Kaitlin Renee Gilhooly (2006-2022)
Kaitlin Renee Gilhooly, an alleged PBGV, my girly-girl has crossed the bridge.
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Ashes to Ashes (A Progressive Wake)
My final request (one of them.)
Murphy James Gilhooly, 2006-2019
Murphy James Gilhooly was my puppy for almost thirteen years. As much as Ripley was supposed to be my dog, Murphy was my dog. It is very difficult to say “goodbye.” However, today we had to do so. We met Murphy after an East Lake Pet Orphanage Advisory Board meeting in early 2006. He was … Read more
Funeral Rites (for a Rat)
Dearly Beloved, We are gathered here today, to remember our brother rat. He died as he lived his life, On the patio, and in the yard. Place rat gently in the pooper scooper. Please forgive his brother Chihuahua, Who really just wanted a new fuzzy toy. As we process to his resting place, We commit … Read more
A Eulogy, Of Sorts
My brother-in-law Jack passed away just over a week ago. His services were this week, so it has been a little bit insane around here. We’ve had enough deaths in the family and extended family over the past few years where the rituals all seem very familiar, but not any less painful. Call the funeral … Read more
A year ago
One year ago today, my Dad passed away. His was one in a series of deaths that happened in rapid succession, so when I went back to look at my blog post about it, I realized I never wrote one. I think I set up his memorial website (http://www.johnvgilhooly.com) and linked it on Facebook, and … Read more