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GRREAT's Forever Friends
Chelsea Bottomley
For Chelsea Bottomley from her friends Aida, Lee and Duncan. Chelsea was a gentle, courageous, sweet Golden. A gracious lady. Her mother and dad (Susan and Dick) devoted incredible efforts to care for her and provided her with so much love. Her sister (Bailey) was a faithful companion who looked out for her and kept her young for so long. Chelsea will always be remembered. Aida Leroy
Maxwell Pinette
In memory of Maxwell Pinette, a gentle Golden who always lifted our spirits. He was most happy spending time with his family, especially his “parents,” Joanne and Rick, and playing and wrestling with his doggie friends. He loved taking walks and swimming in the lake with his mom. And he was his dad’s best buddy, always by his side. Patient and calm, Maxwell was a Canine Good Citizen and therapy dog who loved to spread joy to those who often needed a smile. Sadly, Maxwell had to leave us far too soon, but he lives on in our memories. We love and miss you, Max. Good boy. (written by Philip Pinette, son of Joanne and Rick Pinette). Joe and Virginia Fry
Link Kupferberg
Link was an abandoned dog I rescued from a hunt club into which he wandered in 2001. He was about 2-3 years old. He became my best friend and near constant companion over the next 8 years, and I had to put him down July 28, 2009, as he developed cancer of the spleen. He was incredibly intelligent and expressive, and loved every person and dog he met. He never liked cats very much, and he loved to hunt squirrels. I will miss him dearly–a part of me is gone forever. Paul Kupferberg
Bella King
In memory of Bella King who lit up our lives for 10 years since we adopted her at 2½. Bella was our exercise coach, security guard, friend and constant companion. She brought us energy and entertainment, and she even babysat the other family dogs. More than anything, she rounded out our family. Bella, the whole family misses you, but at no time more than when we come home and you’re not there to greet us at the door showing us your latest discovery. Thanks for sharing your life with us. Love, Marcia and Norman Marcia and Norman King
Ross Lisse
Rossy (pictured with Zoe the cat) was our beloved Golden Retriever who lived to be 14 years old. We knew he was the one for us from the first moment we met him when he was just 12 weeks old. He was a cute little fur ball who grew into the best dog we could ever ask for. To say he was a bit of a maniac for the first few years of his life is an understatement. His funny prance, his fear of balloons, his love of tennis balls, his obsession with cheese… we miss everything about that quirky little cuddly guy. He brought us more joy than I can truly articulate. He was our best friend and it is hard to imagine our lives without him. The only thing that seems to bring us some solace is knowing in our hearts that we could not have loved him any more. Amanda Dice, for Ken and Tracy Lisse
Rudi Robinson
We adopted Rudi (GRREAT #97-175) after meeting him at his foster home in February 1998. According to his foster parents, he was found as a stray in King George, VA and GRREAT took him in as a foster dog. The first year after adoption was a challenge for both Rudi and us. Rudi went to “dog school” and we were immersed in Rudi’s joyful, typically Golden Retriever ways. We quickly learned that if Rudi slipped off the leash, you would most likely find him either in the nearby creek or at a neighbor’s house begging for dog treats. In turn, Rudi learned basic obedience such as how to walk on a leash without pulling your arm off. All in all it was an unforgettable relationship that we hoped would go on forever. Unfortunately, Rudi succumbed to cancer on 5/26/2009. He was loved by all of us and we miss him greatly. Conway, Martha, Martin, Silvia Robinson
Shelby Collings
To honor Shelby (GRREAT #03-209), the cherished Golden girl and first GRREAT dog of Ken and Mary Collings. Shelby was especially sweet and loving, even by Golden standards. She came into and filled the lives of Ken and Mary in 2003 at the age of 6, and for the next 5½ years she brought them boundless joy. I met Shelby only once, and it was after her diagnosis of cancer. She was so happy and friendly that I never could have guessed that she was not a perfectly healthy dog. Shelby learned to be a happy Golden dog in the Collings home, figuring out that carrying stuffed animals and chasing balls were great fun. While her passing has left a big hole in the hearts of Ken and Mary, the many wonderful memories they have of their beloved girl will surely fill the emptiness and heal their hearts. Shelby will be greatly missed. Louise Davidson
Mary and Ken Collings lost their beloved Shelby after a valiant battle with cancer. She was diagnosed in December 2008 and stayed with the Collings until May 7, 2009. She brought love and joy into the world and will be missed forever. Marie Lavallee
Casey Dowling
Casey was our beloved granddog. Although we were not able to see Casey very often, we knew that she knew us. Each time we would visit she would go directly to the back of our car and retrieve the same stuffed frog toy. We will miss her. Robert Dowling
Brady Stricker
This is in honor of Brady, our “Granddog,” who belonged to the Stricker family in Catonsville, MD. He came into a house with 2 children, but helped bring up 2 more from infancy. Brady was without a doubt the sweetest, best behaved, and most patient dog we have ever seen. He died in April at the age of 12. He was much loved by all and will be much missed. Dave and Kay Larson
Merckx Dougherty
In honor of Merckx (right), brother to Scout (GRREAT #06-103, center) and Cocoa (GRREAT #07-031, left). We love and miss you!! Jennifer, Jim, Abigail, Lily, Scout and Cocoa Dougherty
