In Memoriam

Short obituaries can be published here. It helps if you write your pet's name and type at the start, before writing whatever you want to say in memoriam.

Pets have been kept world wide throughout human history. There is something about being human that makes us want to understand other animals and give them a place in our lives.

Dogs
Cats
Other much missed pets

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Dogs

Oscar

Male shitzu.

Although you sadly passed only a few days ago we miss you so much. The love you always gave and comfort not just in times of need. To us you were not just our dog but a true gift from heaven. Your funny acts, singing and running with great excietment together with your overwhelming love and companionship have left a great whole in our hearts, to us all you were a big part of our family, to me you were my best friend, my companion and my inspiration to cope and drive on. you were taken so young and yet were of such value in our hearts, you were truly special!

We know you are no longer in any pain and although we miss you so much we want not more than for you to rest in peace. We have the memories and you take your memories with you.

Love and miss you always until we meet again my little boy, oscar-poscar.

Oscar RIP 1989-2007

Quincy

Quincy: Australian shepherd mix. She was about 65 lbs with brendal coloring and had the most beautiful brown eyes, cute little ears and an eternal smile. Oh, Quincy how you taught us about real unconditional love. Even in your pain you wanted to please us. You brought so much joy to our lives - our luckiest seven years. We miss your scent, the feel of your fur, the way you looked at us, and all of your little personality traits. You were our child. There is an empty void since you've left us, but we will always have your memory to cherish. We will always love you...until we meet again, my baby girl.

Rico

Rico, Heinz 57 dog with a touch of otterhound, maybe! He was a dog with character and a gifted trainer of humans. Rico had a rough time at the start of his life, but then struck lucky with a new human family, who gave him everything a dog could wish for, and more. He went shopping and chose his own toys, lifted over the bar code reader at the till with the ball in his mouth. He kept the younger dogs in order on their walks round the golf course - and joined in their ball games enthusiastically. He was the most loyal of companions, and only accepted a delicacy if his owners were present. There's a horrible ache now you are gone, Rico, leaving us behind, as you play with Lara and other friends gone before, in a land where there are no aches and pains, and you're a young dog again. You'll always be with us in our hearts. You were truly unique, and thank you for teaching us so much.

Rico's 'dad' writes: It would have been wrong to let Rico struggle on, as all his functions were not functioning, and he didn't like it at all as he tried to get outside, but it was too much for him. He died peacefully in my arms with a sigh, as if to say thank you for giving me peace and freedom from pain. The vet said he could have a massive operation with no guarantee that it would be successful, and I didn't want to subject Rico to any more pain, so I reluctantly decided to give him his peace, as he has given us so much love over the years.

Tosha

Sheltie, a very gentle 11 year old. Tosha died on Dec 6, 2001. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. I will see you again someday!

Bundy

The greatest dog a family could ever have.....
A small white & black shih tzu, so soft and cuddly, and face no one could turn away.
Made friends with everyone he came in contact with. He was there for us through the "good" and the "bad" and sometimes got the wrong end of it. But no matter what, we always reached out with a loud and caring "bubbas"!

You were in our lives for just about 11 yrs. I still remember holding you in the palm of my hand, amazed at how small you were. And to see you grow into a fun, loving , caring, playful dog, was the best thing in the world. Moving and seeing new surroundings every other year didn't seem to bother you. You just loved us more and more.

How it hurts to know you are not with us anymore, and I wish you were still here. You left a lot of us in disbelief and sorrow. You left us by surprise, but I know you are in a much better place.
WE MISS YOU! Thank you for being the greatest pet a family could own.
LOVE,
your family&friends

Asa

Our beautiful Sable/White Rough collie died 6 x months by and we feel like we have lost one of our children. Very intelligent, sometimes fly, but devoted to my wife and I.
Sleep well son.
mum and dad

Mischief and Biscuit

Retriever and German shepherd. Our two best friends in the world, you brought sunshine and happiness to our lives, we will always miss you, forever love you, sleep well.

