Tamira and Wayne Sears

You were there with me through everything.
I could not have asked for a more perfect soul mate.
You will truely be missed by all and I will never forget you.
I love you with all my heart.

Tiffany Rice

Oscar, I can't believe it happened again, only 2 months after my beloved Frankie was murdered.
For both of you, I want you boys to know I will not rest til the horrible killer is punished.
He has his neighbors fooled, but not me.
When I first found you, you were the most pathetic thing I ever saw, but soon became a beautiful, fluffy kitty, who loved his catnip.
It was so funny to watch you swim around the living room whenever you had some, or the way you loved to be cheesed.
You were quite the hunter, keeping the mockingbirds agitated all the time.
I never had to worry about a mouse making it into the house.
And you were the cutest cat I'd ever seen, with a perpetual kitten face.
I think you knew it and like Frankie, exploited the hell out of it.
God, how I miss you two guys.
I barely make it thru each day, crying most of the time.
I will always love both of you.
It's not the same around here with out you guys.
All my love.

Judy

I adopted Oscar at the age of 6 weeks from the Humane Society. I went in looking for a kitten, when a little black paw stuck out a cage and hooked my jacket. I opened the door for a cuddle and was sunk, he came home September 20, 1995.
We have been a team ever since.
Named for the Sesame Street grouch Oscar because of his scowl like appearance and his curiosity for garbage cans as a kitten...
A curious lil man from day one, I can remember waking up to a kitten biting my nose, to recently a meow "good morning"
Oscar developed urinary crystals at a young age and required 2 back to back surgeries to remove them, the vet told me I'd be lucky if he saw 10. Well he saw 13 years and 3 weeks before going into cardiac arrest at the vets waiting to be sedated for a urinalysis (he didn't like the vets). I don't know why it happened and the shock is deep and heart breaking. I lost my best friend 2 days ago and I don't know what I am going to do without him. We lived with my Grandma in the country a few years and he loved it there. I know he is with her in heaven chasing dragon flies like he did before...
I am having him cremated and picked a gorgeous urn of an angel looking over a black cat (he was black even his nose and the pads on his paws) I will be able to pick him up next week... I am taking life one day at a time...but it isn't easy

Teresa Holloway

Oscar the Crazy Rat. What a sweetie you were. From the moment you came to me. He played like a puppy dog, he would attach my fingers and hold them in his very gently. He loved Cheyenne, his dog. She would come to me in the evening and bark at me for me to get him out of his cage and they would play in the bedroom. He'd run around and she would follow him and clank her teeth at him. He was never afraid of her. He was so much fun. As he grew old, he got sick. She still waited outside his cage for him to come out and play, only he didn't do much once he was out. Now, he's free from his pain and he's playing in heaven with Finnegan and Harold and Chicken Piggie and many others. What a crazy rat!! Sweetie pie till the moment he died. He loved his yogurt and cereal and ice cream and granola! We miss you and love you Oscar.

Kelly Wright

Oscar was my best friend and shadow for 8 years.
With him I discovered that true happiness was really very simple, a wet nose and 4 legs.
I miss him greatly and feel very lonely without him.
He will be as missed as he was loved.

Andrea Ritter

Oscar was a sweet little rat that loved to cuddle. He would sit on the couch with me and sleep all curled up or walk around out of curiosity.

He loved to lick fingers, which was the sweetest thing ever.

His favorite snack was strawberry yogurt drops. As soon as I grabbed the bag, he was up and ready for his treat.

Oscar was very smart and came when his name was called.

He will be missed very much. RIP little buddy. I love you.

Frances

Oscar - "My Boy"

You were the best dog ever! We love you and miss you terribly. I can't believe you are gone and we will not see you again. Each day is so painful.
The house is quiet and lonely.
You will always be with us and will never be forgotten. I hope you are happy, running, eating, barking, and playing. One day we will see each other again, but for now you will stay in our hearts.

Your family, Michelle, Rich, and Brandon

My Angel, Oscar, I will love and miss you forever, please take care of Milo in heaven.

JoAnne Halligan

Oscar was a wonderful cat who was rescued from a garbage can when he was very young and he went to many cat shows with me and showed in the Household Pet Category and took many first place ribbons and Regional Awards but he was always first, and foremost, my beloved buddy.
When I sat down, I could always count on Oscar to be there...he is now playing at the Rainbow Bridge but is missed so much by me every day...no one will ever take Oscar's place in my heart.

