Sherman's Memorial thread

[cyber-sibes]

April 10: Please go to post #168 for updated messages
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Sweet boy, you are free now.

May Great Creator grant you
a peaceful journey, beloved friend,
as you go to join the Northern pack
beyond the Rainbow Bridge.

Dance in the light, Sherman, dance in the light.

He is gone. Sherman's passing was peaceful. He was so ready to go. He gently slipped into a calm sleep, and his breathing eased for the first time since his illness began. It was a comfort to watch his face relax, to feel the tension leave his body, and know how peaceful he was in his last moments this side of the Rainbow Bridge. I kissed his head and whispered your love to him, friends.

JoJoe & I are overwhelmed by your outpouring of love and compassion for our dearest boy. He is leaving his pawprints on hearts all over the world, and that is an awesome legacy.

Thank you

Pat, JoJoe, & Star

[pitc9]

Pat, If I could see through the tears I could type more.

Bless you for letting him be free.
{{{HUGS}}} to you, JoJo and Star.

Rest Easy Sherman... you will be missed by many.

[Roxyluvsme13]

I am so sorry.

[Catty1]

Beautiful Sherman...your last sleep so peaceful...rest easy, baby.

{{{{{{hugs}}}}}}

Sherman could never have been more loved, and hence more loving, anywhere else.

[Glacier]

Godspeed Sherman. Thanks for letting us get to know you and for giving your humans one last gift, a peaceful crossing. They probably can't see it through their tears yet, but someday they will find much comfort in that. I'm sure you were met at the Bridge by a bunch of PT furkids. Look for Hoodoo and Preacher--they'll show you all the husky hot spots(or cold spots if you prefer!)

May time and your good memories heal your broken hearts Pat & JoeJoe.

This link is to a Siberian specific version of the rainbow bridge poem.
http://www.sibernet.org/memorial/north.html

[k9krazee]

Play hard at the bridge Sherman, you were such an amazing boy and I bet you'll be an even better angel. We will all miss you, and will never forget you, handsome boy.

[baileysue]

Thinking of you all. We miss seeing you all at the Findlay dog park. I posted a note at the dog park tonight with the latest update on Sherman. I know many people have been thinking about you here.
Lots of licks and love,
Bailey (Joy and Nathan, too)

[Jadapit]

You are free of all pain now sweet Sherman. Heaven got a beautiful angel today.

I'm so sorry for your loss.

[RedHedd]

Pat, I haven't been keeping up with Sherman's story as I've been busy with Mishi's "story." I'm sorry for your loss and I know Sherman will welcome Mishi with open paws when he makes his own trip over the bridge later this week.

[K9soul]

My heart has felt so heavy all afternoon since I read Sherman would be leaving today. Your tribute is beautiful, so touching, so beautiful.. Bri, that signature is absolutely beautiful too, and so thoughtful of you.

Godspeed Sherman. I want to say more but my heart is so full of sadness, my eyes stinging with tears. And so I will just borrow from Shakespeare for now...

Good night, sweet prince, And flights of angels sing thee to thy rest

[Karen]

Oh, Sherman, of the gold-tipped fur
Copper-bright eyes
And heart of purest gold
An angel you were sometimes in life
Now an angel in heaven you'll forever be
At the Rainbow Bridge,
My peanut-butter pal
Go find my mom, she's got a soft spot
For extra-fuzzy dogs with "flag tails" as she called them
I am sure her pockets are full of treats
That she will share with you.
And now that you're up there
Your eyesight will be clear again
Puppy-sharp, those bright eyes will be
Use them now
To watch over your family - wide though it may be
And let them know you are safe and free of pain
Send a wild husky howl to their dreams,
And wink at them in the morning sunrise gold

[captain]

God Speed sweet Sherman.

{{{hugs}}} to you all.
Love
Michelle

[wolf_Q]

Good-bye sweet Sherman, you are missed and always will be.

Words can't express the sorrow we all feel. I loved that sweet boy of yours, I wish this would have never happened. I feel like I've lost one of my own. He had a wonderful life with you, he'll always remember and love you for it. {{{HUGS}}} to both of you, and Star too.

[luvofallhorses]

I am so sorry. You are in my thoughts tonight. (((hugs))) you were his angel and now he is your angel. he will look after you, your husband, and Star I am sure.

FROM FRIEND TO FRIEND

You're giving me a special gift,
So sorrowfully endowed,
And through these last few cherished days,
Your courage makes me proud.


But really, love is knowing
When your best friend is in pain,
And understanding earthly acts
Will only be in vain.


So looking deep into your eyes,
Beyond, into your soul,
I see in you the magic, that will
Once more make me whole.


The strength that you possess,
Is why I look to you today,
To do this thing that must be done,
For it's the only way.


That strength is why I've followed you,
And chose you as my friend,
And why I've loved you all these years...
My partner 'til the end.


Please, understand just what this gift,
You're giving, means to me,
It gives me back the strength I've lost,
And all my dignity.


You take a stand on my behalf,
For that is what friends do.
And know that what you do is right,
For I believe it too.


So one last time, I breathe your scent,
And through your hand I feel,
The courage that's within you,
To now grant me this appeal.


Cut the leash that holds me here,
Dear friend, and let me run,
Once more a strong and steady dog,
My pain and struggle done.


And don't despair my passing,
For I won't be far away,
Forever here, within your heart,
And memory I'll stay.


I'll be there watching over you,
Your ever faithful friend,
And in your memories I'll run,
...a young dog once again.

[slick]

Oh God, I'm crying so hard I'm almost choking. How is it possible for those of us around the world to feel such love for Sherman....a sweet pup we've never met??? And how is it possible for my heart to ache so badly.....for I feel what the humans feel????

Cyber....you and the rest of the family are in my thoughts and prayers and I wish there was something I could say to take away your pain. Sherman was so lucky to have you and now he is in a better place just waiting to be reunited someday.

Letting him go now is the greatest act of love you could do for him. He will never leave your side you know.

Big {{{hugs}}} and sending lots of prayers to help you get through this.