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Tuesday 18 March 2014

R.I.P. HGD

Oh dear, I am so sad to have to tell you that my beloved Human Grandad passed away peacefully in his sleep in the early hours of Sunday morning (16 March).

Gail and her mother and brother had all spent time with him in his last few days, although I, Bertie, was not allowed.

My very important role just now is to be available for cuddles and to ensure Gail is regularly walked.

I am sure my blog friends will understand if I'm not visiting too often over the next couple of weeks.
with Human Grandad last November on his 92 birthday 


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42 comments:

  1. Charliedownunder18 March 2014 at 08:40

    Crikey Bertie I am soooooo sorry .... look after Gail and lap up all those cuddles, Mate!! RIP Grandad ....

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  2. Bella Roxy & Macdui18 March 2014 at 09:36

    We understand. We remember the life the old gentleman led.... Bertie, you just keep the cuddles and walks coming...and make them laugh.

    XXXOOO Bella & Roxy

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  3. Yamini MacLean18 March 2014 at 09:41

    Hari OM
    Bertie, you are to be staff and rod for dear Gail at this time - I send hugs via your good self. Lots of Love with the capital 'ell' to you both. Heartfelt condolences Gail. YAM xx

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  4. Julie18 March 2014 at 09:56

    So sorry to hear your sad news Bertie.
    Give Gail a big hug from me

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  5. The Life of Riley18 March 2014 at 09:58

    We are so sorry. Thinking if you all and sending our love to you, Gail and her family.

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  6. The Life of Riley18 March 2014 at 09:59

    Meant "of" not "if"

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  7. Cowspotdog18 March 2014 at 10:25

    We are sure he had a wonderful and interesting life and will be missed greatly . Sending hugs.

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  8. Dexter18 March 2014 at 10:33

    Oh Bertie, I know how much HGD loved you and the joy you brought to him. Give your Gail extra hugs from both of us.

    Dexter and Mango Momma

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  9. tubby3pug18 March 2014 at 10:55

    Bertie I am just heart broken to hear this. Through your blog I really fell in love with HGD and can tell he was a real character and an amazing person. I am so sorry for you and Gail and she will need you a lot now. HGD clearly led an amazing life and made the world a better place in his 92 years on it

    retro rover

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  10. Unknown18 March 2014 at 11:13

    We are so sorry to read the sad news. Bertie give Gail a big hug from us and we see you when we see you.
    Take Care
    Best wishes Molly

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  11. Angus18 March 2014 at 11:24

    Bertie - It was clear from the blog that HGD has a family that loved him very much and was very, very proud of him. It's now up to you to be brave and strong .

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  12. Gus18 March 2014 at 11:45

    Bertie: Give Gail and HGM lots of nose pokes from two terriers across the pond. 92 is a lot of human years to spread love and wisdom. We are sure HGD did a great job.

    gus n teka

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  13. Angels Amber and Max DaWeenie and Mom18 March 2014 at 11:51

    I'm so sorry. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.

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  14. Frankie Furter and Ernie18 March 2014 at 12:15

    We are thinking of all the thingys that you have told us about your Amazing HGD.
    We are So sorry.
    Gail will certainly need to have you give extra Cuddles and Stress Relieving walks.

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  15. Lovable Lily18 March 2014 at 12:17

    Oh NO Bertie! Not the news we like to read. We are so very sorry to hear about HGD. We so loved your stories and pictures when you got to visit with him. He just loved to pet your soft furs. HGD had a beautiful smile that we will all miss. We are sending you all a ton of love.

    Hugs,
    Lily Belle & Muffin

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  16. Matilda the Boxer18 March 2014 at 13:35

    I'm so sorry to hear this, Bertie. Momma and Cinderella and I are keeping you and your Gail in our thoughts right now.

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  17. Katie http://myminipetpig.com/18 March 2014 at 13:55

    Oh no oh no, Bertie, we are so sorry to hear about this. Please give Gail a big hug and piggy kiss. This must be a very hard time and she is lucky to have you. Your HGD was such a wonderful person and we know how much he was loved. Our thoughts are with you.

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  18. kmp18 March 2014 at 14:08

    Oh, we are so sorry to hear this. Bertie, you and Gail and HGD and HGM are in our prayers.

    Edgar and his mum

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  19. Taryn18 March 2014 at 14:35

    I am so sorry for your loss of HGD. I am glad the family had time to visit recently.

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  20. Jake of Florida18 March 2014 at 15:16

    Bertie, you have a serious job to do, making sure Gail is surrounded with lots of love while she and the family -- including you -- mourn the loss of dear HGD. Please tell Gail that we are very saddened to hear of his passing and she is in our thoughts!

    With wirey and human love,

    Just Harry and mom, Joan

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  21. Millie and Walter18 March 2014 at 15:38

    We're so sorry to hear about HGD's passing. Big hugs to Gail and her family.

