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hamsterjill

(15,224 posts)
Wed Feb 28, 2018, 08:03 AM Feb 2018

Bonkers leaves us today.

I often come to the Pets Group on DU to pay homage to my rescue’s babies who leave us. We get ones with health issues, neglect, etc. and many times their bodies recover but pay the price for their history down the road. So, first thank you all for being here and allowing me to vent my sorrow.

Today, my daughter’s cat will leave us. Early afternoon. “Bonkers” is a 9-year old much loved family member in the household of my daughter and son-in-law. Solid black. Big guy. And you can guess the personality based on the name.

He’s been sick and sliding since last November. Lymphoma that has now spread to vital organs, and he’s ready to stop being puny. He’s had the best care possible, but this is something mere humans can’t fix. He’s had a good life since they adopted him at 4 months of age. Never been cold. Never been hungry. Always been cherished.


Today, he will leave us. Wrapped in loving arms and surrounded by love and tears. Today we honor the goodness he brought to the world. Tomorrow and beyond, we miss him.

Please join me in raising a glass...

To Bonkers!!!! Who will forever be loved.

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Bonkers leaves us today. (Original Post) hamsterjill Feb 2018 OP
I have my coffee raised janterry Feb 2018 #1
I am so very sorry! Rhiannon12866 Feb 2018 #2
So sorry to hear this. Scarsdale Feb 2018 #3
Respect and love irisblue Feb 2018 #4
To Bonkers! n/t sweetroxie Feb 2018 #5
So sorry your family is having to let go of a beloved member. Bless you japple Feb 2018 #6
I'm sorry for your loss. phylny Feb 2018 #7
To a great and cherished kitty, Bonkers. Duppers Feb 2018 #8
What a sweet post for a very special little one.... Upthevibe Feb 2018 #9
When I get old and sick, please take me to the vet. safeinOhio Feb 2018 #10
I know what you mean, most people want the same. BigmanPigman Feb 2018 #14
I'm with you, Ohio. Zoonart Feb 2018 #15
It's just so hard to do! Phentex Feb 2018 #23
To Bonkers! And to the fond memories. TreasonousBastard Feb 2018 #11
To Bonkers, and to you hamsterjill for the love-filled life you gave him. FM123 Feb 2018 #12
Our beloved Spirit went over the Rainbow Bridge last Friday,... MarianJack Feb 2018 #13
Condolences to you and God speed to Bonkers. pazzyanne Feb 2018 #16
Bonkers! Corvo Bianco Feb 2018 #17
To Bonkers! raven mad Feb 2018 #18
To Bonkers *clink* Brogrizzly Feb 2018 #19
Here's to the wonderful life of Bonkers! sinkingfeeling Feb 2018 #20
I will raise a glass of red wine, when 4:00 gets here for Bonkers!!! onecent Feb 2018 #21
Aww. To Bonkers! Phentex Feb 2018 #22
Here's to Bonkers. The Velveteen Ocelot Feb 2018 #24
Vale, Bonkers. Go gently, beloved. And thanks for all the joy. n/t TygrBright Feb 2018 #25
Sorry to hear that. it's ever easy. I still miss and have dreams about all my old buddies. n/t brewens Feb 2018 #26
Time to head to a rescue mikeysnot Feb 2018 #27
🌈💕❤️💖💞💫 to Bonkers! MLAA Feb 2018 #28
Over the Rainbow Bridge, Bonkers.... Raster Feb 2018 #29
May the sun shine warm upon your face.. Kittycow Feb 2018 #30
So sorry. Been there done that. 50 Shades Of Blue Feb 2018 #31
You gave him love and care, Bayard Feb 2018 #32
I'm so very sorry. catbyte Feb 2018 #33
To Bonkers!! ralps Mar 2018 #34
To Bonkers! A life well lived with loving humans. To Bonkers! Fla Dem Mar 2018 #35

Rhiannon12866

(206,157 posts)
2. I am so very sorry!
Wed Feb 28, 2018, 08:07 AM
Feb 2018

It never gets any easier. But Bonkers was so very fortunate to have had a family who loved him so much.

Scarsdale

(9,426 posts)
3. So sorry to hear this.
Wed Feb 28, 2018, 08:23 AM
Feb 2018

Animals easily make a place for themselves in our hearts. Bonkers was fortunate to have been adopted by a loving, caring family. So many animals are not so lucky. He will be fondly remembered by all who knew and loved him. My heart goes out to you, daughter and son in law at this sad time.

japple

(9,842 posts)
6. So sorry your family is having to let go of a beloved member. Bless you
Wed Feb 28, 2018, 08:34 AM
Feb 2018

for helping to ease Bonkers out of his sick body. May he go on to his next life carrying the love you gave him in this one.

