In Loving Memory

15 years ago, on July 16, 2010, I met Kit “Pizza” Brown. 10 days later, my then roommate Kristen convinced me she needed to be part of our family.

Kit’s been everywhere and done everything with us. She’s sailed around the island, hiked many trails, found many sticks, and rolled many balls. She’s been our soul dog and so much more than just a pet — she’s an integral part of our family.

Unfortunately, Kit passed away this Friday. She was comfortable, with her family, and not in pain. She was so loved, and loved us back ten times as much.

It’s rare to find something or someone like Kit. Her high emotional intelligence, sassy attitude, and love for adventure made her the best companion anyone could ever have. If you know Kit, you know she’s notorious for mischief, rolling her “treat ball” and legendary tales of adventure from her youth.

She will be missed by her dad, mom, sister Jupiter, baby Lily, and all those whose lives (and hearts) she touched.

Goodnight Kit 🦊 We’ll see you on the other side 🌙

Thank you so much for taking Aiger to his final resting. We had him less than a year, he rescued me from the grief of losing my previous cat of 13 years. He was a sweet soul with a loving heart and the whole neighborhood came to love him and his visits. He was only 2, but his soul will live in my son’s and my heart forever.

Forever loved, Dexter’s gentle spirit will live on in every pawprint left on our hearts.

Teifi was our special, calm,and loving little girl who was adored by the family and doted on by our 5 grandchildren. She will be missed.

Ella — a kind and gentle spirit who filled our days with love.

In Loving Memory of Kitty
2009 – 2024

How do you fit 15 years of love, sass, and companionship into words without crying?
The truth is—you can’t. Because Kitty wasn’t just a cat. She was my shadow, my tiny supervisor, my fierce little soulmate wrapped in fur.

She was there for every chapter—watching me grow, comforting me through heartache, and judging absolutely everything I did. From her perch at the top of the stairs, she sized up every guest who dared enter, deciding with one squint whether they were worthy of her presence.

In my sewing room, Kitty took her job very seriously. She’d sit beside my machine with a look that said, “Is that really your best work?”—ever the critic, but always near. The ironing wool mat? Far superior to any fancy cat bed. And wherever I went, she followed. Always close, always watching.

She wasn’t a cuddly cat—and that was part of her charm. But sometimes, I just couldn’t help myself. I’d scoop her up and cuddle the absolute crap out of her. She’d tolerate it… to a point. Then came the tail flick. A swift, silent warning: “Put me down or face your doom.” I usually listened. Usually.

But when she wanted cuddles—when she chose to sit close, to lean in and be with you—it was always on her terms, never yours. And in those moments, it felt like being chosen by royalty.

Her 6 a.m. siren-song wake-up calls demanding breakfast, her bravery in staring down a 100lb dog who quickly learned she was in charge, and our long, one-sided “conversations” in Kitty-speak—I miss all of it. Even if I butchered the language, she always understood me.

Kitty passed away in my arms, peacefully, in the comfort of our home. I’m so grateful I got to brush her one last time, feel her warmth, and whisper how deeply she was loved.

Thank you to Resting Paws for your compassion and grace. There was no rushing—only respect, gentleness, and kindness. You are angels doing the work that hearts need most.

Kitty, thank you for 15 unforgettable years of love, judgment, laughter, and loyalty.
You were a force. You were home.
And I still expect to see you—at the stairs, on the mat, giving me that look.

Sleep well, sweet girl. You’ll always be with me.

With the heaviest hearts, our family had to say goodbye to our baby boy, adventure partner, and best friend. We were incredibly lucky to have him in our lives. He blessed us with a lifetime of memories. If you were fortunate enough to meet his hummingbird tail, you would know how special he was. He loved everyone equally. His personality was truly unique—sometimes more human than dog.

It’s hard to put into a few words what the last 14+ years were like. He lived a full, adventurous life. He was always an explorer—sometimes called a Houdini for the ways he’d manage to escape. Nose to the ground, he was always sniffing out the next discovery.

He toured across Canada multiple times, hiked through landscapes from Ontario forests to the grasslands and badlands of Saskatchewan, all through the Rockies, and across Vancouver Island. He was the ring bearer at our wedding. We were so lucky he was here to meet his baby brother, born this past June.

He was a connoisseur of anything cheese and loved the last bite of anyone’s croissant. He was our light after a hard day, always ready for a snuggle. His love was unconditional, and he will be deeply missed.

In Loving Memory of Delilah

2004 – 2025

It is with full hearts and tearful eyes that we say goodbye to our beloved Delilah, who passed away peacefully after 21 incredible years of love, loyalty, and companionship.

Delilah wasn’t just a cat—she was family, a quiet constant through seasons of life, and the most precious soul one could ever hope to know. From her early kitten days to her final gentle years, she radiated warmth, affection, and a spark of life that never dimmed.

