Condolence mails - Teddy

I was overwhelmed to receive so many words of comfort and even in great sadness

it makes me happy that Teddy was that much loved and appreciated, esp. from those families who have

Teddy-children, grand- and great-grandchildren.

Living on in his offspring makes him "still being around" !

 

Hi Edith,
 
I am Ana , I have a beautiful 3 years old leonberger, Mirabelle, she is a grand daughter of Teddy and she makes the joy of my family . Teddy lives in her and in all his other off-springs who are making the joy of a lot of people thanks to you .
 
I'm so sorry for your loss, I lost my other dog in february, my 13 years old companion Chipie and I know the pain and the emptiness we feel after they leave us .
 
I am sending you a picture of Mirabelle last Christmas .
 
Ana

 

Hi Edith,

I know you are hurting right now and I just want you to know that my
thoughts and my heart are with you. We all know the LOVE you have for the
boy and I am sure (despite his stressfull death) he felt that love untill
his last moment...I wish you a lot of courage and some better times to look
forward to...

Please know that, in my heart, Teddy will never be forgotten
I will always be proud to have furryfriends closely related to him.

Big hugs

Nathalie
DAX , Arrakis & Vega
 

Dear Edith, 

I try several times to call you since yesterday night, but it’s o.k. I will try again.

I am SOOOOOO sorry, soooo  sorry!
 I will always remember him as a chaotic dog, charming dog, intelligent dog and most of it, his imposing presence.

When you came with him at home I remember how he was happy to play in the snow, crossing from bank to bank of snow. He was sooo happy!!!

You remember the last mating with Yuta??? She decide to lay down….she is as crazy as him. He was the only dog I know who put his tail in the enclosure of a door to have it broken!!!

All people who come home were received by this happy dog who lick everybody with anthousiasm and love.

His temperament was chaotic, but what a beautiful temperament!!!! He was not at all this silent dog, he want this or that and tell people about it!!!
Crazy Teddy!!

He gives to the litter he produced in Canada this special temperament he has, lots of intelligence and a lot of his craziness.
This make this litter sooo amasingl!!!!!

Alexandra, Alou, Chan, Dax, Chloé and Florence, Georgia, Angie, Galardo has this sparkle star in the eyes from Teddy. Look at all other leos, you will never see that sparkle star in their eyes. Only Teddy’s children has it.

Don’t forget, Teddy lives on all his children and grand children and great grand children!!!

PARTS OF THE EMAIL ARE VERY CONFIDENTAL - SO THIS PARTS ARE CUT

Take good care of you, my dear Edith and cuddle the girls for me

Lots of kisses and love 

= mail from my friend Pauline - VonLinderhof Elevage, A-litter after Teddy
and other litters are grandchildren and greatgrandchildren of Teddy

 

Hi Edith
I'm so sorry to hear about the lost of grand-pa Teddy, it seems like this one was immortal. he's always been around our conversations and our taught of what a leo is all about.  You're in my every taught, I know how you feel.  Even if you were preparing yourself to the eventuality of loosing him, reality still hit us very hard. I felt the same for  my old Indy and I still think of him often, he's been around for so long but still, not long enough.  I hope you'll get better soon Edith.  Take care of your girls intensly now.  Think only of the best of Teddy, what else can you do anyway, he was and remain simply the best...  but Sami is challenging this title you know ;-) 
I also want to let you know that it's been confirmed last tuesday that Chan is pregnant... so you see, life goes on and Teddy will live again through those pretty pups. Since it's my first litter, want do you say if I name my first boy Teddy in his honnor, only I have to find something with a A to put in front of it... like Astonishing teddy, Adorable Teddy or maybe you find something in german and tell me.  Only if you want and think it's a nice idea.

 
We all hug you tenderly Edith.
Bye
Isabelle
 

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Dear Edith,

My words in English are so weak to tell you how I am sorry for the terrible pain and loss you feel.

My best thoughts go to you and your faithful Teddy.

La perte de nos gros est toujours une perte cruelle et on ne peut jamais s’y habituer.

