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Providing extensive support for families who have lost a beloved pet, including private cremation.

10/30/2026

In memory of Otie who crossed over the Rainbow Bridge October 21, 2026. Our sympathies go out to Lynette and Frank Seith. It was an honor to be asked to care for your baby during this difficult time.

OTIE SEITH

October 21, 2026

Back in 2010, the APL brought animals to the Ashtabula Mall to be adopted. Lynette was going to retire and went in search of a cat to keep her company at home. Otis was his name and he was so playful that she had to take him home for another wonderful 16 years of his 17 years.

Otie, as they called him, went through a lot. He fell once and had to have surgery on his leg, like the ACL in humans. That was a trip to Copley and a long two-week recovery for him. They also found out he had been abused in his first year, and the other leg never healed right from being broken. That was sad to hear. But he made a full recovery. Later he would get shots for arthritis, but nothing much stopped him from being active.

Their daughter was getting married and a fire broke out across the street as they were leaving, so there was some chaos at their house. Somehow, he snuck outdoors, which they did not realize, and he was gone for over a week, which was very concerning for them. Finally, Frank left food in the garage, and they hoped he would be around and eating it. One day he came out from under their sunroom attached to the back of their house, and he was happily home.

During his lifetime, he “found” two other cats on their patio and added them to their bunch.

Even on his last day on this earth, Otie was loving and slept on the bed. He will always be in their hearts as the most wonderful orange kitty a person could ever have at home.

10/29/2026

In memory of Charlie who crossed over the Rainbow Bridge October 22, 2026. Our sympathies go out to Yamilet & Javier Torres. It was an honor to be asked to care for your baby during this difficult time.

CHARLIE TORRES

October 22, 2026

In Loving Memory of Our Sweet Charlie
14 beautiful years of love. Forever loved, forever missed.
On October 22, 2026, at 14 years old, our sweet Charlie crossed the rainbow bridge, taking a piece of our hearts with him and leaving behind a lifetime of beautiful memories and a love that will never fade.

Charlie was so much more than a little Chihuahua. He was our baby, our family, our comfort, and one of the greatest blessings life could have ever given us. Though he was so tiny, he had the biggest personality and a mind entirely of his own. He was strong-willed, full of character, and unapologetically himself. Charlie had his own way of doing things, and we wouldn’t have changed a single thing about him. His little attitude, his independence, and that larger-than-life personality made him one of a kind. There truly was no one quite like our Charlie.

For 14 beautiful years, Charlie filled our lives with love, laughter, companionship, and memories we will cherish forever. He was there through the good days, the difficult days, and all the ordinary moments in between. Somehow, such a tiny little soul became such a huge part of our world.

Charlie was a little fighter. Through every challenge, he showed us what strength, courage, and unconditional love truly looked like. He fought so hard, and we fought right alongside him because every extra moment with him was worth everything. We would have done anything for just a little more time with our sweet boy.

Our hearts are broken knowing we can no longer hold him, kiss his little face, or have him by our side. We will miss his little presence, his big personality, and even those stubborn moments that made him who he was. Our home will never feel quite the same without him. But we find comfort in knowing that he is finally at peace, free from pain, and surrounded by endless love.

Charlie leaves behind his loving family, who will forever cherish the unconditional love, joy, and countless memories he brought into their lives. Though his little paws no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever remain in our hearts.

Charlie, thank you for every cuddle, every laugh, every memory, and every moment you gave us. Thank you for teaching us patience, strength, and a kind of unconditional love that words could never fully describe. Thank you for being exactly who you were, our stubborn, loving, strong, beautiful little boy.

Fourteen years will never feel like enough. We wish we could have had a lifetime more.

If love alone could have kept you here, you would have lived forever.
You may have been just a small part of this world, but to us, you were our whole world.

You were loved every day of your life, and you will be missed every day of ours. Forever our baby, forever our Charlie.

Rest peacefully, our sweet Charlie. Until the day we meet again at the rainbow bridge, run free, our precious boy. You took a piece of our hearts with you, but you left behind a love that even goodbye could never take away.

We love you more than words could ever express, and we will carry you in our hearts for the rest of our lives.

Forever our baby. Forever our family. Forever our Charlie.

10/28/2026

In memory of Ralph who crossed over the Rainbow Bridge October 11, 2026. Our sympathies go out to Jessica, Zack and Lauralyn Elkins. It was an honor to be asked to care for your baby during this difficult time.

RALPH ELKINS

April 1, 2012 – October 11, 2026

Ralph was such a lover. He was not afraid of anything, not even the vacuum. He loved meeting new people and getting pets from everyone. His mom was his favorite, always together, especially cuddling under the blankets at bedtime. He was found as a lone kitten outside. His mom made it through nursing school with the joy he brought to her. He watched his sister grow up and he loved her even in mom’s belly. He was her protector.

