Animal Companion Remembrances

“Until one has loved an animal, a part of one’s soul remains unawakened.”
~Anatole France

If you would like to have an animal remembered on this page, whether your own lost companion or that of a friend, or even the loss of an animal in the wild whose story has inspired or touched you, please let us know. If possible, please send with a picture and a few lines that we may post to info@binkyfoundation.org

In memory of Jasper, who was the fabulous companion of Sue-Ann and Steve LaCasse. Sue called him her "Velcro Puppy".
He could be a rascal but he was totally devoted to his people. Luna the cat, Jasper's housemate, will miss him too. Remembrance donation by Susan Ferla, February 2012.

In memory of Lars Bickford's beloved furry friends Ling Su
(Abyssinian) and Mira (wolf-dog). As Ling Su aged, Mira became her faithful guardian. Remembrance donation by Kathleen Bickford Berzock, January 2012.

In honor of Scrappy Doo, the best of dogs, who was the loyal and
loving companion of Lars Bickford for many years. Remembrance donation by Kathleen Bickford Berzock, January 2012.

Kala, best friend of Sue Feria for 15 1/2 years. Kala and Sue teamed together through Portuguese Water Dog water work, retrieving, agility, and her favorite, Doggie Dancing. Remembrance donation by Judith Wolfe, July 2011, and by Susan Perla, December 2011.

Alex, friend and loving companion of Judy Shapiro, New York, NY. Remembrance donations by Judith Wolfe and Barbara Rosenthal. July 2009, and by Judith Shapiro December 2011.

In loving memory of our old friend Pippi Longstocking -- here watching TV with the whole family -- who will never be forgotten. Remembrance donation by Elizabeth Anticaglia and family, December 2011.

In honor of Molly, loving companion and best friend to Pak-hing Kan for 17 wonderful years, here in her famous polar bear pose. Remembrance donation by Molly's good friends and neighbors, Mickey and Peter Bickford, December 2011.

In loving memory of Wally, delightful and special companion of Ruth and Gary Klein, who at 9 1/2 years old was taken too soon and too suddenly. Remembrance donation by Judith Wolfe, November 2011.

OUR FIRST FISH REMEMBRANCE! Frederick the Fourth, a fish with personality, swam and frolicked with the Miller Family of Palm Desert, California, including our very first remembrance animal, Franklin. Remembrance donation by Joan Scheier, October 2011.

Remembering 11-year old Veet, the beautiful, loving companion of Chuck Cerbini and his family. Remembrance donation by Judith Wolfe, July 2011.

In memory of Pumpkin, loyal friend to Claudia Trainer. She loved going to the park in Forest Hills, NY to meet all her dog and people friends -- of which she had many. Remembrance donation by Joan Scheier, June 2011.

In honor of Chaplin, the light of Barbara Rosenthal's life, and a social butterfly with his own e-mail address ("chaplin4paws"), who succumbed to his cancer soon after Barbara's untimely loss (see the tribute to our great friend and supporter Barbara Rosenthal.) Remembrance donations by Judy Wolfe, Peter and Mickey Bickford, Muriel Danon, Dorothy Newshan, Ferne Spieler and Joan Scheier, April 2011.

Falafel, loving companion to Hilary & Fran Clark since she was adopted in 2001. Falafel will always be remembered as a frisky kitten and a sweet adult, but her life-long respiratory problems resulted in her being taken away far too soon. Remembrance donation by Dean Surkin and Jacqueline Birnbaum, March 2011.

In memory of Cassie, adopted by Ron & Erika Surkin when she was about one year old. Found hanging around a barn where Erika boarded her horse, Cassie not only loved having the run of Ron & Erika's 7-acre estate in Chester Heights, PA, but also developed into a wonderful therapy dog, helping Erika in her counseling of children and adolescents. Cassie lived to the happy old age of about 13. Remembrance donation by Dean Surkin and Jacqueline Birnbaum, March 2011.

In memory of Kaiser, "spunky" friend and companion of Jane Donnelly and David Schult for 16 years. Remembrance donation by Mickey and Peter Bickford and Joan Scheier, March 2011.

