Fare Well To An Extraordinary Friend

Frankie · 08-19-2008, 10:39 PM

In Loving Memory Of Z 01/22/07 - 08/19/08

We say fare well to an old friend here on RS. Most of us remember the day Dave brought him home with anger and sadness about the treatment of one of God's creatures. But fate had a different plan for Z. With great care and love he was given a second chance at life and touched us all with his miraculous recovery.
Now after many years living in the loving care of Witfull and his family Z's time has come to an end.
Goodbye, a poem by Christina Sturgill
An old friend has passed away
Sick and weak with age
Until my days also fade
I shall remember him every day

An old friend has moved on
Sick and weak with age
For I will miss him so
I can not believe he is actually gone

An old friend has met the end
Sick and weak with age
Because he passed away
I now have one less friend

An old friend has lost his heart
Sick and weak with age
Until we meet again some day
Our souls will have to leave and part

An old friend has meet the fate to die
Sick and weak with age
His memory shall live on
But now it's time to say goodbye

lcstorc · 08-19-2008, 10:43 PM

We'll miss you Z.

GSELLERS · 08-19-2008, 10:57 PM

He enjoyed his last breathing moments with someone that truely cared. True bliss. He will be missed.

bluespotjawfish · 08-19-2008, 11:12 PM

When you are having a bad day, remember some of his were worse! Thank goodness for great people (fish, dogs, et.al.) who pull us through the rough times!

Witfull · 08-19-2008, 11:17 PM

i remember the day i brought him home. holes ripped into his flesh. so weak and in pain that he allowed me to lift him out of water and swab his wounds with iodine without a squiggle. he had given up and we all doubted he would make the night. he surprised us all. he gave us his spirit and a true insight to the desire to overcome.

rest well Z, you are an inspiration to all.

sonicfish · 08-19-2008, 11:55 PM

It is amazing what people can do to animals that they dont know how to care of.

Intranick · 08-20-2008, 01:50 AM

Rip z!

Intranick · 08-20-2008, 02:00 AM

awesome! posts from my blackberry DO show up!!!

anyways my posts from my blackberry are simple because its difficult, im on my friend's laptop, I felt the need to say more

Rip Z.. sounds like he/she was a tough one! you know, sad things happen to good ... i dont want to call Z a person, but I dont want to use "animal" as a designation for a couple reasons -- starting with A. we're animals too and B. pets seem to have a special place in people's hearts, though I think of reef things as well as cats and dogs as more than a pet -- I think of them as a friend. so again, Rip Z

BaxReefs · 08-20-2008, 08:47 AM

What a beautiful eel.

RIP Z

blue_eyes53813 · 08-20-2008, 08:54 AM

This Is so sad. My eyes well up every time I think about it... RIP Z

Witfull · 08-20-2008, 11:21 AM

i cant look at the tank...it seems empty.

melusina · 08-20-2008, 12:25 PM

I read the rescue thread last night and wanted to tell you how truly sorry I am. By your actions, you've inspired more people to try to help the helpless, and Z's legacy is a shining example of the value of kindness. As someone who works in animal rescue, I keep this prayer on my wall and I thought I would share it as you were truly an answer to Z's unspoken prayers.

Prayer for Animals
Hear our humble prayer, O God, for our friends, the animals, especially for animals who are suffering; for any that are hunted or lost or deserted or frightened or hungry; for all that must be put to death. We entreat for them Thy mercy and pity, and for those who deal with them we ask a heart of compassion, and gentle hands and kindly words. Make us ourselves to be true friends to animals and so to share the blessings of the merciful.
~ Albert Sweitzer

nikkipigtails · 08-20-2008, 01:51 PM

This one is for you, Dave. Your kind spirit and giving nature is truly an inspiration to all of us. When you're feeling down, remember that, because of you, Z had a wonderful life that he would not have had in the care of anyone else. In fact, you made it possible for him to live, period. Words cannot express the loss we feel so here are a few words of encouragement from John Greenleaf Whittier.

All hearts grow warmer in the presence
Of one who, seeking not his own,
Gave freely for the love of giving,
Nor reaped for self the harvest sown.
Thy greeting smile was pledge and prelude
Of generous deeds and kindly words;
In thy large heart were fair guest-chambers,
Open to sunrise and the birds. (or fish)

dfurbee · 08-20-2008, 04:22 PM

Rip Z

SubRosa · 08-20-2008, 06:51 PM

A real bummer. I feel for you Dave.

John

08-19-2008, 10:43 PM	#2 (permalink)
lcstorc Sunshine Reefer Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Cocoa Fl Posts: 26,433 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Fare Well To An Extraordinary Friend We'll miss you Z. __________________ Peace LYNN Lynn and Franks saltwater adventure Lynn's 20g clown tank Lynn's 90g of sunshine Lynn's frag tank experiment A reef tank is like a race car. The faster you go the harder you crash.

