My Trevor is at the RB (3/15/93-4/30/08)

[Pam]

I sent the following note to a few of my special PT friends earlier this morning. I didn't want them to have to find out here.

I can't believe I just typed those words. My little orange buddy is with my four poodles now. He grew up with two of them, Ashley and Whitney, so I hope they were right in front to welcome him.

He became acutely ill very suddenly a few days ago most likely as a result of his underlying diabetes. (Not wanting to eat and, when he did eat, throwing it back up). The decision was made to just let him go. He had lived a good life and he was 15 years old and it was time for rest. It reminded me very much of how Ashley's last days were spent (same symptoms, though a different cause).

Andy seemed a little lost without him yesterday and spent even more time in my lap than usual. Little does he know, but it helped me so much to feel him there. We are helping each other. I felt like I had taken away his best friend but I knew it had to be done. Rest in peace my Trevor sweetie. You made cat lovers out of all of us.



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Looking at these pictures of you in happier times is bringing the tears again. Goodbye for now Mr. Orange Man, until we meet again. We loved you and will miss you. :(

[anna_66]

Pam I'm so very sorry to hear that you've lost your beautiful orange boy Trevor:(

You'll be in my thoughts and prayers.

(((HUGS)))
Anna

[Randi]

Oh Pam, I am so very sorry to read this sad news. :( :( Trevor was one of my favourites on PT, he was one of the first orangies here that caught my attention - such a handsome and sweet boy.

Pam, I know how sad you must feel now, but I hope it is a comfort to you that Trevor had a long wonderful and spoiled life with you, Andy and the doggies - and that he didn't suffer for long. Try to remember the good times and know that he is now resting comfortably at the RB. :)

I love his sweet face in the pictures you posted of him.

((((hugs))))

[Cinder & Smoke]

Oh Pam ... :( :(

I'm so sorry you've had to say g-bye to the Orange Man ...
He was such a handsome and regal Kitty.

Fifteen Years will leave you with a lot of wonderful memories to look back on -
enjoy every one and be thankful that Trev picked you as his Mom.

Agin, my deepest Sympathies for your loss.

/s/ :( Phred

[Ginger's Mom]

Oh Pam, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I am sure that Andy knew that you were sharing his pain, and you both were able to take comfort form each other. He was a handsome boy. The picture of him peeking around the wall made me smile. {{{Hugs}}} to you for being strong enough and loving enough to do what was best for Trevor.
RIP sweet Trevor.

[rosethecopycat]

He lived such a good life.

Godspeed to the Bridge, Trevor

[lizbud]

Oh Pam, I am so sorry. :( Trevor was a beautiful boy & I know he loved
you very much. You were a wonderful mom & he had a good 15yrs with you.
I know you will miss him very much. :(


Poem For Cats

And God asked the feline spirit
Are you ready to come home?
Oh, yes, quite so, replied the precious soul
And, as a cat, you know I am most able
To decide anything for myself.

Are you coming then? asked God.
Soon, replied the whiskered angel
But I must come slowly
For my human friends are troubled
For you see, they need me, quite certainly.

But don't they understand? asked God
That you'll never leave them?
That your souls are intertwined. For all eternity?
That nothing is created or destroyed?
It just is....forever and ever and ever.

Eventually they will understand,
Replied the glorious cat
For I will whisper into their hearts
That I am always with them
I just am....forever and ever and ever.

Author Unknown

[Killearn Kitties]

Oh Pam, what a shock it was to read that. I'm so sorry that you had to let Trevor go.

Trevor had a great life, but it is just never long enough for us, is it? He looks absolutely adorable in those photos you posted. Another of my favourites was that one where you are wearing him as a hat. What a good boy he was.

Rest in peace Trevor sweetie. You will be sorely missed.

[cloverfdx]

Pam i am so sorry :(, what a shock.

RIP Trevor, you will be missed.

[Taz_Zoee]

I am so sorry. RIP Trevor, play hard at the bridge you handsome orange fella.

[kb2yjx]

Sleep softly sweet Trevor.... Look for another ORANGEMAN, Ralph Syracuse, at the Bridge...

[shais_mom]

GodSpeed sweet Trevor and huge hugs to you Pam.

[sasvermont]

Pam and family. I know you decided what was right for your boy Trevor. He is up there playing with Gabe and Grammy Crakers and Miley-girl and all the other pets that have passed. We are all going to go somewhere, someday.