Lucy

Golden retriever, cantering across with field for a titbit, always ready for fun and walks. Amiable and playful, even at fifteen. You never made it to Devon, Lucy, and stayed near the fields you loved.

Digby

Tibetan terrier lab cross. Velvety fur with a bottle-brush tail. He was playing like a pup even in his sixteenth year. He loved chasing the ball, even if he didn't always bring it back. Sociable and vocal, your friends miss you, Digs.

Tuppy

Black lab, determinedly taking her owners for walks, even when her back legs wouldn't quite obey her. She plodded round fields and country paths, eager to wolf down a tribute from any passing admirer.

'Biscuit'
watercolour painting by David Simon

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Micky

Tricolour spitz cross, grandson of Kisha, son of Sebbie and Bella, nephew of Rugby, Sweep, Holly, and Sandy, brother of Tilly, Conor, Jimmy and Blackie. Born October 5th 1998, died May 24th 2000. 'Street life proved too tough.'

Bashful

Yellow labrador, a real gent who was good-natured and dignified, and had many fans, both canine and human.

Panda

Collie-cross who thought she was a lapdog. She was affectionate and loyal, and Shadow and family miss her.

Lara

Lara, golden retriever. She was a star, fun-loving, sweet-tempered and biddable. True to her breed name, she would take a quick detour off loo alley and come back with a tennis ball, ever so pleased with herself. All her friends on the golf course miss her company. Life's not the same without you coming up with a smile and a waggy tail, to sit expectantly for your titbit, Lara.

 

Bosun

We were instant friends.

The fur on your face and ears was red, like my hair. Your soft amber eyes were alert and curious; by nature you were both strong and gentle. How could we not adore you? Large and long of limb for a Jack Russell, you ran like the wind, were full of love and trust and brought us such joy. You made us laugh so much.

Nothing here is the same without you, Bo-Bo, since you were taken so tragically aged 11 months. Walks are just walks and there's lots of empty space.

We miss you terribly. So does your playmate, Bear. Wait for us, and one day we'll run together in the fields again.'

 

Merlin Arthur Wizard

My lovely Fire-Tiger passed away on the full moon.Merlin packed alot into his 16 years and will be sorely missed. He made a wonderful companion and gave life his all.I shall miss the cuddly moments,the walks and his friendly face.My life is brighter for having known his spark. I am grateful for the years he gave me. He was a good dog with many friends, the worst thing I think he ever did was pee up Dave's quad speakers, TWICE! By the vitrue of Merlin's wonderful companionship to humans may he have a joyful re-birth. Many Thanks to David, Doug and John for their help on the day, and to Carl for kindly offering to bury him.

I have chosen the music "Land of Merlin" by Jon Mark to play for him. "Grieve not, nor speak of me with tears, but laugh and talk of me as if I were beside you...I loved you so - 'twas Heaven here with you"

 

Merlin Arthur Wizard
aka Merly Whirly May 10 1986 - Dec 19 2002.

Rosie

Rosie was a 9 year old German Shepherd who died in January 2003. She was the most serene, gentle, loyal dog. She seemed perfectly healthy with years left to go, but we unfortunately discovered she had serious cancer and had to be put down. She was a mischievious puppy who chewed most of our kitchen lino and scratched the doors to hell, but the older she got, the more dutiful she became. We miss you terribly Rosie and always will, especially as your death was such a shock and I couldn't be there when you were put down. You'll be chasing rabbits again with Poppy and Morgan.

Topsy

Born 19th March 1989 died of cancer 25th March 2003 aged 14 years.

Topsy - a crossbreed Ridgeback, was red in colour, a character all her life. Could be aggresive at times but always showed love to us. Her big brown eyes, her nose so black, the way she put here head to one side when we were talking to her, and seemed to nod her responses. The way she loved going for walks and car rides. She is so sadly missed, tears are ever near when we see her photo, speak about her, we miss her so much. God bless Tops - not a dog, not a pet but a very missed part of this family.

