Fluffy fur of white
Prancing feet and perky ears
Gentle sweet Molly
Beloved canine member of Klickner family, much missed by Herb, Rhonda, Sam, Max and canine boxer brother Gottlieb. Remembrance donation from Aunt Berni, December 2014
Yukon, companion to Jamie Ries of Minneapolis, ‘was a very personable cat. She enjoyed company and liked to sit with guests on the couch. She always greeted me at the door when I got home from work and slept with me at night. She was lovable and affectionate, and was a great companion for 14 years’. Remembrance donation by Judy Wolfe, December 2014.
Spike, Jen Kepler’s green iguana, taught his family so many life lessons including how to potty train your iguana! Spike was well known in the community attending softball games with his family, taking part in a girl scout gold award project, a high school senior project, and sat often on the front lawn greeting the neighbors, local children, the ice cream man, and people who drove by, causing frequent double takes. Spike lived to the ripe age of 15 and continues to occupy a huge portion of the family’s hearts. Remembrance donation by Judy Wolfe, October 2014.
Dorian Grey was born in a small barn on the land of one of our grantees, The Kerulos Center in southern Oregon, whose director G.A. Bradshaw writes: Their mother, Sara, had been abandoned. When Dorian and his two sisters, Mei Mei and Eva, finally emerged as stumbling kittens, they all joined the rest of the family – Centa, Fritzi, Pir and Margot Dogs, Panama Parrot, Nikki, Scooter, and Ingeborg Felines, and the many birds,deer, skunks and other wildlife who live here. Dorian’s nickname, Candy Cat, speaks to his sweet, sweet nature and beautiful open heart. He will be cherished, loved and remembered forever. October 2014.
Ophelia, the loved and loving feline member of the Handlin family – Joseph, Laura and daughter Emma – passed over the Rainbow Bridge after a long illness. Ophelia’s human companions – even stoic Joe! – are devastated. Remembrance donation by Jacqueline Birnbaum and Dean Surkin, September 2014.
Siva. BFF ( Best Feline Friend) to Linda Hanhilammi for 19 years. Loved to sit on her lap on her balcony enjoying the sun and the sights. Remembrance donation by Joan Scheier, July 2014.
In loving memory of Benny, the much beloved Maltese/Shihtzu companion to Artie and Debbie Schwartz. “Benny leaves behind a heartbroken but grateful and appreciative family. We experienced a lot of love and joy knowing him and having him in our family for the 12 years of his short life. He will be greatly missed by all of us and especially by his older brother ‘Tyler.’ You will always be in our hearts.” Remembrance donation by Dean Surkin and Jacqueline Birnbaum, July 2014.
In memory of Charlie, who was adopted by Katherine and Jim Sutton from Cavalier Rescue in August of 2011 when he was six years old. A purebred Cavalier, he was born in Ireland and shipped to the U.S as a puppy, but he got off to a poor start in life. Charlie spent most of his days in a cage, put on too much weight and developed heart issues and arthritis. He was also deaf. His family eventually had to give him up, which is how he came to Katherine and Jim. “For the almost three years at our house, he found a deeply loving home, cage-free, with lots of exercise and playtime. We knew he had health issues, but we hoped that he would live longer than nine years in total. However, we take solace in knowing that the last third of his life was the happiest and healthiest we could give him.” Remembrance donation by Dean Surkin and Jacqueline Birnbaum, June 2014.
In memory of Derek the Shelty, the lovely and lovable companion of Debbie and Steven Kaplan and best friend to Aunt Joan. Always glad to meet and greet you with a welcoming bark. Remembrance donation by Joan Scheier, May 2014.
In remembrance of Cleocat, or Cleo, companion to the Beirne family who lived fourteen years without developing a mean bone in her body. Her tender heart will be missed daily by the family she left behind. Remembrance donation by Judy Wolfe, April 2014.