Rest in Peace Trevor boy. You were loved.

((((((((((((((((Pam)))))))))))))))))

=^..^=

The Campers

[Edwina's Secretary]

Pam... I saw the cat's name and hoped it wasn't your Trevor! I am so sorry. I remember once a thread you started about your cats...just good cats...never tear things up...never make problems...just good cats..."

Godspeed to Trevor...a good cat.

[Rachel]

Poem For Cats

And God asked the feline spirit
Are you ready to come home?
Oh, yes, quite so, replied the precious soul
And, as a cat, you know I am most able
To decide anything for myself.

Are you coming then? asked God.
Soon, replied the whiskered angel
But I must come slowly
For my human friends are troubled
For you see, they need me, quite certainly.

But don't they understand? asked God
That you'll never leave them?
That your souls are intertwined. For all eternity?
That nothing is created or destroyed?
It just is....forever and ever and ever.

Eventually they will understand,
Replied the glorious cat
For I will whisper into their hearts
That I am always with them
I just am....forever and ever and ever.

Author Unknown

For some reason, a poem like this seems to be a good way to help process the grief. I was intending to search for one for Trevor, but Liz has already found the perfect one. I just wish that Pet Talk had music. Trevor's thread deserves music. Pam already knows how hard this news is hitting me. I shall come back to this thread often to see the notes that others have left for my little cyber nephew. My uncle passed away 9 years ago this week. Many of the flowering trees and shrubs were in bloom. This week too they are in bloom here. Flowers for Trevor.

[jazzcat]

Pam, I'm so sorry to read about Trevor. He's always been a favorite of mine here at PT. Thanks for sharing the pictures of our handsome orange boy.

Rest in Peace sweet Trevor.

[Catty1]

{{{hugs}}}

What a handsome, wonderful, good and much-loved kitty Trevor was - and is.

I'm glad you and Andy can comfort each other, til you see Trevor again one day.

[Freckles]

Pam, I'm so sorry another old timer PT kitty has left us. Especially Trevor. Remember the good times.:(

[krazyaboutkatz]

Pam, I'm so sorry to hear about Trevor's passing.:( He had a great long life with you and your family and you'll meet again some day. RIP sweet boy.:( Please take care. (((HUGS)))

[AbbyMom]

I'm very sorry to read this. RIP Trevor. You were well loved.

[lvpets2002]

:( Oh my Pam I am so so sorry to hear about Trevor going to RB.. RIP wittle Trevor & may the RB Angels be taking you to be with our Beloved PT Babies..

[ramanth]

Not Trevor... :( :( :( Pam, I'm so sorry for your loss.

[Moesha]

I want to add my condolences to everyone elses. I am so sorry.

[kuhio98]

Hugs to you. I am so, so sorry.
Rest in peace, sweet Trevor.

[catlover4ever]

Pam, I am so sorry to hear about Trevor. You are blessed to have had 15 wonderful years with him. He will live in you heart and thoughts fur-ever.

RIP Sweet Trevor

[Freedom]

Sweet Trevor, free and running happily at the Rainboe Bridge. Check my Mr. Amber Cat, he is a handsome orangie as well.

Pam, so sorry for your loss. Hugs for you and Andy, and all the family.

[smokey the elder]

I'm so sorry about Trevor. What a handsome boy.

[jenluckenbach]

I am SOOOOOOO sorry for your loss. RIP Trevor, you will be greatly missed.

[Barbara]

Just like Sara- I read the name and hoped it was not the only Trevor I knew :(

I am so sorry. I hope that Andy and you can get over it- and that Trevor will be happy and healthy again at Rainbow Bridge.

[Karen]

Sweet orange boy, Trevor dear
You'll be so missed by your people down here
Your sunny disposition sure brightened each day
And you touched many hearts in your own special way

Tread lightly as you arrive at the Rainbow Bridge
On those soft white paws, that many rubs did give
Sweet boy, orange man, you blessed us for fifteen years
And you'll live on in our hearts we know, so forgive us a few tears

Your humans will miss your solid warm, furry presence
But we know you'll still be with them, in their hearts instead
Send your momma some comfort, please, Trevor, sweet boy
A few streaks of orange in a sunset, soon, a little ray of joy

Sweet solid orange boy, Trevor, dear
You'll surely be missed by your people down here.

