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Wednesday, August 8, 2012

Buddy Rich Koenig: May 27, 1996- August 8, 2012

Buddy Rich Koenig, the beloved orange tabby, died today. He was 16 years old.  He had suffered from a lung ailment, perhaps pneumonia, and had not responded to treatment. 

He is survived by his mom, Marlene, and his brother, Edison, 15, and his sister, Sienna, 7.

Buddy was much loved.
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13 comments:

  1. WandaSueAugust 8, 2012 at 9:19 PM

    marlene - i am so deeply sorry about buddy. i understand the loss of an animal family member, having lost a few myself. my heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you....

    wanda stella

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  2. BadgerAugust 8, 2012 at 9:29 PM

    So sorry to hear about Buddy. Sending prayers and good thoughts your way.

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  3. lskeatingAugust 8, 2012 at 9:45 PM

    I am so very sorry. Our furry children are so precious. I'm sure he knew he was loved.

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  4. emilyAugust 8, 2012 at 10:14 PM

    I'm sorry, Marlene. It's hard to lose a very beloved pet. We also had a jaw-droppingly high vet bill when one of our kitties slipped outside one night and got in a particularly nasty (and ultimately fatal) fight with a German shepherd.

    My thoughts are with you, and I'm glad your Buddy had a long happy life as a very loved cat. :)

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  5. phoebes in santa feAugust 8, 2012 at 10:46 PM

    I'm sorry to hear about Buddy's death. I lost my 16 year old tabby/white mix last week, Phaedra, from kidney failure and no colon function. I'm sure you're as sad as I am, but we both know we gave our tabbies good lives and a lot of love. I have two remaining cats who I am giving a lot of extra love to.

    I bet Buddy will send you a message that he's doing fine up in cat heaven or where ever they are now.

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  6. DWAugust 9, 2012 at 12:28 AM

    I'm so sorry for your loss! Rest in peace, dear Buddy. You will be sorely missed.

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  7. TimothyAugust 9, 2012 at 1:15 PM

    I am sorry to hear of your loss.

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  8. AnonymousAugust 9, 2012 at 2:01 PM

    Marlene,

    Sorry to hear about your loss. Treasure the good memories and the knowledge that Buddy lived a good life with you and was much loved.

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  9. MAXnyAugust 9, 2012 at 8:20 PM

    Oh Marlene, I'm so very sorry...just remember all the good times..also know that Bill & Buddy are watching over you.

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  10. MelanieAugust 11, 2012 at 5:16 PM

    Marlene, Today I lost my 16 yrs old Maine Coon red tabby named Romeo. He had a large tumor at the base of his tongue and failing kidney function. I'm remembering (QEQM's) quote 'grief is the price we pay for love...Melanie

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  11. Marlene Eilers KoenigAugust 11, 2012 at 8:24 PM

    Melanie, A huge hug, and my condolences. I know what you are going through.

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  12. glamah16August 11, 2012 at 11:34 PM

    Im so sorry to hear. Hugs to you.

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  13. Marlene Eilers KoenigAugust 14, 2012 at 12:57 PM

    thank you all for your wonderful and comforting remarks. Buddy was a truly special orange tabby. He promised me that in time he will send me another orange tabby to love ...but I still have Edison and Sienna. Both of whom are very spoiled cats.

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