We will always remember...

Thank you on behalf of Gwinnett Humane Society for the generous gifts in memory of those loved and lost... We extend our heartfelt condolences... Follow this link if you would like to make a donation in memory of a lost loved one.

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Judi Byers *added: 10/08/2008*	A HEARTFELT GOODBYE.... We recently received news that Judi Byers, Animal Communicator - one of our most popular vendors at PAWfest each spring - passed away while on a family retreat in the glory of the North Carolina mountains. Judi has been a constant draw each year and, over the years, has become a very treasured friend of both visitors and volunteers alike. While we mourn the loss of such a wonderful lady, a true friend of animals and animal lovers alike, and a gifted soul, we ask you to join us in sending our thanks that she was able to spend her last days in the loving company of her family. We are comforted to know she is in the presence of her family and so many beloved animal souls who ventured ahead of her and we send our sincerest, heartfelt condolences to her family and friends. Judi's family has asked that donations be made in her memory to two organizations - Canine Shelter Rescue (a rescue organization operating in her local North Augusta, NC area) and Gwinnett Humane Society. We are honored to be included. To read the beautiful notes from Judi's family, visit Animal Echoes. To make a donation in her honor, please follow this link. OUR NOTE TO THE FAMILY: Cynthia, the Byers family, and all those who loved and cared for Judi... It is with the heaviest of hearts that we, Gwinnett Humane Society -- our Board of Directors, volunteers, foster homes, members, friends, and supporters -- send our heartfelt condolences to each of you. Judi was an incredible inspiration to us and we will never be able to thank her for her work, her heart, and her spirit that brought so many of us closer to the animals we love so dearly. Judi was, and will always be, a treasured friend of Gwinnett Humane Society. We are comforted to know she was with her beloved family and we wish you all prayers and support to help you find the strength for the days ahead...along with the knowledge that Judi truly made an important difference to so many. Our sincerest condolences... Dehra L. Boozer Wagging Tales, Cumming, GA Chris D'Avanzo Robin Lamb

Judi Byers
added: 10/08/2008

A HEARTFELT GOODBYE....

We recently received news that Judi Byers, Animal Communicator - one of our most popular vendors at PAWfest each spring - passed away while on a family retreat in the glory of the North Carolina mountains. Judi has been a constant draw each year and, over the years, has become a very treasured friend of both visitors and volunteers alike. While we mourn the loss of such a wonderful lady, a true friend of animals and animal lovers alike, and a gifted soul, we ask you to join us in sending our thanks that she was able to spend her last days in the loving company of her family. We are comforted to know she is in the presence of her family and so many beloved animal souls who ventured ahead of her and we send our sincerest, heartfelt condolences to her family and friends.

Judi's family has asked that donations be made in her memory to two organizations - Canine Shelter Rescue (a rescue organization operating in her local North Augusta, NC area) and Gwinnett Humane Society. We are honored to be included.

To read the beautiful notes from Judi's family, visit Animal Echoes.
To make a donation in her honor, please follow this link.

OUR NOTE TO THE FAMILY:
Cynthia, the Byers family, and all those who loved and cared for Judi...

It is with the heaviest of hearts that we, Gwinnett Humane Society -- our Board of Directors, volunteers, foster homes, members, friends, and supporters -- send our heartfelt condolences to each of you. Judi was an incredible inspiration to us and we will never be able to thank her for her work, her heart, and her spirit that brought so many of us closer to the animals we love so dearly. Judi was, and will always be, a treasured friend of Gwinnett Humane Society.

We are comforted to know she was with her beloved family and we wish you all prayers and support to help you find the strength for the days ahead...along with the knowledge that Judi truly made an important difference to so many. Our sincerest condolences...

Dehra L. Boozer
Wagging Tales, Cumming, GA
Chris D'Avanzo
Robin Lamb

2008
Darby Gray Golden Retriever Mark and Lauren Gray added: 10/26/2008	With love, The Newells, Jefferson, Georgia

Brittany Ann Hopkins added: 10/12/2008 last updated: 10/28/2008	Brittany was deeply loved by her family and friends. Her zest for life and spontaneity inspired everyone that knew her. She was filled with an incredible energy that left us all in awe. She was extraordinary, caring and compassionate. She meant the world to us and will be in our hearts forever. Life isn't about how to survive the storm, but how to dance in the rain--Brittany knew how to dance! Shawn Lanier Marybeth Halsell Stan and Karen Spruill Lauren Martin Jay Spruill Assurant Solutions Antoinette and Whit Hamilton Claudia Gage Keith and Laura Hopkins Justin and Kimberly Woods Marc and Nicole Grat Selina Alexander

