Memorials
Bonnie – December 2014
We wish to express our deepest sympathies to Tia & Family on the loss of their sweet Bonnie. Bonnie fell ill this Christmas and the Angels called for her. We are all heartbroken.
Chilly – December 2013
Adopted back in 2001 by Jenny Ferguson. It is with heavy heart that our beloved Chilly has passed away. He was known as Bishop at HCR. What a long wonderful, truly blessed life.
Milo – July 2012
Lovingly written by the Vega’s
“I’m so emotional now I don’t know what to say. He was my friend. His demeanor was almost that of a human friend, he was so gentle yet a true canine when playful. Able to leap and jump to the point that I was taken back on his physical abilities. Always came by your side for company and companionship. He loved people. Would always smell the air outside by lifting his head up or smell a near by flower. When he would do that I saw him as a human. His behavior was mesmerizing at times. So quiet, so gentle. Yet protective during the night if he would hear someone close to the house. So many memories and things I can say. All the adventures I had with him all the funny things he did that made me laugh. The list goes on. The hide and seek games. Milo will never be forgotten. Never!”
Lacie – July 2012
Adopted and loved by Brandi Scott.
Till Death Do Us Part
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.
Luna – May 2012
Lovingly adored by Beth & Mike Berger.
Carrington – May 2012
Dearly missed by Cheryl Strimple.
Rory – April 2012
Rory an HCR Senior Program Dog was fostered and loved by Jen, Gary and Taylor Cowart.
Zeke – April 2012
Loved and Adored by Mike Gallmeister.
The Rainbow Bridge
I wish the Rainbow Bridge had a phone
so I could hear your bark again.
I thought of you today, but that’s nothing new.
I thought of you yesterday and the day before that too.
All I have are memories and pictures in a frame.
I think of you in silence and often speak your name.
You will always be loved, never forgotten.
Timmie – March 2012
Dearly missed by Debbie Hutcheson
Gale – 2012
“Our beloved, beautiful Collie Girl.”
Suzanne & Dan Castle
Sydney – February 2012
Rest in Peace sweet boy.
Taye – January 2012
Another Sweet Angel crosses over.
Pino – November 2011
“Gentle sweet Pino, we will miss you.”
Ada Fay, Peter & Patrick
Peaches Marie – July 2011
“You left this Earth too soon.”
Angela Walker
Madison Starr Angel – April 2011
“The Heavens have another Star shining brightly.”
Angela Walker
Champ – April 2011
“You are Forever in our Hearts.”
Phil & Jerry Willard
Porter – April 2011
“He was one of our Family.”
The Logsdon’s
Nikko – March 2011
“Dearly missed collie boy.”
Passing On
When a dog finally passes on, there is an emptiness, a place in our heart that will never be filed again in exactly the way it was. Because no matter how many dogs we have over the years, each is a unique, a friend, and when they go away, our lives are changed forever in many small ways.
Steve Smith
Toby – February 2011
“Dogs’ lives are too short. Their only fault really.”
Susan Powell and Family
Sweet Charlotte – January 2011
“Very sweet, loving, and devoted. Truly a great companion with the gentle collie nature.”
Chuck & Jan Brenholm
Maribelle – December 2010
“She was loved tremendously and has left a gap in our lives. Our time with her was short but so sweet!”
The Wagner Family
Penny – October 2010
Therapy dog – Precious Penelope
Adored by Susan & Mark Papa
Precious – June 6, 2010
“Grammy”
Forever missed by her mom, Angela Walker
Rusty – May 2010
“Rusty fought a very valiant battle for 15 months through cancer. He never showed any signs of pain – being a true Collie through and through.”
Charlie & Jeanne Zeto
Reggie – 2009
“Therapy dog extraordinaire”
Susan & Mark Papa
Willow – September 5, 2008
Loved & Adored by Angela Walker
Ceanna Grace – April 2008
“Forever in my heart”
Ellie Thibodeaux
Bella – July 2007
“My Sweet Bella”
Angela Walker
On the Loss of Your Pet
There must be a heaven for the animal friends we love. They are not human yet they bring out our own humanity… sometimes in ways that other people cannot. They do not worry about fame or fortune… instead, they bring our hearts nearer to the joy of simple things. Each day they teach us little lessons in trust and steadfast affection. Whatever Heaven may be, there’s surely a place in it for friends as good as these.
Author Unknown
Maggie Mae – May 2006
Maggie Mae lost to Distemper
Jazz – May 2006
Taken by years of Heartworm Infestation
Nick – January 2006
Maverick – July 2005
Banda – March 2005
Shelby – January 2005
The Novominsky Family Loved her Dearly
Do Not Stand at My Grave and Weep
Do not stand at my grave and weep.
I am not there. I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awake in the morning’s hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry;
I am not there. I did not die.
Mary Elizabeth Frye
ONeal – 2004
Jamocha – May 2003
Lady Jamocha of San Felipe
A donation was made in loving memory of Jamocha by Jerry & Shirley Musik.
“Jamocha was the faithful and very much loved companion for 14 years of Jerri & Jim Van Beek, our daughter and son-in-law. I wish every dog could experience the abundant love and tender care that Jerri & Jim gave to Mocha. I hope this will in some way help another dog find a loving home.”
Elsa – May 2003
A donation was made in loving memory of Elsa Papa, by James & Carolyn Horn. May 2003
“Elsa was a well loved member of the Papa’s home and the sweetest of all dogs that I know. I can’t even claim that my own dogs are as purely good as she.”
Shelby – April 2003
Obedience, Agility and Certified Therapy Dog. Left this Earth way to soon! Forever in our Heart and Memories. Love always Vickey & Robert Willard.
Trudy – April 2003
Sammy – March 2005
In memory of Sammy
Nic – 2003
Boo Boo – 2002
Coco the Dog – 2002
After Death
Farewell Master yet not farewell.
Where I go ye too shall dwell.
I am gone before your face,
A moment’s time, a little space.
When ye come where I have stepped,
Ye will wonder why ye wept.
by Edwin Arnold