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We Remember "Simba"
April 10, 2011
Our thanks to the
Saper Family for this beautiful memorial tribute.
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I will miss you more than I can say. You were a
loving, loyal, affectionate friend who was always by my
side. Our time was too short but I loved every minute
I had with you. You warmed my heart and filled our
house with joy. I hope I gave you the best life a dog
could ask for. I will miss you, my dear baby boy, and
I hope in some way you will stay with me. I hope my
tears will turn to a smile when I think of you. I
loved you with all my heart.
Love, Your Mommy, Papa, na na, Aaron
A special thank you to Skycrest Animal Clinic for all your
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On March 21, 2011, my best friend
Skates lost his fight with cancer. Found as a stray on the
Chicago streets, I adopted him almost 9 years ago. I gave
him a warm, comfortable home and he returned my love many
times over. Oh how he loved his rides in the truck with his
head out the window, taking in all the sites. Oh how he
loved to chase his tennis balls and return them for another
toss with the Chuck-it. Oh how he loved to greet me after
work when I got home. On that last day, he could no longer
do any of his fun activities and I knew it was time to say
goodbye. The staff at Skycrest made it peaceful as he took
his last breath with my arm around him. IF TEARS COULD
BUILD A STAIRWAY AND MEMORIES A LANE, I WOULD WALK RIGHT UP
TO HEAVEN AND BRING YOU BACK HOME. Rest in peace my best
friend and I will see you at Rainbow Bridge, where we
will again be back together.
Our thanks to T.
Malmquist for this beautiful memorial tribute.
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We Remember "Aussie"
2000 - 2010 |
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Aussie, you will be surely missed, for
you, as the underdog, you always brought a smile into our
lives. Your quiet demeanor and loving tenderness
always touched our families heart. We will think of
you always as you rest under our pine trees to forever run
in and play in our yard. Your are now with your
brothers and sisters in heaven, Colt, Jessie, Cassidy,
Chappie, and Cheyenne. I know you are with your
Creator and mine, Jesus Christ, who is now enjoying your
company as you sit at his feet at his throne.
A righteous man cares for the needs of
his animals.
Proverbs 12:10
Thank you Lord, for allowing our
family to enjoy our dog Aussie, as your beautiful gift.
May you rest in peace in heaven.
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We Remember
"Romeo"
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"Romeo"
Fisher was the best little doggy anyone could ever wish
for. He gave unconditional love to anyone and everyone,
especially his owner and Dr. Shears. Romeo loved both of
them very much. He is missed very much by his family and we
miss him sooooo much!
Kisses
and hugs Romeo . . . we miss you. Your loving family <3 <3
<3 <3 <3
Our thanks to
Stephanie Patsas
for sharing this beautiful memorial tribute.
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We Remember "Snickers"
A
LOVE STORY
YOU CAME INTO OUR LIFE UNEXPECTEDLY AND NEEDED A
HOME
WE PROMISED TO DO EVERYTHING WE COULD TO MAKE YOU
A
"HAPPY PUPPY"
AS TIME WENT ON YOU WERE A "SILLY BOY"
YOU FOLLOWED US EVERYWHERE
THERE WERE LOTS OF WALKS TO THE PARK
YOU BECAME ADDICTED TO ICE CUBES AND
YOU EVEN "BAKED" COOKIES FOR YOUR FRIENDS
THE BEST PART WAS GETTING ALL OF YOUR KISSES
YOU BECAME "OUR BESTEST BUD" AND OUR "BLANKET
MUSHER"
THEN YOU GOT OLDER AND WANTED TO SLEEP ALOT
WE SAW YOU STRUGGLING AND KNEW YOU WERE VERY BRAVE
EVERYDAY WE HAD OUR "SPECIAL" TALKS AS WE
TRIED TO EASE YOUR PAIN
YOU WERE "OUR LITTLE MAN"
NOW YOU ARE NOT HERE FOR US TO HOLD
WE HAVE MANY MEMORIES OF YOUR LIFE WITH US
YOU HAVE BROUGHT US MUCH JOY!
YOU HAVE BEEN "OUR GOOD SWEET BOY"
OUR HEARTS STILL FEEL YOUR KISSES AND WE KNOW
YOUR HEART FEELS OUR LOVE
We want to thank SKYCREST for being Snickers
second family. Everyone, past and present, welcomed him and stood
by him throughout his nearly 15 years with us. A family is there in
good times and in bad. He thanks you all for giving him smiles and
sneaking him treats; for making him look handsome and for taking care on
him when he needed a place to stay. We thank you all for your
years of care and concern for his well-being and for the sincere
compassion given when we were faced with a difficult decision.
