#1 here. After that happy earlier post today, Tommy's state deteriorated very suddenly late morning today. I took him to the vet's along with Gabriel (Mr. G), and Gabriel's Mum, Nadine. As soon as she saw him, Christina (vet) knew that things were bad. His abdomen was full of blood. He was suffering. He left surrounded by love, and hugged by all of us.
Here are the two last photos:
I had called my neighbours (Fernant's family) and, by the time we got back, they had already dug a grave. Tommy was buried in my garden, in the shade of my Japanese cherry tree .
I will do a commemorative post in a few days' time. Thank you, everyone, for your kindness and support.
Dear Tommy and family I learned of your illness from many many of your loving friends. You were surely a most handsome boy and I'm sorry I didn't know you myself. To your family I send sympathy at their loss of their precious boy. To you I say run free without pain and may the sun keep you warm and you have gentle breezes on your furs for ever more. I know many of your Angel friends were waiting to greet you OTRB.
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Cecilia aka Mom to Angel Madi
PS pardon deletion above there as a typo
What a full and wonderful life Tommy lived! LSBnWNC
ReplyDeleteWe miss the words... We're all heartbroken here. We think of you #1, and of all the Poupounette Gang. Purrs and hugs
ReplyDeleteHugs and purrs to you.
ReplyDeleteso very sorry for the loss of Tommy! We are glad you had some quality time with him since his diagnosis but we know no matter how prepared we think we are, loss is still a shock. Warm hugs!
ReplyDeleteOur deepest condolences for your loss. We know Tommy will be looking over you in spirit. We're sending lots of healing purrs your way.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry for your loss.
ReplyDeleteTommy had a great life and you were there for him till the very end.
Thoughts and courage from Montreal.
Danièle
I just know how it hurts and the tears are flowing. I'm sorry beyond words and we send you all our love. Tommy was special to all of us in the blogosphere and we'll always remember the happy guy.
ReplyDeleteWe are so very sorry. We were hoping you would have more time with your sweet Tommy. He was a special woofie and will be missed by so many. Purrs....
ReplyDeleteWe are so very sorry. Sending gentle purrs of comfort and love your way.
ReplyDeleteHeartsick for you, Virginia - we just can't believe it. Tommy was just such a special boy. We just don't know what to say. We are all so sad and Mom is full of tears:( We send you gentle hugs and lots of love.
ReplyDeleteWith much love, Kathie and the pups
This post made my human cry - I'm sure there are lots of tears in the blogosphere and amongst all of your and Tommy's IRL friends right now. He was such an incredible presence. Today is such a sad day for everyone. Lots of purrs to you and the Chans.
ReplyDeleteWe're so sorry to hear that Tommy has crossed the Rainbow Bridge. It's good to see that you both were surrounded by good friends during this difficult time. Our paws are crossed for all of you.
ReplyDeleteWe are so so sorry. Big tears here for you Tommy and #1. Please know that he was such a lucky dog to have had such a great home and such a great life. Sending tons of hugs.
ReplyDeleteLove and hugs for you Virginia. WE know that Tommy was a very special companion.He was an amazing and gentle dog.Our eyes are leaky.We will miss that sweet dog too.
ReplyDeleteHugs, Nancy and Georgia,JJ and Julie
As we commented on FB, no words...
ReplyDeleteJust the hopes NAK has greeted NAT with some bumps and bouches
We've included NAT on our post for Friday
H&K,
ALL of us at NAK's Khottage
We send you gentle head bonks and purrs to comfort you. Tommy was such a sweet boy. He will be truly missed. All the goofy grinning shots of him and the flying ears pictures. Again saying our prayers for you all. Tommy run free of pain over the Rainbow Bridge.
ReplyDeleteIci les larmes coulent pour vous et Tommy parti trop tôt mais Îl â eu une vie magnifique avec beaucoup d'amour, de soins, d'amis bipèdes et quadrupèdes ét une vraie vie de chien â profiter de la campagne, de sa chère balle... Vous ne pouviez pas faire mieux pour lui, meme ses derniers instants ont été pleins de joie et d'amour. Bon courage à vous et aussi au gang auquel il va beaucoup manquer... Suis de tout cœur avec vous. Michéle
ReplyDeletewhat can we say, while our tears run like crazy ... hugs to you... we will keep him in our hearts forever and ever...
ReplyDeleteFarewell. You have left love behind ...
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry, and like everyone had hoped Tommy would have more time. Tommy was a wonderful companion to you and the Chans and will be sorely missed.
ReplyDeleteWhat an amazing boy, right down to his last day. He chose well the home he lived in! Nowhere could he have felt more love! Virginia, we wish you peace and lots of cuddles with the Chans.
ReplyDeleteSimon and Lorine and the Island Chans xx
I'm so sorry for your loss of sweet Tommy. It's really loss for everyone - he was such a cheerful, gentle, and friendly boy and we loved seeing his happy face and flying ears. We will miss him so much. Sending hugs and warm thoughts your way. xo
ReplyDeleteOur hearts go out to you. It's so very hard to lose our fur babies. Rest now with the angel's Tommy.
