Houndmom Posted July 17, 2008 Share Posted July 17, 2008 Yesterday I had to say farewell to my beloved old guy, Butch (DV's Butch). My heart ached tremendously as I held him while he drifted off, leaving my world forever. But, I know it was the right thing to do for him and he will always have a place in my heart. Butch was a wonderful, silly, stubborn, easy going and loving greyhound. He came to me back in July 2004 after I saw his photo in a GT thread. Somehow I knew he was the senior I was looking for and thanks to many GTers and other greyhound, and non-grey, people Butch made the weekend journey from GPA Orlando, FL up the east coast to his true forever home here in NH. I was amazed at the way he touched the lives of all who came in contact with him during this GUR and thoroughly enjoyed recieving the updates and photos as each leg of his journey ended, and the new one began. Butch was an instant fit with my other 4 greyhounds, made himself at home and loved to greet all who came to "his" house, making sure that he got plenty of scritchies from everyone. I have to laugh when I think of him dancing for his food every day...and boy did he love to eat. He somehow decided that my pillow on the bed was his special place and no sooner would I move than he was up there flopped on the pillow, giving me the look as though to say don't even think about making me get off...ha. Not so sure I liked the eye boogers he occasionally left behind but heck, we love our dogs and cleaning eye boogies is a small price to pay for the joy he brought. So..I guess I have babbled on enough. My heart is heavy but I am at peace knowing he is free of any pain and misery from the cancer that was taking his life. I feel he is partly a Greytalk dog due to the circumstances in which he came to me so I wanted to share a little extra about who he was, and there was so much life in him to share. Thanks again to all who helped make him a part of my life. I will be forever grateful to you all Farewell my beloved Butch. I will miss you my angel. Marina Quote Willow & Trace Butch (11/94 - 7/16/08) Hayley (11/96 - 1/13/09) Merlin (11/12/95 - 5/29/09) GPA - Central New Hampshire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted July 17, 2008 Share Posted July 17, 2008 I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved Butch. Take comfort in knowing he is at peace, pain free and running once again with the wind. I do hate cancer. Quote Irene Ullmann w/Flying Odin and Mama Mia in Lower Delaware Angels Brandy, John E, American Idol, Paul, Fuzzy and Shine Handcrafted Greyhound and Custom Clocks http://www.houndtime.com Zoom Doggies-Racing Coats for Racing Greyhounds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytful4 Posted July 17, 2008 Share Posted July 17, 2008 My heart aches with yours....hound hugs to you and your family Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greyscot Posted July 17, 2008 Share Posted July 17, 2008 So sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest houndstooth4 Posted July 17, 2008 Share Posted July 17, 2008 I remember that GUR for him! I am very sorry for your loss. It's obvious that he was very loved by you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest vahoundlover Posted July 17, 2008 Share Posted July 17, 2008 I am so sorry May your memories help heal your aching heart. Godspeed Butch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobinM Posted July 17, 2008 Share Posted July 17, 2008 I am so sorry. Run Free Butch. Quote ROBIN ~ Mom to: Beau Think It Aint, Chloe JC Allthewayhome, Teddy ICU Drunk Sailor, Elsie N Fracine , Ollie RG's Travertine, Ponch A's Jupiter~ Yoshi, Zoobie & Belle, the kitties. Waiting at the bridge Angel Polli Bohemian Ocean , Rocky, Blue,Sasha & Zoobie & Bobbi Greyhound Angels Adoption (GAA) The Lexus Project Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PiagetsMom Posted July 17, 2008 Share Posted July 17, 2008 I'm so sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ss556 Posted July 17, 2008 Share Posted July 17, 2008 I'm sorry for your loss. Run free Butch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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PattyE Posted July 17, 2008 Share Posted July 17, 2008 I'm sorry for your loss. Quote Patty, Mom to Jaxson 5/12/2017 Forever in my heart: Joey 11/01/2007 to 12/06/2018, Scout 11/19/2005 to 07/15/15 and Jack 01/03/2004 to 06/11/2011 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devotion Posted July 17, 2008 Share Posted July 17, 2008 There is no greater love than a senior. Your tribute of Butch was beautiful. I loved the pillow story! Made me smile and remember my first grey, Devotion, who would do the same thing. Many nights I slept without a pillow! Butch's forever home is now in your heart. Hold the memories close. Prayers of peace and comfort for you during this time. Soar High Butch! Quote Pam with greys Avril, Dalton & Zeus & Diddy the dachshund & Miss Buzz the kitty Devotion, Jingle Bells, Rocky, Hans, Harbor, Lennon, NoLa, Scooter, Naomi and Scout at the bridge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tracey Posted July 17, 2008 Share Posted July 17, 2008 I am so very sorry for your loss. Quote ...............Chase (FTH Smooth Talker), Morgan (Cata), Reggie (Gable Caney), Rufus (Reward RJ). Fosters check in, but they don't check out. Forever loved -- Cosmo (System Br Mynoel), March 11, 2002 - October 8, 2009.Miss Cosmo was a lady. And a lady always knows when to leave. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BradyzMommy Posted July 17, 2008 Share Posted July 17, 2008 I am so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6greyhounds Posted July 17, 2008 Share Posted July 17, 2008 So sorry for your loss of Butch - May he race with all the Bridge Angels Quote It is better to have loved and lostThan never to have loved at allMissing my Big Blue eyed Bear Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nyGreys Posted July 17, 2008 Share Posted July 17, 2008 I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved Butch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted July 17, 2008 Share Posted July 17, 2008 Sending my sympathy Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Guest MySkye Posted July 17, 2008 Share Posted July 17, 2008 Marina, So very sorry to hear the loss of your beloved Butch. May you find comfort that you gave another senior the best gift possible, a loving, safe and secure home for as long as he needed it. Warmly, Lori Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fsugrad Posted July 17, 2008 Share Posted July 17, 2008 I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved Butch. Quote Rita, mom to Dakota (Dakotas Dream) & Wish (Kiowa Wish Wish) and my angels Toby (Sol Marcus) and Robin (Greys Robin Hood) Forever missing our beloved Robin and Toby "Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened." Anatole France Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iluvgreys Posted July 17, 2008 Share Posted July 17, 2008 I remember that special GUR. Butch knew he was a beloved family member and will be greatly missed. Bless you for giving him extraordinary care during his twilight years. Godspeed, sweet boy... Quote Jeanne with Remington & Scooter the cat....and Beloved Bridge Angels Sandee, Shari, Wells, Derby, Phoenix, Jerry Lee and Finnian.....If tears could build a stairway, and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heavenand bring you home again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest lionessgrace Posted July 17, 2008 Share Posted July 17, 2008 So sorry! Run in peace Butch! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawthorn Posted July 17, 2008 Share Posted July 17, 2008 Rest in peace, Butch Quote When a relationship of love is disrupted, the relationship does not cease. The love continues; therefore, the relationship continues. The work of grief is to reconcile and redeem life to a different love relationship. ~ W Scott Lineberry Always Greyhounds Home Boarding and Greyhounds With Love House Sitting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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