We Will Always Love Buddy

We are devastated to share that Buddy passed away on Saturday morning. It was his heart.

Our hearts are broken but we are also very grateful that he chose our family to spend 8 years plus 1 bonus month with!

Buddy was about 9 years old. (As a rescued doggie, it's hard to know his exact age) We will always love our boy and his legacy will continue to inspire others.

We made a promise to him and to you - spreading joy and helping animals. That mission will continue when we are ready.

 

 

This photo was taken only 4 weeks ago, on May 4th, by Kara Mergl, one of the brilliant photographers we have met during Buddy's life. She so graciously sent us many beautiful photos from the Tulip Festival.

It was a family day together that we will never forget. And we can all watch the tulip video and smile again and again. Buddy gave all of us that gift.

He gave us so much joy, so much love and so many gifts. 

We have several videos that we'll be sharing soon - and one last song he sang in our own backyard garden! We know you'll cry, but we all need to cry and then we need to smile again! (and then probably cry again)

You have all been there cheering him on since the very first video we shared! Your love and generosity through the years has brought us so much joy and meaning. We wish we could give you a hug right now as we are also going to feel your pain and grief as we come to terms with this part of Buddy's journey.

Please feel free to share your favorite memories of Buddy with us. We may not respond to emails or comments right away, but in time these will help us smile and feel love in our hearts.

 

In lieu of flowers we are asking you to plant a tulip bulb in Buddy's memory.

Every spring enjoy the beauty and think of our sweet boy singing and playing piano in the heavens, across the rainbow bridge.

 

Tulips have a meaning of deep love. Buddy was a very lovey guy! Tulips also have a spiritual meaning of rebirth. 

The best time to plant a tulip bulb is in the Fall and they will bloom each Spring.

We would love to see photos of your tulips next year so please share away, and know how much comfort your small act of kindness will bring to our family.

 

Buddy's Memorial Garden

We are planning to fix up a little garden area in our backyard - in Buddy's favorite spot! He would roll around in the dirt and find a cool spot to just hang and do dog things. He loved chewing on the sticks he'd find and helping us weed the garden beds!

Coincidentally there is 1 tulip in this area that blooms every year. If you would like us to plant a tulip bulb in his garden, we will be happy to! Buddy's tip cup page is available to use or feel free to mail us a tulip bulb.

Buddy Mercury

PO Box 207

Lake Grove NY 11755

We'll send you a video of the planting and blooming. We hope this garden memorial project will help our family as we grieve.

 

"Dogs are small rays of light caught on Earth for a short time to brighten our days." - Love Lives On

 

Lil Sis said goodbye to Buddy with us, and she's been so resilient and brave. She even asked if we can adopt another beagle. Sweetest girl! She asked for us to take this photo (above), and she also created this art for our fridge. She wanted us to share with you:

 

 

Our family will continue to send a monthly donation to shelters that help save animals! Your support really means the world. 

Buddy Mercury Online Shop

 

Thank you for giving us time and space. Love and care. Thoughts and prayers. 

Glen, Laurie and Lil Sis

 

An update from our family, click here:

https://buddymercury.com/blogs/news/its-been-37-days

284 comments

  • There are no words to tell you how sad it was to read your words this morning 💔
    We have loved watching Buddy over the years and treasure our Buddy beanies and Tote bag which goes everywhere with Mum. He will always be with us all.
    Much love to you all especially Lil sis and Winnie Jean Beagle
    You’ll always be our No. 1 star Buddy – Rock On 🌈
    Love Laylee and her mum 💔🐾

    @layleethebeagle
  • I’m so sorry for your lost, I couldn’t believe it when I read about our precious loving Buddy is no longer with us, my heart broke in pieces and could not stop crying remembering all the happy moments he made me laugh & sing along with much love his beautiful🎶AROOOO, now it is part of my life forever and I know our loving Angel continues singing in heaven making other angels smile around gardens of tulips🌷🐕🌷We Love YOU Buddy🌷Always! Please receive my hugs, love & blessings always to loving Little Sis, Mom, Dad & Family🙏🙏🙏🙏

    Rosita🌹
  • I’m so sorry to hear about Buddy. He was such a precious little guy who brought joy and smiles to so many people. Thank you for sharing him and please know that we share your pain and sadness. Sending you hugs and prayers and so much love for Buddy.

    Bonnie
  • Aww… Buddy. I’m so sorry for his passing… I fell in love with this cutie belting out on the piano that reminded me of my old dog so the impression was greater. I still have the Buddy calendar on my wall. Buddy will be dearly missed. Thank you for bringing so much smiles and laughter to many of us.

    Jini
  • I am completely crushed. I loved Buddy so much and leaned on him when I lost my 17 year old Beagle, Ping. I have my present Beagle, Stitch. He is a lemon Beagle rescued from a Puppy Mill. We also love your family and you are in my heart. Thank you so much for sharing Buddy. I’ll never forget the concerts from your living room. Thinking about you and holding you in my heart. Linda… ♥️♥️♥️

    Linda Boudreaux and Stitch

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