Eclipse

Ecli.

You had to be the sweetest cat that have ever known.  You knew how to make all of us feel better.  When Grandpa was still here, you were his girl.  When He died, you comforted Grandma and me.  You had such strong intuition and it worked every time.

We knew you were not feeling well and getting slower but you never complained.  Grandma tried everything to coax you to eat and drink.  You did until it was just too much for you.  The comfort you gave was so important.  We miss you terribly but know Grandpa is now holding you again. Give our love to Clair, Ceci and Scherzo.

Eclipse

Ecli.

You had to be the sweetest cat that have ever known.  You knew how to make all of us feel better.  When Grandpa was still here, you were his girl.  When He died, you comforted Grandma and me.  You had such strong intuition and it worked every time.

We knew you were not feeling well and getting slower but you never complained.  Grandma tried everything to coax you to eat and drink.  You did until it was just too much for you.  The comfort you gave was so important.  We miss you terribly but know Grandpa is now holding you again. Give our love to Clair, Ceci and Scherzo.

Clair

Clair –

as pure as moonlight (named after the piano piece “Clair de Lune”) and had such a gentle spirit!

Unstoppable as a kitten, no barricade was insurmountable for you.

You pushed Grandpa out of his chair to

put him to bed, get your ears scratched and go to Grandma for your evening treats.

You sat in Grandma’s corner of the kitchen waiting for food or a face full of flour.

Somehow you stole Sisters treats.

You never meowed much but reached out with your paw for attention.

You understood two languages maybe three (if we include “cat”)

You loved to chew Alstroemeria’s leaves as long as you could get to them.

We realized you were not feeling well as you became weaker and lost your sight.  But, your sense of smell and great ears helped you navigate.  It was very sad to let you go!  But, we are still taking care of your Sister and will see you again.

Love, the Showman Family

Lucky the Rabbit

Lucky,

You brought so much joy to those of us that watched for you
everyday.

We all were sad that your first home chose not to be your forever home. But, somehow your instincts kicked in and you
survived on your own…even chasing the wild rabbits! You touched many lives and allowed people to feed you and even pet you.

It was very sad that you passed over that Rainbow Bridge this morning to be with other dear animals that preceded you. There is joy to know you are surrounded by constant love, safety and good food and water.

We ALL will miss you!

The Sanner Street, Race Street friends

Scherzo by H Preston Showman / Preston

My spirited Scherzo…your name (even though it was hard for people to pronounce and spell especially Grandma)…described you perfectly.
You and your sister Ceci (ID 53744) had perfect names for your personalities.

You had the spirit to fight and stand your ground when needed. Whether it was to defend yourself from Ceci, alert me to a mouse in the house, protect Grandma and Grandpa from whatever
“gremlins” you thought were at their back door and to fight your way to 20 years with me while having seizures and high blood pressure for three years.

I know the last three years were hard for you and maybe even scary but you kept your elegant and graceful nature with your unbeatable spirit.

Thank you for sharing your life with me and teaching me some valuable lessons. I still miss you more
than I can express.