Elvira Has Left to Join Her Dad

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We had to say goodbye to Elvira today. She had two ulcerated tumors that were infected and the antibiotics were not clearing the infection.

Up until two days ago she was getting around the house, climbing the cat poles and eating well. Sadly, this weekend her health went downhill fast.

She did still enjoy her cat grass this morning. This in my last photo of her.

I cropped it so you wouldn’t have to see the awful tumors.

I am thankful I got to be her mom even though it was only for two years. I am sure her first dad was waiting for her in Heaven.

I will never forget you sweet Elvira.

Thank you to Ann, for the beautiful badge. And thank you to everyone who helped get her to me and with her vet care. And for all the purrs, prayers and woofs.

 

and thank you to Ingrid for this beautiful badge:

and Cecilia for this very sweet poem:

 

E llen loved you to the moon and back
L ady who was a warrior Princess fight very hard
V ery pretty Tortie
I was always amazed by the journey you and your sibling made to live with Ellen
R eally loved by two families.
A ngel now living with your Dad

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  5. I’m sorry Elvira had to cross the Rainbow Bridge but you made her life better in the short time you were her mom. Sending hugs and saying prayers for you, darlin’ Ellen! xo

  6. E llen loved you to the moon and back
    L ady who was a warrior Princess fight very hard
    V ery pretty Tortie
    I was always amazed by the journey you and your sibling made to live with Ellen
    R eally loved by two families.
    A ngel now living with your Dad

    Ellen I’m so sorry to read this. You gave her so much love after she lost her devoted daddy
    Take care of yourself…it has been a hard year
    Love Cecilia

  7. Ellen, I so very sorry to hear about dear Elvira. Thank you for taking her and for loving her so deeply. She sure will be missed by all of us. Love and hugs.

  8. Sweet Elvira, you suffered much, but now you are a beautiful healthy Angel-Kitty.
    Fly free!
    So sorry for this loss of one of your fur-babies, Ellen. My sincere sympathy to you and your hubby.
    Sending love and hugs your way at this difficult time.

  9. Aww, Ellen, it is so hard to read this. At least Elvira’s last 2 years were spent in a loving home with you. May sweet Angel Elvira soar free. 😿

  15. R.I.P., sweet Elvira. It may have been only two years, but we know it was two years filled with loving care from Ellen. We are so very sorry for your loss. Soft woos and gentle hugs from all of us.

    Woos – Misty and Timber and Mom

  17. We are so furry sorry that Elvira has had to make her journey to the Rainbow Bridge, but take comfort in the knowledge that in that Purrfect Land, she is restored to Youth and Health and Strength, and that you will be reunited one day.
    Till then, sweet new Angel, fly free, safe in the Loving Paw of the Great Cat in the Sky.

    Trixie, Caspurr and Shimshi (the J-Cats)
    and Shimona (Mummy)

  22. I’m so, so sorry. You are a true angel for taking in Kiril’s cats, and now Elvira is back with her daddy. The heartbreak you’ve been through lately is just unimaginable. Sending love.

    1. Thank you. XO and love to you too. I know the past two years have not been good for either.

  24. Ellen, I’m so sad and so sorry to hear of the loss of Elvira. I’m glad though, that you were there for her and loved her after she lost her person. That is a beautiful remembrance picture from Ann. Hugs and purrs from us.

  25. Altho we knew this day was coming; it still came too soon Ellen. You did so much for Elvira & gave her another wonderful 2 years & that is the best gift of all. Mr. Kiril & Elvira reunited & watching over you & Friday & the Crew.
    Please accept our deepest sympathy on Elvira’s passing!
    All the Love & gentle {{{hugs}}} BellaSita Mum & Love & ~~~head rubss~~~BellaDharma

  26. When a soul leaves its mortal body, it is lifted by the wind unseen by adult human eyes, which have been cleared of the ability to experience magic. The soul floats to the nearest river, then rides the current until it enters the River of Life, which gently carries the soul to Rainbow Bridge. The new angel emerges from the water, having discarded all the pain and sorrow of mortal life (often transferred to those mortals nearest to them,). The soul then crosses the River of Life via the Rainbow Bridge and is reunited with their predecessors who loved them while they were mortal; then, a glorious reunion takes place. Their predecessors teach the new angel how to dream visit, to inhibit the bodies of furry and winged creatures so the angel can watch over their loved ones. So, if you see a bird or little animal watching you, or wake up from a dream feeling light of heart, know your angel has been with you. Death is not the end, it’s a temporary separation, and if you never stop loving the angel, you will be together again in a place called Rainbow Bridge

  27. I’m so sorry. It’s a shock when they decline unexpectedly, but I think they suffer the least that way. I’m thinking of you in your losses.

  28. I am so sorry, Ellen. She was blessed to have you caring for her in her final years. I have no doubt that she knew how much you loved her. <3

  29. So sad to read about Elvira, Ellen. We hoped that she could stay a little bit longer😿She was in good hands when her dad had to leave our planet, and now she’s in good hands again, reunited with her daddy💞 So grateful that you gave her a home and everything she needed💗Soft Pawkisses to comfort you🐾😽💞
    Fly free beautiful Soul✨

  31. I am so sorry for your loss. You were wonderful to give her and Friday a home when Kiril passed, and now they are reunited.

