Tubby watches over Goofy

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

This weekend we went to my mom's house up in Wisconsin and I spread Tubby's ashes out in the woods and buried the plastic "urn" his ashes had been in. Unfortunately spring is still not fully sprung up there and there weren't any pretty flowers anywhere, so I choose a nice sunny spot in the same location where other family pets have been buried over the years. My mom had some Edelweiss flowers that she had planted years ago that finally came up, so we picked one of those and put it on top of where we buried the box. It was just a little breezy, so I just opened the plastic bag and let the wind take the ashes. Goofy was right there checking everything out, so I know he was saying to Tubby "Hi buddy, good to see you. Come on, I'll show you all the good spots in the woods to check out." :) So here are the pics. The first one is the general area. I pointed to the little flower since it gets lost in all the dappled sunshine and dried up leaves.
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid165/pefeb9a3dff4a3abbc31279e587e57539/f46f276f.jpg

And here's Goofy checking it all out. Again I pointed to the flower, and those are my mom's legs.
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid165/p92d5711fd0183f37ed169716eae43bb5/f46f2773.jpg

Terry was also there, and my dad, who was a devout cat hater for the longest time. I like to think that bringing Tubby into the house and forcing my dad to live with a cat for a few years was where he started doing his turn around. Even though I wouldn't exactly call him a cat "lover" now, he is very protective of Goofy and the Cranker and is quite upset over the idiotic Wisconsin bill to allow hunters to shoot stray cats. So like I say, not a cat lover, but certainly more of a softy for them than he used to be.

Anyway, after "the service" we all took a walk in the woods so Goofy could show Tubby the highlights. Here's a pic of Goofy...well.....being goofy! :D
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid165/pfc5c8324fad1c527131334755c3d2bab/f46f26d1.jpg

It was a beautiful day and I know Tubby is now frolicking in the woods and keeping watch over Goofy to keep him safe.

Enjoy Big Boy. :) :( :)

[catmandu]

And Mr Scrappy,and Pouncer,will join Tubby,in the woods,as will The Other Cat Angels! He was a very Good Cat!And Buster,will Love the Woods,as well!


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[sarifish]

thats so sweet we have a kitty gravestone where we buried my old cat lucifur he was 18 when he died and he was a mean cat but i loved him to death and he was a great cat to us he was sweet to us

[jenluckenbach]

How sweet.

[Laura's Babies]

Awwww! I got tears in my eyes. Tubby is roaming around those woods, free and healthy now. Goofy showed him all the neat spots and best places to lay down to nap in the sun, best place to play and enjoy himself. I know that chapter is closed but you will never stop missing him.. He is as free as the wind now. Go in Peace Tubby, we will miss you...

[Cinder & Smoke]

Originally posted by Tubby & Peanut's Mom

... after "the service" we all took a walk in the woods
so Goofy could show Tubby the highlights...

It was a beautiful day and I know Tubby is
now frolicking in the woods and
keeping watch over Goofy to keep him safe.


Hi Mom, Dad, Gram, Gramps ~
Tubby here ~

Gee Mom - *nice* Service inna Woods!! :)
You missed yur "callin" - shudda been Preachin in Church! ;)

I *like* Da Spot inna Woods - anna purdy Flower!
'Preciate yur lettin me outta da Box -
felt Gud ta stretch da ole legz again.

Gud ta *see* ya agin, Goofy!!
Hadda nice romp wiff ya!
Don't wurrie, Mom - We'll take care of each udder.

An Mom - Paleeze dont furget ta fix me a Spot inna MotorHowze -
So'z I kan Ride Along wiff you Guyz, Peanut an CJ dis summer -
SUMbuddie gott help Dad wiffa navigatin!

Been a Wunnerful Day - Gud bein wiff y'all.
Gonna jump inna box fur a nappy, den I gotta get back up onna Bridge -
(Singin in Sunday Nite Vespurz, ya knowe.)

Luv ya, Mom & Dad!)
Hed Bumpies ta Peanut & CJ!!

/s/ FurrAngel Tubby ;)
.

[catfamily]

That brought tears to my eyes.I miss seeing Tubby in your house pictures.I'm sure this is the right spot for him.It's beautiful in these pictures.
That law about shooting cats."SICK HUH?" How can people do this to such a lovely animal?
Well,I'm glad Tubby is at rest now in this beautiful wooded area'His home now'.
And I know that your dad is most likely a catlover by now,but won't admit it.:D Goofy looks like a beautiful and nice cat.And looks very loved.

[Maya & Inka's mommy]

Awww, that is such a great place ofr Tubby! So much space to run around and play. That lil flower on the grave is so sweet!!

We always have lavender on Sydney's grave!

[Barbara]

Tubby will love that spot! I know how much Filou and Tigris would love to roam in the woods and to sniff everything out.

