Feb 1, 2024

Zoe Rickert-Merrill crossed over the rainbow bridge on February 1, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.  She was born March 15, 2015, and became an instant part of the Rickert-Merrill family. Her human sister, Kylie was just 9 months old when Zoe joined the family and they have been buddies ever since. Zoe loved to fish, swim, and take...

Jan 26, 2024

Grumpy Joe, beloved cat of Haley Nicks, died January 26, 2024, from being ran over by a car in the early morning hours after he ran out of the house and after several unsuccessful attempts to catch him. Grumpy’s first few years of life are a mystery for us, however his journey led him to me in 2021 as...

2024

Molly Kee earned her wings, crossing the Rainbow Bridge on April 8, 2024, just hours before the total eclipse.

Thirteen years ago, your dad laid down the law … no more dogs.  So, after a call from a friend telling me how you and your litter mates had been abandoned and she could not find a home...

Dec 19, 2023

Skipper "Dipper" Watson

05/2012 - 12/19/2023

Skipper came into our family as a rescue dog.  He was a good watch dog.  He took care of Bud's Auction Barn and his grandparents Bud and Shirley Watson's house.  He would sit in any chair and think he was a human.

He was a good brother...

Dec 14, 2023

Daisy, a 16-year-old yorkie mix, crossed the rainbow bridge on December 14, 2023, surrounded by the love of her family and her caring veterinarian.

Daisy joined her forever family when she was just five months old.  She quickly became the center of attention because of her sweet affectionate nature.  She was a very obedient and loving companion. ...

Dec 4, 2023

In loving memory

Sep 27, 2023

Prissy crossed over the rainbow bridge on Wednesday, September 27, 2023, surrounded by her loving family.  She was born on February 15, 2011, into a home where she was not treated well.  She became a member of a loving family on June 8, 2012.  She became the queen of her new home immediately.  She was one of the smartest...

Sep 18, 2023

Aaron Haenel crossed over the rainbow bridge on Monday, September 18, 2023, surrounded by his loving human family. Aaron loved laying in the sun, lounging around, and of course getting pettings. He never was a big believer in playing with toys but rather always wanted to snuggle up with you and against you. He was the world's biggest cuddle...

Sep 9, 2023

Sadie came into our lives when she was 11 months old.  She had been neglected by her previous owners.  When we took her home, she never looked back.  She was now part of our family and she knew it!

"That is the sweetest dog!" was the response we heard a lot when people met her.  There was...

Aug 18, 2023

Toby Gamble was born in January 2009 in Goreville, Illinois.  He brought joy and companionship to his family for 14 years.  He was very much a people person kind of dog but was shy around other animals.  Toby liked to have ALL the attention to himself. He left his pawprints on our hearts forever.