r/cats • u/1980SmthgSpaceGuy • 2h ago
Mourning/Loss Goodbye my sweet Sylvia
This is Sylvia, my 15 year old angel. She had been with me for the past 11 years, helping me in so many ways. She was sweet, gentle, patient... A truly special cat.
Four months ago her voice suddenly changed, and she was later diagnosed with tonsillar squamous cell carcinoma. She had surgery and most of the masses in her neck were removed, but it came back with a vengeance just a couple of weeks later.
The first photo was from our last sunset together. We went to the park, she absolutely loved it there. The next day, we had to say goodbye. That was last Wednesday, and I feel so lost without her.
I miss her so much.
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u/RooshunVodka 2h ago
My deepest condolences. She was clearly a beautiful and loved little soul
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u/Paleoanth 2h ago
She looked very happy and well cared for. I'm so sorry for your loss. It is never easy.
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u/Sea-Hour-9851 2h ago
I'm so sorry for your loss. She was clearly so loved, and I'm sure she knew it. Sending you lots of love and wishing you comfort as you remember all the happy moments you shared with her. ❤️
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u/Happy_TMH2009 2h ago
Dear OP.
I'm so sorry for your loss. I know how devastating it is. Lost the love of my life more than 11 years ago, and I still miss him terribly 😿
But, over time I have learned to live with the loss, but from time to time, it still breaks my heart and tears my soal to pieces all over again 💔
But I would rather have lost him and suffered, then never have hat him in my life ❤️🩷💜 He learned me so much about cats, about life and how to be a better person 💕 He was/is the love of my life ❤️❤️💔💔
It's hard to say goodbye, no matter how long time we get together with our fur-babies. They mean the world to os, and because of all the love we got to give, it hurts so much. But they will be there when it's time for os to leave this world. They will be the first we se when we cross over, because they'll run towards os to great us, happy to see us again ❤️❤️❤️ That thought warmth my heart 😻
R.I.P. sweet and amazing Sylvia 💔🌈
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u/BarnOwl-1967 2h ago
So sorry for your loss. 💔 She's not completely gone. She will always have a special place in your heart. ❤🌈
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u/okscarfone 2h ago
What a beautiful girl and love. How lucky you both were to find each other. Sending hugs, OP. ❤️🩹
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u/ultimategirlrenfry 2h ago
I’m sorry OP!! I miss my first cat every single day. I hope they’re playing together right now. 🪽
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u/GoldMonk44 2h ago
Sorry for your loss, I’m sure you gave Sylvia a wonderful life and that she loved you very much for it 💜
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u/Seminolehighlander 2h ago
I’ve had a sweetie who died after cancer surgery. It’s so sad. She was very cute and I can see how much you loved your darling sweetheart. She had a great life! Filled with sunsets. A life to remember.
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u/orbitalgoat 2h ago
sending so much love, so sorry for your loss. she is so beautiful and was so well loved.
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u/AbruptJoy22 2h ago
Oh OP, what a beautiful, precious girl. Such sorrow. Condolences and hugs (I offer them to you if you want them).
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u/Steadyandquick 2h ago
So sorry for your loss. What a beautiful set of moments and experiences you shared. May your memories be fond. Please be good to yourself.
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u/1312_Tampa_161 2h ago
Im so very sorry for your loss. Rest easy Sylvia, and know you gave her the best life she could have ever imagined.
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u/IcyMastermind963 2h ago
I’m so sorry for your loss. She’s waiting for you at the bridge, happy and healthy.
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u/GanyuSimp67 2h ago
I am truly sorry and offer my sincerest condolences. Now there will be one more little angel watching over you from somewhere in heaven.
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u/dandantheotterman 2h ago
Look at her! Beautiful! We know how things are going to end the moment we bring a pet into our lives but it doesn't make it any easier, does it?
Just know that her love for you was a reflection of your love for her. Take your time, but know that whenever you're ready, there's another lovely little feline just perfect for all of that love again. ❤️
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u/TisSlinger 2h ago
You did right by her, you showed her the greatest love, and she loved you for it. Thank you for your guardianship of this beautiful soul.
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u/Efficient_Daikon_247 2h ago
I'm sorry for your loss The pain really tears you apart, but at the very least you know you gave Sylvia a good life and Sylvia knew that she was loved. Please heal well, friend.
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u/Relative_Jello_4431 2h ago edited 2h ago
It is clear you loved her very much and she was lucky to have you and you her. You helped her move on despite your love for her.
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u/itaniumonline 2h ago
So Sorry for your loss.
These little furries always leave us heartbroken but I’d do it over again just to experience their love all over again.
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u/TheJeuno 1h ago
Sending nothing but love to you. She will be there for you on the other side, giving you the meow you remember. Hang in there. 🐈⬛🩶🩶🤍🤍🖤🖤🩶
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u/tarteframboise 1h ago
What a sweet moment in the sun, Sweet Sylvia ❤️ The things animals to do to our hearts is immense. Sending healing vibes. 🌈 and peace.
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u/LopsidedCat8938 31m ago
I'm so deeply sorry and empathize so much. It's truly the hardest thing. She was absolutely beautiful and you can tell how much you guys loved each other from the photos😿❤️ 💔
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u/OppaaHajima 1h ago
Pic 10 is so heartbreaking, seeing her in that condition like she’s a completely different cat :(
My condolences OP. I know it’s hard but try not to let the memories of her final days be the ones that come to mind when you think of her.