And it's so good he has Goofy around. I am sure Goofy can see him:) The thing he is making in the goofy picture shows he can smell something;)

[catlover4ever]

What a beautiful memorial to a very missed and very loved Tubby.

[Laura's Babies]

Just saying Goodbye to Tubby, one more time!

RIP Tubby!

[ramanth]

How very sweet and touching Debbie. *hugs*

[Randi]

What a wonderful place you have chosen for dear Tubby, just the place he'd love to run around. Soon, there'll be pretty flowers all around - and he will even have goofy company now and again. ;) :)

Rest in peace, Tubby!

*Hugs*

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Thanks so much everyone. Next time we're up there I will take better pics and hopefully things will be a little more green and growing than they were this time.

The tree that Goofy is under is a particular favorite for him. It must be hollow inside because he kept trying to climb up from the inside. My dad says there are probably some critters that live in there and he can smell them. I'm sure Tubby was all over that tree wondering what critters were in there. :D

Oh, and Phred, yes, Tubby will definitely have his own little area in the motorhome. I've got the wonderful ceramic Tubby that Catsnclay made for me that will accompany us in the motorhome, although I'll definitely have to get some sticky stuff on his bottom so he doesn't tip over and break! :eek: ;) :D

[slick]

Debbie, I was out all day yesterday and didn't get a chance to check on PT until after 11pm. When I read this, my LES started up right away and I just couldn't respond.

What an emotional day it must have been for you. RIP dear Tubby. :( Here we go again....I'll have to come back later.....:( :(

[K & L]

What a beautiful spot for a special boy!

[RedHedd]

LES here too. Tubby's final resting spot looks beautiful; that it's Goofy sanctioned makes it even better. RIP sweet Tubby. You are missed and never will be forgotten.

[jazzcat]

Such a sweet memorial but definitely made me teary eyed.

We miss you Tubby.

[Logan]

What a very special gesture, Debbie. I know that Tubby is grinning at you, Terry, your parents, and especially his buddy, Goofy, right now. :) Seems appropriate that a kitty would escort you while you laid Tubby's body to rest. What a beautiful spot. :)

[slick]

Debbie,
I've come back to this thread a half a dozen times to post but each time I had to back out of it. This is so very difficult for me. I think it's because of the whole "spreading of the ashes" thing. It reminds me too much of when I let my Dad's ashes go, except we were in a boat and just let the wind carry his ashes to the water he loved the most. :( :( Here come the tears again but I need to forge on this time.

It must have been such an emotional weekend for you...and just look at little Goofy...making sure Tubby gets to see all of his secret hideouts and special spots in the woods. I just know that Tubby will be keeping a close watch on Goofy until they can meet again. Dear Lord I just read Phred's post and now I'm a total blubbering idiot. :( :( :( I've got to end this now.

{{{hugs}}} Debbie. Just remember, your shadow follows you everywhere.
luv always
slick xoxoxoxoxoxoxo

[PJ's Mom]

What a sweet memorial to Tubby.

RIP Tubby. :(

[catnapper]

What a beautiful send off to a wonderful boy. I am so glad you had a beautiful day for the ceremony.

[christa]

RIP Tubby!!! Hope you have a blast playing in the woods with Goofy! ;)

[rg_girlca]

LES here also. That was such a lovely memorial to your beloved Tubby.

Have fun Tubby frolicking around with your friend Goofy.

So loved, but will never be forgotten.

[NoahsMommy]

Hugs to you, Debbie...

What a wonderful send off you gave to our beloved Tubby. He has such a nice place to hang out in the Spring.

Goofy is a dear as well. How nice he was there for the send off.

:) Kelly

[gini]

Dear Debbie,

What a sweet and touching memorial service you held for Tubby.

It is somehow so fitting that Goofy would be right there to supervise and take care of the details. He will be having some grand times with his buddy Tubby.

Cats know so many things that we cannot even fathom!

Thank you for sharing this very personal and difficult moment with all of us. You know that we were all right there with you in spirit.

Just as Tubby is with you now........................

xxoo Gini

[catcrazylady]

*sigh* I saw this when you first posted but just couldn't respond. I cry everytime I open this thread!
That is a beautiful spot for Tubby's ashes to rest. How nice it will be to have Goofy come and visit. He is a cutie.

Boy, Tubby sure is missed so much by so many. It's amazing how you can get to know and fall in love with an animal just from pictures and stories. Tubby will always be missed and loved by all his friends.

{{{{HUGS}}}}

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Thank you all so much. I miss Tubby so much, but I know he's in a better place now and having fun with Goofy. He always loved the woods so much and could sit and watch the squirrels for hours.

It's also comforting to know that so many around the world loved him and miss him also. It really is amazing how attached we can get to kitties we've never even met.

Thanks and {{{hugs}}} to you all. :)