DaisyDoodle Posted January 18, 2010 Posted January 18, 2010 My mom's struggle with dementia is over. She passed away early Thursday morning after breaking her hip last Saturday. I was able to hold her in my arms as she took her last breaths. I am so terribly sad that she is gone, but also grateful that her battle with the horrible affliction that is Alzheimer's is complete. She fought to keep going 'til the very end. Yesterday, we were at the funeral home tending to details, and talk turned to greyhound adoption between DH and the owner's son (who is interested in adopting), while I was in with my mom's own hairdresser, who was doing mom's hair. The owner's son told DH that the gentleman who was laid out in the room where my mom would be today was a greyhound trainer. They asked us to bring Daisy into the viewing so they could take pictures in front of the casket. I felt so good to be able to help this family and to see how moved they were to be able to interact with a greyhound on such a sad day. So, today, please say a prayer and ask your bridge angels to roo a warm welcome to my mom, Gladys Barre, and Mr. Walter Mitz, who had the 1974 S Dakota Juvenile Stakes Race winner (among many others I'm sure) to his credit. Please visit AuclairFuneralHome.com for both obituaries. Donna Quote DonnaMolly the Border Collie & Poquita the American-born Podenga Bridge Babies: Daisy (Positive Delta) 8/7/2000 - 4/6/2115, Agnes--angel Sage's baby (Regall Rosario) 11/12/01 - 12/18/13, Lucky the mix (Found, w 10 puppies 8/96-Bridge 7/28/11, app. age 16) & CoCo (Cosmo Comet) 12/28/89-5/4/04
Guest FastDogsOwnMe Posted January 18, 2010 Posted January 18, 2010 I'm so sorry for your loss. Quote
lovinggreysslp Posted January 18, 2010 Posted January 18, 2010 I am so sorry to hear about your Mom. Quote Cosmo (Fuzz Face Cosmos), Holmes (He's a Dream), Boomer (USS Baby Boomer), Ella and missing our angels Clay (Red Clay), Train (Nite Train), Trip (Bock's Teddy Bear),Larry (Bohemian Frigid) and Jimmy (Bohemian Raw)
dante2zoe Posted January 18, 2010 Posted January 18, 2010 I am so very sorry for your loss of your mother and for the family of Mr. Mitz. Quote Cindy with Miss Fancypants, Paris Bueller, Zeke, and Angus Dante (Dg's Boyd), Zoe (In a While), Brady (Devilish Effect), Goose (BG Shotgun), Maverick (BG ShoMe), Maggie (All Trades Jax), Sherman (LNB Herman Bad) and Indy (BYB whippet) forever in my heart The flame that burns the brightest, burns the fastest and leaves the biggest shadow
MandysMom Posted January 18, 2010 Posted January 18, 2010 I am sorry for your loss and for the loss of Mr. Mitz. Quote Beverly. Missing my happy toy-flinging boy Sammy (Where's Mandrill), (8/12/2009-9/30-2021) Desperately missing my angel Mandy (BB's Luv) [7/1/2000 - 9/18/2012]. Always missing Meg the Dalmatian and Ralph Malph the Pekeapoo.
riverbosun Posted January 18, 2010 Posted January 18, 2010 Donna, My sympathy on the loss of your Mom. Quote Barbara Majestic and Ranger "If you want to hear the patter of little feet I'll put shoes on my dogs."