He loved to sunbathe and cuddle with his cat sister, Cheeby. He especially loved chin scratches and would crinkle his nose when you scratched him. Ralph always loved to beg for a nibble off your plate, whether it was bacon, French fries, or ice cream. He was the biggest goofball and often got the zoomies. He was affectionally known as Mr. Fluff Ralphie Bo Balphie. He always waited at the door every morning for mom to get home from work so he could have his treats. He loved to watch “cat tv” on dad’s phone and laid with him every night when they both missed mom at work.

10/22/2026

In memory of Mia who crossed over the Rainbow Bridge October 10, 2026. Our sympathies go out to Gary and Cindy Boettcher. It was an honor to be asked to care for your baby during this difficult time.

MIA BOETTCHER

April 2014 – October 10, 2026

Mia was adopted in the spring of 2014 along with her sister Leah, when they were six weeks old. Mia was well known for her hunting skills. She loved chasing chipmunks and mice and loved playing with the frogs along the creek. They often called her Mia Mouser or Mee Mee.

She also loved drinking water from the water faucet and would often cry until the water was turned on for her to take a drink. She would then rest on her favorite ottoman near the living room window and watch the birds and chatter at them.
Mia was so loved by her family, and she will truly be missed.

10/14/2026

In memory of Shaggy who crossed over the Rainbow Bridge October 6, 2026. Our sympathies go out to Christine (aka Chris) and John Nagy. It was an honor to be asked to care for your baby during this difficult time.

SHAGGY (SUGAR BEAR) NAGY

August 12, 2014 – October 6, 2026

Shaggy was one of four kittens that Chris and John bottle fed at four weeks old after mama cat died. He and his brothers were all kept indoors. They could be found sitting in the windowsills chattering at the birds and chipmunks at the bird feeder or chasing each other through the house. Shaggy’s favorite things were plastic balls, kitty treats, and lots of belly rubs.

Shaggy was very affectionate and loved sitting or snuggling with John and Chris. They will miss Shaggy dearly. He was deeply loved by his human mom and dad. John and Chris will meet you again at the Rainbow Bridge.

Forever in our hearts and minds. The Nagy’s.

10/14/2026

In memory of Jubba who crossed over the Rainbow Bridge October 9, 2026. Our sympathies go out to MIchelle Price-Ocasio, Rob Ocasio Jr, and family. It was an honor to be asked to care for your baby during this difficult time.

JUBBA PRICE

October 9, 2026

Jubba was a Chihuahua and he has been with the Price family for over 17 years. The Price family is the only family Jubba has known. His exact date of birth is unknown as he was found with his siblings after he was born. He watched the children grow and then the grandkids.

He had no favorite toy, but he had his blanket that he would sleep under. They will miss his barking at the other dog while at the food bowl. Although he was the smallest, he was the king of the food dish. He would sift through the food until he found the right morsel, then take it to his bed, eat it and then return for another.

Jabba sadly passed the afternoon of October 9, 2026. He has gone to be with their other dog Maggie who passed two years ago. They will be together again. Rest in peace Jubba.

10/06/2026

In memory of Matty who crossed over the Rainbow Bridge September 29, 2026. Our sympathies go out to Barbara Gubanyar. It was an honor to be asked to care for your baby during this difficult time.

MATTY GUBANYAR

September 29, 2026

Matty was a mini platinum poodle, and he had a number of physical challenges. He was blind, toothless, and old, but his nose still worked so he enjoyed his Joanne’s scentwork at the Kennel Club.

He enjoyed his meet and greet walks on Sundays at the Bridge Street Farmers Market with his pink eared sibling, Mindy in their pink carriage. Matty greeted many friends at the farmers market from Reec, Jen, Gideon, the flower ladies.

There was a mass for Matty at the feast of St. Francis at Hildegard Haus in Fairport Harbor and a celebration of life at Grand River Cellers.

10/06/2026

In memory of Baxter who crossed over the Rainbow Bridge September 27, 2026. Our sympathies go out to Brenda and Brian MacNaughton. It was an honor to be asked to care for your baby during this difficult time.

BAXTER “BABBY” MACNAUGHTON

December 31, 2017 – September 27, 2026

It is with deep sadness that Brenda and Brian had to say goodbye for now to their wonderful, playful, and loyal companion Baxter. He lost a courageous fight against cancer that was diagnosed two months ago. He was the most faithful friend, especially to his mom, Brenda. He went with her to work at Jefferson Healthcare Center, the Ashtabula Senior Center, Saybrook Methodist Church, and their “Happy Place by the Lake” at Holiday Camplands. Above all, he loved going on golf cart rides, running and jumping up onto the golf cart and pointing his nose at the gas pedal, impatiently waiting for Mom or Dad to start the cart. He was loved by all, family and friends, young and old, spreading smiles wherever he went, being an unofficial “therapy dog” to those who needed a furry friend.

