My Big Sweet Casey Jones has gone to the bridge

[onebigmickeyfan]

I had to help Casey my big sweet boy to the bridge last night. It was sudden and I am still in complete shock. Mark is not home so it was something that I had to hadle alone. It seems Casey had a large cancerous mass on his spleen and it had spread to his kidneys. The spleen ruptured yesterday and when I got home last night he was in terrible shape. The was really no other option. I brought my boy in thinking it might be a blockage of some sort and left without him. He crossed at 11:41pm with his head in my lap while I stroked him and told him how loved he is. Mark is on his way home right now so when he gets here we are going to get Casey so we can bury him in the little pet cemetary out back of our house. So Casey is coming home one last time. Please light a candle and say a prayer for my big sweet smoochie boy Casey.

I love you baby boy, be happy and healthy at the bridge till the day I see you again.
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[Irminsul]

I am so sorry about your loss! We have lost dogs suddenly like that, and it is so hard! Lots of :hugs1: :hugs1: :hugs1: to you and Mark!

My deepest condolences!

[Tasha's Mom]

Oh Lori, I'm so sorry to hear of Casey Jones' sudden passing. Such a shock to have it happen so quickly, but you gave him the kindest gift there is--an end to his suffering. I know he will be missed, and my thoughts are with you and Mark at this difficult time. :hugs1: :hugs1:

[lotsadox]

I'm so sorry, Lori. It's so hard to handle these things alone. I know I've done it. Sending :hugs1: :hugs1: :hugs1:

[SirOliversMom]

Lori..I am heartbroken, I am so sorry. I met this big beautiful boy and he was such a sweetheart. Mark must be devasted. My deepest most sincere sympathies to both of you. :hugs1:

I will light a candle for him to help him find his way.

[Orchid Crazy]

I am so sorry for your loss!

[Courtknee]

Lori I am heartbroken too. I know what a big spot this gorgeous guy has in your heart. Take care, we are thinking of you and Casey. :hugs1: :hugs1: :hugs1:

[Kim H.]

Oh, Lori... no... I am so incredibly sorry. I know you loved your big beautiful boy. This is the same thing that happened with Tristan - he suddenly started acting like he didn't feel well so my husband took him to the vet and they found a big tumor on his spleen on x-ray. My husband called me at work and we were going to take him to Tampa for an ultrasound but they never were able to get him stabilized. He was gone within about 5 hours.

I am crying for your Casey and you & Mark (and Missy who will miss the big brother who has always been there for her). I will tell Tristan to look for him at the Rainbow Bridge. :crying:

:hugs1: to you all.

[Juneysmom]

Oh, Lori, I am so sorry to hear this. I know what you are going through, having lost Bunny last July. :hug2: :hug2:

[Me&DappledDuo]

Lori, this brought me to tears. I hope you know how absolutely enthralled I was by Casey- he was such a gorgeous boy, so big and huggable! I loved the crazy dachshund filled house- but meeting Casey was very special- he truly was an amazing dog.

I'm so sorry- my heart breaks at the thought of you having to go through that alone. Hugs to you, Mark and his dachsie family. :hugs1:

[tiggermiss]

Oh Lori,

I am in tears just reading your post. My deepest Sympathies to you and Mark :hugs1:
I will certainly light a candle for Casey Jones tonight and say a little prayer for him.

[Sausage Mom]

Lori, my most deepest and sincere sympathies to you and Mark in during this sorrowful time. :hugs1:

:pray:ers to your family and your beloved Casey Jones.

[quavec]

Oh Lori, I am so sorry for your loss. Sweet Casey is at the Bridge :angel1: with so many of our beloved pets. Hugs to you :hugs1:

[dutchman]

Lori,

My heart goes out to you. It's hitting a little closer today since one of the people at work is taking off early today to help one of her companions on her way to the bridge.

[Susa]

Oh Lori, I'm so sorry for you. Your poor pup has made me cry today. I know your heart must be completely broken. You have my deepest sympathies.

[dutchman]

Lori here is one of the old poems that I suspect you have seem me post before but today it will have a little extra meaning for you and Mark.

------BEGIN ATTACHMENT-----------

When Tomorrow Starts Without Me

By: Unknown

When tomorrow starts without me,
And I'm not there to see;
If the sun should rise and find your eyes
All filled with tears for me;
I wish so much you wouldn't cry
The way you did today,
While thinking of the many things,
We didn't get to say.

I know how much you love me,
As much as I love you,
And each time that you think of me,
I know you'll miss me too;
But when tomorrow starts without me,
Please try to understand,
That an angel came and called my name,
And took me by the hand,
And said my place was ready,
In heaven far above,
And that I'd have to leave behind
All those I dearly love.

But as I turned to walk away,
A tear fell from my eye,
For all my life, I'd always thought,
I didn't want to die.
I had so much to live for,
So much yet to do,
It seemed almost impossible,
That I was leaving you.

I thought of all the yesterdays,
The good ones and the bad,
I thought of all the love we shared,
And all the fun we had.

If I could relive yesterday,
Just even for awhile,
I'd say goodbye and kiss you
And maybe see you smile.
But then I fully realized,
That this could never be,
For emptiness and memories,
Would take the place of me.

And when I thought of worldly things,
I might miss come tomorrow,
I thought of you, and when i did,
My heart was filled with sorrow.

