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

[Bibette & Lulu]

Mom1/Phred's L'il Sis here - I wanted to thank all of you for your kind words and memories of Phred. It has been good to hear about all the wonderful things that he is being remembered for. And I cherish his stories (or should I say, Cinder's!!!) that have been brought up in links. I know that our mother would have loved the Kildeer one!!! He was a gentle and caring man - and I'm sure he is organizing something up there!!!! I look forward to meeting those of you who are able to come to the funeral. I am hoping to be able to join the Memorial Day event next May that is being planned. Oh, here's Lulu (a gray exotic short hair) checking out what I'm saying!!! [tried to upload a picture of the Furkids but didn't get it - maybe next time.] Merry Christmas to all - this was a holiday that Phred looked forward to and always had some thoughtful (and usually pratical) goodies that he sent along. from Lulu aand Mom1.

[zippy-kat]

Bibette & Lulu & Mom1, welcome to PT. I am so very sorry for your loss. "Phred" was a good friend to all critters, be they 2 or 4 footed.

My grandpa was Bowser's first Dad. It was because of Phred that Bowser was able to live out his life "high on the hog" (as Grandpa put it). It was also because of Phred that Grandpa was able to see Bowser -fat, sassy, 'n smiling- one last time.

I won't be able to attend the funeral (I live in NM) but I hope to possibly meet you at the dog park in May. Many hugs and, again, I am so sorry.

[Lori Jordan]

I just logged on now and seen this post,I'm devastated to hear the news.I did not know Phred well but always followed his posts,Some made me laugh some cry.He was one of a kind and i will miss reading all his stories,I have spoken to him a few times i would randomly get little messages in my inbox asking how my crew was doing,He cared so much about the animals.Its so sad to see him go,My thoughts and Prayers go out to his family and his pups its nice to hear the two older pups are still together.Such a sad time of year for you all.

Hugs to you all and i hope you all have a Great Christmas.

[momoffuzzyfaces]

Phred passed away on what would have been my Mom's 80th birthday. It's sort of like his birthday now too, only he was born into heaven. I asked mom to share her birthday cake with him. Somehow, I think they had one of his very own waiting for him there.

[lizbud]

Tomorrow is Phred's funeral service. I will not be able to attend but I
hope you who are will pass along my farewells for me.It is still hard to believe
that we will never read another prayer or another funny tale by the awesome
prayer pups, Cinder & Smoke.

Godspeed dear Phred. Please say hello to our RB friends from all of us
still here on "the ole dirt ball".

[shais_mom]

It isn't tomorrow Liz, it's Wednesday the 29th. But I certainly can understand not being able make it with the distance and weather. It still doesn't seem quite real..

[lizbud]

It isn't tomorrow Liz, it's Wednesday the 29th. But I certainly can understand not being able make it with the distance and weather. It still doesn't seem quite real..

Yes, you're right Staci. The Holidays have me all mixed up I guess.
Could you please touch his hand & say Goodbye from me? Gosh, I'm
bawling already. He sure was one of a kind. Thanks Staci.

[cyber-sibes]

I'll be there in spirit, too. I will have a candle lit in his honor.

[finn's mom]

It's so awesome that his dogs are in a good place. If I'm ever able to help out, I surely will!

[anna_66]

I'll be there in spirit, too. I will have a candle lit in his honor.

As will I. He knows we all will be.

All of you that are going have a safe trip.

[Husky_mom]

signed..

what a lovely obit.. the pic made me LES..

the world is proud of you Phred..RIP our dearest friend

[shais_mom]

well, its been an emotional day. I'm not sure I can do it justice in explaining and I KNOW my video won't. There was a professional photographer there and Diana got her card and I got her website. I know she got more footage than I did and lots of pics that are MUCH better.

Diana, Carrie (gabbiegirl), and I got there and he was in the casket and we got to see him. He looked just like the Old Phred. His good friends Pat and Joan came up to us and we introduced ourselves and then Nancy (Bibette and Lulu) introduced herself to us.
We went and took our seats and the honour guard was guarding the casket and had a change of the guard. Kimmy came in and sat with us and then the service started. After the minister said a few words he had several people stand and give memories of Phred, so there was lots of laughing. Diana told of Pet Talk and how much he meant to us then I stood up and told of when I flew to California and he tracked my flight before I even knew where I was! And of course the firemen story. Then the minister spoke some more and then the present Chief read the Fireman's Prayer (which is where my video cut off ) and then they rang the bells and called Roll Call. This kind of explains it here http://www.ehow.com/how_5206391_cond...l-service.html Then the firemen came in and escorted the casket out while Bagpipes were played. He was put back into the hearse and everyone went outside the church for a Fire Truck parade. It was so nice. I'm sure I forgot something and I hope that Diana can fill in blanks and Kimmy when she is back in town.
Then after a lunch we spent the afternoon with Nancy and Pat and Joan and the INFAMOUS Molly and Callie.
Here are just a few pics of the slideshow and his Firefighter uniform. They aren't the best b/c they are pics of pics on the wall.

http://share.shutterfly.com/action/w...=9Qas2bFs1UiLw


I'm still working on videos - but here is the Fireman's Prayer.
http://www.chaplin-nest.com/unkarock...ans-prayer.htm

[shais_mom]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CueodABbm6o

[gini]

Staci, thank you so much for posting your pictures and the video. I have had Phred on my mind all day and now I have tears running down my cheeks.

I still cannot believe that he is no longer with us.

[krazyaboutkatz]

Staci, Thanks for posting the pictures and the video. It looked like a wonderful sevice. Yes, it's so hard to believe that Phred is gone.