In Memory

Sad Hearts, Happy Memories

This page is devoted to those beloved Labs who are no longer with us. If you have stories or photos to share, please click here. To make a donation in a particular Lab’s memory, click here.

Isabella Gabriella

I am so sad to announce that our beautiful Isabella Gabriella passed away yesterday. She was mama’s princess. She took care of me when I had a broken foot…chased balls, harassed her sisters and brothers …a late discovery of squirrels provided a source of entertainment. She is and will be greatly missed.  — Holly H.J.

Stella

We got our sweet Stella from CILRA almost 12 years ago. She was the best dog and we will miss her! Stella loved her backyard and can now chase all the bunnies and chipmunks she wants! Thank you CILRA for all you do for these beautiful puppies! — Jeff and Becky F.

Sophie

Sophie came to our family on Christmas Eve Day, 2012. She was found wandering and luckily a young man found her and called CILRA. Our family took Sophie in as a foster however, quickly realized that like all Labs, she filled our hearts with joy and so she had found her forever home. Sophie was…

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Jake

I adopted Jake about 12 years ago, and he was always a gentle placid companion. He passed away during the night 19 April, and will be sorely missed. He spent the last couple of years of his life in Florida. He was about 14 years old. RIP buddy. — John K.

Hoosier

We adopted Hoosier on Veterans Day 2012. Monday, May 3 Ron and I had to make the hardest decision of our lives. We chose to end Hoosier’s pain. We fought every battle as hard as we could but in the end dysplasia and arthritis won the war. Hoosier gave us the happiest nine years. He…

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