Barry

I could see the pain in his eyes.  He didn’t understand, but he knew he was hurting.  He growled when I even picked him up.

The vet found a very large tumor in his abdomen.  It was pushing up against all his internal organs.  Any way we moved, it caused pain.

Cats less than 3 years old rarely get these kinds of tumors.  Even if they performed the very complex surgery, he was genetically disposed to getting these tumors and the chance of him getting more was high.

Or he could go to Kitty Heaven.

I can barely see the screen through the tears in my eyes right now.

They say the good die young; Barry was a very very good kitty.

His ashes are to be scattered at the Monroe Pet Cemetary.  He will always be part of this place.

Good bye, Barry.  I loved you more than I’ve ever loved any pet in my whole life.

29 Comments

  • manwhofelltoearth says:

    Sorry dude…

  • Roscoe says:

    I am so sorry my friend.

  • LethalAmbrose says:

    😐 🙁 😕 …..(*moment of silence*)

  • Jean_S says:

    Sorry for your loss.

  • marthamagenta says:

    I’m so sorry to hear you have lost Barry! I lost a cat to cancer two years ago. We had her for 13 years and she was such an irreplaceable character. You have some nice pics and vids to remember Barry by though haven’t you?

  • Labrea_Tarpits says:

    Words are inadequate. You often made your love apparent. I am so sorry seems a pathetic response but it’s all I have. :love:

  • Chelo16B says:

    Sorry for your loss 😥

  • mike b says:

    *2 Kudos*
    A fitting and powerful tribute to your friend, despite its sadness.

  • Rhonda575 says:

    I’m so sorry for the sudden loss of your Barry.
    H u g s
    :love:

  • Kay says:

    :love: :love:

  • santa says:

    damn Joko sorry to hear that.. I loved barry too

  • Guerrillero says:

    Hate to hear this Joko.

    🙁

  • Marigv says:

    Joko, please don’t cry.

    I’ll send you my cat, with the first flight in the morning.

    Don’t forget to open the door. *hugs*

  • Angel_Love says:

    I know the feeling of loss only too well and my heart goes out to you! :love:

  • moosehammer says:

    Man, I’m so sorry to hear this. The same thing happened with my dachshund Commet a while back. I know there’s nothing that I can say that will make this any easier for you. Just know you and Barry are in my thoughts. Hang in there Joko and remember you’ve got a bunch of friends here wishing you the best. :love:

  • voodoobeachbunny says:

    “Grief is like the ocean; it comes on waves ebbing and flowing. Sometimes the water is calm, and sometimes it is overwhelming. All we can do is learn to swim.” I am so sorry Joko..:love:

  • peacemaker says:

    sorry for your loss man….Barry was such a great looking cat…really. I’m sure you will move on in time and perhaps opportunity will reward you with a new cat companion…there’s always another lonely feline looking for a family to love them. Peace. :love:

  • Robbie says:

    Awe Joko. I am so sad to hear this. I dunno even what to say. Barry was one of a kind and through your videos we all got attached to him. Damn.. Damn… Now Im tearing up. Damn.

  • Lemaks says:

    My heart goes out to you Joko.

  • Merikay says:

    He was with you giving you his unconditional love for a short but very hard time. You were good to him and I’m sure he enjoyed his cat life. Be strong. Take care of yourself. Call at any hours.

    Love Mom

  • maiden_crone says:

    my condolences :love: I know what it is to lose a pet.

  • Joko says:

    I want to thank everyone for all the warm thoughts and hugs.

    I keep thinking I’m pulling myself together and then I’ll just start bawling again.

  • -Joe- says:

    Wow man. I’m so sorry to hear that. Losing a good cat like Barry… well it just sucks.

  • Lady_Hart says:

    This makes me sad, as I know it is hard for you to lose Barry. Huuggggzzzz!

  • diana_marsh says:

    So sorry Joko! Thoughts and prayers with you. :love:

  • kat says:

    I am in tears as I read this. My heart breaks for you, but know that Barry is in a better place now. He was as lucky to have you for a Daddy as you were to have him! How is Bliss doing?

  • Heidi_Foley says:

    cats have nine lives,, he lives this next one in heaven,, with lots of mischief to get into.. love and hugs joko

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