We love you and miss you so much

 

Boris

German Shepherd cross lab (I think). Died in my arms, 19th May 2003. Had to be put to sleep, he was so tired. I know he would have loved to stay longer. He was so faithful and he loved his family so much. He was 10 or 11 years old, he was part of our family for the last 3 years of his life. He is resting now with my other dogs. Bonnie, Bertie, Woof and Amie. Loved them all so deeply.

It hurts to lose such good friends, but I'd rather feel the pain than to have never known them.

 

Kim

My lovely Kim, a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel with her brown and white
colouring. She was and still is my baby. In those happy eight years we had
with her, she brought us a lot of joy. Even though we have got another
lovely little bundle of joy, Kim is still sadly missed, and I guess she
always will be. Kim was special, and even when the time came for the vet to
take her, she still gave a lovely little kiss, as though she was trying to
tell us that the time had come.

Love her always.

Bonnie

Bonnie, my beautiful labrador, was put to sleep 17th October 2003 after 14
years of my love. Five days now and I'm absolutely heartbroken. How will I cope without you? I miss you so much. Only hope your out of pain and can see again.

I love you my little girl, Love Mummy.

Jager

Jager you were my soul-mate and I adored you. I lost you and part of my life ended. I will always miss you and until the day we meet again at the Rainbow Bridge I will never rest. God bless you my little girl.

Jager was a lovely short-haired Weimaraner. Born in 1992 and died in 2003, aged 11 years. worked Jager in obedience and did show her. Unfortunately one day whilst I was laying with her I became aware that her heart beat was not as it should be.

On a visit to the vets he informed me that she had a tacycardia (fast heart beat). She was admitted to the Hospital in Manchester and it was found that she had extensive damage to her heart. However, she was treated there and her heart condition improved. On the day she was to come home she suffered a Gastric torsion!

My little girl was operated upon and recovered, although she spent three days on life-support. Eventually she came home to us and spent three happy months enjoying her home-life. Unfortunately her heart-rate began to race again, and I just couldn't put her through the trauma and stress of leaving us. I lay with her on the bed until I knew I had to take her to my vets. She was then given sleep.

I miss her every waking day of my life, and hope that one day I will be able to embrace, love, and adore her as I did in life.

Purdie

Purdie was a silver grey toy poodle bitch who came into our life just over 4 years ago.We took her in at about 13 yrs of age we know nothing of her past.

She was blind but had obviously been so for some time.She was very affectionate and a real character.We feel privileged to have had her in our lives she was our beloved Purdie and we will miss her .

Purdie 1985-2003 R.I.P till we meet again.

Toby

The world’s greatest and most lovable Yorkshire Terrier.

We got him at the age of 3 months and he shared our lives for 13 years. Sadly put to sleep in 2002 for acute pancreatitis.

Sleep well, our beloved Nutty Boy. Until we meet again we will remember you in the streams on Dartmoor, barking for stones to be thrown.

Bella

My bella, Tibetan spaniel, we met 14 years ago, when I went to the dog home and saw you with your back facing me. Ii knew then Ii wanted to love you, and love you i did.

You gave me nothing but love back, I miss you. Its been nearly 6 weeks, December 7th 2004. I look at your photo`s and I cant believe I wont see you again, kiss your wet nose, you waiting for me when Ii come home. My heart is breaking everyday, I will never forget you, not one day will pass when you are not in my thoughts. I loved you when you were here, I will love you as much in memory. One day to meet again, my love for you is eternal, one day to be together again, Bella my little girl, xx xx

