onrushpam Posted November 20, 2011 Share Posted November 20, 2011 When our good friend, John, moved to Summerwind Farm in Coweta County, we started calling him Colonel Parker. (It's a Southern thing, a bit of a joke and has nothing to do with military service.) When Amy's puppies were born, one looked just like John's dog, Merlin (Amy's littermate). So, I named him Colonel and he eventually went to live at Summerwind Farm, along with his sister, Stella-Stubby. He was the sweetest, goofiest boy and he never forgot us. Every visit to Summerwind began with a big greeting from Colonel and Stella. Stella is on her own now and we don't know what she'll do. Colonel was the only dog who would put up with her wackiness! Colonel had some HUGE health challenges throughout his life, but seemed to be a miracle dog who pulled through every disaster. He was diagnosed with Lymphoma a couple of years ago, but went into remission. Yesterday, he just suddenly crashed. Today, the vet said the Lymphoma had come back and there was nothing to be done. So, Colonel left us. He was a fighter, a lover and a proper greyhound, who loved nothing more than roaming around the pasture, hoping a rabbit or a deer might appear and give him a good run. Colone's GH-DATA page, where you can see his cute puppy picture, with his Uncle Merlin. We'll miss your sweet greetings, Colonel! You were a good boy and we loved you! Quote Pam GPA-Tallahassee/Southeastern Greyhound Adoption "Fate is unalterable only in the sense that given a cause, a certain result must follow, but no cause is inevitable in itself, and man can shape his world if he does not resign himself to ignorance." Pearl S. Buck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cully Posted November 20, 2011 Share Posted November 20, 2011 Run free sweet baby. Quote waiting at the bridge Connie Van Teddy & Jojo, Cobra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Busderpuddle Posted November 20, 2011 Share Posted November 20, 2011 Run free sweet Colonel............ Quote Karen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Batmom Posted November 20, 2011 Share Posted November 20, 2011 I'm sorry he had to leave so soon. Godspeed, handsome Colonel. Quote Star aka Starz Ovation (Ronco x Oneco Maggie*, litter #48538), Coco aka Low Key (Kiowa Mon Manny x Party Hardy, litter # 59881), and mom in IllinoisWe miss Reko Batman (Trouper Zeke x Marque Louisiana), 11/15/95-6/29/06, Rocco the thistledown whippet, 04/29/93-10/14/08, Reko Zema (Mo Kick x Reko Princess), 8/16/98-4/18/10, the most beautiful girl in the whole USA, my good egg Joseph aka Won by a Nose (Oneco Cufflink x Buy Back), 09/22/2003-03/01/2013, and our gentle sweet Gidget (Digitizer, Dodgem by Design x Sobe Mulberry), 1/29/2006-11/22/2014, gone much too soon. Never forgetting CJC's Buckshot, 1/2/07-10/25/10. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carronstar Posted November 20, 2011 Share Posted November 20, 2011 I am so very sorry. Godspeed, Colonel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweetdogs Posted November 20, 2011 Share Posted November 20, 2011 My condolences to all who loved Colonel. What a beautiful boy he was & way too young to leave his family. Godspeed Colonel! Quote Deirdre with Conor (Daring Pocobueno), Keeva (Kiowa Mimi Mona), & kittehs Gemma & robthomas. Our beloved angels Faolin & Liath, & kittehs Mona & Caesar. Remembering Bobby, Doc McCoy, & Chip McGrath. "He feeds you, pets you, adores you, collects your poop in a bag. There's only one explanation: you are a hairy little god." Nick Galifinakis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seeh2o Posted November 20, 2011 Share Posted November 20, 2011 I'm so sorry. Godspeed Colonel Quote Sunsands Doodles: Doodles aka Claire, Bella Run Softly: Softy aka Bowie (the Diamond Dog) Missing my beautiful boy Sunsands Carl 2.25.2003 - 4.1.2014 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest vahoundlover Posted November 20, 2011 Share Posted November 20, 2011 The puppy picture is SOO sweet! He grew up to be a handsome fella. I am sorry he had to leave so soon. Godspeed Sweetheart Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greyhead Posted November 20, 2011 Share Posted November 20, 2011 What a shame he had to leave too young. Sounds like he was a fun, sweet, and handsome lad. My sympathies to Stella and all his people. Quote Mary with Jumper Jack (2/17/11) and angels Shane (PA's Busta Rime, 12/10/02 - 10/14/16) and Spencer (Dutch Laser, 11/25/00 - 3/29/13). