macoduck Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 (edited) Father Al died peacefully in his sleep at 1am today. He will now be with his beloved greyhounds that went before him. When funeral announcements have been made I'll post that information here. Edited May 20, 2012 by macoduck Quote Freshy (Droopys Fresh), NoAh the podenco orito, Howie the portuguese podengo maneto Angels: Rita the podenco maneta, Lila, the podenco, Mr X aka Denali, Lulu the podenco andaluz, Hada the podenco maneta, Georgie Girl (UMR Cordella), Charlie the iggy, Mazy (CBR Crazy Girl), Potato, my mystery ibizan girl, Allen (M's Pretty Boy), Percy (Fast But True), Mikey (Doray's Patuti), Pudge le mutt, Tessa the iggy, Possum (Apostle), Gracie (Dusty Lady), Harold (Slatex Harold), "Cousin" Simon our step-iggy, Little Dude the iggy ,Bandit (Bb Blue Jay), Niña the galgo, Wally (Allen Hogg), Thane (Pog Mo Thoine), Oliver (JJ Special Agent), Comet, & Rosie our original mutt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robinw Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 I remember Father Al. The dogs loved him. 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MP_the4pack Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 I'm sorry to hear that. I thought he was doing better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbhounds Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 I'm sure he was met by a bunch of wagging tails. Prayers to the family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mychip1 Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 What a beautiful photograph......Sounds like an equally beautiful human being..... Quote Robin, EZ (Tribal Track), JJ (What a Story), Dustin (E's Full House) and our beautiful Jack (Mana Black Jack) and Lily (Chip's Little Miss Lily) both at the BridgeThe WFUBCC honors our beautiful friends at the bridge. Godspeed sweet angels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonnaBehr Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 He will be missed by the greyhound people and their hounds. RIP Father Al. Quote Mom to Melly and Dani Greyhound Bridge Angels - Jessie, Brittne, Buddy, Red, Chica, Ford and Dodge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest twoskinnydogs Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 Never had the honor of meeting him, but I heard many many people say greyt things about him. The greyhound community suffered a great loss today. God be with Father Al and his family in this time of sorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PattyE Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 Such a lovely photo. RIP Father. 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...
FiveRoooooers Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 Rest in Peace Father Al. That is the most beautiful photo. Thank you Ducky for posting it. Quote Old Dogs are the Best Dogs. Thank you, campers. Current enrollees: Punkin. AnnIE Oooh M Angels: Pal . Segugio. Sorella (TPGIT). LadyBug. Zeke-aroni. MiMi Sizzle Pants. Gracie. Seamie . (Foster)Sweet. Andy. PaddyALVIN!Mayhem. Bosco. Bruno. Dottie B. Trevor Double-Heart. Bea. Cletus, KLTO. Aiden 1-4. Upon reflection, our lives are often referenced in parts defined by the all-too-short lives of our dogs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 I was so sorry to read this. 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...
Rickiesmom Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 Add me to the number of people who never met him, but wish they had. Rest in peace Father, and in the harmony of the love that surrounds you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greybookends Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 Father Al will be missed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Time4ANap Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 Rest in Peace Father Al. Quote Camp Broodie. The current home of Mark Kay Mark Jack and Gracie Kiowa Safe Joan. Always missing my boy Rocket Hi Noon Rocket, Allie Phoenix Dynamite, Kate Miss Kate, Starz Under Da Starz, Petunia MW Neptunia, Diva Astar Dashindiva, and LaVida I've Got Life Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BrianRke Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 He will certainly be missed be people and hounds alike. I hope he is surrounded by all our bridge hounds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macoduck Posted May 17, 2012 Author Share Posted May 17, 2012 Marilyn has spoken with Father Al's cousin, Gloria. Gloria said Father Al would love for you to donate to the greyhound rescue group of your choice. Marilyn has written a tribute to Father Al on her Grey Haven site: http://www.ahome4greys.org/home She also provides a mailing address if you would like to send a card to the family. Quote Freshy (Droopys Fresh), NoAh the podenco orito, Howie the portuguese podengo maneto Angels: Rita the podenco maneta, Lila, the podenco, Mr X aka Denali, Lulu the podenco andaluz, Hada the podenco maneta, Georgie Girl (UMR Cordella), Charlie the iggy, Mazy (CBR Crazy Girl), Potato, my mystery ibizan girl, Allen (M's Pretty Boy), Percy (Fast But True), Mikey (Doray's Patuti), Pudge le mutt, Tessa the iggy, Possum (Apostle), Gracie (Dusty Lady), Harold (Slatex Harold), "Cousin" Simon our step-iggy, Little Dude the iggy ,Bandit (Bb Blue Jay), Niña the galgo, Wally (Allen Hogg), Thane (Pog Mo Thoine), Oliver (JJ Special Agent), Comet, & Rosie our original mutt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 Godspeed, Father Al. 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...
