Hank to cross Bridge this afternoon

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Michelle & Scrabble (GA)

Michelle & Scrabble (GA)

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Hello everyone, I am posting on my friend Betty's behalf. She is very overwhelmed and upset at the moment and is not able to post. I am sure most of you know that last week Hank was not doing well. The original diagnosis was lymphoma. She took him to a specialist last week and they were pretty sure he had pancreatic cancer. At this point there was not much that could be done. She was given fluids, Bupe, etc to keep him comfortable. He has been fading away all weekend and she decided today she could no longer let him go through this. She will be taking him to the bridge around 2:30 CST today. Please send white lights and peaceful crossing vines. She plans on updating everyone when she can, the past week has been a whirlwind for her and she hasn't had the time to post. She appreciates everyone's support more than you know.
She is completely devastated. Hank is her soul kitty.
Fly free sweet Hank, Scrabble and all the other LL kitties will be waiting for you at the bridge with catnip martinis, birds, fresh air and rainbows.
 
wings_cat Fly Free, Sweet Hank! No more pain or pokies. You have shown your bean it is time for you to go to wait for her at the Bridge. Send her a sign that you are watching over her.
 
:cry: awwww, So sorry to hear this. Fly free Hank. I am sorry Betty
 

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Betty - the most loving gift you can ever give to your beloved Hank. We all know he is grateful and loves you very much.

Don't you worry Hank, we will watch over Betty as she mourns your passing. She is in good hands.
 

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(((Betty))), I'm so so sorry it is time for Hank to leave this world. You are giving him the greatest selfless final act of love and helping him to be free and whole once again. I hope and pray that you can find peace and that your heart will heal in the days and weeks to come. You and Hank were very lucky to have found each other. Fly free sweet boy and do make sure to give mommy a sign that you are ok and that you made it!
 
{{{{{{{{{{BETTY}}}}}}}}}} Please accept my condolences for your loss. You have done the very best for him, and have tried to make him as comfortable as humanly possible. You have given him a very warm, loving, kind, caring home, and have given him the very best that any kitty could ask for. Now, you're giving him the very best gift any human could ever do for their beloved furbaby. May God be with you, and comfort you through this difficult time.

Fly free, sweet, beautiful Hank, and land softly. You will be in pain or suffering no more. May all of our late beloved kitties, including my beloved, sweet Daisy, meet you at Heaven's gates with open paws, and guide to Heaven's warmth, and love.
 
I am so sorry you had to make this decision (((Betty))). I know how hard it is even though we know it's the kindest thing we can do.
Fly free sweetest Hank. Please let your mama know you have landed safely. wings_cat :YMHUG:


Thank you for letting us know Michelle.
 
Oh no, not Hank! I'm so sorry Betty.

I have so many great memories as he went on his journey toward OTJ a few years ago. We sure had a lot of fun times talking and being silly in Hank's condo. He is a special one and I will always remember him with smiles.
Such a handsome kitty. I know how heartbroken you must be. Although you lovingly released Hank from his suffering you are hurting terribly now. That is true love. ((((((((Betty))))))))) My heart is with you at this sad time. cat_pet_icon
 
I'm so sorry Betty that it was Hank's time. Thinking of you this afternoon as you let him go. :YMHUG:

Fly free Hank, land softly. We'll be looking in the sky tonight for another shooting star. wings_cat
 
Poor Hank and Betty.. Losing the love our sweethearts can be such a painful process to go through.. It seems like it never gets any easier, no matter how many we have let go of throughout our lifetime. Praying for both Hank and Betty that both of their suffering may end soon, that they know happiness and the causes of happiness, and that they both never be separated from sorrowless bliss.
 
I am so sorry. Fly free sweet Hank, you are much loved and will be sorely missed.
Maui is waiting to greet you with a lovely uniform, err outfit that I'm sure you will love wearing and job that you will enjoy.
 
Betty, I am so very sorry to read about Hank. I remember the days when Mannie and I first started here in LL, you and Hank held our hands on many a night. I know how special Hank was to you. I admired that bond then, as I do today. Hank thanks you beyond words for setting him free, free of suffering, pain, and a failing body. He is ever so grateful for all those years you had together, and for letting him be whole again. I hope the memories will be of comfort to you. He will always be with you, in your minds eye, tucked away a corner of your heart. Fly free Hank! I will truly miss you.
 
So sorry to hear it was Hanks time to leave you, Betty

No matter how long we have them, it's never long enough, but you did the loving thing for him and let him go.

Come to your mamabean in her dreams Hank, and let her know you're happy, healthy and waiting for her at the Bridge.
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(((Betty))) I'm so sorry and saddened to hear about Hank. My heart and prayers go out to you and for Hank to have a peaceful crossing. So many of our GA kitties will be waiting to greet and help Hank cross.
 
(((((Betty)))))

I know the past week must have been difficult and the decision to help Hank cross the Bridge one that broke your heart into a thousand pieces. I know that you know this but I'm going to say it nonetheless. You gave Hank the most loving and generous gift that you could -- you did not let him suffer and you let him know how much he means to you.