But when I walked through heaven's gates,
I felt so much at home.
When God looked down and smiled at me,
From His great golden throne,
He said "This is eternity,
And all I've promised you."
Today for life on earth is past,
But here it starts anew.
I promise no tomorrow,
But today will always last,
And since each day's the same day
There's no longing for the past.
But you have been so faithful,
So trusting and so true.
Thought there were times you did some things,
You knew you shouldn't do.But you have been forgivenAnd now at last you're free.So won't you take my handAnd share my life with me?So when tomorrow starts without me,Don't think we're far apart,For everytime you think of me,I'm right here, in your heart

[Joyce]

I am so sorry I know how hard it hurts.

[helen]

Please accept my sincere condolences. :hugs1:

[LUVMYGUNNER]

Sorry to hear about your loss.

[minicooper]

Lori, :hugs1: to you and Mark at this sad time :(

Casey, run free at the Bridge :angel1:

[Patt]

Dear Lori and Mark, I am so very sorry for the loss of your dear sweet Casey Jones.... Know that you are both in my thoughts and prayers and that a candle is lit, in honor and celebration of your Casey's life and the loving bond you shared... I know he is at the Bridge waiting for you. :pray: :pray:

[TDR11114]

and my heart goes out to you. I am so sorry that you had to go through that alone, but Casey wasnt alone when he passed, you were with him to give him comfort. Sending hugs your way, :hugs1: :hugs1: :hugs1: , and i will say a prayer for you, and Casey. :pray:

[doxie4u]

Bless your heart. I know you must be so sad now. I am so aorry for your loss and that your hubby was not there to be with you and Casey. God Bless.

[Heidismom]

:sob: for you! I am so sorry for the suddenness of his passing! I think it is harder when they go quickly, than when we know the end is coming and are a little bit prepared for it.

Run, Casey - be free at the Bridge, and know you were and will be loved!

[Mark]

Oh Lori . . .

Thank you for sharing him with us . . . you know how bad we feel and you have our sincere sympathies. He was beautiful and prolly even moreso with a RB halo.

[TessieMom]

I am so sorry for you and your family! I know that Casey is guarding the bridge with all of our forever babies and is no longer suffering. Please take care! :bighug: :bighug: :bighug:

[kpm_tex]

So Sorry about Casey .. :sob: That is the same thing that took my Gracie. :hugs1:

[Girrl's mom]

Oh, my dear Lori, so sorry to hear, know this is a very bad time for you, Mark and the other pups. The holes they leave in our hearts, the empty space...it's tough.

[Rupert's Mommy]

My thoughts and prayers are with you and Mark :hugs1: Hang in there :hugs1:

[pipsqueak21]

Lori...I couldn't believe it when I read the subject line. :hugs1: :hugs1: :hugs1:

Casey was so handsome, and I am honored that I got the chance to meet him. I am so sorry for your loss. :sob:

[Heide]

shock too. I cannot get over this handsome boy leaving this life.
I know he was truly loved by you and Mark and all the doxie babies.
He was the protector.
Like I said last night, I am shocked too.
I know that had to be so hard, handeling this by yourself.
Please know that we love you and are here for you.Glad Mark got home yesterday.
Be free Casey and we will see each other again. Take care of my little loved ones that left before us.
:hug2: :hug2: :hugs1:

[Rudy's mom - MI]

Lori, I am so very sorry to hear about your Sweet Casey Jones! Sending many healing rayz for your broken hearts. :rayz: :rayz: :rayz:

[Love My Doxies]

I am so sorry. :pray: :pray: :pray: Prayers to ease your pain.

[alisoninmd]

Oh Lori,

I'm so sorry. My heart goes out to you and your family. No doubt sweet Casey knew he was loved very, very much. :hug2: :hug2: :hug2:

[Marion]

I am so sorry Lori - you & your family are in my thoughts :hugs1: and :pray:ers. Casey was such a handsome boy with such a sweet face, and I bet he's already been befriended by all our doggie angels at The Bridge... :angel:

[Schatz's Mom]

Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. I never had the opportunity to meet Casey but from reading the previous posts he must have been a wonderful loving soul who will be greatly missed. :hugs1:

[willsana]

Lori and Mark, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I know Casey was a very dear friend to you both. Now all the little Doxies at the Bridge have him to watch over them while they play.

[svofcols]

Oh Lori,
I deliberately stay away from this section just because of posts like these. I am soooooo sorry to hear about your sweet baby. :crying: I do know that he is now waiting with all of our other :angel1: free of pain - until we gather around them again. Please know that I will be thinking of you in the days to come. Saying a special :pray: for you and Mark.
Sandi

[KBanister]

My deepest condolences on losing Casey. My heart aches for your family.

[juliette]

Oh Lori honey, I'm so sorry to read about Casey. Candles and prayers for you and Mark. :hug2:

[gunther's mom]

I am so sorry. Yes- time does take them too quickly. As I was walking my 17 year old terrier tonight I was reminded that time is passing. Hus to you.

[PennyLover]

I am so sorry. :hugs1: My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

[schroeders mom]

Oh Lori, I am soo sorry! I just got home from a business trip and just read your post on Casey. Words just can't describe how sorry I am. I've lost pups that went to the bridge too soon. Take care and God bless you and Mark :angel1: !