Phred has Passed, the Prayer Pups join our family & funeral news (pg. 13)

**Laura's Babies** · 12-15-2010, 10:50 PM

I am sure Corinna was in line to meet and greet him when he arrived, she still has not been forgotten here and neither will Phred. They will have a lot to catch up on and she can show him where all the PT pets are so he can meet them all and get a wonderful welcome from them.

The last PM I had gotten from him he wanted to know if I still had that Get Well card I made him before when he was in the hospital that time he was so sick from all of us here, that he had lost his and wanted me to send it to him again. That card meant a lot ot him because it was from all of us here. I searched and searched and had to tell him I had deleted it off my own computer and off of my online storage.

Just all of you know, the little effort that was put into that card really meant a lot to him over the years since we did that. I hate that I wasn't up to doing one for him this time.

In a few days, maybe we should start a "Memories of Phred" thread for all of us to share stories and memories of him. Our own Pet Talk Tribute to him.

**krazyaboutkatz** · 12-15-2010, 11:32 PM

This will always be a sad day for all of us at PT.

Even though I never met Phred in person, I was able to talk to him at one of Gini's famous LA BBQ's. It was the year that he sent over the firemen.

He was the most caring man and a huge part of PT.

Yes, I agree that PT will never be the same again.

I'm just glad to have gotten to know him. Now he's at peace and I'm sure that all of the animals ran to greet him especially the dogs. RIP dear Phred/John.

You'll always be missed but will never be forgotten. Some day we will meet. One fine day.

**cyber-sibes** · 12-16-2010, 12:15 AM

Originally Posted by Laura's Babies

In a few days, maybe we should start a "Memories of Phred" thread for all of us to share stories and memories of him. Our own Pet Talk Tribute to him.

that's a wonderful idea. after I heard, I went back & looked thru pics from the findlay picnics, he always had such a good time there. I would love to post some to a Memorial thread. I'll be watching the board for when it starts.

**shais_mom** · 12-16-2010, 01:11 AM

Well, I was at work when I found out and while I really tried to keep it together (I did too considering I can cry at Hallmark commercials) its all coming loose now.
I keep waiting for someone to pinch me and wake me up.

Do not stand at my grave and weep;
I am not there, I do not sleep
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry;
I am not there. I did not die.

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**Kev68** · 12-16-2010, 01:15 AM

Phred,
I will never forget all the wonderful things you have done here on PetTalk. You have touched a many of peoples hearts, and made things happen that only you could do. This goes back for my family and I to the old Lucky and Louie Story, To as recent as Jonny Walker. Its saddens me deeply that you were called home. I do understand God does things the we don't understand, such as taking you from here and bringing you home.
Everyone here has been touched by all the nice things you have done for PT. Phred you always knew what to do and how to go about it. Your journey in this life has come to an end BUT your new journey has just began. You sure will be missed here, but I will be looking forward to the day we meet again. Farewell my friend, our thoughts and Preyer's go out to you and your Faimly.

**Lady's Human** · 12-16-2010, 02:05 AM

Rest in peace, John, and keep all the furkids at the bridge company.

Never met him in person, but had a few long chats on the phone. PT has lost a great man, but we're all better for knowing him.

**Sonia59** · 12-16-2010, 02:35 AM

Oh no. I did not know him, but it's a shock anyway. Rest in peace Phred.

**Barbara** · 12-16-2010, 03:17 AM

Dear Phred, heaven is now a better place with you there. But here on earth it is very sad.
Give Boots a hug from me and kiss Filou.

**Kirsten** · 12-16-2010, 04:52 AM

OMG, I can't believe this!

I'm so shocked I don't even know what to say right now.

R.I.P. dear Phred!

**robinh** · 12-16-2010, 05:22 AM

Still can't seem to get my head around the fact that he's gone.

I never had the pleasure of meeting Phred, but followed all his posts sometimes with with laughter and sometimes with tears. He will be greatly missed by all. RIP Phred.

Robin

**ChrisH** · 12-16-2010, 05:59 AM

Such a sad day, such a big loss.

Despite there being an ocean separating our abodes and never having met, nor indeed even spoken to each other, today I feel, as Karen does, that I have lost a family member.

Rest in Peace dearest Phred.