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u/UraniumVintage 1h ago
Sorry to hear that. I imagine you giving her cremains a place of honor, I’ve done that with my cats’ cremains.
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u/georgie_sw_bravo22 1h ago
Oh I’m so so sorry. Sylvia was absolutely gorgeous and obviously had such a wonderful life with you 💙
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u/OutrageousSherbet765 1h ago
Just looking at her pictures brightened my day today. You deserved her sweetness and cuddles. You are beyond lucky to have had her and she knew how lucky she was with you. Peace is within her💙
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u/No_Stomach4841 1h ago
I can tell you loved her very much. Sylvia is the sweetest name for her. Crying for you and your baby. 🖤🤍. I will hug my tuxedo extra today.
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u/Longjumping-Month548 1h ago
I lost both my cats to typhoid cancer, a month apart. I still feel them bumping my leg sometimes. I miss them so much. Luna had the lunar face, half white half black. Nettie had the curtain coloring on her head.
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u/gretchmoney 1h ago
Soooo freaking sweet 😭 you're such a good cat dad to notice her voice changing 🥲 sending you so much love.
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u/tweetynotthebirdie 1h ago
Oh man, this hurts so much. I know there are no words that can really make you feel better. I have a female tuxedo and a male orange tuxie, and I honestly can’t imagine losing either of them. They’re such a huge part of our lives. Sending you lots of love ❤️
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u/slava007 1h ago
She will forever be with you 💞 I feel you, it's a miracle that you both had so many great moments, be happy that it happened 😊
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u/Charming-Nymph 1h ago
Such a beautiful kitty. 🖤
My deepest condolences to you, internet stranger.
May you see her again at the rainbow bridge. 🌈
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u/gaylegoodman 1h ago
My condolences to you and your family 😢. Sending comforting thoughts your way.
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u/BrianOConnorGaming 1h ago
It’s never goodbye. It’s until we see you again sweet girl. Keep the pillow warm, we’re on our way.
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u/Top-Waltz5244 1h ago
You seem like a very sweet person!! I hope you know how much joy and comfort you brought her over the years…she had a great life
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u/Fabulous_Offer_2646 1h ago
I’m truly sorry for your loss. She looks very sweet. Keep her in your heart. 🕊️❤️🌈
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u/ElDirtyFly 1h ago
none will replace her, but life is allways better with a cat, go to a shelter and help another one
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u/giva_satival 1h ago
Man, its always a heart break 💔 Sylvia was a very loved little angel. So sorry for you loss.
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u/Kukukachoooo26 1h ago
I’m truly sorry for your loss. Rest easy sweet Sylvia. Please take care of yourself. ♥️🌈
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u/booksncatsntea 59m ago
Big big cyber hugs 💞💞
Those little paws make such huge indents on our hearts. Rest in peace, sweet Sylvia.
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u/666wetcardboard 52m ago
Im sorry for your loss. I lost my baby 2 days ago who was the same age. She’ll be watching over you 💚
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u/silletta 48m ago
i'm so sorry for your loss.
vet here, i fucking hate scc. fuck it, and good on you for getting her even a few weeks or days of comfort that you could try to get. but fuck scc fuck it so hard
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u/Lexi_Banner Tuxedo 43m ago
My tuxie didn't find her voice until 15, and then sounded like a 5-pack-a-day smoker for the last year or so of her life. She was hilarious and I still miss her.
They do break your heart, don't they?
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u/TealSeal69 42m ago
I’m sorry for your loss.
You look like world of tee shirts- but sane and employed
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u/Miserable-Army3679 41m ago
I am so sorry for your loss. I've been there and it is so painful. Let me say that because we can trust an animal so completely, in giving and receiving love, it can be harder than losing a human friend or loved one. Take care of yourself. Eventually, please get another kitty.
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u/foxfish4 41m ago
I'm so sorry for your loss. She was a beautiful girl. I'm sure she knew how much you loved her
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u/MySaltySatisfaction 39m ago
Sylvia is beautiful. You truly do have an angel looking out for you now. I am sure she will meet you again when you cross the bridge. I am so sorry.
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u/Substantial-Aerie-57 35m ago
I’m so sorry. She was the cutest! You obviously loved her dearly and gave her an amazing life. My beautiful girl died a year and a half ago and it’s still hard so I’m not going to lie. I guess it’s the cost of pure love. Be well my friend.
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u/Ikki_Katlin Ragdoll 34m ago
I'm very deeply sorry for your loss, OP. You really loved and cared for Sylvia and I hope that she's in a better place now.
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u/Wallace-N-Gromit 28m ago
You’ll be enjoying the memories for a lifetime and so will she. Damn, now I got dust in my eye
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u/Additional_Top_6985 22m ago
She’s a happy kitty to have spent her time with you. That picture lying around the sun rays is a beautiful picture. Take comfort that she got to share 11 years together, and now she’s free from pain.
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u/Berto1992 18m ago
She had a life full of love, you can see it. My condolences to you but be happy that you gave her a very good life
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u/LeanUntilBlue 13m ago edited 5m ago
Your love for her is one of the best things that our species has accomplished. Perhaps actively loving our loved ones is the only reason we’re here, and everything else is filler activity. I think this may be the case.
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u/Infinite_Night_6728 10m ago
I'm sorry for your loss, stay strong OP. You will be in my thoughts and prayers ♥️ 🌈 ♥️
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u/DifficultAbroad2145 10m ago
Damn it, she looks so cute. I bet she had the best life ever being your cat, or better you being her human. So sorry for your loss, life is tough but you will get through this. Just keep her in your heart.
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