Jamie Melissa Coleman added: 10/12/2008 last updated: 10/26/2008	Mellow Mushroom - Lawreenceville - Rob, Amanda, Luke, Brandy, Colleen, Kevin, Adrianne, and Heather Greg McKeeman

Brutus (Naylor) beloved pet added: 10/12/2008	The Thomas family, Lilburn, GA

Joel Martin added: 10/12/2008	Sharon Thomas

Jack Stein added: 10/12/2008	Mark Stevens

Mrs. Shirley Harbake added: 10/12/2008	Automobile Protection Corporation, Norcross, GA

Ginger Beloved dog Tiffany Paul *added: 06/19/2008*	Denise Mockridge

Link Keehfus, Jr. *added: 06/15/2008* *updated: 08/04/2008*	Anne Coleman Anne Greene Barbara Amedro Ben Marsella - From your friends at Wallace Oil Co. Brandi McGuigan Brett Amedro Catherine Lucas Dave & Connie Aukerman Donna Hayes Emily Baker and Chris Bly Griff & Katy Lucas Jerry and Carolyn Bryant - Findlay, OH Kat Terry King & Phyllis Culp Lisette & Blaine Wood Lori Pilon Mr. & Mrs. Neal McKeeman Nicolette Lee Renae Carrillo Robin Schmahl Scott & Pam Boyden SSJ Menter, LLC Stephanie Parker c/o Jones Day The family of Farrah Aukerman Heather Alon Friedman

Carla Moreland *added: 06/15/2008*	Elysabeth Dalton

Rodney Simpson *added: 06/15/2008*	Brady and Barbara Barton

Charlie *Beloved kitty* *added: 05/15/2008*	Katrina Bingham

Kelly L. Kaper Popovich *added: 05/15/2008*	Sue Munsen James Perri Bill & Marilyn Labonte

Steven Easton *added: 04/15/2008*	The Stimmel/Nolan Family of Lawrenceville David Orlofsky

Norma Meyer *added: 02/18/2008*	In memory of Norma Meyer from her friends at Gwinnett Christian Terrace

Bear *added: 02/15/2008*	Robert Thomas

Mrs. Sanborn *added: 02/15/2008*	Deborah Dudley - In memory of Mrs. Sanborn, mother of our good friends Mike and Marty Sanborn

Mary Williams *added: 02/01/2008*	Maudann Shugart - In honor of my friend, Mary Williams

Melinda Turner added: 01/21/2008	Christine Allen Lori Graham & Family

Meredith Emerson added: 01/09/2008	We would like to thank those who have reached out to the animals Meredith so obviously loved and we thank you for helping her family keep her memory alive. Even if we didn't know her personally, she will always be part of a greater family -- those who love and cherish our beloved pets and we extend our heartfelt condolences to those who knew and loved her. For those who would like to read the family's statement, we have included it here, along with the names of those who have made donations in her name. The family of Meredith Emerson would like to extend their heartfelt thanks and appreciation to the following good people: Union County and Dawson County Sheriff's Departments, Fire and Rescue Departments Georgia Bureau of Investigation And the 60-plus agencies involved in the search and eventual recovery of Meredith. The family would also like to express their appreciation in the professionalism and compassion of the local and national media and thank them again for helping to facilitate getting information out about Meredith as well as helping the world learn to know her, and learn to love her, as we always have and always will. We would also like to thank the untold number of friends and volunteers and family who helped search and support all of us at this tragic and troubling time. There will be a memorial service for Meredith at Central Presbyterian Church here in Athens at 2:00 p.m. on Friday. The f amily will also hold a memorial service for Meredith in Longmont, Colorado, at a later time. For those who wish to honor Meredith with a donation, we ask that you contribute to your local animal rescue shelter. Rachel Cvorovic Robin & Pat Whitworth Robin & Mark Lamb Brandy & Steve Snider Jasmine, Chelsea, Duchess, and Milly James Williams - "To Meredith Emerson from my labs, Mr. Murdoch and Mr. Matlock" Mary Anne & Michael Sims Erin Hiner - In memory of Meredith who loved animals Patricia & Charles Roberts Lauren Robertson - In memory of Meredith Emerson and my beloved Border COllie, Tess Dorothy Athena Bennet - please accept this donation from me and my pup Charlie Bear. This donation is made in honor of Meredith Emerson. Her story has touched so many lives, especially us dog lovers. Her dog Ella survived the ordeal and many believe she is an angel in disguise saved from a horrific fate to give comfort to Meredith's family. Meredith's dog Ella was a rescue and so is my sweet Charlie Bear.