riverbosun Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 Godspeed Father Al. Quote Barbara Majestic and Ranger "If you want to hear the patter of little feet I'll put shoes on my dogs." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest friendsofFrAl Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 Dear friends of Al in Dog, We are students at the UNCW Catholic Campus Ministry. We have been blessed for the past few years to know Al and his beloved greyhounds, Captain and Willow. Al found great companionship in his greyhound children and in the community of greyhound caretakers. We thank you for caring for Al and sending such love to him over these past trying months. Al would want you to know how much he loved his greyhound community. His last word to his ministry was "rejoice". Below we have posted the funeral arrangements. The following arrangements have been made for the Vigil for the Deceased, the Funeral Mass and the Rite of Committal for the Reverend Alan J. Dash: Reception of the Body, Vigil for the Deceased and Visitation: The Reception of the Body and Vigil for the Deceased will take place on Sunday, May 20, 2012 at Saint Mark Catholic Church in Wilmington at 7 pm with the Rev. Joseph G. Vetter, presiding. The Visitation will continue to 9 pm. Funeral Mass: The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 am on Monday, May 21, 2012 at Saint Mark Catholic Church in Wilmington with the Most Rev. Michael F. Burbidge, Principal Celebrant and the Rev. Msgr. John A. Wall, Homilist. Rite of Committal: Committal will be at the parish cemetery at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Newton Grove following the Funeral Mass. A reception in the parish hall will follow the Rite of Committal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macoduck Posted May 18, 2012 Author Share Posted May 18, 2012 Thank you for posting about the services. Do you think it would be OK if I brought my greyhound Gracie attended the reception on Sunday since I will not be able to come down for the Mass or Rite of Committal. Gracie is a registered therapy dog. Quote Freshy (Droopys Fresh), NoAh the podenco orito, Howie the portuguese podengo maneto Angels: Rita the podenco maneta, Lila, the podenco, Mr X aka Denali, Lulu the podenco andaluz, Hada the podenco maneta, Georgie Girl (UMR Cordella), Charlie the iggy, Mazy (CBR Crazy Girl), Potato, my mystery ibizan girl, Allen (M's Pretty Boy), Percy (Fast But True), Mikey (Doray's Patuti), Pudge le mutt, Tessa the iggy, Possum (Apostle), Gracie (Dusty Lady), Harold (Slatex Harold), "Cousin" Simon our step-iggy, Little Dude the iggy ,Bandit (Bb Blue Jay), Niña the galgo, Wally (Allen Hogg), Thane (Pog Mo Thoine), Oliver (JJ Special Agent), Comet, & Rosie our original mutt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sabrina Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 RIP Father Al 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...
RaineysMom Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 I'm sure he is in good company at the bridge and the dogs will be so happy to see him. Rest in Peace, Father Al :cry1 Quote Kim and Bruce - with Rick (Rick Roufus 6/30/16) and missing my sweet greyhound Angels Rainey (LG's Rainey 10/4/2000 - 3/8/2011), Anubis (RJ's Saint Nick 12/25/2001 - 9/12/12) and Zeke (Hey Who Whiz It 4/6/2009 - 7/20/2020) and Larry (PTL Laroach 2/24/2007 - 8/2/2020) -- and Chester (Lab) (8/31/1990 - 5/3/2005), Captain (Schipperke) (10/12/1992 - 6/13/2005) and Remy (GSP) (?/?/1998 - 1/6/2005) at the bridge"Always do sober what you said you'd do drunk. That will teach you to keep your mouth shut." -- Ernest Hemmingway Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom2four Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 Marilyn has spoken with Father Al's cousin, Gloria. Gloria said Father Al would love for you to donate to the greyhound rescue group of your choice. Marilyn has written a tribute to Father Al on her Grey Haven site: http://www.ahome4greys.org/home She also provides a mailing address if you would like to send a card to the family. What a touching story. Respectfully, instead of saying "Rest in Peace, Father Al" I'd like to say "Enjoy all the Greyhounds that surround you now, Father Al, because there are sure to be many." Condolences to all that loved Father Al. Quote Tin and Michael and Lucas, Picasso, Hero, Oasis, Galina, Neizan, Enzo, Salvo and Noor the Galgos. Remembering Bridge Angel Greyhounds: Tosca, Jamey, Master, Diego, and Ambi; plus Angel Galgos Jules, Marco and Baltasar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest arlosmom Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 We will so miss Al and his beloved hounds. I have several pics of him with our dogs and I will try to look them up and post. We will be attending the visitation and mass. My husband has valued the recent time visiting him in the hospital. The heavens are rejoicing to receive the good and faithful servant that was Al Dash. We will miss you and so will the hounds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jettcricket Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 I remember my first Dewey many years ago. We went to the blessing of the hounds on an early Saturday morning. It was a beautiful morning....after Father Al was done doing his sermon you could start to hear the sounds of soft rooing from all corners of the beach and before you knew it, there was a cresendo of greyhounds rooing looking up to the heavens.....I became very emotional. It was a beautiful moment...I have no doubt that when Father Al left this earth that he was greeted by many, many furkids. RIP dear man...and pease tell my bridge kids how much Mommy and Daddy miss them and love them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest friendsofFrAl Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 Dear Macoduck, We appreciate your offer wholeheartedly to bring Gracie to the reception on Sunday however, because of Father Al's status and all of the details that the diocese requires, we unfortunately cannot allow you to bring Gracie. We thank you for the request and hope to see you at the reception regardless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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