crazygang Posted October 12, 2018 Share Posted October 12, 2018 Deepest sympathy.....so very sorry.... Quote Run free our beloved Sir Snowy, Pip, Queenie, Sadie, Tess & Rosie until we meet again......I would rather feel the thorn than to never see the rose Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Banjoman Posted October 12, 2018 Share Posted October 12, 2018 Missr. Don and Miss. Chris we ar sorry that yur Rocket man hadd to leeve yu butt we kno that yu made the best deesishun fower him and now he iz enjoying ise kreem upp att the Bridge. Nutmeg and me were in awe ov his ability to get ise kreem and french fries 'cos we ar KNOT allowed them butt he gott them awl the time! We were KNOT here wen Rocket and Lexie gott marrieed but Banjo told me awl about itt and how he was proud to support Rocket Ov The Dezzert on such a speshul day and to sing and play fower him and Lexie. We send likky kissis to boff ov yu, Chancey and Nutmeg. Quote Miss "England" Carol with whippet lurcher Nutmeg & Zavvi the Chihuahua. R.I.P. Chancey (Goosetree Chance). 24.1.2009 - 14.4.2022. Bluegrass Banjoman. 25.1.2004 - 25.5.2015 and Ch. Sleepyhollow Aida. 30.9.2000 - 10.1.2014. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schnookums Posted October 13, 2018 Share Posted October 13, 2018 I was horrified and very deeply saddened to learn of yours and OUR loss of Rocket. He was such a wonderful part of life, when tuning into Greytalk. Thank you for sharing Rocket's story. I hadn't heard it before. Your paths were meant to cross. You were so lucky he found you and you him!! I just wish that our babies could stay longer. So, So sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mercsmom Posted October 14, 2018 Share Posted October 14, 2018 Quote Momma to Jupiter. Mummy to my Bridge Angels, Mercury and Liberty, the world's best blackngreylabhound Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaimeL Posted October 14, 2018 Share Posted October 14, 2018 Oh Rocket, what a good boy you were. You will be missed by so many. Run free sweet man. Quote Mom to Ranger (PB's Long Ranger), Esso (Kiowa Stay Over) and Cookie the rattie mix Missing Kahn (Gil's Khan) 10-29-03 - 11-7-16 Belle (Regall Belooow) 8-9-07 - 3-12-17 Star (Greyt Star) 1-19-07 - 3-13-2020 Pitch (Emerald Pitch) 4-1-08 - 6-3-2020 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patsy Posted October 14, 2018 Share Posted October 14, 2018 Great card! Hugs. Quote Patsy and DH with the Humane Society specials, Linus & Jazz, in North Dakota Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macoduck Posted October 14, 2018 Share Posted October 14, 2018 Don and Chris, a few years ago I was planning to visit Phoenix for my aunt's 90th birthday until an east coast snowstorm canceled my flight. Although I was saddened to not visit my aunt, I could never let her know that I was even more disappointed to miss out on a chance to meet Rocket. Farewell, sweet Rocket. You were a very good boy. Quote Freshy (Droopys Fresh), NoAh the podenco orito, Rita the podenco maneta, Howie the portuguese podengo maneto Angels: 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...