Edith, je suis de tout coeur avec vous et je vous embrasse bien fort !

Bien amicalement,

Gérard

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Hello Edith,
 
We are with you in this bad evenment. Danielle and me have
a lot of think for you.
 
Eric
 
Sorry for my English
 
Hallo Edith,
 
es tut mir sehr leid, daß Du Teddy jetzt auch verloren hast. Obwohl er ja für einen Leonberger ein tolles Alter erreicht hat. Wir fühlen mit Euch und denken an Euch. Teddy scheint seine gute Kondition an seine Kinder vererbt zu haben. Samson ist nach wie vor fit und guter Dinge und hat Spaß mit seinem neuen Kater.
 
Viele liebe Grüße
 
Sigrid

 

Edith, my friend…..

 I am so very sorry to read about Teddy—I know how much you loved him.

I have learned through the years that words can help, knowing you have friends that care how much you hurt, but we are each on our own when it comes to those moments alone when our minds begin to work overtime.  
We always wish they could have lived longer, then we regret the moments of confusion, or fear that they face but Teddy is there with you now, just in a different form.
 

 

Liebe Frau Steffen,

meine Lebensgefährtin und ich, natürlich auch unser Boomer, möchten Ihnen unser Mitgefühl zum Verlust Ihres lieben Teddy aussprechen. Wir können es nur allzugut nachvollziehen, wie schwer der Verlust für Sie ist. Es ist schön zu wissen, dass er in Ihren Armen lag, als er über den Regenbogen gegangen ist.

Alles Liebe,

Ihr Andreas Tilgner

 
Edith
 
There are no words to express my sadness for you.  Even though Teddy lived a wonderful 12 years, there is never enough time or ways to be ready for a loss like this. Teddy left behind some wonderful  children and grandchildren. 
I hope and pray that he adds his longevity to these babies. If he does he will make more people as happy as you have been for so many years. 
I have no words that can comfort you. I am sending you a poem that was sent to me when I lost Hannah. I really felt this poem in my heart and wanted to share it with you.  I am sending you many hugs and want you to know I understand the depth of your pain.

Lori, Bogie, Savannah and Aliz and of course 
Hannah in sprit.

The native American Prayer is shown on next site

 
Dear Edith,

   I so enjoyed all the pictures of Teddy. I am so so sorry that you have that last memory. He seems to have filled your life with such goodness and love. I know we all wish for the perfect ending or no ending at all. The one thing for you to remember is that you were with him and holding him.
I admit it has made me cry.
Because of Teddy, you have become the leo lover you are
and brought so much truth and help to the animal lovers world. My heart goes out to you.
love from Liz Coleman Albear and Ellie
 
Dear Edith,

I'm so very sorry to hear of Teddy's passing.  I know that he was not just a Leo that you owned, but part of you.  I'm sure it will take a very long time for the pain to lessen, and of course it will never go away, nor should it.  A bit of the pain will always stay with you to remind you just how much you loved him and how much he is missed.

My thoughts and prayers are with you Edith. 

Love and hugs,
Becky
 

Hello Edith,

 

I just heard about Teddy.  I am so very sorry for your loss and my heart goes out to you.  He was such a wonderful boy and that personality is alive and well in his offspring down through the generations. 
He has left those of us lucky enough to have a Teddy baby with that wonderful personality, the interest in life and everything it has to offer. 
Broghan sends Leolicks across cyberspace to you so you know that Teddy's spirit lives on even if he is gone.  He has left an amazing legacy.  Rest in peace dear Teddy.

Hugs, Laurie


Oh Edith,
I have just heard about Teddy.  My heart cries for you badly..
I am so terribly sorry for the loss of such a well loved and respected leonberger.   words con not say how I feel.
many hugs, love and healing thoughts are been sent to you.
Kim, Tristan and Danika.
Oh Edith
      
    I am so incredibly sorry for the loss of your beautiful boy.  He lived a full and wonderful life and his legacy will go on.  I wish there was something I could do or say to ease your pain, but I know there is not - Please just know that my thoughts are with you, and sending you hugs and support.
 