[catmandu]

Theres A Special Dinner In Trevors Honor At The Harbor Bar Oyster Grill In Historic Singapore Where Trevor Will Get The Choice Of An Excellent Menu. Then A Trip To Fort Canning National Park And An All Night Party In The Raffle At The Plaza Hotel Where They Will Keep Room Service Hopping.
Hes A Good And Happy Cat, And Hes Sorry That You Have To Be Parted At Least Physically. But Hes With You In Spirit And Will Find A Place Where You Can Be Together Gain, And Never Be Parted Again.
One Fine Day.

[Rachel]

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It's like you are reaching out to let us touch your paw as we say goodbye. I've done it several times today..

[Pam]

Thank you so much everybody. The tears come each time I read a post or look at his pictures. He was one of four furbabies in this household but his absence is felt so much today. I know that Andy is grieving too. Trevor was the *head kitty* around here. He didn't do anything to earn that distinction. He just fell into the role naturally. Whenever they were seen snuggling together it was because Trevor had found a cozy spot and then Andy snuggled up next to him. It was never the other way around. Trevor was the leader. He was also such a good boy.

He got into his share of mischief as a kitten of course. He knocked an antique candy dish, given to me by my mother, off a high shelf. We both watched it break into 1,000 pieces. He didn't even run away. :) He also chewed my wicker magazine basket and several cords on my venetian blinds. Oh and yes he also bent several of those blinds with his little kitty teeth. One morning I came downstairs to find that he had gotten into the Dunkin' Donut box and had a cream donut in his mouth. My other two poodles at the time were just standing there waiting for him to drop it, which he had no intention of doing. :) As he grew a little older, around the time that Andy came to live here, he was a totally mellow fellow who didn't let anything bother him. He taught Andy how to behave and that was a really big job since Andy was the real nawtee boy of the two of them. :)

He never minded living with canine siblings. He got along with them all. Nothing stressed or bothered him. I could certainly take a lesson from him. He was honored six years ago as Cat of the Day and it makes me happy to remember that special day. The link is here and it tells a little bit about him that some of you may not know about my special boy.
http://catoftheday.com/archive/2002/October/23.html

[Medusa]

Pam, I'm so sorry to read about this. Trevor was such a cute boy; what a face he had and, judging from your tribute and what others here on PT had to say about him, he had the personality to match. Rest well, then play hard at the Bridge, Trevor. Peace to you, Pam.

[jennielynn1970]

I'm so sorry to hear about Trevor's passing. He was indeed a very handsome orange boy. The picture with his paw outstretched really does make you want to just reach in and touch him...

Play hard at The Bridge, dear boy, but remember to look in on your family as they are missing you.

Hugs to you Pam.

[gemini9961]

I'm so sorry Pam. RIP Trevor

[chocolatepuppy]

I'm so sorry Pam. :( May Trevor Rest in Peace.

[K9karen]

:( :( :( [hugs] i sure will miss you sweet widdle pumpkin.

[Christiansmommy]

Trevor,

Now that have settled in a bit at the bridge, I bet you are having fun getting reacquainted with Whitney and Ashley. It must be beautiful there, full of sunshine and lots of furry friends that are all now healthy. I grew up with you and you were my first cat. You will always have a special place in my heart. I know mom and Andy will miss you, but hopefully they can rest in knowing that you are free from your illness and you're doing OK. I hope there is a fridge for you to sit on, up at the bridge...I know you loved to be like a lion, and find the highest place of the house to sit on...the fridge was one of your favorite places to be!! :) If not, I am sure you'll find the highest mountain top and are basking in the beautiful sun, maybe even right now! Love you big orangie!! Will see you again someday!

Love,
Robyn

[Pam]

I hope there is a fridge for you to sit on, up at the bridge...I know you loved to be like a lion, and find the highest place of the house to sit on...the fridge was one of your favorite places to be!! :)


Yes, Trevor, Robyn is so right. The fridge is empty without you. Andy has no reason to go up there any more. There is no one to cuddle with. :( Hopefully in time the empty spot you have left will just be filled with happy memories.

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[ChrisH]

Pam, I am so sorry. :(

Rest in peace handsome Trevor.

[Cataholic]

What a sweet, sweet orangie boy, now making Heaven a little bit brighter.

RIP, sweet Trevor. You were much loved down here.

Hugs to you, Pam, and your crew.

[Kirsten]

Pam, I'm so sorry to learn about your loss! :( I'm so sad for you, and for Andy, too who must miss him terribly! :(

R.I.P. beautiful Trevor. Now you're young and whole again!

