Celebrate the Life and Legacy of Your Beloved Animal Companion
At BrightHaven, we believe every animal’s journey is filled with meaning. This memorial page is a place for you to reflect, remember, and celebrate the bond you shared with your beloved companion. Whether you're grieving, honoring, or simply remembering, we’re here with you.
Ziggy
Gail holding Ziggy Ziggy (named for the son of the equally incomparable Jamaican singer and musician Bob Marley) came to us in March 2018 from nonprofit Retrievers and Friends of Southern…
Rosie
Rosie’s soulful eyes (Photo by Blanca Walker) It is with love, joy, deep sadness and heartache that I write today to share the news of Rosie’s passing on Thursday 13th July at 9…
Sasha
Gail, Richard, Sasha, & Lily November 19, 2022, is a date I will remember with mixed feelings as it marked not only the death of our beloved Sasha, but also…
Bailey
March 26 th at 7:30pm saw the ending of yet another BrightHaven era, with the death of our amazing super-dog-man and old soul, Bailey. I am not sure that I can…
Gem
With Blanca Gem died at 5am on the 11th of April 2018 To see one who fought the odds for all her life, and succeeded by reaching double figures in…
Ellie
Ellie with Gail In June 17th 2016 the BrightHaven family was joined by an angel named Goldie who we renamed Ellie, and on February 9th 2018 Ellie returned to join…
Sophie
On January 22nd, just before noon, Sophie Pope stepped out of her slender and lately fragile feline body and headed for the stars, leaving behind her more than twenty years…
Lily
At 3:24am on Friday 29th December 2017 BrightHaven bade fare-thee-well to our dearest Lily dog, AKA “Big Dog” (she was affectionately called Big Dog by Blanca as she was small…
Lali
Lali loved to follow Richard everywhere he went. On January 30th 2014 BrightHaven life changed as a dear and joyful old lady skipped into ourlives. Lali was rescued in the…
Talya
The Queen Has Died — Long Live The Queen Dear friends, I am writing to let everyone know that Talya passed away on Friday the 4th August at 1130pm…
Jack
October the 6th 2016 heralded a new angel treading the path to the afterlife and marked the end of an era for BrightHaven as Jack left us to join the…
King Tut
King Tut in his new BrightHaven home It’s hard to believe this 17 year-old regal, dignified and oh so gentle senior, began life as a feral. Approaching 10 years old,…
Dorothy
Dear Friends, I am writing today with the sad news of the death of Dotty – the most special and adored old goat who could have ever lived! Dotty was…
Hope
Hope being Assisted with Eating Hope came to live at BrightHaven six years ago. She came to us for hospice care and Tuesday (June 23rd) at 2pm this dear dog…
Joey
Gail holding Joey Dear friends, This little note comes to tell his friends of so many years that the BrightHaven sheriff, dear Joey, passed away Saturday evening shortly before 9pm.…
Molly
Molly in bed ~26th December 2014 From now forward, Boxing Day will take on new meaning, as it was the day that one of the sweetest souls we have yet…
Sam
Sam doing well and gaining weight ~October 20th 2014 The morning of October 20th marked the passing of a BrightHaven icon. Rescued from the streets, emaciated and desperately ill, Sam…
Johnnie
Johnnie on bed ~October 12th 2014 My heart is heavy this morning as I write to tell his many friends of the death of our beloved Johnnie angel, as he…
Neill
Emma with Neil ~14th August 2014 Here I sit with pen poised and no real idea how on earth to best portray this sweet and gentle giant whose only aim…
Daisy
~ September 13, 2013 As we pass closer to the end of life, we are always aware as in any hospice situation that death may actually not be the outcome…
In Loving Memory
As we remember, we also heal. This page is a testament to the enduring bonds between humans and animals. Thank you for sharing your memories, your stories, and your heart. Together, we honor a circle of life rooted in love.
Honoring the lives of animals who have journeyed on, yet remain forever in our hearts.
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At BrightHaven, knowledge reduces fear. We believe that conscious decision-making can ease anxiety and reduce the burden of guilt so many pet parents carry.
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Gail Pope