Pet Tributes

Pet Tributes

Hastings, MN and surrounding areas

Milton "Brewer" Stromberg

Milton "Brewer" Stromberg

Oct 13, 2025

Milton “Brewer” Stromberg passed away peacefully at home on October 13, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born June 17, 2011, in Clintonville, Wisconsin, Brewer joined our family that August and made us a family of three. From that day forward, he was a constant and joyful presence in our lives—so much so that he was there for our engagement...

Otis Dostal

Otis Dostal

Sep 25, 2025

For nine wonderful years, our miniature pinscher was the heart of our home and the soul of our family. From the moment he joined our lives, he brought us laughter, warmth, and unconditional love. We always joked that he was our little kangaroo because of the way he’d spring up at the patio door with endless energy and excitement. That...

Handsome Zeus

Handsome Zeus

Sep 16, 2025

With heavy hearts and fond memories, we say goodbye to Zeus - a loyal friend and cherished member of our family. Zeus was a Lab mix whose boundless energy, gentle eyes, and unwavering devotion left paw prints on many hearts. He was more than just a pet — he was a source of laughter, comfort, and unconditional love and he...

Mickey Winkel

Mickey Winkel

Sep 2, 2025

I knew it was coming, but I thought we had longer. You were so happy the day before, the happiest I’d seen you in a long time. You called to me quietly that night for the last time. I’m so glad I called back and added, “I love you, Mickey.”

Everyone is devastated. When I walked you around to the flock...

Our Beautiful Bella

Our Beautiful Bella

Aug 30, 2025

This weekend we lost Bella, our 12-year-old Newfie/Lab mix. She was a big, beautiful dog who loved the water, and a huge piece of our family is missing now. She is irreplaceable and our hearts are broken. Rest in peace, Bella! ❤️

Tabitha Specht

Tabitha Specht

Aug 29, 2025

In loving memory of Tabitha

From a tiny kitten to a constant 18-year companion, Tabitha stayed by my side through four moves and every season of life. He outlived two dear feline housemates but enjoyed soaking up all the attention for himself during his final year. The friendliest cat I’ve ever known, he greeted us at the door without fail. His...

Goldie Slattery

Goldie Slattery

Aug 28, 2025

It is with broken hearts that we share the sudden passing of our beloved golden retriever, Goldie. Though her time with us was far too short, the love, laughter, and joy she brought into our lives will echo in our home—and our hearts—forever.

Goldie left us suddenly, and we are still reeling from the shock. But even in this pain, we...

Libby Anderson

Libby Anderson

Aug 27, 2025

Today we say goodbye to our dog, who never met a closed bedroom door she couldn’t conquer. No latch, lock, or barrier stood between her and a soft bed.

She leaves behind a legacy of impeccable potty-spot preparation, often requiring at least 100 spins before committing.

She was fueled by treats, powered by sunshine, and could nap like it was a full-time...

Zoey Endres

Zoey Endres

Aug 21, 2025

Zoey was such a funny, lovable part of our family. She grew up alongside all of us, filling our home with joy, laughter, and so many unforgettable memories. When she wasn’t begging for table scraps with her puppy dog eyes she always loved to play a good game of tug o war. Nothing made us smile more than her burst...

Dobbie Sanders

Dobbie Sanders

Aug 20, 2025

We said goodbye to Dobbie on August 20, 2025.He was our son Kyle's pup and was named "Dobbie" because of his floppy ears that resembled Dobbie the house elf in the Harry Potter movies. When Kyle passed, we had the opportunity to adopt him on the very same day we brought home a rescued Border/Heeler we named "Stormy". Those two...

Our Sweet Buddy

Our Sweet Buddy

Apr 25, 2025

YOU WERE MORE THAN A PET—YOU WERE FAMILY.

EVERY DAY, YOU GREETED US LIKE IT WAS THE BEST PART OF YOUR DAY, TAIL WAGGING, HEART WIDE OPEN. YOU MADE OUR HOUSE FEEL LIKE HOME. WHETHER IT WAS CURLING UP BESIDE US DURING QUIET NIGHTS OR REFUSING TO SIT STILL FOR A SINGLE PICTURE, YOU FILLED OUR LIVES WITH WARMTH, LAUGHTER, AND...