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.
Clayton
Clayton was a wonderful boy. We adopted him in Chicago in November, 2012. Jen was his foster mom. At the time he was 6 years old. Clayton was a typical Lab – gentle, sweet, and funny. He filled many roles in our family including that of greeter at my small shop in Barrington. He quickly…
Zoey aka Fiona
We lost our sweet Zoey (aka Fiona) after a quick cancer diagnosis last week. Zoey was adopted from CILRA on July 1, 2012 as a 15 month old, timid, petite, beauty. I believe she was about to become a foster failure of Rikki’s before he gave her to us. We enjoyed almost 8 1/2 years…
Cooper (aka Wrigley)
Sad news. Our beloved Lab, Cooper (formerly Wrigley, adoption date 6/18/13) died of an inoperable cancerous tumor on his heart. He was that strong, steady companion that sat by my side when working from home, loved walks, car rides, playing ball and pillows. He is truly missed. Many thanks to CILRA for the care you…
Mocha Joe
We are sorry to let you know that Mocha Joe, a beautiful chocolate Lab, left us on January 28, 2020. She was the second Lab we adopted from CILRA. Mocha Joe was the St. Francis of the animal world. She welcomed all birds and bunnies. A wonderful laid back and loveable sweetheart. Mocha was 14…
Zoe
On May 15th, 2020 we sadly said good bye to Zoe. She was a sweet dog and a loyal companion to me and our family. Thanks CILRA for making it possible for her to be such a huge part of our lives for the last 11 years. — Chris S.