We felt the LOVE and we know he did too!
Sharon and Sandy Finkelstein

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Thank you Jason and Sherrie
Deacon
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"Cody"
October 20th, 1999 – January 5, 2010
My wedding present to my husband turned out to be the best
present I have ever had. Our big, beautiful, loving boy Cody. He loved the
outdoors, fishing, hiking, boating, the dog park ... anywhere we went Cody was
all too happy to join us. He had a special bond with “Daddy” cause they did all
the “boy-stuff” but when he came inside, he was my loving little boy who
couldn’t get close enough to me.
Cody was a great brother to Maxine, Raffle and Addison.
From 8 weeks of age, he challenged us with his sense of fun and desire to rule
the house. He was one of the happiest dogs we’ve known -- loved all people and
animals. Even when he was sick, he put on a happy face. So much so, that we
didn’t know he was sick. It was too late when we found out, and now he is with
his loving sister Maxine at the Rainbow Bridge.
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Our thanks to
Laura Hahn
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It’s an awful decision to make, but he helped us make it.
His eyes said “I’ve lived a great life and been there for you through all of it;
please help me now in my time of need”.
Our hearts are heavy due to the loss of Cody but grateful
for the warm hearts of our two favorite Doctors. Dr. Locke was so
compassionate during the diagnosis (and was correct, after just taking one look
at him), and Dr. Wojcik went out of her way to help us send Cody to the Rainbow
Bridge. We are grateful to know them and happy to think of them as friends, not
just our Doctor.
Cody and Maxine are playing together at the Rainbow
Bridge. He was greeted by his big sister and knowing that makes things a little
easier. We will always love and miss him but know he is in good company. |

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“Buckeye”
2004 - 2009
Originally rescued as a stray under
The Ohio State University football
stadium in January, 2004, our
beloved Airedale boy was sweet,
laid-back and the whole world to us.
Although very imposing in size at 95
lbs., Bucky's best canine friend and
constant companion was a little Jack
Russell Terrier family member who
followed him everywhere. His
human favorite was unquestionably
his "Mom," and he dearly loved to
ride with her in the car and stay
close to her throughout the day. We
miss him terribly and loved him so.
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Thank you Char and Denny Cook for
this sweet tribute and photograph of your wonderful dog.
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Rusty 2000
- 2009
Our beloved Rusty walked across the Rainbow Bridge after 8 years of loving
companionship with us. While it is a very sad time, his pain and suffering came
to an end. Up to the very last moment, he was his usual spirited self, getting
his last “cookie” and waiting for his Mom to be close by his side. We will
forever miss Our Best Boy and the joy he always provided us through the years.
A very special and sincere “Thank You” to Dr. Wilner and the entire staff at
Skycrest who were always there to provide loving care to Rusty and support to
us, just as if he was their own.
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Our thanks to Kevin &
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“Elmo”
Skates Trugrip Elmo’s Luck
September 12th 1995 - September 15th 2008
We miss you and think of you often. You were a wonderful, loving and faithful
friend. You were always there for us, giving of yourself to the fullest.
You kept us laughing with your weird “Staffy talk”, playing soccer with your
ball or lounging in your swimming pool. You had a full life and gave us so much
joy. You were the loving mate to “Zoë”, father to our little girl “Herky
Lou”, and a mentor to all the other animals in our lives.
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You were a friend to all who met you; the people where I worked in a large
community center, your cast mates in the play “Oliver”, the acquaintances you
met on the street, and especially your doctors and their staff. Everyone
who met you thought you were a unique special guy. Your body gave out
before your spirit and you were ready to go play under the Rainbows in the Sky.
We wish we were as ready for you to go as you were. We will love you forever.
Thank you so much for all you gave us. Good bye our best friend. Good bye.
“Everybody loved the Moeboy!”
Connie, Butch, Jenn, Laura and Andy
Zoë, Herky Lou, Romeo, Monster and Camo
Thank you Jenny and Dana Merritt for giving
us the opportunity to enjoy such a wonderful dog.
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Wiley "Mr.
