Chester... more than "just a cat"
Those who have never shared the love of a cat just don't "get it." A former coworker was devastated by the loss of a cat who had been with her for many years. Instead of getting sympathy from others when she explained why she wasn't her usually sunny self, the response was typically, "It was just a cat. Get over it!"
I never knew Chester first-hand, but I feel his loss from this world as a result of my experience with two feline companions with whom I bonded and who I watched grow old. The passing of such beloved friends is no less painful than that of a human family member. It's always amazing to me to see how much of a vacuum is left in a household after the passing of one relatively small furry friend.
All cats are special, but it's easy to understand that Chester was "especially special". He had a *big* personality to go with his devilishly handsome looks. He knew how to give and receive love. Best of all, he was simply "Chester".