Duppers

(28,127 posts)
8. To a great and cherished kitty, Bonkers.
Wed Feb 28, 2018, 08:50 AM
Feb 2018



Your post was so touching, it made me tear. Only an insensitive human wouldn't understand the deep love we have for our furkids and grand-furbabies.





We had a Bonkers in our lives many yrs ago - her name was Doozie, and she was. The girl made it to 22!

safeinOhio

(32,729 posts)
10. When I get old and sick, please take me to the vet.
Wed Feb 28, 2018, 08:58 AM
Feb 2018

An ex was a Certified Euthanasia Technician and I watched her put down many animals. Seem like a very peaceful and painless way to go. You could watch the pain leave and then a peaceful last breath.

I hope Bonkers finds that peace.

BigmanPigman

(51,636 posts)
14. I know what you mean, most people want the same.
Wed Feb 28, 2018, 09:20 AM
Feb 2018

I am going to Europe when I am ready to go. My parents may do that too.
My neighbor's cat was put to sleep last weekend. I hugged my dog even more than I usually do that night. I cherish every moment with my little girl. She is almost 15.

Zoonart

(11,879 posts)
15. I'm with you, Ohio.
Wed Feb 28, 2018, 09:21 AM
Feb 2018

I have seen many animals across the rainbow bridge and they really do seem peaceful in their passing. They give us so very much during their short stay in our lives and at the end... a peaceful passing is what we give them.

Would that it were so for our family members.
Swift reward, Bonkers.

Phentex

(16,334 posts)
23. It's just so hard to do!
Wed Feb 28, 2018, 11:32 AM
Feb 2018

But it's the kindest thing to do. I do wish people were treated with such kindness as well.

MarianJack

(10,237 posts)
13. Our beloved Spirit went over the Rainbow Bridge last Friday,...
Wed Feb 28, 2018, 09:18 AM
Feb 2018

...and I'm sure that he'll welcome Bonkers.

Please accept my condolences. I know from my very recent experience is that the knowledge that they will no longer be in pain or suffering doesn't lessen our grief in letting them go.

Please accept my condolences.

PEACE!

pazzyanne

(6,558 posts)
16. Condolences to you and God speed to Bonkers.
Wed Feb 28, 2018, 09:31 AM
Feb 2018

As hard as it is to make that final decision, It is a kindness to the beloved fur baby. Have had to do this many times myself. Their memories remain with us, and when the time is right we go in search of another loving companion who will bring their special gifts into out lives. He will be waiting for you and your family members at the rainbow bridge when you get there.

onecent

(6,096 posts)
21. I will raise a glass of red wine, when 4:00 gets here for Bonkers!!!
Wed Feb 28, 2018, 10:19 AM
Feb 2018

It is so hard to do this for a dog or a cat, and I've done both. It makes your days kind of
the worst thing you can think of ALL DAY.....Please give him an extra pat from me.

Phentex

(16,334 posts)
22. Aww. To Bonkers!
Wed Feb 28, 2018, 11:30 AM
Feb 2018

sounds like he had a great life and gave much joy to your family. That's all we can ask for.

The Velveteen Ocelot

(115,870 posts)
24. Here's to Bonkers.
Wed Feb 28, 2018, 12:13 PM
Feb 2018

Right now my glass is just a coffee cup, but I raise it anyhow, to Bonkers. And my condolences to you and your family.

mikeysnot

(4,757 posts)
27. Time to head to a rescue
Wed Feb 28, 2018, 12:29 PM
Feb 2018

and get yourself another Bonkers.

I just came home with my new little boy from the Cat rescue yesterday, he is all at home and settled nicely.

Losing a longtime pet is always hard.

Kittycow

(2,396 posts)
30. May the sun shine warm upon your face..
Wed Feb 28, 2018, 12:42 PM
Feb 2018

as you rise up to join the loving DU family waiting for you on Rainbow Bridge...

To Bonkers !

To Bonkers' fam on earth :.

Bayard

(22,169 posts)
32. You gave him love and care,
Wed Feb 28, 2018, 01:01 PM
Feb 2018

And someone to love back. What more can a kitty ask for?

I still say hello every time I walk past my own little pet cemetery here in the woods. Sad to say, it grows larger every year, mostly from losing kids to old age.

It never gets any easier. But getting a new kitten does ease the pain, and Bonkers wouldn't mind that.

catbyte

(34,459 posts)
33. I'm so very sorry.
Wed Feb 28, 2018, 01:02 PM
Feb 2018

The only time our furry family members are ever capable of breaking our hearts is when it's time for them to leave us. With tears in my eyes, here's to Bonkers:

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