Kirsten

[wolflady]

Dearest Pam, I'm so very sorry to hear that Trevor has gone on to the RB. :( It certainly does leave a hole in our hearts and homes when one of our furry loved ones make that final journey. Cuddle Andy extra hard and know that Trevor had a great life with a fabulous meowmy like you. :)

**hugs**
Karen

[Logan]

I had a bittersweet moment at the dinner table last night. I told Helen and Scott that my dear friend, Pam, had lost her orange boy, Trevor. And I thought what a sad, sad day for Pam and her family, especially Andy. :( But I also thought, how strange and wonderful that I sit here and tell my family about the loss experienced by someone who I have never seen in person, but whose voice I know like my own, and who I have "loved" as a friend, for over 7 years now. I never will meet Trevor now, but his loss hit me just like the loss of one of my own would. :( But isn't it a wonderful gift we have received, finding friends, all over the world, because of this wonderful community of people, just like ourselves, who laugh when we laugh, cry with us when we are sad, and support us through tough times?

Trevor, you were a wonderful orange boy, and seeing your pictures and being reminded of your story has reminded me just how wonderful you were. :)

We love you, Pam, and just like you've been there for me, I'm right here for you, too. Just wish I could come give you a big hug right now.

Logan

[jazzcat]

Pam, I just read your post about Trevor and the Dunkin Donuts. Thanks for making me laugh and thank you for sharing his COTD link.

[momoffuzzyfaces]

Pam, I'm so sorry Treavor had to go. (((HUGS)))

[Pam]

I never will meet Trevor now, but his loss hit me just like the loss of one of my own would. :( But isn't it a wonderful gift we have received, finding friends, all over the world, because of this wonderful community of people, just like ourselves, who laugh when we laugh, cry with us when we are sad, and support us through tough times?
Logan

Logan this is the essence of Pet Talk. I really can't understand it, but I am ever so grateful for this website. Your words were so true and we are all so blessed to have been able to meet such wonderful friends here. Thanks to Karen and Paul for starting such a wonderful site. Words cannot express our gratitude.

[Vermontcat]

Pam, I am so sorry to hear that your sweet Trevor has gone to the Rainbow Bridge.:(
He lived a long and happy life with you and your family.
I remember when I first joined Pet Talk and you posted a story about Trevor throwing up a nice big orange hairball on the kitchen table that you managed to hide from your husband before he sat down for breakfast.:)
When I read that story, I learned that hairballs come in different colors, just like cats. From my experience with a black and white cat, the only hairballs I ever saw were mousy grey ones. I still can picture Trevor's orange hairball on your table and it makes me smile, hopefully it will make you smile too.
Remember the good times you had with him.
Sending hugs your way.

[Pam]

I remember when I first joined Pet Talk and you posted a story about Trevor throwing up a nice big orange hairball on the kitchen table that you managed to hide from your husband before he sat down for breakfast.:)
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:o :D Thank you for that memory! Yes, I only shared that with immediate family members and, of course, the whole internet via Pet Talk! LOL! Thankfully hubby never reads PT except if I point out a particular post or picture for him. Trevor's little secret will remain a secret. ;) You know looking back on the lives of our pets does give us comfort after they have left us. We are changed because we knew them even if for a short time in the scheme of things.

Thank you again everyone for such nice posts. He is gone but will never be forgotten that is for sure.

[K9soul]

I am so very sorry for your loss :(. Trevor always appeared so calm and laid back in your photos. He sounds like a very special kitty, and that he has left you with many warm and humorous memories to treasure. Rest well, handsome Trevor.

[Daisy and Delilah]

I'm so sorry, Pam. Trevor was such handsome boy and quite a character. Trevor did what he wanted to and didn't care what anyone thought. I am also smiling at the Dunkin Donut story. It sounds like his personality was unforgettable. Such a tremendous loss it is to lose a beloved family member of fifteen years. What a great live he had here and he was loved so much.

Rest in Peace Trevor:( Play hard at the bridge, sweetheart. I know the cream donuts are plentiful there.

[prechrswife]

So sorry for your loss...:(

[captain]

Pam
I am so sorry to hear about Trevor. He sure was a character from some of your posts!!!
{{{hugs}}} to you and head scritchies to Andy.

