> July 10, 2006
 > Let it be known that on this day the finest living
 > being
 > I've ever known has passed on.
 > Spanky a British Staffordshire Bull Terrier was over
 > 16 years old.
 > In declining health and increasing pain his long time
 > companion
 > made the ultimate decision to spare him further pain
 > and anguish.
 > Not an easy thing to do.
 > Some of Spanky's traits were as follows:
 > Loyalty beyond all question.
 > Trust.
 > Intelligence.
 > Endless curiosity.
 > Always eager to learn and to please.
 > Liked everyone be they people or critter.
 > Brought joy to many.

 > You will be missed beyond words.
 > I've lost an ideal realized and my best friend
 > and the world is the lesser for your passing.

So sorry for your loss, Wayne.

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