BootsyCollins Posted January 18, 2010 Posted January 18, 2010 I'm so, so sorry. I can't imagine the pain you must be feeling. Quote Christie and Bootsy (Turt McGurt and Gil too) Loving and missing Argos & Likky, forever and ever. ~Old age means realizing you will never own all the dogs you wanted to. ~
Guest Lovemyhound Posted January 18, 2010 Posted January 18, 2010 Ah, such an inspirational story, thank you for sharing. God Bless you, your mom, and your family and the family of Mr. Walter Mitz. Quote
GreyPoopon Posted January 18, 2010 Posted January 18, 2010 I'm so very sorry. Quote Standard Poodle Daisy (12/13) Missing Cora (RL Nevada 5/99-10/09), Piper (Cee Bar Easy 2/99-1/10), Tally (Thunder La La 9/99-3/10), Edie (Daring Reva 9/99-10/12), Dixie (Kiowa Secret Sue 11/01-1/13), Jessie (P's Real Time 11/98-3/13), token boy Graham (Zydeco Dancer 9/00-5/13), Cal (Back Already 12/99-11/13), Betsy (Back Kick Beth 11/98-12/13), Standard Poodles Minnie (1/99-1/14) + Perry (9/98-2/14), Annie (Do Marcia 9/03-10/14), Pink (Miss Pinky Baker 1/02-6/15), Poppy (Cmon Err Not 8/05-1/16), Kat (Jax Candy 5/05-5/17), Ivy (Jax Isis 10/07-7/21), Hildy (Braska Hildy 7/10-12/22), Opal (Jax Opal 7/08-4/23). Toodles (BL Toodles 7/09-4/24)
Guest AmberGusDad Posted January 18, 2010 Posted January 18, 2010 My mom's struggle with dementia is over. Donna, I am so terribly sorry. I lost my Mom from dementia, a cruel disease. Please be well.... Quote
Guest Swifthounds Posted January 18, 2010 Posted January 18, 2010 I am sorry for your loss and for the loss of Mr. Mitz. How nice that you could make such a lovely tribute for someone else. Quote
robinw Posted January 18, 2010 Posted January 18, 2010 Donna, I'm so sorry. I lost my grandma to dementia. It's truly an awful disease. Take care. Quote Xavi the galgo and Peter the cat. Missing Iker the galgo ?-Feb.9/19, Treasure (USS Treasure) April 12/01-May 6/13, Phoenix (Hallo Top Son) Dec.14/99-June 4/11 and Loca (Reko Swahili) Oct.9/95 - June 1/09, Allen the boss cat, died late November, 2021, age 19.
Guest JMinAugustaGA Posted January 18, 2010 Posted January 18, 2010 I am so, so sorry. May God comfort you today and always. Quote
45MPHK9 Posted January 18, 2010 Posted January 18, 2010 Quote Tricia with Kyle, our senior mutt dog Always missing Murray Maldives, Bee Wiseman, River, Hopper, Kaia, and Holly Oaks Holly“You don't need a weatherman to know which way the wind blows.“ -Bob Dylan
Guest boondog Posted January 18, 2010 Posted January 18, 2010 I'm so very sorry. What a bittersweet story. Quote
RobinM Posted January 18, 2010 Posted January 18, 2010 I am so sorry for the loss of your mom. I am a member of that club too and it sucks. RIP Gladys Barre & Mr. Mitz 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
Pippin Posted January 18, 2010 Posted January 18, 2010 Godspeed her, and may God comfort you and all who love her. Quote Mary Semper Fi, Dad - I miss you. Remembering Carla Benoist, a Greyhound/Pibble's bestest friend, Princess Zoe Brick-Butt, the little IG with the huge impact on hearts around the world - Miz Foxy - Greyhound Trish - Batman, the Roman-nosed Gentleman - Profile, the Handsome Man - Hunky the Hunkalicious - Jeany the Beautiful Lady- Zema, the most beautiful girl in the world - Jessie, the lovable nuisance - and my 3 Greys: my Angie-girl, my Casey-girl, and The Majestic Pippin, running forever in my heart. (I will always love you and miss you,my friends)
Guest jade1046 Posted January 18, 2010 Posted January 18, 2010 My condolences on the loss of your mom. Quote
maggiespet Posted January 18, 2010 Posted January 18, 2010 I'm so very sorry. Your Mom is in my prayers tonight. Quote http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g240/mtbucket/siggies/Everyday-2.jpgJane - forever servant to the whims and wishes of Maggie (L's Magnolia of JCKC) and Sam the mutt pup.[/b] She's classy, sassy and a bit smart assy.
CaliforniaGreys Posted January 18, 2010 Posted January 18, 2010 Donna, I am so so sorry you lost your mom. I lost my mom not long ago to the same terrible disease. And although it is a blessing for them, we are left behind to hurt and miss them and who they used to be. I am so glad to hear that you were with her at the end. May all our Angels take care of and welcome her. You're in my thoughts and my prayers. Claudia Quote Missing my little Misty who took a huge piece of my heart with her on 5/2/09, and Ekko, on 6/28/12 For the sick, the lost, and the homeless
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