08-19-2008, 10:57 PM	#3 (permalink)
GSELLERS Plate Coral Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: BRANDON FLORIDA Posts: 787 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Fare Well To An Extraordinary Friend He enjoyed his last breathing moments with someone that truely cared. True bliss. He will be missed.

08-19-2008, 11:12 PM	#4 (permalink)
bluespotjawfish Tridacna maxima Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Utah Posts: 4,942 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Fare Well To An Extraordinary Friend When you are having a bad day, remember some of his were worse! Thank goodness for great people (fish, dogs, et.al.) who pull us through the rough times! __________________ Lorraine To BB and all Bluespots - Journey of the 2nd Year ...The 2nd Year - Photoshow Check out Mr. BJ and friends... Mr. BJ's Aquarium - PhotoShow Please Donate to the American Cancer Society: http://main.acsevents.org/goto/lorrainerichards

08-19-2008, 11:55 PM	#6 (permalink)
sonicfish Star Polyps Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 153 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Fare Well To An Extraordinary Friend It is amazing what people can do to animals that they dont know how to care of. __________________ What happens in D.C stays on utube Who need friends when you have anemones ha ha ha

08-20-2008, 01:50 AM	#7 (permalink)
Intranick Reef Lobster Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Mankato, MN Posts: 1,337 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Fare Well To An Extraordinary Friend Rip z!

08-20-2008, 08:47 AM	#9 (permalink)
BaxReefs Pistol Shrimp Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 273 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Fare Well To An Extraordinary Friend What a beautiful eel. RIP Z __________________ A man without a reef! 90&75g holding tanks/215g total volume/+ a 150g Rock holding tub to be tied in soon! With a 375 8'x30"x30" sitting dry still trying to figure it all out ...

08-20-2008, 08:54 AM	#10 (permalink)
blue_eyes53813 Hey!Its not my fault Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Lancaster, Wisconsin Posts: 8,024 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Fare Well To An Extraordinary Friend This Is so sad. My eyes well up every time I think about it... RIP Z __________________ 265 Gallon Reef built into basement wall. Lighting = 6x250 watts MH, 2x96 watt PC ,and 2x140 watt VHO for a total watt of 1,972 watts . New addition on 4-14-07 of 100 gallon sump and 100 gallon refugium. I think I have lost my mind. Gotta love this hobby Vicki Life is like a pathway of untrodden snow. Be careful how you step in it for every mark will show Definition of FRIENDSHIP: All lives touch other lives to create something new and alive My tank chronicles. http://www.reefsanctuary.com/forums/...wall-reef.html

08-20-2008, 12:25 PM	#12 (permalink)
melusina Midas Blenny Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 91 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Fare Well To An Extraordinary Friend I read the rescue thread last night and wanted to tell you how truly sorry I am. By your actions, you've inspired more people to try to help the helpless, and Z's legacy is a shining example of the value of kindness. As someone who works in animal rescue, I keep this prayer on my wall and I thought I would share it as you were truly an answer to Z's unspoken prayers. Prayer for Animals Hear our humble prayer, O God, for our friends, the animals, especially for animals who are suffering; for any that are hunted or lost or deserted or frightened or hungry; for all that must be put to death. We entreat for them Thy mercy and pity, and for those who deal with them we ask a heart of compassion, and gentle hands and kindly words. Make us ourselves to be true friends to animals and so to share the blessings of the merciful. ~ Albert Sweitzer

08-20-2008, 01:51 PM	#13 (permalink)
nikkipigtails Manta Ray Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 3,033 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Fare Well To An Extraordinary Friend This one is for you, Dave. Your kind spirit and giving nature is truly an inspiration to all of us. When you're feeling down, remember that, because of you, Z had a wonderful life that he would not have had in the care of anyone else. In fact, you made it possible for him to live, period. Words cannot express the loss we feel so here are a few words of encouragement from John Greenleaf Whittier. All hearts grow warmer in the presence Of one who, seeking not his own, Gave freely for the love of giving, Nor reaped for self the harvest sown. Thy greeting smile was pledge and prelude Of generous deeds and kindly words; In thy large heart were fair guest-chambers, Open to sunrise and the birds. (or fish) __________________ No man ever reached excellence in any one art or profession without having passed through the slow and painful process of study and preparation. - Horace

08-20-2008, 04:22 PM	#14 (permalink)
dfurbee Krankenschwester Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: In the hills Posts: 1,183 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Fare Well To An Extraordinary Friend Rip Z __________________ "Some people want it to happen, some wish it would happen, others make it happen" Michael Jordan

08-20-2008, 06:51 PM	#15 (permalink)
SubRosa Torch coral Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 563 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Fare Well To An Extraordinary Friend A real bummer. I feel for you Dave. John __________________ Life is a comedy to those who think and a tragedy to those who feel.HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!!

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