Your story made me cry. Most of all it brought back the pain still fresh from losing my cat a month ago. I could only agree on what everybody posted here. Words may not be much comfort but in time, the pain would be bearable. It would still be there everytime you remember him, but it comes with acceptance that he's in a better state now. I'm so sorry for you loss. It's hard to decide which is better for your mom, to be with Thor when he passes on or to not be there , that way she'll remember him alive and well. In the end , I believe your stepfather did what he thinks is best for everyone. I will pray for your family and your little angel.