  32. So sorry to read this sad and painful news about Elvira. Wishing you lots of strength. I hope you can find some comfort in the beautiful memories of a beautiful cat.

  33. Dearest Ellen…….nobody could have cared for her any better than you when her Dad passed away. It was a blessing that she had love and security in her last years thanks to your generosity and kindness. Her tumors took her physically but her spirit will be forever in your heart and that may be your comfort. She was a beautiful girl and now a beautiful Angel……….sending you hugs.

    Pam and Teddy

  36. I am so very sorry, Ellen. Hoping you find comfort that Elvira, like other kitties that have found safe shelter, love and respect and kindness to the very end with you, is now at peace free from disease and wuth her Dad. Her journey to you when her Dad passed will always be a special memory filled with kindness and the loving efforts of people that made sure she and Friday had a forever home filled with the love and warmth you give to all kitties that join the Mewoing Crew. Sending hugs and thanks to you for caring about kitties who need a home and love.

    1. Thank you. After everyone helped get her and Friday here, I felt like she was everyone’s cat. I know we loved her and many did. XO

  37. I am so sorry Ellen. The pain of losing our loved kitties is very hard to bear. She had love and a good life with the two of you after her Dad passed. She loved you two as well.

  39. Elvira, all of us in trout towne are truly sorry. We know you tried
    your best, just as we know St Francis saw you safely to heaven. We
    know how hard it is for mom Ellen, losing three cats so close together,
    and we send her and dad david, lots of hugs and loves. Tell daddy
    kiril and Nikita we said HI. dude, boomer, dai$y, tuna, sauce and mackerull and dee gurl 💖💖💖

  41. Ellen, thank you for giving her a loving home and the best care. Yes, she is back with her dad and may her memory be a blessing💜🐈‍⬛🌈

  45. So sorry to hear that your dear little Elvira has passed on to the Rainbow Bridge. Such a pretty cat and loving friend. (((hugs <3)))

  46. We’re so sorry, Ellen. Thank you for loving Elvira so much while she was with you. Sending you love, purrs, and prayers as you mourn her passing.

  47. We are so very sorry to read that Elvira has gone OTB. We know how sad you must all feel and we send you our Best Purrs Of Comfort. The time with her may have been short, but it was filled with love…

  48. I’m so very sorry to hear of Elvira’s passing. Thank you for your kind and generous heart, taking her in when Kiril passed. You gave her peace and comfort, for which is a gift that will never be forgotten. Purrs from Deb and the Zee/Zoey gang.

  49. I am so very for your loss. At least Elivira didn’t suffer long. That is the worst part. Now she is free of pain and all earthly woes and is enjoying herself in the company of all those beloved pets who have gone before.

    She was a beauty, and I’m glad that I chose to do a Meme of her last Friday. It’s a synchronicity in tribute to her. I always say it’s the love that lasts forever.

    Love, Wendy and Dani🌈

  50. I am so sorry to hear about Elvira. I got to know her through Kiril’s blog, and was glad she found such a wonderful home after his passing. Perhaps, in some way, she has been reunited with him and Nikita.

    Sending my thoughts, condolences, and love.

    -CatSynth (Amanda)

    1. Thank you. Yes, she was a sweetie. I was blessed to be her mom for 2 years.

  52. I’m so sorry for yet another sad loss. Precious Elvira is particularly a hard one. May she be sitting on her departed dad’s lap purring up a storm right now. Sending you tender thoughts of comfort. 💔

  53. Somehow I missed this post. When I read your post today, I went looking back. I’m so sorry for your loss. I doesn’t matter how many you have or how long you have had them, the loss is still painful. Her trip to you is very special. I don’t know if she and Friday were a bonded pair but I’m hoping that the everyone recovers with great memories. Hugs.

    1. Thank you for your kind words. Actually Friday and her were not close and weren’t usually even in the same room. XO

  54. Charlee: “We are very sorry to hear that Elvira has had to go away, but we’re sure her Dad was thrilled to see her again.”
    Chaplin: “Purrs and muffin-making all around up there over the Rainbow Bridge!”
    Oona: “Run free, Elvira, and you get those grasshoppers and butterflies and show them who is boss!”
    Charlee: “We send lots of purrs your way.”
    Lulu: “And we dogs send lots of tail wags!”

  55. Ellen, you are the most generous and loving person. Elvira was so lucky that you took her in after her dad passed. I know you gave her as much love as he did. As you said, they are together again. May Elvira rest in peace. She was a lucky girl to get two loving families. Sending lots of prayers and hugs as remember and grieve. Love, Janet

  56. Oh dear, Ellen- we just now read this, and we’re so sorry for you on the loss of your sweet Elvira. As so many have said, she was lucky to have the loving care of someone so special, someone who always, always thinks of others. Our hearts go out to you, Ellen.

    1. Thank you. I wish we had more time, but I am thankful for the 2 years we did have together.

  57. I left a comment on FB but wanted to be sure to stop by here. Elvira was sooo lucky to have you Ellen, even if the time was much, much too short. My heart goes out to you, and I am sending my most heartfelt sympathy. ((((hugs))) and love

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