Zoomer Oct 27, 2001 – Mar 21, 2021
“The memories and paw print of a beloved cat remains in our heart and soul forever”.
Of all our furbabies over the years, we have had some heart wrenching losses but none quite like Zoomer who passed at 19 years of age. He had been sick a few times in the previous months, so we knew his time was coming, but nothing soothes the pain of loss of someone so dear to our family.
Jared made a video tribute for Zoomer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aa7BXOJ_bKM
Helen Haselmeyer: Beautiful tribute. He was a much loved cat. Rest in peace old friend!
Our precious beautiful boy we watched you come into this world, take your first breath and today we had to say our goodbyes. I’m glad we all got to be with you for your last breath and know you weren’t alone. You are so loved Zoomer. You were more than just a cat you were the best fur baby in the whole world! Rip baby boy. Our “Zaboomafu”. Always loved.
Zoomer Oct 27,2001 – Mar 21, 2021❤
Melissa Rioux
March 21 2021 8:10 pm
Fur-ever my baby. ❤
I watched you being born. You were with me for more than half of my life. I always dreaded the day I’d have to say goodbye. But at least I got to hold you and love you to the last breath. I love you forever my Zaboomafoo.
RIP Zoomer Oct 27, 2001 – March 21, 2021
Jackie N. Rioux
I am in a GRIT program with daily context writings. This was mine for March 21, 2021:
METRICS: Sunday-Stretch-a-Palooza
CONTEXT: “I’m Already Qualified…”
Thank God it is only Stretch day today and I did that earlier today because this afternoon we had to say goodbye to our 19.5 year old Zoomer cat.
We watched Zoomer being born, and thankfully we were all able to surround him with love and hugs as he passed, and without having to make the choice to euthanize him. We knew this day would come, but not like this. And not now. We’re never prepared for death, and I do not deal well with it, at all. However, I have had to learn to deal with it in losing my son in law 2 years ago, and my dear friend Andy back in 2014. Through all my spiritual stuff and energy balancing, I now reluctantly have the skills to assist souls to pass peacefully.
Ironically, I was on a class seminar today learning more about spiritual medical assistance and about death and transition when I got a call that someone had run over our 19 year old cat’s back leg.
My daughter had just left and thought Zoomer headed to the back yard, his little oasis. When I ran outside, he was hiding under my van but stumbled out when I called him. He was so frail already.
Thank God we were able to get a vet emergency call to look at him. He was just too frail to survive this. Thank God that lady witnessed and called me. Thank God my dear friend Sonya had just taken an animal communicator course yesterday and was able to talk to Zoomer for us to let him know the angels were with us all.
Thank God I was able to do my own spiritual assistance as well in helping his soul pass peacefully. Thank God my son just happens to be home from camp. Thank God my oldest daughter was able to come and we were all able to spend time with him alone in the vet office. They were kind enough to allow us that time with him.
We knew this day would come sooner than later with his age. He has had a good life and was so loved. I don’t like dealing with death, and yet I am thankful that I have the honor of the gift of assisting souls pass peacefully.
I am already qualified, not necessarily in areas that I want to be, but I am glad I can do what I do.
Rest in Peace our Sweet Zoomer “Zaboomafu”. October 27 2001 – March 21 2021.
Melissa Rioux is with Jessi Lynn Bell.
March 26 2021
Today was a hard day. Got Zoomer’s ashes and paw prints back. Spent some hours curled up with the box crying my eyes out again.
Decided I needed some comfort food so went to Save On to get candy and then chatted with my bestie… she gets it.
Jessi Lynn Bell thanks for not judging me and for cheering me up ❤
Condolence messages. Thank you so much from all of us!
Stacie Johnson: So sorry Melissa. Hugs
Debbie Kinton: Sending you big hugs, Melissa❤ Such a huge loss!
Michelle Finlayson: Oh Melissa, I am so sorry to hear this
Rebecca Susan: So very sorry to hear. Sending hugs your way.
Sharon Yon: Sorry for the loss of your fur baby. Hugs!
Charlotte Wiebe: Oh Melissa, I am so sorry. Sending you love ❤
Katherine Sinclair Newton: Oh my heart aches for you. So sorry he didn’t make it. I just lost my boy last month… The heart break is so hard. Hugs
Angie Sterling: I’m so sorry Melissa. ♥
Dianna Ezelyk: So sorry for your loss Melissa ❤
Chelsi Orser: I’m sending you a big hug and love ❤ I’m so sorry hun
Nicole Zutz-Gunderson: Oh I am soo sorry!! Sending love your way! ❤❤❤❤
Kelly Stone: Sending a virtual squeeze… ❤ cannot imagine how tough today was… love you
Cynthia Andal: There are no words. I’m so sorry for this heartbreak❤
Susana Lawton: I am so sorry for your loss
Jennifer Denise Mcmath: I’m so sorry ❤
Andressa Thompson: I’m so sorry for your loss. Hugs and condolences ❤
Susanne Carmen: So sorry Melissa Rioux- this is heartbreaking…a family member ❤
Amanda Jean: heart hugs
Jessie Burroughs: rest easy Zoomer xo
Lisa Mckay: I am so sorry Melissa. ❤
Brandy Bachmann Wagner: Sorry for your loss Melissa
Ilse Wolff: Das tut mir sehr leid / I’m very sorry about that
Michael Kenneth Pockett: Aww Melissa. Losing pet family is so tough. So sorry for your loss…
Laura Thabeth: I’m so sorry Melissa, thinking of you ❤❤❤
Jocelyne Bourgoin: So sorry for your loss xx
Rob Richards: From one animal lover to such an obvious fan, love and support.
