Sir Teddy of Bear Meadows
Born May 10, 1992/Died July 24, 2008

Good Morning My Angel.

I hope you are happy, healthy and playing with the rest of your buddies in Heaven. I know in my heart that you went directly from my arms to God's.

You were my reason for living and the joy of my life since you came to live with me as a 7-week-old puppy. I knew you were Heaven Sent the day I saw you as a little teddy bear at 4 weeks old. You had me wrapped around your little paw the minute I held you. Next to my salvation, you were the greatest Gift I have ever received from God. Our years with Pet-A-Pet brought me such joy as I watched you bring a smile to the elderly, the handicapped children and even the dying. You got sweeter and more handsome as the years passed. You were such an amazing and special 'baby'. I could never have imagined that I would lose you three days after we celebrated your belated 16th birthday. As the guest of honor (and the center of attention), you were in your glory. All I had to do was observe you regally lying in the grass in such peace and serenity and my heart skipped a beat.

Since your arthritic leg no longer carried you, your favorite activity was a daily ride in the pet stroller that Uncle Mike bought for you. You were like a king on his throne, taking in everything around you. Just watching you gently sniff the air as it blew in your face put a smile on my face and everyone who encountered you. You were bright-eyed and bushy-tailed and, even at 16, your mom knows you had much life left. (Teddy died quite unexpectedly and coincidentally shortly after being given another dog's medication and/or an overdose of another med.)

How I miss being able to hug and kiss you every time I pass you sleeping on 'your' couch, and seeing your nose next to mine as I awaken every morning. How I miss the joy I felt in my heart every single time I looked at you. The silence is deafening. The shock is unbearable. My heart races every time I think of you. You will always be in my heart, my sweet boy; I hope the heartache will not. It was an honor to be your mom and take care of you all these years. I only wish we could have had more time together.

You are my heart. My love for you runs painfully deep. Be at peace, my sweet boy.

I will forever be Teddy's mom. Carmen Z


Donation in Teddy's memory:
Joyce and Dennis Egan
Lisa and Robert Sugrue
Mark, Christina, Joey and Danny
Joan Johnson
Barb and Vince Engerer

MacMurray and MacGregor
February and March 2008

In Loving Memory of
Murry and Gregor

Donations made to Rescue in their memory by:
Barbara Engerer
Beth Widdows

Sammy
November 7, 2007

In Loving Memory of
Sammy

Max (with brother "Alistair")
November 15, 1994 - September 5, 2007

In Loving Memory of
Max

We came to know Max later in his life so we don't have memories of his years as a youngster but we enjoy hearing about his early years from his "parents". He will be missed by everyone who knew him, but most especially by Tom and Tracy who took such good care of him. It is comforting to know he is now with his best friend, "Al", playing and chasing the squirrels he loved to chase. We shall always remember him and the joy he brought to all our lives.

Max was loved by Tom and Tracy Knaub. This memorial was written by friends, Paula, Bill and Katie Ruth

Mitzy
December 12, 1992 - May 25, 2007

In Loving Memory of
Mitzy

Mom's "Missy Mitz" and Mike's "Precious Grandma Girl"

Your visit on earth seems all so short. We miss you terribly.
You will be forever in our hearts.
Christine Finkbeiner, Mike Venet
McGee, Odie, Gracie, Butterscotch, Simba and Chubby

Bonnie
September 1990 - September 2006

Bonnie was a member of our family for many years. She was very loyal and protective of us, but she had one fear - cameras! The few pictures we have of her show her running away or sleeping. We don't need pictures to remember her though. She will be remembered in our hearts forever for all the joy, laughter, and love she brought us. In memory of Bonnie, loved Westie of Gary and Kathy Smith

Donation in her memory:
Gary and Beth.

Lady

Jackee

Emily Elizabeth
Found as a stray March 2006

This little girl came into Westie Rescue on March 22nd. She was found in a ditch on the side of a road. She was in very bad shape. She had medical issues too numerous to list along with fleas, parasites and very bad skin issues. Needless to say she did not make it. We just can’t save them all.

How did she get in to this point in her life? We will never know. We can only hope that she was loved and cared for at one time. They give us so much and ask so little.

We wanted to give her something back. Emily Elizabeth was her name when she was put to sleep. I think we gave her a beautiful name.

She left this world to go to the bridge, to be healthy and free of filth and pain once again. Now she is free to run and play with the others who left before her.

This is our way of honoring her…..

She will have a place in our hearts forever.

Vince, Barb, Annie and Mozart Engerer

Donation to cover medical care and, more important, the heartbreaking job of fostering her and making the most difficult decision to free her from her pain:
The Engerers

Other Donations
Tom and Deb Verhoeks

Finnegan
Adopted July 1999

Donation to sponsor foster care:
Kristine Ballester

Buffy
Adopted December 1999

CLICK HERE for the story of  Buffy.