Bess

To my little girl Bess who I adopted from Manchester dogs home in 1999.
She was a gentle and loving dog who never stopped loving me and her family. She was a loyal boxer dog and loved her family children and cats. She wasnt too good when I got her, I did not know her background but to me that did not matter. I loved her from the moment I saw her and knew she was for me. I only wish we could have had more time to share together. I loved her as one of my children and cared for her as her health deteriorated these past few months. I looked after her sleeping down stairs next to her. What could i do? she got tumours on her body. I took her to the vets the news wasnt good, he said he could operate but she could die anyway so I decided not to go ahead but the outcome wasnt what Ii thought, she lasted a year longer than we thought . I nursed her at home she was riddled with cancer and in pain i had to do the right thing by her and put her to sleep. Oh God i feel so guilty. I miss her so much and pray that she never leaves me. I'm just trying to cope now because I have a second boxer bitch 15 MNTHS OLD BONNY who has grew up with her. Life goes on as they say, well I'm just existing without her. Imiss her so much my little girl Bess. Thank you God for giving me the chance to have had her my little girl bye mummy xxxxxxx

Chipi

Bat-eared, shaggy-haired, small Spanish village mutt, son of Odin and a Spanish sheepdog mother. Chipi was extremely cute, friendly and quite obedient, except when it came to chasing cats. Luckily, he was not much bigger than a cat, and cats that stood their ground and hissed could make him back off. Chipi was a favourite with the children from his neighbourhood. He was lying in the sun one morning, watching the children play, when he was run over by someone who just didn´t see him. He was only eighteen months´ old. We have shed many tears for you, Chipi. The drinkers at Bar Maykel still expect you to trot in and wait patiently for a sausage skin to drop to the floor. Rex still cocks his ears and looks hopeful at the sound of his playmate´s name. We all miss you, the nicest-natured and most playful little dog we have had the pleasure of knowing. If there is a Dog Heaven, that is where we would like to be, to go on long walks with you again, watching you dance off after rabbits and coming back looking pleased after your run. God Bless, Chipi, for surely we have been blessed by your stay on earth.

Cats

Trudie

Trudie - A jet-black moggie. Put to sleep Jan 2003 age 16. She was adopted age 4 months as a semi-feral. She was never a 'cuddly' cat, but she was just always there. When she got ill with thyroid problems she became hyperactive and noisy! I was always telling her to be quiet - but now I wish I could hear that constant meowing again!

Charlie

Charlie - Pale ginger cat. Very special, he died tragically young at only 2 years old. He was a rescue kitten and had the most gorgeous temperament - naughty, cheeky, loving and mischievous all rolled into one! His best friend was a neighbour's black and white cat and they went everywhere together. Charlie was hit by a car and managed to drag himself into a nearby field, but was unable to quite make it home to me. I hope he'll be waiting at Rainbow Bridge for me.

 

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Sasha

Our beloved little Ragdoll, Sasha, taken from us so tragically young at 22 months old. He was diagnosed with severe cardiomyopathy on 24th November, and he died suddenly at home, surrounded by his family on Sunday 25th January, 2004. He was my birthday present in 2002, and was the greatest gift my husband ever got me. He was my little love, and is so greatly missed.

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Marty

Marty, our beautiful tabby cat was tragically taken away from us on the 7th September 2004 aged 8 years.

Nothing is the same now Marty has gone from our lives, he was so gentle and loving, loyal and a very good friend, infact now when we look back he should have been called Mr. Perfect because that's what he was and still is.

We will never forget you Marty. You can never be replaced and we want to thank you for sharing your short life with us as you made us very happy. Hopefully one day we will be reunited again, so until then sleep well our sweetheart and remember we still love you and always will because in our hearts you will stay.
Lots of love and purrs.
Mum, Dad and Wayne.

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Other much missed pets

Winston

June 1994 - January 2000

You were a dear little thing and we will always remember you fondly. You were also a great inspiration to many as shortly before you left your kind grew in popularity and ferrets are now, so rightly, much more respected and loved as house pets.

Now all we have are your memories of joy and 'happy dances' and we never did get around to replacing the houseplants that you destroyed with such relish!

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Lilly

Lilly, my albino ferret you were a joy to have my heart has been broken. I miss you so much, I miss your dances your little noises when you nipped my toes and bit my nose. My little bundle of joy I'll never foget you, love mam xxxx

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