Fly free Hank and land softly. There are so many people and a few beans at the Bridge who we dearly love. They will keep you happy and safe until you are reunited with the one you love best.

Betty -- when you feel up to it, this is a fable about why we choose tears. i hope it eases the heartache a little bit.
 
Fly Free Hank! You will be missed by your mom. Sending peace and comfort to you Betty. May the love and memories in your heart help you heal from this pain.
 
I am so very sorry, Betty....Hank will always feel your love, and you will always be surrounded by his. Many prayers, and our deepest condolences...
 
((((Betty)))),
We are so sorry that it was Hank's time to head to the Bridge. He is safe there and free of pain, and he has lots of his old pals there to keep him company until you meet again. Tonight Stu and Mannie are preparing a welcome dinner for their buddy in the Two Chefs' Bridge Kitchen. Remember all the fun they had visiting each others condos in LL?

We know what a hard time this is for you, but please take comfort in the knowledge that you did everything you could for your boy. In time your wonderful memories will eclipse the pain. Hank will always be with you in that special place in your heart.

Fly free, sweet Hank. You are much loved.

In deepest sympathy,

Ella & Edward, Rusty, and Stu (GA)

We are lighting Stu's candle to help guide Hank in his journey.
 
I'm so sorry for your loss.
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Hank knows how much you love him.
He will be waiting for you.
 
Just a quick note...I am home but all but brain dead tonight. It has been an incredibly tense and exhausting week with little sleep.
Many details to share and fill you in on but can barely type or think at the moment. I appreciate Michelle posting for me..it has been such a whirlwind I have not had any time to do it myself.

But I could not go to sleep without at least letting you all know how much your thoughts, prayers, kind words, love and support mean to me. I will read again tomorrow when my eyes uncross, and try to better share how things have unfolded this last week.

Hank was/is the center of my universe and i cannot imagine life without him. I am simply heartbroken. This all came out of left field and went from 0-1000 in 5 minutes. It all feels a bit surreal.
The vet's ofc. and staff were amazing today..they went over and above for us..we were there 3+ hours in their 'comfort room'..this was not just medicinal..it was very peaceful and beautiful. Meant so much to me ..as does your support. I read some of the thread messages while we were in the room and was so grateful to feel you there with us.

There are some difficult days ahead I know..Hanks was my once in a lifetime soul kitty...
Hoping to get some rest tonight..am utterly wiped out. But just had to jump on to at least thank each of you for your support. So many of Hanks angels...and I know ya'll get it. I will love and miss him so forever and always.

TBC.....


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(((Betty))) I know that at times like this, there are no words which can bring you comfort. All I can do is send you our very deepest condolences. Your love for and devotion to Hank is timeless and I believe he will always be with you. Sending you prayers for peace.

Fly free, sweet Hank.

The Ridge by Carol Notermann

It’s been such a lovely summer, I’ve been napping in the sun.
This morning, other cats and I enjoyed a long long run.
We chased butterflies together. I climbed high into a tree.
And now I think what woke me up was that small bumble bee.

I’ve yawned and stretched, and still I feel that something has begun.
He’s standing there in robes of white, and telling me to come.
I always run to Him you know, when He comes across the bridge
To see if we’re all having fun and if we’ve checked the ridge.

He gives tummy rubs to all of us and pets and cuddles too
I’m glad to see Him every day, when He comes into view.
Each day He takes a different cat, and chats with them a while
Then off that kitty starts to run. I swear they seem to smile.

But now He’s stopped in front of me. He’s said a name I know.
He said to look out towards the ridge. The sun is setting low.
I start to walk out toward the ridge, and then what’s that I see.
IT’S YOU! IT’S YOU! It’s really you. You’ve come to be with me!

My goodness you are running and I am running too!
You stop to bend, but I can jump and now I am with you.
I feel your kisses on my head, as I did in long off days
You’re holding me and hugging me, and into your eyes I gaze.

And now He’s walking with us, as you carry me once more
We’ve crossed Rainbow Bridge together. We’re here at Heaven’s door.
And He has held it open, and told us to walk through
That from now on and forever, I can always be with you.
 
{{{Betty}}}

I am so sorry to hear that Hank has crossed the bridge. I have been praying for his recovery, but it seems that it was his time. I know how devastated you are, and my heart breaks for you. You did a wonderful thing, freeing him from suffering and taking that suffering onto yourself. I will keep you in my prayers and hope you find comfort from your wonderful memories of Hank and the knowledge that he is now without pain.

Don't weep that I am gone. Rejoice that I was here.

Fly free, sweet Hank, and land softly. wings_cat
 
Betty,

I am so very sorry that you had to say "so long" to your beautiful Hank. It warms my heart to read that before releasing him from his pain, you were able to spend the last of his hours on this earth with him in a comfortable and peaceful setting. The two of you shared a very special love that this temporary physical separation will only make stronger. He will be in your heart and with you in spirit always.

My sincerest condolences.

Fly free and land softly dear sweet Hank. rb_icon o:-)
 
Betty, Please know how sorry I am that you had to make the last act of love for your baby Hank. Be kind to yourself and let us help you through this grief. I am so sorry Many Hugs!
 
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