Jill

To my gorgeous Oscar, my Tuxedo cat and great companion,,, Rest in Peace

Bridget Schweisguth

We miss the white dog every day.
He was Ron's constant companion for Oscar's entire life.
His little liver just stopped working and he left us peacefully in December of 2006.
He was a calm and peaceful part of our lives for so many years. We think about him almost every day, and he will always be missed. We knew the white dog...

Liz and Ron Jackson

We adopted this little beagle in 1997...He brought with him an unconditional love to us...
He was loved by all who knew him....

Barbara & Bruce

I love you so much,you will always be with me. Sleep well my angel

Neil Hornby

Oscar,

I miss you so much Dude. You brought such joy, laughter and warmth to my life. You will always be dear to my heart.

Kathie

I will miss my "little puppy man" so very much. The unconditional love can never be replaced.

Heather Jenkins

Oscar you were a sweet little bunny, full of surprises...like turning out to be a girl. You lost your fight today, not even a year old. We love you so much and will treasure our memories of you. Your brother, Yadie, misses you, too. Please wait for us by the bridge. Be happy, run, and eat lots of hay. You are dancing now, in no pain, and will live in our hearts forever.

Erin

My beautiful happy and huge dog Oscar - you have left such a big empty void. I dreaded the day I would loose you and I am so sorry that I couldn't have been with you when you went. I love you forever and you will always be my daft puppy.X

Lisa Williams

Oscar was my mom and dad's Schnauzer.
He was a rescue and when they saved him, he was eating birds and drinking rainwater in a field behind their groomer's house.
He had 4 of the most wonderful, amazing years of living with mom and dad and today, they loved him enough to let him go. They chose to suffer so he wouldn't have to any longer. His illness was severe, swift and unexpected and our grieving is great.
He will be greatly missed by his people and by his fur-sister, Pepper.

Angie

You were taken away from me so suddenly.
You passed away quietly in your sleep.
The vet figures you had a bad heart.
You'd have never known it with how hard you played.
While you may have had just 4 short years on this earth, you lived every day to the fullest.
I want you to know that Simon took over your job of letting me know when your water bowl was low.
We will miss your antics (although Hannah won't miss you so much since you teased her).
I'm so glad we found you and enjoyed the time you gave us.
I hope you've found a cat tree to play on.
The one here will never be the same without you.
We will love you always.

Sandy Glanton

Oscar the pomeranian came to us by accident. My husband and I drove a semi truck and one day in Colorado, we saw this small animal running down the road. At first we thought the animal was a small fox but on drawing closer to the animal, we realized he was a dog. We picked him up in the middle of no where and he became one of our babies. We already had a small mix breed female with s her name was Ethle, we got her from our daughter.So now we have Oscar and Ethel who became trucking buddies. We came off the road and our babies stayed with us. Oscar had epilepsy. We had experience him having seizures while on the truck, I would hold him close until he settled down. He had on attack at the vet and she told us what he had. While on the truck Oscar would look into the mirror so he could see our reflection aand knew we were not far away. Both Oscar and Ethel were always near. In a thunder storm I would sit in the truck wtih them both as Ethel was afraid of storms.
Oscar being the first pomeranian we had gave us a love for that breed. Oscar you left behind a legacy for us the love of a pomeranian. We lost you one night when you took your final breath in you dads arms. He still cries when he sees your pictures. But Oscar due to you we adopted two more pomeranians who we kept for many years. Manny your brother is in these pages along with your sister Ethel. Ethel loved a small gray bear She felt it was her baby. I still have that bear Ethel and when i see it your memory is near. We lost Ethel a year after Oscar but your pictures are present in our minds and hearts. We love and miss "OUR TRUCKING BUDDIES' When we go on a trip I remember Ethel and how she would check out the room when we stop at a motel. And how you both loved PIZZA. We hope to see you soon again we love you guys.
MOM and DAD

My sweet boy, we buried you yesterday underneath the trees in your yard you loved so much. We see you everywhere, we still feel you. Daddy and I can't stop crying.

