Jingles for Cat Lady - RIP

[dressagetraks]

I’ve really grown fond of Rascal. Tina I feel sorry for, but Rascal is such a THINKER. Reminds me of my Rosalind. I’m almost tempted to try to bring her in, but it would result in WW3 for several weeks until she and Coda came to an understanding. Coda is not only strong-willed but Siamese to boot.

These cats are all both indoor trained and outdoor trained (car wise, etc.). They all very much like outside. Would make fine barn cats. They are friendly and people cats. The kittens especially are still so young that the whole world is their playground, and they think everyone is a friend.

[JoZ]

So sorry – for CL and the kitties and you. Hope you can find some support for whatever you take on.

[Horse_with_No_Name]

Oh no, I am sorry to hear this. I am late to this particular thread, having only found it today. RIP CL.

Glad you are keeping Rascal; your plan for Tina sounds good, the best for her.

[Marla_100]

So sorry to hear the news. OP you have done so much for her and all the kitties.

Could you possibly give your general area so that any Cothers could possibly help in the re-homing of the kitties?

Looking forward to new information.

[dressagetraks]

I am in southwest Missouri.

I have to break the news to the cats this morning, and I’m not looking forward to it. That might sound crazy to some people, but I think those on here will get it.

[suz]

They probably already know she transitioned.
I’m going to assume also that cat lady knew she could go in peace since you were there for her and the cats.

Well done dt, well done.

[AKB]

Can you get the executor of the estate to reimburse you for the expenses of you driving back and forth for cat care, as well as the lost wages?

[saje]

Oh I’m sorry I’ve been following this thread, and thank you for taking such good care of Cat Lady and her friends.

Is there a rescue & foster group in your area? Up here in SC we have Pawmetto Lifeline that does spay/neuter, low cost vax, adoptions, and has a great foster network too. Cases like this seem to get a lot of help, I guess because it’s so poignant.

Good luck, and bless you for your care and kindness.

[dressagetraks]

[QUOTE=AKB;8398234]
Can you get the executor of the estate to reimburse you for the expenses of you driving back and forth for cat care, as well as the lost wages?[/QUOTE]

There isn’t an estate, really. All she had was in that house and her cats. I know who the executor probably will be but haven’t met him. I’ll be contacting him to say I’m on duty for the cats (not expecting dispute there; she was the sole cat lady in her family) and to arrange what to do with the key when I’m done.

[shea_smom]

Rest in peace, Cat Lady. I’m sending you a PM.

[Jackie_amp_Starlette]

Oh, no…I am a lurker/follower of this thread. So sorry…

What state are you in? Can rescue groups help?

Edit: Just saw this was already posted…I’d offer to take two barn cats but you are too far away. Good luck with this!

[JBD]

I didn’t realize how much I was pulling for Cat Lady until she was gone. I’m sorry for your and the kitties loss.

[dressagetraks]

By the way, here is the T-shirt that I was going to order to give to CL this Christmas. Very true.

http://www.signals.com/signals/T-Shirts-Sweatshirts_TS/Item_s-Not-Your-Average-Cat-Lady-T-Shirt_HT9981T.html

I have also just contacted the theater about the Sound of Music production we were going to go to. I have both tickets - she asked me to hang onto hers, afraid it would get lost/scattered/knocked down by her roommates. It is a handicapped/wheelchair slot and the companion seat. I’m going to turn those back in to the theater. I still would like to see the production myself, but I don’t need the accessible seating, and I’m sure there are others who do.

She looked so bad Tuesday night that I figured this was coming. I told her then in talking about the cats that they were okay and would all be okay, no matter what. I hope she heard me.

Off now to inform the next of kin. They were her family.

[Gestalt]

[QUOTE=shiloh;8398046]
Oh no! I’m so sorry! That’s awful. I loved reading about her - what an interesting and wonderful person. She will be very missed.

OP, you took great care of her and really cared about her and her cats. I’m so sorry. ((((Hugs)))))[/QUOTE]

Ditto. I wish you were my neighbor, what a wonderful soul you have.

[LadyNeon01]

Oh, I’m so sorry, dressagetraks. I would love to help, but I’m 500+ miles away. I hope all the kitties find a soft landing. They deserve that after losing their person.

[Liscar]

Oh, how sad. Late to the thread, but just wanted to comment on what a nice thing you have done and are doing. If I were closer, I would take some of the kitties. They’re probably so confused.

Bless you for what you are doing and many jingles that all the kitties find their perfect homes.

RIP Cat Lady…

[SonnysMom]

I am sorry for your loss of CL. I was really rooting for her.
It is so great that you have gone above and beyond to help her and her kitties. Check with local rescues as they may be willing to let you do courtesy listings on Petfinder and on their website. Also check with some of the local vets they may know a client that would want a kitty, especially if they are already UTD on shots/spay/neuter.

[Dewey]

I’m so sorry. Like others, I have been following this thread with interest and concern. It’s been apparent from this and your other threads that you are a very special person, DT. The cats (as well as their owner) were blessed to have you in their lives. Wish I could help, but I am in Georgia. Please keep us updated–I know you will.

RIP Cat Lady. You were loved.

[SonnysMom]

I am sorry for your loss of CL. I was really rooting for her.
It is so great that you have gone above and beyond to help her and her kitties. Check with local rescues as they may be willing to let you do courtesy listings on Petfinder and on their website. Also check with some of the local vets they may know a client that would want a kitty, especially if they are already UTD on shots/spay/neuter.

[Zu_Zu]

RIP ~ Cat Lady … Bless you dt for all you have and continue to do !

[I]
RIP ~ Cat Lady

Bless you dt for all you have done and continue to do for CL and her cats ~

• please be forewarned ‘estates’ and yes wherever she left behind is her ‘estate’

families become ‘possessed’ and act differently than one expects.
the executor must secure the house… belongings and
AC may be called in …

** please and I know you will try to make it perfectly clear
that
you will help with placing her ‘beloved’ cats …

they may make this even more difficult as
you may not be allowed inside access…

God ! I hope these relatives and the executor recognize your effort and heart !

I know you are honest person but it is probably best
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that you do not tell anyone about any mementos or even cats (Rascal & Tina) …the executor may get ‘strange’

[B]Thank YOU for EVERYTHING !

Please be careful … please remove Rascal and Tina and any other cats you now own ASAP !

((hugs)) … laced with extra strength and patience for you and all 16 cats !

• you are doing what is right with mementos and cats just tell no one and get it done … no need to ask me how I know [/B][/I]