Love
Michelle

[RobiLee]

I am so sorry to hear this news. He was a handsome orange boy and I know that you must miss him very much. You have my deepest sympathies.

Rest In Peace, Trevor.

[kimlovescats]

Pam, I had no idea about Trevor! I haven't been on PT as regularly with all the moms and babies, I just post updates on them and that's about it. I'm so sorry! :(

[gini]

Oh my, how could I have missed this? Pam, I am so very sorry. It just doesn't matter if they are 15 or 2 - your loss is just huge.

I am so glad that you had a nice long number of years with Trevor and could soak up all of the love that he constantly gave you.

Goodness, it just seems as though the Rainbow Bridge has far too many new residents. But we know that they are now healthy and happy and just waiting for us to be reunited with them.

[AdoreMyDogs]

Oh Pam I'm so sorry for your loss. Good old Trevor has been a part of your family and PT for a very long time. What a shocker it was to read of his passing :( I'm sure all our beloved departed PT babies will be real good and welcoming to the newest orangie boy.

Please accept my sincere condolonces, my friend, and please give Andy a hug for me.

:love: ,

Leslie

[kitty2cat]

I'm so sorry about your loss. I just lost my kitty a month ago and was devastated.. Over the rainbow bridge he goes..

[delidog]

Pam,
I Am So Sorry to Hear of Your Loss...
Dear,Sweet Trevor.....Like all have said before...He was a Staple on Pet Talk,and we have Always enjoyed "Trevor Tails" and Great Orange Kitty Photos....

Godspeed to The Bridge,Dearest Trevor....Ms.Puss w/Meet you There...and Guide you.....

Pam,You are in our thoughts and prayers

[CultureJunky]

I am sorry to hear of dear Trevor's passing. I know exactly how you are feeling right now, having lost Jack almost 3 months ago. It hurts like nothing on earth, and you feel such pain inside you feel like it will kill you, but after you've grieved so badly, it'll start to get easier. I still cry about Jack, I kiss his picture goodnight every night, but I try to think of the funny things he did, the happy times we had. You will be this way with Trevor soon...

God Speed Trevor, and I hope you'll make firm friends with Jack and all those other PT cats up there waiting to greet you.

kate & Sunny

[Frostfrog]

...when I looked upon your picture of Trevor, I loved him, too, and mourned him also. Perhaps because one of my best friends was an orange and white cat; perhaps just because Trevor' spirit came through strongly in the photo.

My condolences.

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Pam, since I don't come to PT very often anymore, when I finally do make it here I dread checking the Memorial thread, and today my worst fears have been realized - I come to find one of my favorite PT kitties is gone. :(

I am so very sorry to hear about Trevor. He is now happy and healthy at the RB, and you have many many years of happy memories to help you through this rough time.

RIP sweet Trevor, you are missed. :(

[Pam]

I am thinking of you today Trevor and remembering you, the wonderful kitty that changed my mind about cats. I hope you are having a wonderful time at the RB. :love::love::love:

[gini]

Pam, the loss is always fresh and they are with us forever, aren't they?

The Rainbow Bridge is very lucky!

[kb2yjx]

O those ORANGEMEN are just so special!!! I hope all the memories that you have of the 15 years that you had with Trevor, will give you some comfort at this time. Sleep softly, dear Trevor....please look for my ORANGEMAN, Ralph Syracuse at the Bridge... will light a candle for Trevor and his family....

[Pam]

O those ORANGEMEN are just so special!!! I hope all the memories that you have of the 15 years that you had with Trevor, will give you some comfort at this time. Sleep softly, dear Trevor....please look for my ORANGEMAN, Ralph Syracuse at the Bridge... will light a candle for Trevor and his family....

Thank you and Gini too. The photos especially can still bring tears after all this time. I hope he is well and happy and knows how special he was to us.

[happylabs]

They are always in our hearts. Looking at his pics he was a very handsome boy. What is it about the orange ones. They really are special! All four of mine are special but there really is something about my orange guy Buddy. Even my vet says they are special.

[katladyd]

You never forget them, and they never really leave you. It has been over one year since with lost our dear girl Kitty. We still love and think of her. I know how much you still love him.:love:

[GILL]

The CREW and I are so sorry for your loss. I agree we never forget our babies.

[pomtzu]

I didn't know Trevor, but he was a beautiful boy. :love: I know how much you must miss him.

[cassiesmom]

Oh, Pam, I am so sorry to read this news. ((((((HUGS)))))