Your little sister, Candi Sue, keeps looking for you everywhere, she still smells you in the house and doesn't understand why you aren't there to run and play with her.

Thank you for filling such a void in our lives that we never even knew had.
Thank you for all the smiles you gave us, the times of play and laughter, the unconditional love.

Thank you for being the best dog ever, to the point that all who met you were amazed at how sweet and obedient you were.

Thank you for the parting "bark" you gave me as I lay wondering where you were.

We love you sweet boy, see you on the bridge.
Mommy

A much beloved friend that will be missed by all of my human family as well as the other fur babies in the household.He had a very good human Mother that loved and cared for him. He is also missed by his little friend of the dog variety Dagwood. Oscar has a friend in Goofball that is on the bridge waiting to greet him. We are just thankful that his passing was quick and suffering was not long.

Tracey Chambers

I rescued Oscar in Hanford California in February, 1997.
He was laying in a flower covered bush outside an antique shop. It was my 25th birthday and the best birthday gift I have ever received. The veterinarian in town estimated his age to be 1 year at the time of his rescue.
I searched for his owner, but he went unclaimed and I could not have been happier to have him living with me.
We made it legal when I named him Oscar and applied for his license through the county.
Oscar was a black and brindle pit mix and the most gentle, loyal, loving, friend I have ever had.
He was more than my best friend.
He was my soul mate.
When he died from a brain tumor, I experienced the most wretched physical and emotional pain.I am still grieving for my Oscar.
I am married.
I have 2 beautiful children and I am blessed.
However, the love I received from Oscar was utterly unconditional and pure.
I believe that such love can only be obtained through our pets and through God.
God's love radiated through Oscar, and it is this kind of love that I try to instill in my children and share with my husband.

Oscar's love.
God's love.

Kathryn Drobny

To our loving Ocsar, our hearts are breaking, but I know we see you again someday.

Moma & Daddy

Oscar was my baby,I have been disabled, homebound,for 6 years and he was with me day and night for almost 5 years. I miss him so much. The house is so quiet. I love him so much. I can't believe he is not coming back. I will be waiting for him at Rainbow Bridge, he loved when I rubbed his belly. xxooxxoomommmy

Oscar was my Forever Dog.
He came into my life when I was 20, and he was 8 weeks old.
My job reqired that we move a lot.
Much of the first half of his life, it was just the two of us.
He went everywhere with me, including a few plane rides in a soft pet carrier inside the plane with me.
He was always up for going on adventures, as well as snuggling in bed all day.

Oscar had the most expressive face.
Words were not necessary for him.
He communicated his thoughts and feelings quite well with a raised eyebrow or the smile on his face.
(He actually smiled!)
He never met an animal or person who was not going to be his new friend.
He won over every proclaimed non-dog human, usually resulting in several friends of ours getting Dachshunds as pets.

His passing has been the toughest thing for me to accept.
He always made it better when I was sad, but now he cannot.
He was an angel in weiner dog clothing.
He was larger than life, and lived his life with such joy and love.
He was pure love.
He was the example of living every moment of your life to the fullest.

Oscar, you touched many lives here on Earth.
You will be greatly missed, and never forgotten.

Sheri Hosale

Oscar was more than a pet. He was my little boy. He cried when I cried, he was happy when I was happy. He was Never more than 3 feet from me. He lived for me. He was my life. To me he could talk. I am grateful He died doing what he loved running free, leashes are for dogs, not my Oscie. It was a beautiful Spring day and he was loving walking with Mom. You will never be replaced Oscar I promised you that. I will again see you and we will sing my little buddy. Love mommy

i miss my angel boy.
be at peace

Gam Gam

he was very good dog he was mine baby i miss him very much

Shanell Mary Perez

Oskar passed away.
We are all in a state of shock, disbelief, and grief. We lost a loving and devoted friend.
We wont see him oskeer (run around the yard), make that squeaky Oskar meow when he greeted us, wrinkling his nose when he got a treat, having love sessions with my clothes.
He is buried in the yard by the cedar tree, one of his favorite spots.
The glitter and celebration of the holidays just dimmed for us.
Good-bye Oskar Oskeer, we miss you.