greg1229 Posted October 15, 2018 Share Posted October 15, 2018 They never stay as long as we want them to. Pretty Sure my Bijou will be there to welcome him and Ellie will be there for him too. Hang in there G Quote Isis, Always in my Heart Bijou, My Sweetest Angel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rustyroo Posted October 18, 2018 Share Posted October 18, 2018 I already sent my condolences on FB, but I want to do it here too. My heart sank when I saw Rocket's name. I wouldn't believe it at first. He will always be a Greytalk favorite. I always think of Rocket when I get fries. Quote Jodie D (hope to have another grey name her soon) Missing my Bridge Babies: Rusty (Cut a Rusty) 10/18/95-06/09/09 Solo (Tali Solo Nino) 01/10/98-03/25/10 Franny (Frohmader) 02/28/04-08/31/17 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustSnoozing Posted October 19, 2018 Share Posted October 19, 2018 Farewell Rocket - you will be missed by so many. Quote Dippy (Dinky Dipstick) and Velvet (Redbrick Velvet). Remembering sweet handsome Rebel (Emporio Rebel). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ozgirl2 Posted October 27, 2018 Share Posted October 27, 2018 I'm so sorry to see Rocket's name here... many hugs to you... Rocket will always be remembered on GT - he's one of the celebrities... Quote Jeannine with Merlin, the crazed tabby cat and his sister, Jasmine, the brat-cat With Angel Cody(Roving Gemini), and Weenie the tortie waiting at the Bridge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Busderpuddle Posted October 28, 2018 Share Posted October 28, 2018 DON !!!! I am just now seeing this. I am so very sorry that it was Rockets time to go. I know how much you and your wife loved that silly pup. He knew it too. Sending you big hugs of comfort. Quote Karen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SIGreyLady Posted November 3, 2018 Share Posted November 3, 2018 So sorry to hear about Rocket. Beautiful tribute to a special boy. Quote Mimi- mom to Burdette (KB's Burdette), Sophie (LL's Stupid Is) and bridge babies Kelsey (Kelso's Logo), Sterling (Cold B Tiger), Fritz, Tasha, Chloe and Molly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kudzu Posted November 15, 2018 Share Posted November 15, 2018 Was terribly sad to read of Rocket's passing. Your posts make him seem so special and full of personality. Farewell, Rocket. Run free on legs made strong and painfree. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Time4ANap Posted October 9, 2020 Author Share Posted October 9, 2020 2 years ago today this wonderful boy had to leave us. While it still feels like yesterday and I miss him like he just left us, he is still making me laugh every day when I think of his antics and the number of ways he "worked the system" to put one over on me all the time. If I reached in my pocket he assumed I was getting car keys and ran to the door, he was always ready for a ride. If I said the word "gas," he ran to the door because going to fill-up the car was his job. If we were discussing getting burgers from a fast food place, the question "What do you want on it?" made him jump up from the bed and go to the door because he knew there would be a ride to the drive-thru. The words "walk" or "ride" caused him to fly through the house to the back door, even if they were only being used in casual conversation. There were times that we had to go for both after accidentally saying one or the other. I also hate having a whole banana to myself. He never begged for human food except for his love of French Fries. I can still picture the drool running on my leg as he hovered over my lap for one fry after another. He also showed up in front of me every night at 8:15 on the dot because he wanted his ice cream. He got a spoonful or two each night and then went out for his last turnout. At about 4:30 each morning he got up and took a tour of the house, checking each room to make sure that everything was okay. I called him "The Night Watchman" when he started doing that. At least now these things bring a smile or a laugh and not as many tears as they used to. He's shown up in dreams at times and I wake up thinking he is still here and look over to his bed, only to find Petunia or Kate. He will definitely always be here. We love you and miss you buddy. 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...
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MerseyGrey Posted October 9, 2020 Share Posted October 9, 2020 You have such wonderful memories of Rocket, which hopefully helped to ease your hearts with time. He sounded like a real character! Quote Buddy Molly 🌈 5/11/10-10/10/23 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macoduck Posted October 9, 2020 Share Posted October 9, 2020 Oh, how these marvelous dogs find a way to amuse us, causing both pain and delight at remembering their past antics. Quote Freshy (Droopys Fresh), NoAh the podenco orito, Rita the podenco maneta, Howie the portuguese podengo maneto Angels: 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...
FiveRoooooers Posted October 9, 2020 Share Posted October 9, 2020 We miss him too. 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...
racindog Posted October 9, 2020 Share Posted October 9, 2020 What a wonderful update for his remembrance this year. Isn't it amazing how they teach us some of the most important things from the bridge? You are right, he taught you well. He will be with you always. His presence on this forum is still palpable. Rocket is still a part of us all and oh how wonderful that is. God bless you and Rocket! Always loved. Never forgotten. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MP_the4pack Posted October 9, 2020 Share Posted October 9, 2020 Mentioning ice cream brought tears to my eyes. I too give my girls ice cream every night. At 9 PM they are in my face. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramonaghan Posted October 9, 2020 Share Posted October 9, 2020 All Hail the King of French Fries. Always in your heart. Quote Rachel with littermates Doolin and Willa, boss cat Tootie, and feline squatters Crumpet and Fezziwig. Missing gentlemen kitties Mud, Henry, and Richard and our beautiful, feisty, silly Sweep. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted October 9, 2020 Share Posted October 9, 2020 I can't believe that it is two years already. 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...
teri_d Posted October 11, 2020 Share Posted October 11, 2020 The walk is never long enough........tonight a toast to the fabulous Rocket. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RaineysMom Posted October 11, 2020 Share Posted October 11, 2020 such a special boy he was! glad you have so many good memories to keep him alive forever 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...
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