Coyote"
January, 2003 - December 12, 2008
You came to us sick, frail and scared. We gave you a good home and the
love and care that you needed. In return, you gave us love, laughs,
comfort and companionship. We only had 15 months with you and wish we
would have had more time, but you are with Cheyenne and the rest of the family
now in God's hands. No more sickness; just lots of playing now. Some day
we will all meet at that Rainbow Bridge and boy will it be crowded! Until
then, do whatever it is that you do there and know that you are so loved and
missed by your family and friends! Thank you for your unconditional love.
You will forever be in our hearts. Our thanks goes out to Drs. Shears and
Wojick for your care and concern for our Boy.
Our thanks to Lori McClure
for this memorial tribute
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Maxine: May
14th,1996 - December 5th, 2008
Maxine, you were loved
even before you were born and we eagerly awaited your arrival in 1996. From the
day we first laid eyes on you, your intelligence, grace and sense of humor made
us happy. The way you smiled, the funny way you talked to us, your excitement
when we went to the dog park, the nightly ritual of leading us to the "special
treats" for a bed time snack, were just part of your charm.
You mothered, taught
and even scolded your little "brothers" and me. If there was one thing for
sure, you always got your way. You were the queen of the house and you are
missed every minute of every day.
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The house seems empty
now. It seems that I see your face out of the corner of my eyes every so often
and for a moment I think you are still here coming over for a head rub. You
will always be my first child and missed for the rest of our days. We love you
forever. . . Someday I will hold you again at the Rainbow Bridge.
Our thanks
to Richard and Laura Hahn for this
memorial tribute
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Shadow
Horton-8/25/83 to 9/25/08
best friend of
Tom and Wendy Horton
She came to us at
12 years old, not knowing how long she'd stay. We are so glad God blessed us and
gave us 3yrs and 1 month, and you left this world knowing you were loved. Don't
pass by those magic blessings in life - they are God's gift to us. You were
truly a gift and will be missed.
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I WISH I WAS THERE
I wish I was there,
when your ears were too big for your head.
When you had "puppy
breath" and paws the size of bowling balls that didn't match your tiny body.
I wish I was there
when you stole shoes, and barked at leaves falling on the ground.
I wish I had been
there so you knew how to run and play and have fun.
I wish I could have
spoiled you with car rides and pieces of hamburger under the table.
I wish I had been
there to save you from someone who didn't know how to love you or care for you.
I wish I could wipe
away those 12 years, where you were just a dog and not a member of the family.
But, I'm glad I was
there, to bring you "home" and give your tired old body a place by the fire, on
a big, way too expensive bed.
I'm glad you
finally knew what it felt like to have someone touch you and kiss your head
good-night.
I'm glad we didn't
the fact that you were "old" keep us from experiencing some of the best days of
our lives, and even if your time with us was short, I'm so glad you blessed our
hearts with your presence. I feel better having known you and for sticking by
you as the years took your youth. And if I had it to do all over again, I'd
still choose to bring a 12 year old, half blind, half deaf, lame junk yard
Shepherd DOG to join our pack. In fact, I wouldn't have missed it for the world.
WE WILL MISS YOU OLD GOAT . . .
Shadow Horton 9/25/2008
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We Remember Cheyenne
April 22, 1994- January 10, 2008
She was a like a gentle
giant, not a bad bone in her body. Her outsides were fine but her insides
stopped working and we had to make the humane decision to let you go, the look
in your eyes told me so, and how hard that has been . You are very much loved by
family and friends and missed as well. God has you now, you are young again,
running and playing pain free the way you should be.
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One day we will meet
again at "The Rainbow Bridge" until then, have fun and do what dogs do. you made
so many people happy with your unconditional love, and you will always hold a
piece of our hearts. We love and miss you!!! Thanks go out to Doc. & Dr.'s Shear
and Wojcik for your care and compassion that you gave to her all of her 13 1/2
years.
God Bless You . . . All
our love Lori & Bill McClure
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Jake 1992-2007
"I thought of you with
love today but that is nothing new. I thought about you
yesterday and the days before that too. I think of you in
silence, I often speak your name. All I have are
memories, and your picture in a frame. Your memory is my
keepsake with which I'll never part. God has you in his
keeping, I have you in my heart."
Our thanks to Jamie for this
tribute.
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PRINCESS BERGSTROM
1995 ~ 2007
Princess was truly a Most
Royal Cat.
Her Highness ruled our
entire habitat.
