In Loving Memory

Simba, Simba Man, Chimba, Simber, Dog boy - There are no words to describe the love we have for you, but I’ll do my best. You came before. Before I met Ryan, before kids, when it was just me and you buddy. You’ve brought so much joy to our lives and the kid's lives. You were our companion, our friend, our super dog. 16.5 years is a lot of life for a doggo but in no way was it enough. 💔 This hurts, soo much, but I know you are at peace. I hope you’re telling all of your pals in heaven about being treated like a king for the day. Bacon, Lion’s Choice roast beef, all the snuggles and being held. You are leaving a hole in our family, but watching everyone come together on your final day to be by your side was incredibly beautiful. You laid with me, sat on Dad's lap, the boys held you, scratching that favorite spot on your head, and your girl laid with you and helped you be at peace. Cosmo and Penny checked on you and showed you love and Peanut placed her head on your chest in your final moments. We were all right there with you. After you crossed the rainbow bridge, our sweet girl said that it feels like we aren’t a family without you. While she’s navigating her grief in her own way, I reminded her that our love for you doesn’t disappear. Loving you, wherever you are now, is what keeps us together. Rest in peace, our sweet boy. 🐾 🐕 ❤️‍🩹 🌈

I can’t believe today has been a whole month without you. The house feels so empty without you. My steps feel so lonely without you walking in my shadow. The bed seems so cold without you sleeping at my feet. The house doesn’t seem the same without you waiting in the yard for me to get home. Getting ready in the morning seems so strange without you lying in the doorway. Before I leave the house, I look in the mirror one more time and still expect to see you next to me. Some days it feels like a small bee sting, and others it’s like I’m inside a glass shop during an earthquake, with each piece of glass shattering into a million pieces. Every day I miss you in a different way. I miss your smile and how vocally excited you got when we picked you up after we got back from vacation. How you used to snuggle under the covers with me when you were cold and how you gave THE BEST hugs (I think I’ll miss that the most). Godsmack wrote in one of their songs, “You’re everything that feels like home to me,” and that’s so fitting! You were my ride or die … my best friend … and my pupper mate!

Forever our sunny girl. We miss you so much already. We couldn’t have asked for a better best friend.

Chance- you might have been the smallest in the house but your presence and personality were larger than life. I knew the moment I saw you at 6 months old, I had to be your mommy. Thank you for loving me, trusting me and being there for me during the darkest of days. My heart is broken that you are not here but I know you are with daddy which brings me comfort. I can’t wait to see you again and give you the biggest belly rubs and your filet mignon Love you with every ounce of my being

Together again. Julie and Cy.

Oliver came into my life when he was just twelve weeks old—small, beautiful, playful, and full of sass. From the very beginning, he had a presence that filled our home and our hearts. He wasn’t just a pet; he became our baby, a constant source of happiness, love, and comfort for my daughter and me. Oliver had his own way about him. He wasn’t friendly with everyone, but he always knew who was worthy of his love. Once you were chosen, you were chosen for life. His loyalty, discernment, and strong spirit made him truly special. Every day with Oliver was a gift. He brought laughter, warmth, and a deep sense of companionship that words can hardly capture. He was part of my life for as long as he could withstand, and when the time came, I knew in my heart that it was his moment to rest. Letting him go was one of the hardest decisions I’ve ever had to make, but it was made out of love. Oliver will always be honored, remembered, and deeply cherished. His love remains with us, woven into our memories and our hearts. I am endlessly thankful for the time we shared and the love he gave so freely. I love you, Oliver. Thank you for choosing us. Thank you for your loyalty, your spirit, and your unconditional love. You will always be my baby. May you rest in perfect peace, sweet Oliver, surrounded by love and light. May you run freely, free from pain, held in the gentle care of God’s eternal presence. Thank you, Lord, for the gift of his life, for the joy he brought, and for the love that will never fade.

Tommy, you changed my heart and my life in ways I can never thank you enough for. Thank you for loving me, for being my constant through so many dark days, you are my soul cat and life will never be the same without you! ❤️❤️❤️

Louis you were the best boy to your Momma. It is hard to imagine life without you. I sure didn't want to let you go. Yardwork will never be the same without you by my side. I will miss you forever my sweet baby boy.

My sweet and beautiful Fey, you meant more to me than words can express. I know I made mistakes, but you were loved every day we were together. I miss you terribly.

Charlie, we are so incredibly blessed to have known you. Every day we think of you and remember what a good boy you were. You loved humans more than dogs, along with home-cooked meals, belly rubs, and especially Babushka feeding you. You could fall asleep on anything soft, anywhere, bask in the sunlight for hours, and you were happiest simply being with your family. Your love fills our hearts forever. I know you’re still with us, in the trees, the moon, and the stars. Thank you for choosing us. 🤍