Jeff, Inna, and Kari Larsen

Oslo, I miss your beautiful, gentle and sweet personality. Your adorable "meow",gorgeous green eyes, and soft silky fur as you lay purring on my chest always comforted me so. May you rest in peace on Rainbow Bridge. I will meet you there one day. Love, "Mommy"

Holly Hoover

To the best dog a family could ever dream of having as part of their family.
We were the luckiest family in the world to have Oso join our family for the past eleven years.
He was the kindest, most loyal and sweetest 100 pounds you would ever hope to meet.
We will miss him more then words could begin to describe but have faith that one day we will meet again in Heaven.
Have a wonderful eating jumping and licking everybody in Heaven Big Os!
We love you!

Mary Kay, Gene and Kate Riddle

To our beloved Oso,

You brought 14 years of happiness to this family, you will be missed. But we hope that you will be in peace over the rainbow bridge.

Sandy Archila

Goodbye my friend, my ball of fluff. You were there when I needed you and now you have gone to a peaceful place. Your Mum and Dad will miss you.It is awfully quiet here now, but I know you will have lots of others to play with.
Farewell and have a good journey.
Love Mum.

Good bye my faithful friend.
Our time together will missed.

Kim Lupori

otis was the most caring dog ever.
he had so much personality.
when ever we had a baby pygmy goat that the mother would not care for we would bring it into the house. otis would become the surogate parent to the baby goat.
otis would sleep beside me in bed every night.
i really miss his snoring.
the last 6 months were hard for otis because he was completely blind & his hearing was failing.
he still gave me tons of kisses everyday.
i am just truly thankful that i was able to be there & to hold otis as he took his last breaths.
i am also thankful that he was not in pain.
otis was fine one hour before he passed.
he went quickly & peacefully.
you will forever be in my heart.
you will be missed forever.

Michelle Knotts

I miss my bubba very much.
I have never dealt with a loss like this before and I am having a hard time letting him go.
He was one of the best things that ever happened to me and I love him very much.
I was extremely lucky to have such an amazing dog in my life.

Sara Flohrs

The BEST DOG that ever was...

Truly the BEST FRIEND that we've ever been blessed with!

The Santangelo Family

We did everything we could to save you from pain.

Lauren

Otis was only 6 months old, a very smart and loving pug. It was sad to see him have to leave, and wait at the Rainbow Bridge, but i know, one day... I will be with him again. And that... will be the greatest day of my life.

Gary Yates

Our boy, our friend, our family member - we will always love and remember you.
We miss you every day.

The Walshes

We lost our beloved baby.
He was the world's biggest lap dog.
He was a kind soul who brought us so much joy and love.
He will be greatly missed, he was taken far too soon.
He always kept a watchful eye on our daughter.
He was a true companion.
We love you Otis.

Louise Shaffer

Dear little Otis, you were taken so quickly from us. The groomer said he thinks you had a stroke or heart attack after your bath. We think we just miscarried the night before we lost you and we don't know how we will be able to go on. We only had you two years but in that time you never failed to put a smile on our face. You won over everyone who met you, animal lover or not. The day before you left us we had the best time playing in the yard and the sunbeams. We don't know how we will be able to sleep without the warm bunch of fur between our pillows. Please wait for us at the bridge. We hope you are running and playing just like you did every day we were with you.
We will see you again.

Love,
Adam and Ann

Otis was with us for the past 9 years. He came to us when he was four years old, and he immediately became a part of our family. My children grew up with him. He was beautiful, gentle, and dignified, with the kindest eyes I've ever seen. Our lives will never be the same with out him. Now, he is playing at Rainbow Bridge with Molly. Wait for us there Odie and Mollers...now go run and play!

Otis, we will always love and miss you.
Love,
Mommy, Kyle and Katie

Otis,

Where you used to be, there is a hole in the world, which I find myself constantly walking around in the daytime, and falling into at night.
I miss you so much.