Donations to sponsor foster care:
Sharon Wilson (Foster Care)
Dr. Westmoreland
Carrie Robertson (Foster Care)
WHWTCSEM Rescue
Deb Duncan
Rev. Kathleen Eickwort
Terri Fisher
Dolores Luzader
Jane Sakson
Mary Ann Haley
Dorothy Westermeier
Lynn Peters
Westie Rescue of the Mid-Atlantic States, Inc.
Kerry Grindinger

Misc.
Stephanie Sprague (escorted from GA to MI)
Peg Forbes (arranged transport & provided ground transport)

Kitchie
A generous donation given in honor of their beloved "Kitchie"
to the WHWTC of SEM for all rescue Westies in need
~ Bill & Carolyn Jean Rhodes ~

Luigi
June 29, 1988 - January 9, 2000

A generous donation given in memory of their beloved "Luigi"
to the WHWTC of SEM for all rescue Westies in need.
~ Gina & George Morat ~

Tiger and Sprout
Taken in to foster May 2000

CLICK HERE for their story.

Donations to sponsor foster care:
Beth Widdows (Foster Care)
Mary Turner, Skipper & Damien
Dr. Theodoroff, Animal Medical Center Rochester Hills, MI for discounting the
surgery on Sprout.
Peggy Kuhl

Donated Auction Items for Tiger & Sprout:
Kathryn & Nick Carras
Denise Gallucci
Cynthia Kasdorf
Beth Widdows
Kathy McNulty
Linda Gassman

Send any donations for Tiger & Sprout (made out to WHWTCSEM)
Beth Widdows, 1371 West South Blvd. , Troy, MI  48098

Generous donations given in memory of their beloved "Shannon", "Duffy" and "Lorna"
to the WHWTC of SEM for all rescue Westies in need.
~  Natalie and Lew Yugel ~
Northville, Michigan

Paddington
Taken in to foster June 2000 ~ Rainbow Bridge- March 2001
(Click here for Paddy's story)

Donations to sponsor foster care:
Carolyn Spress (Foster Care)
Barbara Engerer-(Dewars memorial)
Lisa and Tim Thomas- (Reggie memorial)
Lewis and Barbara Alden 
Dr. Karen Michalski
Serenity Animal Hospital, Sterling Hts, MI
(discounted Paddington's medical care.)

Donated Auction Items for Paddington:
Cynthia Kasdorf
Beth Widdows
Kathy McNulty
Melissa Taetsch
Sherry Bittles
Lillibeth

Wee Dewars of the Meadows
July 3, 1992 - June 23, 2000

A generous donation given in memory of their beloved "Dewars"
to the WHWTC of SEM for medical care for rescue Westie, Paddington.
~ Vincent & Barbara Engerer ~
Plymouth, Michigan

Malcom McDuff Forbes
"Duffy"
Our "Perpetual Puppy"
In Memoriam
March 16, 1995 - October 27, 2001

Family members touched by his short life...
James and Margaret Forbes
Stephanie and Brandon Sprague
Partners in mischief...Bubba and Penny
Best friend...Miss Molly Marie Widdows  

"Cody"
1991-2001 

A generous donation given in loving memory of their beloved "Cody"
to the WHWTC of SEM for all rescue Westies in need.

"Our brave and devoted little boy."

~ The Fravel Family ~
Grand Rapids, Michigan

"In memory of our Angel, Mac."

~ John and Mary Magirl ~
Belding, Michigan

Maggy Mae

Donation made from Emma, Lilibeth and Gisselle in memory of Maggy Mae.
"She was with us for a very short time but made a big impact on many hearts."

"Darby"

Donation from Karen Boyer, Grand Rapids, Michigan
"In Loving Memory of Darby - For all rescue Westies in need."  6/1/87-4/1/03

PADDY
July 5,1994 ~ June 16, 2003
Adopted: January 1996

A donation for all Westie Rescues in Need of Help

My dear loving Paddy you will always be my soulmate
May you be happy and well running free in God's house.

Your Mom Linda, and Shanny

"Many donations were received by Westie Rescue in memory of my Paddy.
Some asked to remain anonymous.  I want to thank all of my friends who remembered Paddy this way. We thank you for your support of Michigan
Westie Rescue in Paddy's name."  ~ Linda Gassman

A generous donation in honor of Westie
Dixie Doodle, June 1989 - July 2003

~ Erin Elizabeth Lee ~

Finnegan
October 1990 ~ August 25, 2004
Adopted: July 1999

Finnegan, forever my love:
Who can say for certain, maybe you’re still here
I feel you all around me, your memory is so clear
As my heart holds you just one beat away
I cherish all you gave me every day
Fly me up to where you are, beyond the distant star
A breath away’s not far to where you are

~ John and Kathy McNulty ~

A generous donation in honor of Westie

Rolex Lepera
October 1, 1990 - September 3, 2004

Qualities - Loved by All and Loved All in Return

Sarah
Adopted Summer 2003 - July 30, 2005

In memory of our Lady Sarah who gave us her heart and who will be forever in our hearts.