Shelli, Poni and Oakley
Pacificleos.com
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Dear Edith,
 
I am so sorry for your loss.  There are no words one can speak except to say that I am sorry, I grieve with you, I understand a little, and am bless you and Teddy for the wonderful girl that you have shared with me in Belda.
 
Regretfully,
 
Mary and family, Belda and Czar
Ach Edith, es tut mir so unendlich leid.
Mir laufen auch gerade die Tränen.
Ich kann so gut nachempfinden wie Du Dich fühlst. Es ist egal wie alt ein
Tier wird, es ist immer zu früh! Der einzige Trost für Dich ist, daß er
jetzt krank war und es das beste war, was Du für ihn tun konntest und
mußtest. Du hast es so schön geschrieben: Er hat viele wundervolle
Nachkommen, und vielleicht hast Du ja irgendwann die Chance einen Nachkommen von ihm zu bekommen. Das wünsche ich Dir so sehr!
Ich werde Dich nicht anrufen. Melde Dich, wenn Du Dich danach fühlst.
Darfst Dich ruhig ausweinen. Ich kann das gut verstehen...
Ganz liebe Grüße, Stephanie & Leos
 
Dear Edith.
 
I have tears reading this.  It is simply too emotional.  So reminds me of the losses I have had.  I am so sad for you and for Teddy.  It is such a difficult and helpless position to be in - holding the very dog that you love so much as he struggles to live.  
 
I almost need to  be given a sedative in those situations, because it simply overwhelms me. 
 
You have had too many losses dear Edith.   Do you think we ever see our old friends again?  I have often felt, if they are not on the other side when I pass over, I am not staying!
 
your sad friend.. 
genevieve
 
Dear Edith -
 
While Teddy was privileged to have long years of quality life here with you,
I am sorry to hear that he has left to cross the Rainbow Bridge. 
May he find Luca and my Teddy for many days of play, until we can meet up with them again.
 
You have done so much for the breed and dogs in general - I hope the pain in your heart eases soon.
 
Much love - renee and the boys (and Anita - yet another stray)
 
Dear Edith;
 
What a sad message to read on the US Leo list.
 
I am so sorry for your loss. I know that you - in spite of your sorrow - are able to think of all the good things you and Teddy have done together, and that he now is where he is supposed to be after his long service on earth. He served you well. You served him well.
 
Take care my friend. My prayers goes out with you, and I send you my warmest thoughts and wishes.
I know how much you loved him and how proud you were of him.
 
 
Love, Randi
 
Hello Edith,
 
I just received the news tonight about Teddy's passing.  I'm so sorry and saddened.  I am sending you a BIG hug......There are no words I can possibly say to help heal your broken heart. 
 
Please try to find comfort in knowing Teddy lived a wonderful, happy life with you.  He still lives on thru his offspring and thru the many happy memories you have of him.
 
I'm so sorry to hear that it happened on Easter Sunday.....Now, every Easter will be a bitter reminder of Teddy's loss. 
 
You know that you made the best decision for Teddy...There was nothing else you could have done for him.  Your final act of love, was letting him go.....I'm sorry to hear, that even that was not as peaceful as it should have been.  I feel your pain...I really do.....
 
Please try to be strong for Angie and Gipsy...I know it will be hard.  But, they look to you for guidance and reassurance that everything will be OK.....
 
Remember, it's OK to cry too!!  We are crying with you.....:-(
 
Take Care, Love & Leo Hugs....~Karen~
 
Oh, Edith....
I am so sorry. I am flooding my desk with tears as I write this note to you. I know how much he meant to you. Though you and I have never met, you are like extended family. I only wish you were close so we could talk and I could give you a hug.
 
Teddy lived a wonderful life with you. I know you have given him extaordinary love and care. Yet even 12+ years is never enough to spend with the one you love.
 
You are right, what a legacy he leaves all over the world. I am fortunate enough, to have his wonderful Grandson Tanner...who i cherish much in the same way you did Teddy. I cannot imagine life without him. He is the light of my life, and we have Teddy to thank.
 