Jo

our otis, o-man, oatmeal, g.m.o. is gone from us but forever lives on in our hearts as the most gentle, sincere and loving friend and family member of ours. we miss him terribly. he was and always will remain the standard of a "good boy." we love you otis, and know that you are among us always. i like to think that the "wanna go in the car" ride today made you happy...i see you running on the bach chasing the birds and trying to eat the waves.......xoxoxoxo

Jenny, Marc and Lauren

Today we lost our best friend and loving companion, Otis. While we are relieved that he is no longer suffering, there is a big hole in our hearts that feels like it will never heal. The thought that I will never look into his big brown eyes or feel his soft, warm fur again is devastating. And I regret every scratch or toss of the ball that I denied him because I was too busy. He was the sweetest, most sensitive and intelligent dog I have ever known. He was with us through thick and thin and taught us the true meaning of unconditional love the way only a pet could. Animals teach us how to be better humans. Otis definitely made us better people for having known him. I hope that you're waiting for us on the other side, Otie. I love you.

Megan and Alex Dundas

Otis,
We love you, buddy.
You were the sweetest and most adorable little man we have ever met.
In your short time with us, you touched our hearts forever.
We hope you had a nice, happy time with us during your last few months.
It was too bad you had to leave so soon.
We will love and remember you always.
You were a good boy.

Lynne and Dan

He was a great dog and i loved him so much and i sill love him his ears always were up and down I sill cry alot about him he is the best dog in the world

Catherine Tracy

Otter..

You were so loved by your family... They will miss you terribly.. God Speed Otter and one day you and Brian will be reunited.

Peggy Todaro

Otto was such a sweet, special dog, who loved to sit next to my left side, always.
His declining health made it so hard to let go and let him cross over the Bridge.
I held him till the end, just as he always was by my side, I was at his.
Take care, my precious Otto and I'll see you again!
C.

Sam was the best dog.
He was loving, affectionate and loyal, funny and a real character.
He loved to give kisses and snuggle.
He loved to go for rides in the car, wherever I went Sam was right there.
Always trying to keep me from tieing my shoes in the morning, he loved to sit on my feet if it would keep me home a little longer. He would do anything for you to lay on the floor with him and hug him.
I miss my little boy so much.

John Pelletier

Goodbye dear sweet Owen.
You were a once-in-a-lifetime dog and we will miss your sad eyes and your big old boxer head forever. Join up with the others and we will see you again someday.

Gayle Miller

The best boy we could ever hope for.
It is impossible to express how much we love him,
or how much that he was loved by everyone that met him. Thank you Owen,
we'll remember you forever.

Janelle and Michael Wilson

owen
If I had known that on that day our time was near the end
I would have done things differently, my forever friend.
I would have stayed right next to you deep into the night
but I thought I'd see you in the early morning light.

And so I said "Good night" to you as I walked in through the door
never thinking of the time when I'd see you no more.
But if I had known that on that day our time was at the end
I would have done things so differently, my forever friend.It's all right to cry...
I share your tears.i will miss you i love you so much see you soon tc xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Shelley Dunn

Oz -
You are missed with every breath we take and with every beat of our broken hearts.
Mommy, Daddy, and Deke

Dear Ozboz passed away last night after almost 17 years of a gentle, joyful life.
He never bit anyone, scratched anyone, or hurt anyone.
He brought love and joy to everyone who was priviledged to meet him.
He was my comfort and dear friend through many difficult life situations.
Always loyal, always loving.
I don't know how I will go on without you, Oz.
Rest in peace, baby, rest in peace.

L. Hammer

In memorary of my poor baby ozo who died tragically on new years eve - miss you my little baby.
It's not the same coming home without you running up to my car door after work.
x x x x

Karen Ni Giolla Rua

He was the most amazing dog, we loved him with our whole hearts, and miss him so much.

Scott, Dharlene, Paul and Charlcie

RIP ozzee
you were the best dog anyone could ever ask for
love and miss you

Lana

Ozzie, you changed me. Your presence has taught me deep lessons about the nature of courage, patience and trust. I love you! I fell in love with you the moment I first saw you, running down the stairs. You were so breathtaking, a big wild grizzly cat-- and then I found out you were going to take me for a transformative ride, full of soul and paradox, and make me a better person. Harriet keeps talking about you, meowing her head off as usual. I will take good care of her. Harriet, Shawn, David, Gare, Pam and others will also miss you. I will miss our closeness, the way you'd plunk down next to Shawn or me, your huge green eyes, your penetrating gaze, your trust, and even your howling. I am so grateful for you.

