Tributes to Floyder

I received so many nice comments about Floyd that I thought I'd just post them all here:

Here is an assortment of comments from Facebook:

Daniel Smith: Floyder is dead. My friend for a third of my life.

Kim Carr: My condolences, Dan. I've had to let several of my pets go over the years, and it's never easy. Take the time to grieve, always remember, and open yourself up to happy times again. Take care.
Daniel Smith: Thanks Kim. It' always hard, but we had a lot of fun over the years.

Trixie Curler my heart goes out to you Dan - we're still missing Skipper 18 mos. later - Floyd was a great dog whose spirit will linger on in your memories for all time - cherish the good times
Daniel Smith: Thanks cousin!

Marla Campbell: I'm so sorry Dan, my thoughts are with you.
Reba Nicholson: So sorry, Dan. They become our family--our companion. Healing will be hard, so just keep busy
Sandra Vazquez Brisben: I am so sorry to hear....now as a new dog owner I realize what a bond you can have with these fellas....He was definitely special....loved all your Floyd stories....
Marlene Higgs Loula: ‎:( sorry for you loss
Daniel Smith: Thanks everyone for your comments.

Ulpi Gonzalez: Lo siento mucho Dan. Mis mejores pensamientos van para ti.
Daniel Smith: Gracias Ulpi.

Dayna Velasco: I'm so sorry to hear about Floyd. I know he was a really special dog. I have a vivid memory of him running off during a hike and being so adorable and charming when he was found (he knew he was in trouble!) It's hard to lose a best friend. Thinking of you during your loss.
Daniel Smith: Thanks Dayna. He was a nut.

Michael DeBernardi: Sorry to hear this. I can now fondly recall him stealing food out of my car...
Daniel Smith: He'll always be famous/infamous for his uncountable acts of theft. The times when you were his victim are particularly memorable.

Cristina Morcuende Rojo: Cuanto lo siento Daniel!!! Te mando un abrazo
Daniel Smith: Muchisimas gracias. Parece que le tuve a Floyd por una eternidad. Siempre estaba a mi ...lado y contento a estar alli. Le tuve por varios anyos antes de te conoci y todavia le tuve por muchos anyos despues.
Cristina Morcuende: Rojo De nada, la verdad es que seguro que siempre estará en ti...

Nancy Christensen: sad for you both.
Daniel Smith: Nancy-thanks.

Mark Christensen: Sad news, Amigo. The pain of losing a close canine friend is deep. This last week we visited where our last dog is buried and my kids found several heart-shaped rocks along the river to leave at the spot. We all cried a little, and remembered how much fun she was to have with us. Viva Floyder!
Daniel Smith: Thanks Mark. I've spent years thinking he was about to die, but he never did. I thought that with all that preparation I'd be able to handle it, but I completely crushed when it was clear that there was no other choice. It's like for your whole life you're in a funnel. For most of the way you have some elbow room in case you need to change your path slightly, but sooner or later you get to the bottom of the funnel and you don't get a choice anymore. That's what happened to Floyder: he finally had to go through the funnel. OK, that's my sentimental metaphor for the day. :)

Lois Christensen: Sorry to hear that. He sure had a long life!
Daniel Smith: Thanks a bunch, Aunt Lois. He was a star. Nice to hear from you all. Hope all is well with you.

Carmen Gress: Here is another name to add to the list of this Hall of famer, floydsee that was my pet name for him, what a dog! he new he could retire for good, his pal of many year finally found a great lover and companion. (L I S A ) RIP Floydsee. Hugs and kisses to you both.
Daniel Smith: Carmen--Thanks. I'll add Floydsee to Floyd's "List of Names."

Tom Nicholas: What a great tribute. Clearly, he led a meaningful life. Though I never was fortunate enough to meat Floyd, it is clear you were lucky to have him. My condolences (about both Floyd's passing and about your unfortunate choice of footware). Have a great trip.
Daniel Smith: Tom--Thanks for the nice words about Floyd. Also, now that I'm off of the Appalachian Trail, I promise that those Crocs are going into deep storage.

And here are some e-mails:

Kristina: I am so sorry. I can't imagine what a hard day you're having. Floyd was certainly a special dog and we're all lucky to have known him.

Mom: We're so sad. Floyder turned out to be a good old boy & we'll miss him. I don't even mind his getting the jerky out of Karen's pkg last month.

Tony: Sorry to hear about old Floyd. 17 years!!! That might be a family record.

Cheryl and Tom: So sorry Dan.....it is so hard to lose our sweet little critters. He sure did have a great life with you..couldn't have been better.

Brad: That is sad it hear of the passing of Floyd. Brings a tear to my eye too. I kinda forgot how old he was. He had been around a long time. He was an Energizer Bunny. What a great soul he was too. I can remember his spastic days too. He certainly had a good life with you. Your good care and genuine appreciation for him is no doubt what kept him going all these years. Here's to Floyd, a champion, through and through.

Jeri: When a friend and I mean a friend of the heart passes over I found a good and true guide that applies to all of us:
"YOU ARE IN THE RIGHT PLACE
YOU DO NOT BE LONG HERE".

Dave B: So sorry for the loss of our buddy Floyder. What a tremendous friend. When I think about him I have to say that he reminded me of Tigger... always bouncing, gleeful, loopy as a wild hare, and the joy of life he shared with everyone of us when we visited. If we could all be like that... what a glorious life we'd have.

Khin: I'm so sorry, Dan...I hope he went as painlessly as possible.

Jennifer: Dan, I just heard about Floyd today from Jay and thoughts of him are racing through my mind remembering him and his antics. He has always been special to Dave, I know…You gave him the very best home and were the very best man person in his life. … We’re so sorry…There’ll never be another Floyd.

Julie: I’m so sorry to hear about Floyd’s passing. I’ve heard a lot about the infamous fella over the years and sorry I never got to meet him.

Dave M: I will miss my very good friend. I will think of him in the hall of fame heaven for good dogs. I know how you feel.

Carmen: Hi Lisa, Dan and Spook

What a Dog! he made his exit from life in a gallant way. What a companion and friend he was.
I am sorry for your loss I know he meant a lot to Dan. I have followed floyderdog blog. It is the place to know what is going on with the Smiths and to get to see some of the beautiful places you visit and now keeping famous Floyd's memory close to us.
Thank you friends.

Sarah: Sweet, goofy Floyd! I miss him. Was hoping to come out and visit sometime this summer, but it didn't work out--I was afraid it would be my last chance to see him. So glad he aged into such a fabulous dog.