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  22. Two French Bulldogs18 March 2014 at 15:39

    Oh no we are so sorry. Rest in peace grampy
    Snorts,
    Lily & Edward

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  23. My Mind's Eye18 March 2014 at 16:26

    Dear Bertie, Gail, HGM, and extended family.
    Mom and I are so very sorry for your loss. We thank you for sharing your HGD's journey with us over the last few months. Life is about living, loving and sharing love. Your HGD did all of that with gusto. We hope in time you will be able to remember all the wonderful years full of love and fun prior to his sickness.
    With love and hugs
    Madi and Cecilia

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  24. Camille18 March 2014 at 16:51

    Dearest Bertie; How sad we are today to hear such news. Please tell Gail we're holding all of you in our hearts right now. xoxox
    BuzzyMcDuff, The Pip and Camille

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  25. Scooter18 March 2014 at 17:59

    I'm so sorry to hear this Bertie. You are just the guy to take care of Gail. We will all miss you.
    Wags
    Addi

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  26. Emily and Laura18 March 2014 at 18:46

    I'm so sorry, Gail. Your father was, in my eyes, at least, a true hero, someone who helped keep the free world truly free in the Battle of Britain, and obviously a fine man to have raised such a wonderful daughter. Thank you for sharing him with us so that we could know him a little bit, too. He will be missed.

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  27. Kinley Westie18 March 2014 at 23:59

    So sorry to hear dis. Sendin you and Gail and da rest of your families lotsa hugs.

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  28. ScrapsofMe19 March 2014 at 00:47

    Our hearts reach out to you in this sad time.
    Sending soft woofie kisses,
    Bonnie, Kenzie and support staff

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  29. rottrover19 March 2014 at 04:13

    Gods speed, HGD...

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  30. Climbingmandy19 March 2014 at 07:22

    Oh Gail! So sorry to hear your sad news. Hope Bertie is giving lots of affection. We all send you and your family our best. X

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  31. Wyatt20 March 2014 at 03:55

    So sorry for your loss. Sending lots of hugs to you and your loved ones.

    Wyatt and family

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  32. ~Kim at Golden Pines~20 March 2014 at 13:42

    Saw the mention of your loss on Angus's blog and thought I would drop by and leave my condolences on the loss of your HGD. I hope everyone is finding peace and comfort from one another and in the your cuddles too Bertie.

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  33. tammy j20 March 2014 at 16:46

    oh gail.
    I also came from the rickety old farmhouse.
    a wonderful picture here of hgd.
    bertie will help if anything can.
    and simply time. and wonderful memories.
    my heart to yours.
    your 'toodle pip' has brightened many a day for me.

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  34. Dale20 March 2014 at 23:27

    Although we haven't commented before we always read your blog. So sorry to hear the sad news. I'm sure you will do your best to comfort Gail Bertie. Our thoughts are with you both. Dale, Janie and Barney bear (a fellow whft). X

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  35. Duncan 21 March 2014 at 13:57

    Oh Gail and Bertie, my HGD has been sick and we are behind on reading our blogs. So very sorry to hear this news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you!

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  36. Jo's World21 March 2014 at 18:38

    Sorry to have missed this announcement. Your Dad and Bertie's GrandDad was such a good man I can only imagine how you will miss him. I loved the stories about him learning to fly and taking part in WW2 when it was all so crucial for Britain (and all of us.)

    Blessings all around,

    Jo and Company

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  37. Sweet William The Scot21 March 2014 at 20:20

    Bertie & Gail I am sadden to hear the news of your loss. I know you both were a great comfort to HGD. Hold each other tight.
    Sweet William The Scot

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  38. Ruth S, justsomestuffimade.com22 March 2014 at 09:45

    So very sorry to hear of the loss of HGD, Bertie, and of course my thoughts go to you Gail and HGM at this diffiuclt time. Lots of furry hugs are in order. Rx

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  39. Pippa Sheltie22 March 2014 at 19:03

    Bertie and Gail,
    I am so sorry to hear about HGD, he sounded so funny and I loved to read about all of your stories about him. I hope you're all alright, and send lots of fluffy hugs. Bertie, make sure you give Gail some extra special Bertie time soon. Thinking about you all,
    Pippa

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  40. The Black and Tans.2 April 2014 at 19:08

    Oh Bertie we are only just catching up reading blogs. We are so very sorry to read this sad news. Please give Gail some very special cuddles from each and everyone of us.
    Molly, Taffy, Monty and Winnie xxxx

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  41. A Tonl2 April 2014 at 21:42

    Oh dear, we just saw this. We are so terribly sorry to have been scarce ourselves lately. And to learn of this! Dearest Bertie & Gail, you have our deepest sympathies. We send many comforting purrs at your loss. We know you're taking good care of Gail, Bertie boy!

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  42. Anonymous12 April 2014 at 21:14

    Bertie, Apologies if you get this message twice!
    We wanted to say how sorry we be about your loss of Human Grandad. We can see that you doing your job of comforting very well and I bet Gail is glad to have you. HGD seemed like a lovely man and a good 'dog person' which of course, the best type of person you can be.
    ~loving lickies, Ludo

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