Memorials
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Batman 2018-2024
Born in Oct. 2018, we knew Batman would likely have an abbreviated life due to his many physical issues. His life may have been short, but it was one filled with heart and courage and supported by love. To Batman, his mangled right front leg was essential for hugging someone, for stroking my face when I’m sleeping, for moving things around and pointing at something he was trying to make a point about or if he was trying to point out the offending pet in any situation.
We’re happy he showed us early on he wanted to keep that leg. He remained the sweet puppy with a curly black tail we met almost 6 years ago. Despite the adversity – we don’t think he even knew he had an adversity. Once he received his orthotic brace he ran and played in a whole new level of freedom.
Batman faced all the obstacles thrown at him without hesitation. It was osteo-sarcoma in one of his three good legs that finally took away all fighting chances. As with his sister Robin, we will always carry Batman in our hearts and miss him. Would that we all could have the experience of living with such examples of courage.
Ringo 2013-2024
Ringo was such a special creature, and brightened the lives of everyone who met him. I’m so happy that he found his late-life forever home with the Vinnacombes, who took amazing care of him and helped him to enjoy his final year of life. Thank you to GPA NW for supporting his care. I will forever be thankful for the time I got to spend with him, and for the part he played in introducing me to the world of greyhounds. Rest easy, sweet boy, you will be missed.
Ace 2010-2020
Ace was the most perfect dog; quiet, sincere, loving, and silly. He was our first dog as a family and he set the bar high for big-guy-good-guys. He was the most perfect cuddle on a good or bad day; warm and grunty. It is hard to believe he is no longer here, after a sudden and severe cancer diagnosis, but we think of him every day and miss him dearly.
Chelan 2008-2020
Thank you for “adopting us” and blessing us with all that was uniquely you. You completed the Williams family….provided an abundance of entertainment, calm and peace during stormy times, and always, always, always…LOVE! You were kind to EVERYONE…ALWAYS! We’re so thankful for the 7 years we had with you. You were “one of one”. We miss your infectious smile and your antics that made us laugh There won’t be a day that will go by that we won’t think fondly of you and give thanks for you, your warmth and your wonderful spirit. Until we meet again…. We will miss you Chelan.
The Williams Family – Vancouver, WA
Bella 2007-2019
You’ve had so many names in your life. you came to me as Sugarfree Laurel, or Laurel, as your foster Mom Jill called you. I took one look at you and you became my Bella, my beautiful Isabella, Bell, Bells, Funny Face, Honey Bunny. To your Sissy Erika you were her Pretty, Pretty Princess. To your little Sissy Kait you were her Belly Bean. To your Auntie Kim you were her Silly Diva Girl. You were loved by them all, and more. You were always there for me, and as we let you go we saw the love and thank you in your eyes. Now, as you begin your journey to Rainbow Bridge, Dad and I, all your family and friends, human and animal, will miss you, but now you are free to run and run and run. You can play squeaky with all those waiting for you…Nico, Mongo, Magic and Marley. Until we meet again at the bridge, you will remain forever in our hearts.
Django 2010-2019
Django (aka Slider/Landslide Drive) was the gentlest, most sweet pup that stole our hearts when we adopted him 6 years ago. He loved snoozing on the couch with us and going for long walks at 1000 acres dog park near Portland where we lived. In 2016 he became an international traveler when we moved from Portland to The Netherlands. He continued to enjoy long walks by canals and windmills. He’s given us such joy over the years he’s been our companion. There’s a Django shaped hole in our hearts. We will miss him so much.