My beloved Duke,
How I will miss you, my boy. You have been with me for 16 years through all of the good times, the bad times, in sickness and in health. You will live on in my heart and thoughts forever. Thank you for being there when I needed you most, helping me get through the pain of my Stiffperson Syndrome, being my crutch when I needed you; helping me up the stairs when I could not do it alone. I know that you are free of pain now and as happy as a puppy again, but the sorrow of losing you is too much to bear. I know I have to be strong for Lucia, Lou & Emerald because they need me too, but it is so hard. You were my first baby and you will always hold the most special place in my heart. I know that we will see each other again someday. And I know that you will be waiting for me at the other side of the Rainbow Bridge. Until then, my beloved pet, God hold you in the palm of his hands.