She'd enter the kitchen
with an imperial, "Meow,"
That was our command to
put down her chow.
When I'd sit on the sofa,
she would jump on my lap
And settle in my arms for
a warm, cozy nap.
She'd then visit Mother,
and snuggle with a purr
While curling herself into
a round ball of fur.
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She stared deep in our
eyes, with a tender, "Miew"
That said, "I just adore
you - through and through."
If I'd lie on the floor
she would climb on my chest
To tell me she thought we
both should rest.
Crouching on her haunches,
with twitching tail,
She could get our
attention without any fail.
Princess was surely the
essence of royalty
Who earned from her
subject eternal loyalty.
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She served us both in so
many way
And spread her joy to her
final days.
We lost her today -- to
our deepest sorrow,
And we'll pay her tribute
on every tomorrow.
Now she's in Cat Heaven,
hopefully feeling better.
But you can be sure, we'll
never forget her.
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"What lies behind
us and what lies before
us are
tiny matters
compared to what lies within
us "
I miss you so
much Micah.
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Sam
February 14, 2000 - November 26, 2005
Sam had a heart as big as himself. He
touched so many people; a true gentle giant. We are proud to have been owned by
him for 5 1/2 years. They just weren't enough! Our special thanks
goes out to Dr. Kristin Wojcik, who was always there for Sam in life and there
for all of us when he left.
Sam's Baby Picture

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Our thanks to Ginny Carter for this
tribute to "Sam"
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In Loving Memory of Jake
July 17, 1997 – December 12,
2005
Goodbye our beloved Jake.
Please forgive us for the decision we made. We hope you understand that it
broke our hearts. We know you were so tired and lost your spirit. We try to
reassure ourselves you are in a better place, but we wish everything could have
been different and that you were still here with us.
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You left a huge gap in our
lives. We saw your paw prints in the snow but you are not here. We hurt but
know that you are no longer hurting. You were strong and kind, gentle and
loving. You loved us all unconditionally. We miss you so much.
You will live
in our memories and hearts until we meet again one day. We love you Jake.
Thank you Dr. Shears and all our friends at Skycrest for the loving care you
gave Jake and to help him cross over the Rainbow Bridge.
Love your family and friends.
Our thanks to Dan & Anne Hangren for
Jake's Memorial
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We
Remember Isaac
"Isaac" was once a clinic cat at Skycrest
Animal Clinic, but was later adopted by Dan Baker and Kellie McKane, a
Veterinary Technician at Skycrest.
Isaac was in optimum shape considering
that he lived with FIV, but he succumbed too early because of an unrelated heart
condition.
The following poem is dedicated to Isaac who
will be missed by all of us who knew and loved him.
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For Isaac
Raspy meow alarm clock
Demanding fresh Innova,
Prancing fast across my chest
He was no Cassanova.
Isaac breath wake up call
Stronger than a coffee,
He flees now to the kitchen
As the crying gets more bossy.
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Scooping from the can
Barely get my hands free,
Thankful glances mouthful
As he's looking up at me.
Retire to his little bed
For hours he would lay,
What I wouldn't give
To wake from him today.
~ Dan Baker
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Teddy
His name was "Theodor Liaqutis' Senior
Evans", but we called him "Teddy". He was a
great friend and loved to surf the web with his me.
For the 6 years we had him, our lives were
changed forever. His best friend, "Jake",
misses him the most, but his name still lives on with "Junior".
If you meet "Junior", then you will have met
"Teddy".
Our thanks to Stan Evans for Teddy's
memorial
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Lexi
We were blessed to have Lexi with us for 7
1/2 years. Unfortunately, she was taken from us too quickly by cancer.
She was a beautiful, sweet dog who wouldn't hurt a fly. We miss her kisses
and her constant companionship. We hope she is running around chasing
rabbits, waiting until we can be together again.
Our thanks to Marjorie Sher for
Lexi's memorial
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Casey
Casey was the BEST Lab anyone could ask for! She got along with everyone
and just wanted to be with people. She was a real sweetheart.
Due to heart and
lung problems, we had to say goodbye to Casey.
She will always be in our hearts and in our memories.
Our thanks to Casey's family for her
memorial
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Max
Dr. Wojcik helped Max to cross over the Rainbow Bridge last September.
Max was a great friend and companion to his entire family.
Although Max had a heart problem, his heart was always full of love and loyalty.
Our thanks to Michael Casavant for
Max's memorial
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