Tess

We miss you Ozzie, and you would be glad to know you are the proud poppa of 8 new babies born 5/19/08. You were such a smart and good boy, and it's not the same without you. It was such a hard decision to let you go but I knew it was best for you, and now you have 8 little ones to carry on your legacy! Miss you buddy. Love Mom, Dad, Jake, Kaydi and your "wife" Izzie

In loving memory of my beloved Irish Setters Ozzie and Kelsey. I think about you all the time, still. You two will always be in my heart and thoughts. See you again someday, you can meet Cadie and Riley, our current setters. They remind me of you two. <3

Love always my angels...

Kelly

Ozzie was the most wonderful dog that we could have ever asked for. He was a true companion and friend and stayed with our family for nearly 13 years. He loved going out to the branch and running through the fields, his spirit seeming so content and free. On the warmer days he would take a dip in the creek, never failing to make a mess out of his beautiful white fur. He was quite the fiend for walking, jumping excitedly to his paws when you asked "wanna go on a walk, Ozzie!?" Holdiays were especially wonderful having him around. It was so cool on Christmas morning as my brother and I would walk down the stairs, looking to see if Santa had left a note, and above the fireplace seeing Ozzie's stocking (along with the rest of ours) filled with treats, toys, and Dentabones. Little things such as this will definately never be forgotten. His glowing eyes and heart warming smile will remain in our hearts forever. Rest in peace, my friend.

Katrina, Eli, Anita, & Jeff

Ozzy I love you....you were my first "baby", and have always meant so much to me.
You and I were attached at the hip from day one....we have a special bond that can NEVER be broken.
From the time in the townhouse, to the years at Grandma's, to the years when we didnt live together anymore, my feelings for you have never changed.
I remember you tearing my socks up, and "training" you(haha) like it was yesterday....how everytime I would come home(in both houses we lived together)you would run right to my room before I even got there!
Racing each other in Gma's backyard....sleeping on my lap for hours at a time..riling you up...too many memories to mention!
You were CRAZY hyper most of the time(you were named after Ozzy Osbourne, after all!)
The last few years we didnt see as much of each other, but I loved you just as much, and seeing you always made me happy.
I'm so grateful we got to spend that time together that weekend a few weeks ago.
Seeing you for the last time today broke my heart, but I wouldnt have missed it for anything!
I will ALWAYS love you, remember you, and cherish you old friend....I'm happy that you're no longer in pain, I know you're in a better place.
One place you'll always be is in my heart....I love you, Ozzy....

Tommy Addison

i helped you pass on just a few days ago my baby you didnt desurve that pain and suffring we never new untill the vet told us you never let me no what was wrong. i will never agian have you run and greet me like you always did right till the end up intill yout last day you were always running and playing then it just stoped then i new you were sick i couldt put you through the suffring baby if ied knowed ied have done somthing sooner forgive me and know i will always love you no matter what i know you are always with me and will be waiting. im gunna miss you so much everyday i have to drag myself up and know your not there.

Danielle

For 13 years we loved Ozzy. He was taken too quickly; we miss him.

Marilyn

The Ozz Man,, my kitty, my cuddle buddy, my best friend,, I'm lost without you sweety but knowing we'll meet up again gives me some quiet peace,,
Love you Buddy,,

Sue

Dearest Ozzer, You are back again with your Mother Kirby and Grandma Lulu.
You can see again and run again.
You are healthy as you were when you were puppies.
I hope you didn't think that Shemp came to us as your replacement because each of you are irreplaceable and have left wonderful memories and a hole in my heart. I know you are all waiting for me.
We will someday all snuggle up again together like we used to. Mama and her three girls.
Until we do, remember, I love you.
I watched you being born and I watched you go to the Bridge.
I loved every minute in between with you. We had our last morning in the warm sun with the cool breeze, our last walk and our last good bye. Wait for Mama.