He loved playing “ball-ball” with his favorite toy - a grey ball, tracking it in the air no matter how high it was thrown and catching it in his mouth before it hit the ground. He also liked to tear into his toy monkey, which now only has three limbs left. Brian and Brenda took Baxter to the Conneaut Hotel to help them with their ghost hunting adventures. With his acute dog senses, he would suddenly stop and stare at something or someone down the hall they couldn’t see.

He was very protective of his mom, running out from behind the couch, growling at the other animals in the house that she tried to talk to. They will miss him so much, leaving a huge void in the lives of all who knew him, but they know that he is walking toward the Rainbow Bridge with his Corgi butt swag. Brenda and Brian will meet you at the bridge, old friend, and they will walk into heaven together.

10/02/2026

In memory of Hulk who crossed over the Rainbow Bridge September 25, 2026. Our sympathies go out to Dragan, Jessica, Isabella, Niko Paulic. It was an honor to be asked to care for your baby during this difficult time.

HULK (AKA HULKY AND BUBBY) PAULIC

December 12, 2012 – September 25, 2026

Hulk was born on December 12, 2012, and along with his brother Thor, was adopted by his forever family on February 10, 2016, at the age of three. Hulk was a true gentle giant. Hulk craved connection with his humans. He had eyes that didn’t just look at you, they searched your soul for love. Hulk never knew an enemy and had even finally come to love his new feline sister, Lulu, that his family had recently adopted. You could oftentimes find Hulk on the back deck enjoying a cigar with his dad. Hulk loved licking the smoke out of the air! If Hulks dad was working on a vehicle, you would always find Hulk laying alongside him, just watching. Many nights, Hulk could be found cuddled up in bed next to his human brother Niko with his head on the spare pillow. Hulk always thought he was a human. In the evening, Hulk loved to give moral support to his human sister Isabella by curling up next to her with his head on her foot while she studied. In fact, this is exactly how Hulk crossed the rainbow bridge, curled up next to his favorite humans with his head rested on his sister’s foot.

Hulk hated winter (he disliked being cold). He loved the summer and many days would find a sunny spot in the yard to bask in the sun. Hulk loved to greet his family when they returned home, even learning how to open the door to let himself out. In the summer you could often find Hulk relaxing out by the garden, watching his mom pick produce and prune plants and guarding her garden from bunnies. Hulk was never an angry boy. He was always happy, bubbly and just a big loveable baby. Hulk’s favorite snack was popcorn, and he loved the occasional trip to King Kone for a pup cup. Hulk looked forward to Sunday mornings when he and his brother Thor would always get an egg omelet.

Hulk will be dearly missed by his mom and dad, Dragan and Jessica; his sister, Isabella; his brother, Niko; his canine life mate and brother, Thor and his new feline sister, Lulu.

Hulks family wishes to thank Dr Rielinger and the staff at Pine Hollow Veterinary Services in Orwell and Ducro Funeral Services for their compassionate care of their sweet boy.

“Until one has loved an animal, a part of one’s soul remains un-awakened” – Anatole France

10/02/2026

In memory of Razzel who crossed over the Rainbow Bridge September 4, 2026. Our sympathies go out to Sandra and Barry Mallory. It was an honor to be asked to care for your baby during this difficult time.

RAZZEL MALLORY
April 2007 – September 4, 2026
He was that one in a million. If you have ever had one you know what Sandra is talking about. He wasn't just a cat. He gushed personality and intelligence, and she knew it when she met him. He was about 12 weeks old and overly friendly. He jumped in Sandra’s truck and started rolling around on her lap and purring loudly and she knew she had to have him. Sandra took him home and placed him at the foot of her bed and he slept with her all night. They shared a bed for the next 19 years.

Raz learned quickly. They spent hour together playing with his toys. If she left him, he would walk through the house carrying his favorite toy screaming at the top of his lungs. Family members would have to come and check to make sure he was okay.

Raz babysat several batches of kittens so mamas could leave their babies and take care of themselves. He pottied them and played with them, always being gentle. He was the head of the other two cats and kept everyone in line. He had one human and it was Sandra. He tolerated others as alternate humans but never connected with them. Raz trusted her completely, she could do anything with him and he never fought her. Sandra’s husband said he would sit next to her while she slept and just stared at her for hours making sure she was okay.

The most amazing thing Raz did was mimic Sandra’s kiss to him on her cheek. She would press her lips to his cheek and slide her lips to his ear. Raz woke her one morning with his lips pressed to her cheek and then slid them across to her ear. He understood what love meant. He couldn't tell her he loved her with words, but he knew that a kiss was her way of saying how much he was loved. He told her in so many ways, and she has so many stories of what an incredible cat he was, but it would be a book. He came to Sandra at a time when her kids were moving out and her husband moved to night shift. He was her company and he was Sandra’s best friend for 19 years. She was so lucky to have him at all, let alone for 19 years. She wouldn't give up a moment in time with him to save herself from the deep pain of missing him that she has now. How lucky she was. Love you always Raz. Until we're together again.

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