Rainbow Bridge

Rainbow Bridge

Please send us your rememberance and a digital photo (if you have one).

We would be honored to display the memorial for your loved one.

Information can be sent to Patty at patty.comerford@gmail.com

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Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.

When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.

There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together.

There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.

All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor;

those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again,

just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.

The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing;

they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.

They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance.

His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers.

Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.

You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet,

you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again.

The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head,

and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....

Author unknown

These Greyhounds have crossed the Rainbow Bridge and will be remembered fondly by their families...

CJ (RC Calamity Jane)

CJ (RC Calamity Jane)
8/27/1997 - 8/27/2008

CJ lost her battle with gasto-intestinal issues on her 11th Birthday. I was so lucky to have CJ for 7 years and want you all to know that CJ being my first dog - and first Grey of course was my inspiration - because of CJ we rescued her sister Cali; because of CJ I became involved in Greyhound rescue and helped many of you through the adoption process; because of CJ I never felt lonely or afraid through many tough times; because of CJ Cali learned to enjoy people and they were wonderful therapy dogs and great greyhound ambassadors; because of CJ I was able to go into schools and educated young people about Greyhounds - they loved her; because of CJ I've met fantastic people and made great friends. As the Pinter Family would say "CJ is the poster child for greyhounds." I can tell you that many people would tell me that they loved meeting her and that they wanted a dog just like her. That is the highest compliment and reminds me again of how lucky I am to have had her in my life. My life will not be the same without her.

Nancy Bowden

Licorice

Licorice (Aljo Just a Rose)
July 1996 - July 2008

Beautiful Licorice came into my life 10 years ago as my FIRST greyhound. How nervous I was that first day she was with me, but her calm demeanor and easy-going attitude calmed ME down quickly and eased my fears. One could never have asked for a better introduction to the greyhound breed than with my sweet Licorice. She was so kind and gentle with her sister and brother, as well as with the many fosters who have passed through my home over the years -- always showing them the way on our walks, and tolerant of their occasional naughty behaviors. Licorice's claim to fame was that her photo will forever grace the cover of our Greyhound Friends of New Jersey cookbook -- oh so appropriate for the true "food connoisseur" that she was. Her zest for life was enviable. Licorice arrived in my life with grace, and departed that way as well. She is forever in my heart.

Love, Terryl, River & Greek

Dream

Dream
May 19, 1999 - July 25, 2008

Dream came to us in April of 2001. We give our sincere thanks to Rose Comerford for letting us adopt him. Rose always told everyone that "Dream was the only greyhound I ever gave up for adoption". We know he holds a special place in her heart. He will always hold a special place in our hearts too. Dream was the first greyhound we ever adopted and even with his little quirks and extreme shyness, he was always gentle and loving. In May 2007 he suffered a seizure and a stroke, but recovered. Recently, he showed signs of severe illness and we didn't want him to suffer any pain. On July 25th, we made the heartbreaking decision to let him go peacefully. He will be missed by our family and his brother, Coby, and sister, Penny. Sweet Dreams.

The Ryan Family

Gracie Lewis

Gracie Lewis
June 1996 — April 2008

Gracie came into our lives as a foster very shortly after we adopted our first greyhound. At the time she was a beautiful 10 year old brindle that had this look in her eyes that touched your soul. We knew immediately we were going to fail fostering and on December 3rd 2006 we officially adopted her.

Gracie loved just being out in “her” backyard, she would play with toys, run laps around the pool or would simply hang out with us. Whenever she saw or heard her leash she would jump up and down and snap at the air in pure excitement. When on a walk she would point her ears straight up to hear everything that was going on around her. She loved the couch and our bed and we gladly gave it up for her even though there were two memory foam beds in the same room.

Gracie touched our hearts in the short period of time she was with us and we are blessed to have had her in our lives. She made us realize that the time we have is precious and we should enjoy it every chance we get.

The house feels empty and is not the same with you gone.

We will always love you our sweet G Girl!

David, Christine, Rambler and Annie

CJ (RC Calamity Jane)

Licorice

Dream

Pat C Lawgiver

Gracie Lewis