ReplyDeletehugs,
Kim
I am so so sorry that Tommy has gone from you right now. I loved him too. I will miss seeing him and reading about his daily adventures and loving companionship. He absolutely knew he was deeply loved...cherished and that great love is what enrobed him as he walked away.
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry to read this, but glad you could be together for him. I just went through something similar a week or so ago with my beloved Aerin. ((hugs))
ReplyDeletePoor Tommy, poor Mistress. ..
ReplyDeleteFrimousse's Master
Our hearts hurt for you. We know just how hard it is to lose a family member. Hugs to you♥
ReplyDeleteOur hearts are broken by Tommy leaving. We had hoped he would have more time to spend with you and the Chan's. Mum is all leaky eyed thinking about this. Love, purrs and hugs.
ReplyDelete((Hugs))
ReplyDeleteRest in pain-free peace Tommy. Take comfort in knowing you gave him one last very special gift even though your hearts are broken. I'm so sorry.
ReplyDeleteYour entire family is in my thoughts and prayers. What a handsome angel you now have watching over you.
ReplyDeleteDeerest Miss Virginia please accept our deep sympaffiess on yore loss of Tommy poochie. Hee was sure one of THE kewlest poochiess mee meeted online. Yore a wudnerfull Mummy an mee an LadyMew beeleeve Tommy iss with Chan Kittiess an they all watchin over you. An when efurr you get THE sadss you can visit Tommy inn THE garden....Wee sendss lotss of Love, {{{hugsss}}} an ~~~head rubsss~~~ BellaDharma an LadyMew~~~
ReplyDelete#1 we r so sorree, big slobbery dog kisses to yoo
ReplyDeleteOh I am so very sorry and sad to hear that tommy has gone over the bridge...he was such a handsome dog...I am sending virtual hugs to you and the chans xxx
ReplyDeleteCrushing news. Tommy was the most wonderful dog ever. I can only imagine the terrible sense of loss you feel. I am heartbroken . I always felt like I knew him even though I live a world away. Thank you for sharing him with all of us. The special candle has been lit, it light shining brightly, for our precious boy.
ReplyDeleteTommy, Iwill love you forever.
Thanks to you for sharing Tommy with all of us these past 11 years, V. Holding you, and Tommy's memory, in my heart.
ReplyDeleteWe are so sorry fur your loss. Tommy will be missed, but he'll live on in hearts and memories furever. We're sendin' big hugs and purrayers.
ReplyDeleteLuv ya'
Dezi and Raena
We are so sorry for the loss of your sweet Tommy.
ReplyDeleteI am so deeply, deeply sorry for your loss. Sweet Tommy, I hurt for you and send you prayers of comfort.
ReplyDeleteBonsoir The Poupounette Gang.
ReplyDeleteComme c'est triste :'(
Il est parti si vite !
RIP TOMMY ♥
Il sera toujours dans ton coeur.
Bises consolatrices.
So sorry to hear about your sweet boy. You did a wonderful job of giving him a wonderful life, from beginning to end.
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Julie and Poppy Q
we are so sorry to hear of Tommy's passing. We send our biggest purrs.
ReplyDeleteWe are very sorry to hear the sad news about sweet Tommy. He lived a wonderful life and will be greatly missed. We send you comforting hugs and purrs.
ReplyDeleteSo very sorry to hear sweet Tommy has crossed his Bridge. What a wonderful life he lived with you and your gang. Hugs and comforting purrs.
ReplyDeleteFly high and run fast Tommy. We will miss you and your great love for everyone you meet.
ReplyDeleteWe haven't been visiting much lately and we were so sad to see the news about Tommy. He was so happy and such a wonderful doggy. Sending our soft purrs to comfort you in your sorrow....
ReplyDeleteCharlemagne and Tamar
We are so very sorry to hear. Tommy was a very special boy and we know he was so loved.
ReplyDeleteSo deeply sorry for the loss of your beloved Tommy😿 Soft Pawkisses to comfort you. Fly free beautiful soul💗💗💗
ReplyDeleteI am so very very sorry. I send you love and the hope for peace. Rest in peace, Tommy.
ReplyDeleteThough I don't follow your blog regularly, I learned about Tommy's passing and had to come and give my condolences. Tommy was clearly loved, and the next entry, showing the cats saying good-bye, is precious. What memories of affection. Such memories are the best thing a life can make. Godspeed, Tommy.
ReplyDeleteCharlee: "We're very sorry to here that Tommy had to go to the Rainbow Bridge."
ReplyDeleteChaplin: "Run free, Tommy, and be sure to stop by Tucker's Everlasting Rainbow Bridge Buffet to say hi to Dennis and the gang and get a special treat."
So very sorry you had to say good bye to your sweet Tommy. Sending oodles of poodles of loving thoughts and pray your precious memories provide tender comfort. 💔
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