Farewell Smokey

[TAWhatley]

My beloved pet pigeon, Smokey, passed away during the night last night. Smokey was a very special pigeon and will be sorely missed. He was originally rescued by a young lady who runs a small mammal rescue in my area. Smokey had very severe neuro symptoms from which he never completely recovered. His original rescuer had tube fed him for two years and had gotten him checked by a qualified avian vet. No definite diagnosis was found for his neuro problems.

When Smokey first arrived I also tube fed him but soon discovered that he was quite capable of eating and drinking on his own. He just needed deep non-tippable bowls and could manage just fine. He never liked being tube fed, so I am sure he was very happy to be allowed to do things for himself.

Since Smokey had been with his original rescuer for two years and with me for slightly more than three, he would have been at least five years old when he passed away.

Smokey was his usual self yesterday, so his passing during the night came as quite a shock.

Fly with the angels, Smokey.

I'll miss you.

Your Mom, Terry

[cyro51]

What a beautiful pigeon he was, Terry. And so lucky to have found two good homes in his short life. I am sorry that his time with you was so short.

Cynthia

[mr squeaks]

What a lovely pijie!

Of course, words will never fill the void in your heart but his memories will always bring a warm loving feeling. You will know he's close. You gave him a wonderful quality of life that not all are fortunate to find.

He's flying free now and will always be watching and helping you in your work with the "specials."

Mr. Squeaks and I send WARM LOVING COMFORTING HUGS to help ease the distress of his passing.

[Lady Tarheel]

Terry, I have seen that picture before and loved that little bird from the gitgo. I think I may also have had Smokey on my desktop before. He looks so sweet and shy.

I am truly sorry he passed away. Hugs to you.

[pigeonmama]

Terry,
He was and will always be a beauty. So sorry over the loss of your baby.
Daryl

[Lin Hansen]

Oh Terry, so sad and unexpected!

What a beauty he was.

I'm so glad he was able to enjoy some good years with you.

Linda

[Trees Gray]

Terry,

You have had more then your share of sorrow lately.

I'm so sorry this sweet, beloved bird, Smokey passed away so unexpectedly. He obviously took a little piece of your heart with him.

I'm glad that he had some quality years with you and his former owner, before he left this world.

Sending my condolensces and thoughts of comfort to you. Bless you for being there for him.

[christina11]

Smokey sure was a beautiful pigeon,

Take care little smokey and fly free over the rainbow.

So sorry Terry.

[Reti]

Poor little Smokey, may he rest in peace.
It is so sad when our babies leave us and you have been through so much lately, Terry. He had a great five years.
Bless you both.

Reti

[andinla]

sorry to hear Smokey has passed away, what a beautiful pigeon. Sending you hugs from up the coast. Rainbow Bridge I'm sure had a wonderful group of friends waiting for Smokey when he arrived.

Andi

[Garye]

I'm sorry to see Smokey go. I remember him. But at least he had a happy loving home in the end so he knows he was loved by the best!

[sabina]

oh terry so sorry that your cute pigeon died. why do they die at night like that? i hope then that they at least die peacefully. he was very photogenic. i am sorry for your loss.

Aias

[TerriB]

Oh, Terry, I am so sorry for the unexpected loss of such a special bird. I remember him from the photo contest - such a stunning appearance and a sweet face. For the three years you had him, he had an excellent care and lots of interesting activities for his pigeon brain. Good to know that there is now a very handsome new pigeon angel flying around!

[phyll]

Oh, Terry, I am so sorry you lost Smokey. He is beautiful & his face is so sweet. It's always hard when we lose a pet, but when it's unexpected, it's worse.

Smokey was blessed to have come into your care, especially concerning the tube feeding.
As you said, I'm sure he was very happy (& grateful) to be allowed to do things for himself.

You will see him again, Terry. Please take care of yourself.

Phyll

[Pete Jasinski]

I'm so sorry Terry It's horrible you lost your Smokey, he's a beautiful pidgie. I'm sure Squidget and all of other lost pidgies gave him a wonderful greeting as he crossed over the Rainbow Bridge.