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rickiesmom Posted November 20, 2011 Share Posted November 20, 2011 Godspeed Colonel. My heartfelt sympathy to you Pam, and all who loved him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sabrina Posted November 20, 2011 Share Posted November 20, 2011 Run free Colonel Quote Caroline, Mom to Daphne (49B-50215) and Penny (41D-55779)Remembering Bridge Angels Margo and Sabrina Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcR Posted November 20, 2011 Share Posted November 20, 2011 Run free, handsome Colenel Quote Marc and Myun plus Starbuck (the cat)Pinky my AWOL girl, wherever you are, I miss you.Angels Honey (6/30/99-11/3/11) Nadia (5/11/99-6/4/12) Kara (6/5/99-7/17/12) Cleo (4/13/2000-4/19/2014) Antnee (12/1/2002=2/20/17) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlies_Dad Posted November 20, 2011 Share Posted November 20, 2011 I am sorry for Colonel's passing. He sounded like a real fighter. Run free Colonel, run free sweetie... Quote Kyle with Stewie ('Super C Ledoux, Super C Sampson x Sing It Blondie) and forever missing my three angels, Jack ('Roy Jack', Greys Flambeau x Miss Cobblepot) and Charlie ('CTR Midas Touch', Leo's Midas x Hallo Argentina) and Shelby ('Shari's Hooty', Flying Viper x Shari Carusi) running free across the bridge. Gus an coinnich sinn a'rithist my boys and little girl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maryz Posted November 20, 2011 Share Posted November 20, 2011 I'm sorry for your loss. He was very handsome and must have been quite the character. Quote Mary, mom to kitty Rebel.Always missing Sherri (SO DELICIOUS) (12/6/2005-8/29/2018) kitties Marley (4/2000-12/3/2015) and Beady (4/1998-2/24/2006) and Dalmatian Daisy (7/25/1984-5/13/1999). The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not - Thomas Jefferson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
galgrey Posted November 20, 2011 Share Posted November 20, 2011 Quote Cynthia, & Cristiano, galgoAlways in my heart: Frostman Newdawn Frost, Keno Jet Action & Chloe (NGA racing name unknown), Irys (galgo), Hannah (weim), Cruz (galgo), & Carly CW Your Charming Princess http://www.greyhound-data.com/d?i=1018857 "It came to me that every time I lose a dog they take a piece of my heart with them. And every new dog who comes into my life, gifts me with a piece of their heart. If I live long enough, all the components of my heart will be dog, and I will become as generous and loving as they are." -- Unknown Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
45MPHK9 Posted November 20, 2011 Share Posted November 20, 2011 We are very sorry for your loss. 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MandysMom Posted November 20, 2011 Share Posted November 20, 2011 I'm so sorry. Godspeed Colonel 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DesiRayMom Posted November 20, 2011 Share Posted November 20, 2011 Rest in peace, Colonel. My condolences to those who loved you most. Quote Blessed is the person who has earned the love of an old dog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LadyChester Posted November 20, 2011 Share Posted November 20, 2011 Godspeed, Colonel .... :gh_run Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest budsmom Posted November 20, 2011 Share Posted November 20, 2011 What a beautiful boy, I'm so sorry. He was a half brother of my little Twiz, they have the same daddy. My condolences to everyone who loved him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest goofydog Posted November 20, 2011 Share Posted November 20, 2011 Godspeed Colonel. I'll miss seeing your handsome self at the farm. {{{Pam}}} Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grey14me Posted November 20, 2011 Share Posted November 20, 2011 I'm so sorry! Quote Michelle...forever missing her girls, Holly 5/22/99-9/13/10 and Bailey 8/1/93-7/11/05 Religion is the smile on a dog...Edie Brickell Wag more, bark less :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted November 20, 2011 Share Posted November 20, 2011 I am so sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheFullHouse Posted November 20, 2011 Share Posted November 20, 2011 I'm so sorry for your loss. Quote Judy, mom to Darth Vader, Bandita, And Angel Forever in our hearts, DeeYoGee, Dani, Emmy, Andy, Heart, Saint, Valentino, Arrow, Gee, Bebe, Jilly Bean, Bullitt, Pistol, Junior, Sammie, Joey, Gizmo, Do Bee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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