Indy, wonderful companion to Ken and Jo-Ann Dekoven, too soon gone for being so full of life, and the second heartbreaking loss to the family in the last year (see Frodo, November, 2010). Remembrance donation by Dean Surkin and Jacqueline Birnbaum, February 2011.

Loving friend and companion of Dr. Elizabeth Appleman, Gertrude was adopted at age 3 from the Animal Rescue League in Pittsburgh and spent her formative years in NYC. She enjoyed shopping, fine dining, strolling in Central Park, and relaxing in her apartment on the upper east side. Gertrude almost made it to her 18 and 1/2 birthday in 2011, and would like to go on record as one of the oldest Corgis in history. Remembrances by Mickey & Peter Bickford, January 2011.

Benny to some and Bennie to others, but loved by all who knew him for his courage and spirit. Best friend and companion of Mickey and Peter Bickford. Remembrance donations by Dr. Elizabeth Appleman, Meg Crane, Muriel Danon, Bruce Ginsberg and Nancy Gaeta, Linda and Emily Indig, Mary Lanning, Dorothy Newshan, Barbara Rosenthal, Joan Scheier, Dragica Tamarut, Judy Wolfe, and Mickey and Peter Bickford. December 2010. A special thanks to Fifth Avenue Veterinary Specialists (FAVS) in New York City for their extraordinary efforts and loving care during Bennie’s illness.

In memory of our beautiful and faithful Honeybunch. Remembrance donation by Betty & Joe Anticaglia, New York, NY, December 2010.

In memory of Frodo, Ken and Jo-Ann Dekoven's wonderful retired champion cairn terrier, who is deeply missed by Ken and Jo-Ann, their golden retriever Indiana and their cat Arwen. Remembrance donation by Jacqueline Birnbaum and Dean Surkin, November 2010.

Cleo the Cockapoo, too soon gone but still in the hearts of Jacqueline, Dean and Sherlock of Bronxville, NY. Remembrance donation by Peter and Mickey Bickford. October 2010.

Lucy, four footed member of the family for 12 years, will be missed by Allen and Joanne and the two footed children Zachary and Oscar. She was a wonderful companion and enjoyed listening to all conversations. Remembrance donation by Joan Scheier, September 2010.

In memory of Dorothy Newshan's beloved Sandy, who has too soon joined her pal and litter mate Jan. Remembrance donation by Muriel Danon and Barbara Rosenthal, August 2010.

Duncan, sweet, handsome, big guy, loved to visit Anne Marie and go for walks in Forest Hills when he visited -- bad hips and all. He will be missed, especially by his Aunt Joan who loved to walk along with him. Remembrance donation by Joan Scheier, July 2010.

In memory of the indomitable Nala, who even while fighting illness at too young an age, reminded us every day that life can be good and should be appreciated - warm sunspots on the carpet, good food, and exchanging love with humans. Remembrance donation by Kate Fischer. June 2010.

In honor of Fred (at left) and Andy, who will be sorely missed by Joanne and Rick Leuschner and their children Samantha, Caitlin, Couri, Casey, Sean and Shane. Remembrance donation by Dorothy Newshan, May 2010.

In remembrance of Jan, who brought much joy to the life of Dorothy Newshan and Jan's litter mate Sandy for 13 years. Remembrance donation by Muriel Danon and Barbara Rosenthal. May 2010.

Remembering Lucy, shown here with her long-time companion Taj, who paved the way for Lucy across the Rainbow Bridge in 2008. Remembrance donation by Lucy's and Taj's mom Linda Bickford, who misses them both greatly but takes comfort in their being able to play fetch together again. April 2010.

In honor of Button who lived the good life with Mickey and Peter Bickford for 17 years. For nine of those years, Button was the faithful companion of Binky for whom the Binky Foundation is named (See History under About Us). Remembrance donations by Linda Bickford, Muriel Danon, Dorothy Newshan, Barbara Rosenthal and Judith Wolfe. April 2010.

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