She was full of love—always. Whether it was the soft nuzzle of her head, the rhythmic comfort of her purring, or the way she instinctively knew when someone needed her presence, Delilah had a way of making the world feel calmer and more whole.

She wasn’t just our sweet companion—she was also her best friend’s shadow. Delilah was fiercely bonded to my father, rarely straying far from his side. Their quiet bond was something sacred: a daily rhythm of comfort, understanding, and pure friendship. In the best of times and the hardest of days, Delilah was there—offering comfort without needing to be asked.

She brought joy that stretched across decades, and her presence was a gift that touched everyone who knew her. Though our home feels quieter now, her spirit lives on in every memory, every photo, and every warm thought of her curled in the sun or snuggled beside someone she loved.

Thank you, Delilah, for 21 years of unconditional love. You were a blessing beyond measure.

We will miss you forever, sweet girl.

Rest well

She was an amazing family member to us. From her floppy ear to her unwavering devotion to her pack which was us humans. Koda had a personality full of love. We were so privileged to be her humans.

We cannot thank your team enough for the care you showed Koda and also to us as a family in freeing her to go play with the water hose and run again after a ball.

You are a remarkable team of caring individuals that in the hard hours of someone’s life provide comfort and peace to our fur family members. We are forever grateful for your service to Koda as she is at peace now.

Daisy was a rescue from Alabama. She was found wandering along a road as a puppy, and as fate would have it, ended up as part of our family in Victoria. She was a wonderful dog, very loving and patient. She was also a certified escape artist who never met a fence she couldn’t sneak through. The seagull community won’t miss her, as she terrified them with loud, running charges. She could clear a field in seconds flat. Also, she was a water dog, and no trip to the beach was complete without the requisite stick throwing out into the ocean. She loved it. Her short legs propelled her at an amazing rate. She will be missed, but her dog ‘brother’ Max will be happy to see her in doggy heaven, where they can cuddle once again. 

I couldn’t be more grateful for 13 years of loyalty and love. Always remembered my sweet ‘Abbey-doodle’.

We love you.

Frayzer raised our children and all of the other animals in our family. She was the alpha, the original, the first, the constant. She was forgiving and gracious and shared everything except her bed. She always loved treats, belly rubs and being tucked in to a hug or a blankie. She will be greatly missed by everyone who loved her.

Sheamus was a true gentleman. He will be missed greatly.

A Mark Twain quote: ” everybody thinks they have the best dog and none of them are wrong” RIP Maggie.

So deeply cherished and profoundly missed

“Our sweet Pinta travelled from the streets of Mexico City to our home in some serendipitous move that still amazes us. She was a true companion who loved her way into our hearts with such loyalty and patience that fulfilled and changed us in ways that are impossible to describe. We have such gratitude that our paths crossed for the 12 years that it did. Pinta’s passing was peaceful and know that her beautiful spirit carries on. We love and thank you forever dear Pinta”. ❤️🌹

The kindest, sweetest boy you can possibly imagine. 🖤 You will forever live on in the hearts you touched.

Rest In Peace, Lovely Stella Jan 2020 – June 2024

You were the sweetest little angel. I’ll miss our nightly snuggles the absolute most, as you always seemed most content with life then. Knowing I can never feel you purring on my chest or having you sleep right next to me again has been/will be the hardest part about you being gone.

You had a well of patience for your pesky brother, you were a master bug hunter, and we loved to play ‘peekaboo’ with you, as it brought out your silly and rambunctious side.

We had to say goodbye far too soon, but I find comfort in knowing I loved you with my whole heart and gave you the best life I could have given you. You were loved so deeply and I still feel a hole in my life without you here.

Although our time together was short, I’m so grateful we were the ones who got to spend that time with you. You were perfect 🖤

One of the best boys ever, You will be greatly missed, but your presence will forever be in our hearts.

Jobin was everything to us. He was our first baby, the one who taught us how to care for something other than ourselves. For 15 years, he was beside us for every single moment big and small. He was there when we moved into our first home together, he watched us start our careers, he saw us through the loss of loved ones, he celebrated alongside us at our wedding, he snuggled us all the way through two pregnancies and maybe the best memories of all come from watching him fall in love with our babies. We were kids when we brought him home, he grew up with us. We can’t imagine life without him.

Jobin was perfect. The most lovable, happy, loyal, gentle boy who never left our sides. His favourite things included swimming and chasing sticks at the beach, going on hikes, playing in the snow, steak dinner, snuggling with his people, and tucking his babies in at night. But really as long as he was with us he was happy doing just about anything. We all miss him so much, but wow are we lucky to have had 15 years of loving him

He was our soul dog and we will never forget how special he was.

Thanks for the memories buddy.

Love you, good boy.