I think it’s wonderful you were there for the passing, a powerful moment I know.
Jackie N. Rioux: Rob Richards awful yes, but divinely orchestrated in how we were all there. Just unfolded in such a way that i am thankful we were able to communicate how loved he was, right til last breath.
Nick Foreman: Ouch. I’m sorry for you loss. Zoomie was a good cat
Samantha Chelsea Peppard: Awe, love and light, so hard to say goodbye. ❤
Deanne Clark: So sorry for your loss Melissa
Jennifer Arnett Pomeroy: Oh hon, so sorry for your loss❤ such big hugs for you
Helen Burnett Haselmeyer: So sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful cat. I have a photo of his sister Puddycat in my living room. She only lived a few years but then took ill and died in Tammy’s arms. Cats become like children. Hugs
Carmen Dennis: Awe I’m so sorry Melissa, hugs❤❤
Michael Allan Volts: Sorry for your loss Melissa:(
Terri Danon: Hugs that’s awful! Sorry for your loss ❤
Judy Mitchell: Hugs
Brent Chamberlain: Sorry for your loss Kiddo❤
Nina De la Luna: I feel you hon…The love between a girl and her cat is eternal, profound and divine ❤
Janice Ind Karpes: I’m so sorry for your loss Melissa.
Andy Loerch: Awwww melissa I’m so sorry to hear ❤
Jennifer Seymour: I’m so sorry for your loss ❤
Vickie Stephenson: hugs
Lyndsy McFadden: I am so sorry for your loss.
Angela Hanna: Oh no, I’m so sorry for your loss Jackie. Our boy Caramel was born in our home too. We saw him born and held him when he passed. I know how hard that is. Sending you prayers to soothe your hearts
Diane Collins: Oh I am so very sorry for your family’s loss. ❤
Jackie N. Rioux: Ironically I was on Amy Jo Ellis FCOA class Re medical assistance and dealing with death when it all happened. I did all my energy stuff so he passed with all of us around along with the angels.
Janet Riganti: I am sorry for your loss…..I hope you found comfort with the words in Amy Jo’s class today.
Jackie N. Rioux: Janet Riganti I hate dealing with death, but unfortunately we’re “gifted” with that honor of being able to help them pass peacefully.
Janet Riganti: Yes indeed….
Barbara Loutzenhiser Goggins: Jackie N. Rioux , he was sure an old cat. Loss is never easy… hugs!
Deanna Dahl: I am so sorry for your loss Jackie, it is so hard when we lose them. Take care!
ConStance Moore: Awe… Jackie N. Rioux !! I’m so sorry…
Kate Æ Strong: I’m so sorry for your loss. ❤
Peter Walsh: so sorry hon’
Lee Mackenzie: ❤
Dannica Turner: My condolences hun
Lisa C. Anderson: May your happy memories heal your hearts.
Ad Dav: ❤❤❤
Dianne Benner: Awww, such a little sweetheart. My heart goes out to you and your family. Bless his soul. Keeping all of you in my prayers
Wade Anundsen: Sorry
Ross Whiteside: I’m so sorry for your loss.
Dianne Rico: I am so so sorry. I know how very hard that is as I went through the exact same thing with my sweet Bagheera. Although my heart still misses her dearly and hurts to feel her loss even all these years later, I know it was a beautiful gift to be there when she came into the world and be there to hold her as she left 17 years later. Sending you hugs and healing tonight. I’m so very sorry for your loss.
Jackie N. Rioux: Dianne Rico he’s been part of our lives for more than half of my kids’ lives. A fixture around here.
Dianne Rico: Jackie N. Rioux, I know. His loss will be felt deeply. To have a pure soul share your life for so long and always be there through laughter, tears, growth and change … it’s been over 5 years since I lost Bagheera and its just as raw as the day she left. I know how much you loved him and how much you will all miss him.
Jackie N. Rioux: Dianne Rico Bagheera had a good life with you. Pure souls.
Dianne Rico: Jackie N. Rioux and Zaboomafu had a beautiful life with you ❤. ((Hugs))
Amy Mauer: Oh Jackie and Melissa, I’m so sorry for your loss… ❤
Sharon Swanson: Aweee no !! So sorry for your fur baby loss Jackie ..sending Big Hugs
Kirsta Scranton: So sorry for the loss of your fur baby.