Rocky Lofendo

Our family foster crossed the rainbow bridge after a wonderous extra four years given to him by his boy Robbie with the help of Robbies mom Leslie.When everyone gave up on Ozzy his boy and his boys mom never did. He had chances at other homes but never seemed to fit in (he had a bit of a biting problem)Robbie always saw him as a big puppy that just needed that much more love. You see Robbie had alot of tough times to and could feel Ozzys pain at not being understood for what he might have been if not for thing out of his control. Saddly on Sunday June 28th 2008 Ozzy was the last of his extra time with his boy and mom. He crossed that rainbow bridge with no barking or anger but with what seemed to be a knowing of what great things were to come on the other side. He made sure to tell his boys dad that it wasnt his boys fault, that he just couldnt control his problem anymore not even with his boy.
He said to tell Robbie and Mom that things are going to be ok,dont mourn me but celebrate the life you gave me for without your love I never would have had those wounderous extra years.Know that God never lets a dog loose his boy,that he will protect him every night and day and be the best angel dog ever. Always seeing to it that no harm comes there way.
May God in His widom grant the dog knon as Ozzy eternal memory

Bob Habas

Ozzy was an amazing friend! He actually called me "mama" and followed me everywhere that I went! In every picture, Ozzy can be found SOMEWHERE, like my own little adorable stalker! I loved him more than I have ever loved ANYTHING else! I have had cats my entire life, but this one was just different. When I was giving up on life, he came and saved me. I bought him from a breeder and fell in love with him. He was sooo mischievous. About 6 months after I got him, he had a bad case of fleas after visiting my mom in the country. A vet treated him for the fleas (I found out later that he dipped him! This was not what I wanted!) Anyway, he had a bad "reaction" and started throwing up over and over again. My regular vet found that he had many heart problems, so I took Ozzy to the only kitty cardiologist in Tx and they found 3 different heart valve defects, a murmur and initial stages of CHF. They gave me some pills and a sad prognosis. They said he would probably only make it another month and he would start hiding from me and become very sick and helpless. Great!I was absolutely devastated, but determined to prove them all wrong! As was Ozzy! We started taking the pills, I started adjusting him(I am a chiropractor, and I put him on some special vitamins just for kitty hearts.) And by the sheer grace of God, I had my precious Ozzy for 4 more wonderful years! Our love for one another kept us both alive. On Friday morning, April 25, 2008, I overslept, b/c Ozzy didn't come upstairs to tickle my face and yell "Mama" at me like he did EVERY day. I went downstairs and he was just sitting by the door in a chair. I picked him up and loved on him and asked him if he was ok. He just pushed away, like usual, and led me toward the treats. I told he was getting skinny and that I would be home from work early so that we could take a nap. I kissed him and told him that he was beautiful & I loved him and went to work. My boyfriend told me that 15 minutes after I left , Mr. Ozzy sat up licked his paw, then fell over and died. He tried to give him pats and chest compressions, but he was gone. We think he had a heart attack. He was acting fine just the night before. Mr. Ozzy had struggled over the years with some vomitting, but was as close to normal as his little sister, Zoey or any other animal! I was not prepared for his passing! I had convinced myself that he had been misdiagnosed! I would tell him on a daily basis that I couldn't live without him and I would beg him to never leave me. Then last week, I picked him up gently and I noticed he whimpered just a little. I told him that if he ever started to feel bad and that it was just too much, that he could go! That I would love him forever and that I would never have made it or become the person I am now without his love. I didn't mean it or want him to go! I wish that I could take back those words and that he would still be here with me! But, I am glad for the opportunity to thank him just a little for ALL the love he gave to me! He was one of a kind! Now I am lonely and empty and I want him back! I am also worried for his baby sister. So far, she is healthy, no heart problems but she keeps looking for him. He was the BIGGEST personality in the room! That cat demanded attention! He was just amazing!!! I contacted the breeder and she denied any knowledge of a problem. I don't really care about any of that stuff, I just want my baby back. He left so fast that he took my heart with him. Ozzy, I will miss you in every moment of every day. I will look for you in every room and listen for your voice everyday! I will oversleep every morning without your loving nudges. And I will never be the same without you. My boyfriend says that God gave you to me and me to you. I may have saved your life and kept you alive longer than anyone thought was possible. But, the reality is that you saved me! Thank you for your friendship, your love, your kisses and especially your company! You are and will forever be my best friend and little fuzzy Mr. Boo, Ozmo, love-muffin! I feel like I'm gonna die without you. I am sorry that I couldn't actually be with you at the very end, maybe you were sparing me. I will never say goodbye, only see you soon! I love you. Wait for me! In what seems like the blink of an eye, we will be together again!

Stacy

It's been nearly a year since you left us. We still Miss you and Love you. Our thoughts are always with you.

The Barrieaus