lew Posted March 5, 2014 Report Share Posted March 5, 2014 (edited) One of the toughest things a man ever has to do is make the decision to end the life of a wonderful dog, but eventually it happens and sadly, this week was my turn. Marvin was just an absolute joy to be around and I think his whole purpose in life was to make as many friends as he could. He loved to run in the woods, swim in the lake, ride in the boat and in general just really loved life and everybody he knew. He lived a long and VERY happy life and was nearly 18 years old, but lost his hearing a couple years back and then his eyesight in the last year. He still got around OK but age was catching up to him and we made the sad decision. We have a great vet that looks after him and she came out to the house yesterday to do what all dog lovers dread. He was my little buddy and he's sure gonna be missed. Edited March 5, 2014 by lew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
limeyangler Posted March 5, 2014 Report Share Posted March 5, 2014 Sorry for your loss Lew. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solopaddler Posted March 5, 2014 Report Share Posted March 5, 2014 That's a damn tough thing to go through. Very sorry to hear Lew. But you're right, 18 is a good long life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
outllaw Posted March 5, 2014 Report Share Posted March 5, 2014 feel for ya lew. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lew Posted March 5, 2014 Author Report Share Posted March 5, 2014 Thanks guys, it was tough waking up this morning for the 1st time in 18 years without my pooch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misfish Posted March 5, 2014 Report Share Posted March 5, 2014 Not a nice way to start my day off reading this Lew. Sorry to hear. I do know the feeling as you know. Time will be your best friend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whopper Posted March 5, 2014 Report Share Posted March 5, 2014 Lew very sorry to read about this. Marvin was a wonderful dog, just glad I had the pleasure of meeting him and I'm positive that you and the Mrs. will miss him very much. Hang in there buddy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fisherman Posted March 5, 2014 Report Share Posted March 5, 2014 It's a sad thing when your pet has to move on. Maybe there's another out there that can give you some happiness. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbuck Posted March 5, 2014 Report Share Posted March 5, 2014 Lew, sorry to hear about your little pal. Dogs become Such a big part of our lives and being a lot of joy and happiness. You enjoyed him for almost 18 years, that is a good long run for a dog. As I'm typing this, my shep Roxanna just came to say good morning. I feel your pain and it will heal. Then you can get yourself anogher little pal to keep you company. Take care. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aplumma Posted March 5, 2014 Report Share Posted March 5, 2014 I saw some of the life of Marvin and you and Diane gave Marvin the best one in the world. Take the time to heal and when the little voice calls and you decide it is time to give another buddy a golden life I am sure Marvin will be looking down and smiling on you. Art Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lew Posted March 5, 2014 Author Report Share Posted March 5, 2014 Thanks again for your thoughts fellas but we won't be getting another dog. I've had dogs my entire life and have enjoyed them all but ole Marv will be our last. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bernie Posted March 5, 2014 Report Share Posted March 5, 2014 It is very sad to lose a buddy like that Lew. They have a way of attaching to your heart. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joey Posted March 5, 2014 Report Share Posted March 5, 2014 (edited) Oh wow, I'm so sorry Lew. Losing our pets is the worst thing, so sad. Ralphie is going to miss him at Lakair I can tell you that! This may sound weird, but I had a dream about them playing up there last night. Maybe that was Marvin letting us now he's in doggy Lakair heaven? I hope so bud. Give Diane a hug for me please and again, I'm so sorry for your loss. Edited March 5, 2014 by Joey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NAW Posted March 5, 2014 Report Share Posted March 5, 2014 Sorry to hear about your loss Lew. You can tell by the pictures that there was a lot of character in him! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pikeslayer Posted March 5, 2014 Report Share Posted March 5, 2014 Truly sorry for your loss Lew. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squid Posted March 5, 2014 Report Share Posted March 5, 2014 Marvin was an awesome dog and fun to be around. Sue and I are saddened to hear that marvin is no longer with us. Like Joey said I am sure he is in lakair heaven having a blast in the lake. Condolences to you and Diane. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corvette1 Posted March 5, 2014 Report Share Posted March 5, 2014 sorry for your loss lew i know how you feel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillM Posted March 5, 2014 Report Share Posted March 5, 2014 Sorry for your lose Lew. I've seen my oldman cry exactly 3 times... 2 of those are when we lost family pets, lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Posted March 5, 2014 Report Share Posted March 5, 2014 Give Sheri and Diane a hug from Barbara and me. Marvin had a wonderful life with the Knightons and was a very lucky pup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Posted March 5, 2014 Report Share Posted March 5, 2014 Sorry to hear that Lew. Marvin has been a part of ofc for a long time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mercman Posted March 5, 2014 Report Share Posted March 5, 2014 Been there....done that a few times Lew. I know exactly how you feel. Just reading this has made my eyes damp. They touch our souls so deep that they become part of our fiber. My old girl is 13. I know Labs don't make it to 18, so I am prepareing for the eventuality. My sympathy Bud.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
icedude Posted March 5, 2014 Report Share Posted March 5, 2014 Very sorry to learn of your loss here Lew-my condolences to you and your family Paul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Headhunter Posted March 5, 2014 Report Share Posted March 5, 2014 Sorry for your loss Lew. I can only imagine the pain my family will go through when our lab gets to that point. Remember your morning walks and smile knowing that you gave Marvin everything a dog could want in life. HH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quickme Posted March 5, 2014 Report Share Posted March 5, 2014 sorry for your loss. That pup lived for many years. It was his time to chase rainbows and stars in the sky. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodenboater Posted March 5, 2014 Report Share Posted March 5, 2014 sorry to read this Lew, losing a dog is like nothing else. take care btw-love the third photo of you and Marvin wearing matching beanies Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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