Sherry Mannino: So sorry Jackie
Sonya McMillan Marcoux: I’m so sorry Jackie. He was so beautiful in life and so loved. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Sending love and prayers for you all for strength and healing. ❤
Jackie N. Rioux: Sonya McMillan Marcoux i can’t even begin to thank you for the divine timing that you were able to talk to him. A million thank yous
Sonya McMillan Marcoux: Jackie N. Rioux I totally agree Jackie… I am so grateful for the Divine timing as well. Probably by mere minutes…. a true blessing. He knew he was loved. And so are you. ❤
Margo Kiland: Sending you hugs, always sad to lose a fur baby
Denise Homer-Goodwin: Oh wow… so sorry Jackie! Prayers and hugs coming ❤
Vicki Reeve: So sorry to hear of the loss of your fur baby.
Amy Richards: What a beautiful cat! You were so lucky to have him! And he was lucky to have you! Sooo sorry for your loss… I know you will miss him… ♥♥♥
Chris Chimbers: I’m sorry for your loss, Jackie ❤
Brenda Lainof: Jackie, our fur babies are family, sorry for your loss
Lena Freeman: I am so sorry for your loss. Zoomer will live in your heart forever.
Lisa Glennie: Wow he lived a long time. So glad you had him that long. So sorry for your loss.
Suzanne Doiron: Sending you love for the loss of your furry friend.
Nataša Martinec: Sending you hugs and angels to comfort you Jackie N. Rioux !
Paula Hamer: So sorry for your loss Jackie. Zoomer had a great life with you. Hugs ❤
Jackie N. Rioux: Paula Hamer condolences to you as well. Zeus had a good life with you. It’s not easy losing our furbabies.
Gloria M Padilla: Sorry, for your loss
Lucia Francessca Martinig: Sorry to hear Jackie
Valerie Bailly Munk: Aw Zoomer…. rest in peace
Tanya Lee: Melissa I’m sorry for the loss of your baby
Tanya Lee: And your granfur baby momma
Marsha Greene: Ah so sorry, I thought about Amy Jo’s new class when I read your intro. How apropos.
Maxine Lewis: Ohh!! Sad!❤❤❤
Nancy Therio: Big hugs to you Jackie
Russ-Ella Crossley: So precious. Hugs
Sandra Brienen-Schneider: heart hugs
Amie Pagliaro: Sorry to hear about your loss. May they be with God and in peace.
Matthew Gagnon: Sorry for your loss my friend. I can see he was very loved and as long as you keep him in your memories he is never truly gone.
Leonor Von Baer: Aww so sorry for the loss of your cat
Carol Gass: So sorry for you loss, Missy!
Juleen Greer: Sorry to read this Melissa, you were talking about him on Saturday. Hugs to all of you
Arlene Brand Byron: So sorry for your loss. Hopefully your happy memories with your furbaby will help you through this very difficult time.
Laura Hlady: Sorry for your loss
Jackie Barbondy: Sorry for your loss.
Merry Anne Banks: What a handsome boy.. looks like he had a wonderful 19 and a half years with you. My Felix was the same age as your Zoomer… not a day goes by that I don’t recall fond memories of him (and his brother Oscar who only made 14 yrs)
Dana Friesen: My condolences, looks like you have given him wonderful life and had many memories and cuddles
Ree Lang: Oh lord. blessings and condolences to You and your loved ones .
Ree Lang: I’ve had my lil girl for a few months and she my roomy ,partner and best friend. sounds like your fur dude was a member of pecking in order in your home . His energy a joy will be with you when you need I’m sure
Deb Nygaard: They are way more than pets, they are our fur- kids, it hurts to lose them,,
Ree Lang: Deb Nygaard TRUTH
Penny Shepherd: Sorry for your loss
Patricia Wenger: Another precious furbaby running freely over rainbow bridge. Godspeed little one.
Deb Doherty: My Condolences
Eve Nagy: Never easy to lose a loved one. My deepest sympathy
Terry J. Wozney: So sorry.
Tara Carkner Turcotte: Sorry for your family loss hugs
Katherine Sinclair Newton: Hugs
Carmen Dennis: Hugs❤
Ashley Marinus-Cote: Oh huge hugs on your loss
Joni Fuller: I tried calling you yesterday to see if you wanted to join us for a walk but now I know why u didn’t answer. ❤
Melissa Rioux: Joni Fuller I didn’t even see that you called. Sorry
Joni Fuller: No that’s okay. I’ll keep trying
Jessie Burroughs: love and hugs xo
Angie Sterling: ♥ I dread the day I lose my babies ♥ hugs ♥
Stacie Johnson: Hugs
Geraldine Hutchings: So sorry your baby had to leave you.
Brent Chamberlain: Super Big Hugs to Kiddo