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GRREAT's Forever Friends
Brinkley
(Jan 2001 – May 2012) Named after the dog in the Tom Hank’s movie “You’ve Got Mail,” Brinkley (GRREAT #01-148) touched many hearts. We fostered Brinkley after he suffered a shattered femur, broke the plate, and then began rehab at the vet’s office under heavy sedation. He was but 10 months old at the time of the accident, and his military family could not afford the necessary care, so GRREAT took over care responsibility. We took Brinkley from the vet and nursed him for 2 ½ months. This required separation from our previously rescued Golden named Comet. Once Brinkley was well enough to socialize and the boys worked out who was the “Alpha” dog, the boys got along marvelously. We were privileged to keep Brinkley. Brinkley had an all-teeth smile that scared some but endeared most. We retired to a golf course community in NC and Brinkley became a famous “retriever;” some might even say, “Thief!” Brinkley retrieved golf balls, golf gloves, and hats from unsuspecting golfers plus a knee brace from a tennis player’s hand. Most people tried to hide obvious objects but Brinkley was not deterred. Multiple times I had to go home, wash an item, and then return it to the owner. Unfortunately, Brinkley was diagnosed with anal sac carcinoma on Oct. 7, 2011. The disease sapped his muscular strength but not his spirit. We enjoyed 8 precious months with Brinkley before he went to the Rainbow Bridge on May 27, 2012. He was our friend and companion. We will miss his face every morning at our bedside. There is nothing like a Golden! (120627)
Winston Fisher
For Winston, avid Tar Heel and lover of coffee table feasting, Starbucks frappachinos, central air conditioning, turkey watching, and the art of the cookout theft.
Blondie Janczuk
In loving memory of Blondie Janczuk (GRREAT #03-182), my girl friend. May she rest in peace.
Billion Kann
In loving memory of Billion (GRREAT #07-011), fostered by Lucy Wichlacz. Billy had a hard life until GRREAT rescued him. GRREAT brought him to Lucy, who brought him to our family, where he found love and peace and the forever home he always wanted. We loved him so much, and the big fellow, with his great big heart, loved us back just as dearly. We were so lucky to have shared nearly 5 years with Billy. We loved you so much doggy. You will forever be in our hearts. Daddy and Mommy and the boys. Photo by: JIM POOR Photography
Sassy Palais-Stevens
In memory of Sassy, who went to the Rainbow Bridge on March 20, 2012. Sassy was cherished immeasurably by Julie Palais and Rick Stevens, whose lives she blessed with her loving eyes and wagging tail. She will be deeply missed and yet fondly remembered by Julie, Rick, her two furry canine companions, Bailey and Buddy, and all those who ever had the privilege of meeting her.
Buddy-Love Rosario
Goodbye Sweet Boy. We love you. We miss you like crazy.
Eve, Carlos, and Coco Rosario.
Casey Guest
For my best friend, a year has past already since you have been gone. I think of you every day and I miss you with all my heart. I know I will see you again, until then please keep sending me your signs. Love, mom Cindy Guest
Joshie Salafia
Joshie was our first golden whom we had for 10 glorious years. His special-ness was almost beyond words. His joy of life and ability to love fully and unconditionally amazed us every day. His bond with his Daddy was even more remarkable. They were truly kindred spirits. When we lost him suddenly to cancer in 2009, we weren’t sure our hearts would ever recover from the loss of this angel puppy but time does heal the pain. We have opened our hearts to two new GRREAT goldens, Copper and Ballou, that we love so much, but Joshie is still with us every day. We think of him often and still tear up every time his favorite song “New Soul” comes on the radio. Joshie, we loved you completely every day you were with us and still do. Until we meet again…
Lou, Helen, Katie and Rachel Salafia
Rusty Stephens-Sarrin
On November 4, 2011, just several days shy of his 15th birthday, Rusty (GRREAT #06-055) passed on peacefully. Though he came to be with us through unfortunate circumstances in August 2008 following the passing of family members who had adopted him from GRREAT and taken him to NC to a much better life, we are grateful that he graced our lives. We will always love and remember him for his boundless zest for life (the way he’d throw himself onto the grass and roll around as if there was nothing better), his goofy antics, and his endless tail-wagging. Mostly he’ll be known for his endearing disposition, which touched everyone he came in contact with. He brought immense joy to our lives. We will miss him. Kevin Stephens and Shelley Sarrin
Sparky Guess
Sparky was put to rest at 11:00 AM on October 3, 2011. He went very peacefully. Sparky was born in December 1997. He lived a great long life, and he was the best friend and companion I ever had. I truly miss him, as he touched my heart in many ways, as well of others who knew him. I always told Sparky he was the Sparkles of my Life. Sparky was my 4th Golden Retriever over the past 25 years. During that time, I had three others before him, all females. Sparky was the first male Golden Retriever that I ever had, and words cannot convey the bond we had. GRREAT Golden Retriever Rescue was the best organization I ever went through to place a pet in a home. Thank you for the 5 years we had together. They were the best years Sparky ever had. I let him go to Rainbow Heaven. Kristine J.Guess