I am having difficulty putting my feelings into words right now.
I have a heavy heart.
 
May Teddy rest in peace..God love him. He stayed on earth as long as he could. Now he is your angel, and will forever be next to you.
 
I wish I had more comforting words. I promise that I will keep in touch and keep you informed of Tanner's life. If you are ever in the United States,
we must meet.
 
HUGS to you Edith. Thank you for telling me. My heart aches for you.
Linda
 
 

They will not go quietly (Author unknown)

“They will not go quietly, the dogs who’ve shared our lives.

In subtle ways they let us know their spirit still survives.

Old habits still make us think we hear a barking at the door.

Or step back when we drop a tasty morsel on the floor.

Our feet still go around the place the food dish used to be,

And, sometimes, coming home at night, we miss them terribly.

And although time may bring new friends and a new food dish to fill,

That one place in our hearts belongs to them…,

And always will.”

We understand your loss. Leonbergers are unique loving companions. The world is a better place because of Teddy and his extended leonberger family. May your wonderful friend rest in peace. Roger & Lynne.

 
Oh, Edith, I am crying, for Teddy, and you, and for every dog we both have ever lost.   I am so sorry.  He will be happy again with the leo trio, with barry and angie.  And at least the girls have each other, thank goodness you got the second girl or angie would have been alone.   Oh, Edith, I will pray for teddy's soul tonight.  

Love, Mary

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Edith, I'm so sorry, I'm so sorry, I don't know what to say...

Teddy will always be in hearts of many people...

I am crying with you...

Warm hugs, Ada

 
Oh Edith, I cry for you on this sad day. There's not really much
I can say except be comforted by the fact that he was one hell
of a leo and had the best life  and love from you
a dog could want.
embraces Wilma
Liebste Edith,

ich habe natürlich keine Ruhe gefunden, schließlich kenne ich
Teddy aus seiner "Junghundzeit", kurz bevor er Jugendwinner
in Amsterdam wurde. Alles, alles kommt wieder hoch, auch die
Hunde, die wir bereits vorher gehen lassen mussten. Dieses
Abschiednehmen ist ja so grausam. Auch wenn man vorbereitet
ist, trifft es einen doch wie ein Keulenschlag.
Du musst dich jetzt aber damit trösten, dass du all´die Liebe,
die Teddy dir gab, zurückgegeben hast. Teddy hatte ein Riesen-
glück, bei Euch gelandet zu sein, noch dazu wurde er "dein Hund",
dein spezieller Freund und Gefährte. Er hatte ein Leben, was
zu leben sich lohnte. Und in seinen Nachkommen lebt er weiter.

Dass du dir das Ende anders vorgestellt hattest- ja, das glaube
ich gern. Aber du warst -trotz aller Leiden- wenigstens bei ihm.
George und mir war das leider nicht vergönnt.XXX-private&confidXXX

Ich umarme dich
deine Margret
 

Hallo Edith und Joachim ,

 Ja das ist wirklich sehr, sehr traurig  Nachricht. Aber für uns auch nicht ganz unerwartet.
Jede mal, wann er von dich gutes Nachricht war, das Teddy es noch gut machte, das Freude uns jede mal wieder .

 Es ist wirklich Traurig, aber dagegen über steht  das Teddy bei Ihnen eines sehr schönes Leben mitgemacht und gelebt hat.  Das bleibt uns immer in Gedanken.

Und Edith, lassen wir nicht vergessen, ganz Tot ist Teddy nicht, er lebt weiter in unsere Gedanken, in die viele Bildern die wir haben und in seine Ebenbild, seine Sohn Brenko, lassen wir das nicht vergessen. Das ist eine von die schönste dingen die Teddy uns hinter gelassen hat.

 Und in die zukommst soll er sicherlich weiter leben, wann Gott es will, über die Kombination Brenko und Hiska. Las das unsere Ziel sein für Morgen , so das das Teddys Leben auch nach die Tot unsterblich bleibt.

 Liebe Grußes von eine Traurige Familie aus Belgien, Sohn Brenko und alle andere.