Tess Chilling on the couch
We said goodbye yesterday to one of our best buds, our twelve year old newfie—Tess. Tess has been a member of our family for nearly twelve years and was probably one of the sweetest dogs you would have ever met. I don’t know about all of you but my hard drive is littered with photos of my pets and Tess was always a willing subject…I don’t know how many times I said, “Tess, look at the camera.” She was a big part of our family, from the birth of my daughter to eventual additions of three other dogs. She’s been the constant matriarch. She’s been my travel partner on nearly ever road trip for over a decade, and on countless photo excursions. She’s been there for us at times of great loss and amazing joy. She was my muse, my best bud, and our families number one girl. Thanks for being a part of our life…love, John, Staci and Anna.
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John, I am so sorry for your loss. We had a yellow lab—Neo—that passed two years ago, when he was only 9, and we still feel the loss. My thoughts to you and your family.
Tess was an institution. She will be missed forever. What a big sweetie…
John,
I am so sorry for your family’s loss. Our pets truly hold our hearts and there is such a deep void when they are gone. I don’t know you personally or your dear Tess, but tearing up nevertheless.
Heartfelt condolences,
Lori
Im so so sorry..I know how terrible it is to loss the family-pet-member…theres really no words…
Well, that tribute just brought me to tears. I am sorry for your loss, it’s never easy. I have tons of pictures of my scotties, passed ones and current ones. I say get another one soon, cuz a house is not a home without one.
This makes me cry as we are going through the last stages with one of our dogs now.
It shows that Tess had a beautiful life with you. So sorry you are missing her now.
Rochelle
our dearest canine souls are singular losses… the space around is missing their ever presence… and only incrementally can we adjust to the unique absence… but time does heal… best to you and yours in the coming days, t
I’m sorry for your loss. She is beautiful.
Sorry for your loss, John. My wife, Staci, and I had a cat that lived until just short of 20 years. We now have a dog — a Puggle named Petie — that has completely taken control of my heart strings. I hate to think of the day he leaves us…
Ed
So sorry for your loss. What a beautiful critter. At least you have all of those pics to remind you of her. It is like a death in the family. My condolences to all of you. Sue
John,
Sorry to hear of your loss. I am sure the memories of her companionship, loyalty and unconditional love will live with your forever.
Kathy
Truly sorry for your loss. My sis and brother in law just lost one of their dogs a couple of weeks ago. It was like losing a member of the family. Condolences.
Anna
Dear John,
My heart goes out to you and your family. I’m so sorry for your loss. May Tess’s memory be a blessing.
John, Staci and Anna,
I am so sorry for your loss, however a million sorry’s cannot lighten the pain in your hearts. Hold fast to the delight, laughter and wonderful memories Tess brought into your lives. I’m sure she will be sorely missed. Blessings to you all. I will hold you in my heart and keep you in my prayers.
Heartbreaking… I’m so sorry to hear about your loss. Pets become members of the family and it is never easy to see them go. You have to rest assured in the fact that you gave them a wonderful life and as much love as you could.
John,
We lost our best buddy Wednesday last week, so I know how you feel. Our story is almost the same. Buster was our kid before we had kids, and was the willing subject of many of my best shots. Even when he had a bad hair day (or as often was the case, a bad tongue day), he was happy to have his picture taken with a “what are you looking at?” grin on his face. I hope your grief is short and the memories long. Dust off the corners of that hard drive and celebrate the good times.
-Kevin
Tess gave me the “What are you looking at?” grin a few times too. Thanks for sharing…John
“Dogs’ lives are too short. Their only fault, really.” –Agnes Sligh Turnbull
I’m so sorry for your loss. Pets truly become members of the family and losing one leaves a big hole in everyone’s hearts. Our loyal family dog died not too long ago, so I know what you’re going through. It’s still difficult to look through all my photos of her without tearing up… but having them is a blessing.
Great quote….thanks for sharing it…;)
“Until one has loved an animal, a part of one’s soul remains unawakened.” — Unknown. You were lucky to find Tess and I’m sure she felt the same way about your family. So sorry for your loss.
Losing a pet, especially one that has been with us for so long is very hard. I am sorry for your families loss
She was a beauty!
Until you have lost a pet it is hard to understand the feeling of loss. I still miss my best dog over 12 years ago and even though I have others and love them none have been able to take her place.
I am truely sorry for you loss of Tess.
Hey John,
Really feeling for you and the family in this difficult circumstance. I’ve had to leave loved family pets behind in other countries a few times and that was tough enough… Wishing you much comfort mate.
Tim, thanks for your kind words.
John,
I am so sorry for your loss. Tess was a beautiful dog, I can see her sweet, loving, happy soul through her eyes. The photo with Anna is so precious.. sisters.
Losing a pet/furbaby is so difficult, especially after so many years. Sometimes we forget they aren’t there… we realize they are gone… their love lives on in our hearts.
I lost Shaiti/13 in Oct., Shashi/14 in June. I told them to find Tess, welcome her to the Rainbow Bridge wild bunch.
Sheila
Sheila,
Thanks for your sweet comments…;) John
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