Animal Companion Remembrances

Baxter

In memory of Baxter:  Lover, fighter, master of claws, eater of all plants, intrepid saboteur, and subject of many epic tales that will live on far beyond his 17.5 years.  He took his unmatched stubbornness into his final moments on 6/6/2021, stopping his own heart before the vet could, in one last act of defiance against authority.  He will be greatly missed, but mostly just by one person, his loyal servant Amy Yambor.  Remembrance donation by Judy Wolfe, June 2021.

Mable

In remembrance of Mable.  “Sadly, Mable, our daughter Kirsten’s pet and our foster dog and pal to our little Ginger, passed away May 16, 2021. She was loyal to the end and a beloved part of our family. Love your pets while you have them because you never know.” Mabel is survived by Steve and Anne Wagner and Ginger. Remembrance by Jacqueline Birnbaum and Dean Surkin, May 2021.

 

Louie

Louie, beloved companion to Pamela and David Kauffman. “Louie and his biological brother Tucker were 5 month old pups who were being neglected and lived outside in a yard owned by the worst kind of backyard breeder. They had no names and were severely emaciated. My daughter alerted us to this situation and we immediately went and got them. We nursed and trained these 2 boys until they were strong; Louie was the weaker of the 2 pups so we kept him and adopted Tucker out to good people. Louie and Miles (our other adopted boy) bonded and were together, literally bookends until 4/2/2021 when Louie crossed over. He loved to play with Miles and was a mischievous boy always stealing Miles’ toys. He brought so much life to our home. He loved a good belly rub and offered it to us at every opportunity. He loved meeting new people and was a friend to all!” Remembrance by Jacqueline Birnbaum and Dean Surkin, April 2021.

Doodle

Doodle, 14 years old, beloved companion to Rachel and John Kelly and canine companion Tootsie, will be missed by all his friends in the neighborhood. He was always a cheerful dog and enjoyed sporting outfits and being photographed by Rachel (a costume designer) and John (a photographer). Although in recent months his health had begun to decline, he continued to enjoy the company of the other dogs and people he met, and his spirit remained strong. Remembrance by Jacqueline Birnbaum and Dean Surkin, April 2021.

Pickles

In memory of Pickles, companion to Larry D Adair. “We were the best of friends. She loved playing fetch with a sock and loved to bark at anything she could all the time. She was a always happy and protective. I’m gonna miss calling her name everyday.” [correct mail or e-mail address requested]

Molly

In memory of sweet loving Molly who charmed everyone she met, including Meg Crane who was adopted by Molly after her former human moved overseas. “Molly was a people person cat. She loved company and jumping on the laps of perfect strangers. Usually standing on their laps. She would sit fascinated by a crossword puzzle, watching my pencil make its mark in the boxes. She was really happy when the yoga mat came out. Perhaps hard to believe, but she would roll over on her back and wave her paws about in imitation of the moves. She had a naughty side. When my sister-in-law came to visit, Molly went into the bedroom when we were asleep, and stole her bracelet. It was leather and had a few tinkly charms. It wasn’t until days later while vacuuming, that I found it in a place no one would have left it. No one but Molly.” Molly spent the final years of her golden age happily being spoiled by Meg.  Safe journey over the Rainbow Bridge, Molly! Remembrance donations by Meg Crane, Ed Berberian and Gayle Carrol.  December 2020.

Bo

In memory of Bo, loving companion to David Reck. “My Dad lost his beloved collie Bo, who passed on this past fall. Growing up, I watched my Dad grieve immensely with the loss of each collie we had and this time was perhaps even harder than any other. Bo was his constant companion and will be missed dearly but always remembered lovingly.” Remembrance donation by David’s daughter, Jennifer Reck Bickford, December 2020.

Mason

In loving memory of Mason, companion to Katherine and Jim Sutton. “Mason came to live with us as a rescue Cavalier in 2011 when he was four-years-old. Unlike most rescues, he had a happy start to life but needed a forever family when his former owners passed away. We loved him for seven years before he died during this past Thanksgiving week. To lose him during a holiday and at the end of this really difficult year of 2020 made his passing even more painful. Mason was as loyal and steadfast as they come, one of those special dogs with whom you have a special simpatico relationship. A good friend described him as ‘quite a handsome, regal guy, and the fact that he seemed to always be ‘on duty’ to protect you—with an ever watchful eye—was even more endearing.'”  Remembrance donation by Jaqueline Birnbaum and Dean Surkin, December 2020.

Lola

In memory of Kelly and Steve Boghossian’s wonderful companion Lola. “Last week, we said goodbye to this little lady after 15 years together. This photo was taken at one of her favorite places, Smorgasburg at Prospect Park. I hope they have Home frites in doggo heaven. Goodnight Lola, the angriest potato.”  Remembrance donation by Judith Wolfe, October 2020.

Boris

In memory of Boris, beautiful, loving companion to Jeannine and Barry Ross, and his feline brother, Niles.  Eleven year-old Boris’s crossed the rainbow bridge peaceably in his sleep and will be sorely missed.  Remembrance donation by Boris’s grandfolks, Betty and Joe Anticaglia, September 2020.