Sunny added: 01/25/2008	Leslie Wagner - In memory of Sunny, the best dog anyone could ever ask for
2007
Charlie & Leslie added: 12/26/2007	Neil Bartman

Lee Walker updated: 11/11/2007	Julie Walker - Happy Birthday, Lee! Jeffrey & Kathleen Daskal Col. & Mrs. Richard Turner Darryl Bentley David Disharoon Mike Rudzinski Tim Shell Elsie Martin (Bryan and Steve's Mom) Andrew & Lauren Hess Eugene & Mari Griffith Ross Cooley Grisel Shtaida Alan Newman Research Ronald Buice Kenneth Hussey Kelly Boone NexRev, Inc. Locos Franchise Company, Inc Jenna, Richard, Kim, Justin, Tessa and Stevie Finke (The Finke family) Friends of Home Depot - Madonna, Shelia, Brent, Akay, Mark, Samantha, Terry S., Sunny, Scott, Rick, Tai and Joe Amanda Neff Mark & Jennifer Wiedenfeld Guinness World Travel Inc. Arlene & Conrad Bishop Mary Lou & Michael Sims Alaina Hughes Pat Tighe Craig & Margaret Ridgeway Michael Holdren Lillian Ballard Margare Smith

Peg Berry added: 02/27/2007	Jennifer White

Claudia Kopp added: 02/27/2007	Kelly A. Wind Robert Tankesley The Caracappa family Catherine Kenyon Michelle Martin Steven & Ketrea Dillon Natalie and Charles Jamie and Paco Kristin and Tom Sandy, Don, and Nate Howard & Maxine Simmons C. Alisa Loften Dana & Cindy Stalcup Tim & Kitty Land David Cooper, Far East Holdings Bill Kays Mr & Mrs Harold Wheeler Carol & Charles Rittenhouse Lisa & John Angove OnePoint Technologies, Inc.
2006 & earlier
Robert G. Taylor added: 09/11/2006	Dave & Karen M. DeRoche

Dorothy Langood	Kim & Kathleen Reichling Houseboats & Powerboats of Georgia Inc. (Scarlett & Tom Auten) Kitty Hopkins & Mary Boatman Earl & Barbara Helmrich Jr. Rick & Kathy O'Brien Yvonne & Pamela Cuviello Elizabeth Nunn Rita & Gus Valeri Theresa Bonnet - Prince of Peace Catholic Church Dennis and Billie Ann Gerber Joanna O’Neill Lee & Gloria Varner Robert & Donnis Bowman James & Donna Cochrane Christopher Blair Greg & Lynn Busby Knights of Columbus Council Carole & Alan Smiley Cecile Stockhausen Joint Donation: Kim Hooper, Sonja Lee, Barbara Brown, Suzie Griffiths, Bonnie Wolf, Pam Donahue, Celeste Culora, Annette Irwin

Shawn Lippman	Barbara McLean William & Candace Moore Davis Equipment Company (owner: James Kelly) Andy, Jo Ann, Amy & Brittan Clay

* VERY SPECIAL GOODBYES from GHS

	In rememberance...9/11...every year...

Victor D'Avanzo
12/2007

You will never ever be gone from my heart. - your loving daughter...

Jerry Swan
added: 11/11/2007

Sadly, we say goodbye to a very special friend, Jerry Swan, husband of long-time friend and volunteer, Becky Andrews.

We thank you for your kindsness to others, your unending compassion, and your support of Becky and her dedication to helping animals in need.

May you forever hold a front row seat on the 50-yard line for all the Georgia Bulldog games and could you see that they win the SEC title? Your GHS family wishes you a peaceful journey and we know you will have a special place at The Bridge to welcome our furry friends home.

It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye to one of our own. Mike Swanson, who, along with partner Frank Leeds, adopted from GHS and found themselves drawn back to volunteer and have become an important part of our GHS family. Mike, an animal lover with a generous and gentle heart, will be truly missed by all.

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