In Loving Memory of Geodi from his beloved mom, Jackie:
“It’s with much sadness that yesterday once again I had to send another over rainbow 🌈 bridge. Geodi weighing in at only 6 pounds was mighty and fierce, the rest of the crew ran from you when you were in the mood. You came to me six years ago with your brother and you’ve been searching for him since he left us nine months ago. Now the two of you can be together again. We’re going to miss you little guy but Zen & Laci are waiting for you. Thank you Destiny For Dogs and JoAnn Lewis Goodrich for everything you do to help these voiceless critters and letting me give these guys a home when you did. RIP Geodi. We love you!”
🌹🌈🐾♥️IN LOVING MEMORY OF MOCHIE AKA JOJO FROM HIS MOM♥️🐾🌈🌹
💔I lost my beautiful and good, one of a kind baby boy Mochie, Monday on the full moon. So deeply truly saddened. Had him for almost 2 years, was sick for 1 year. Mochie loved riding in the car, loved his foodie, loved walking, loved resting and sleeping late! Vet came to house yesterday, said he wasnt good. Mochie had been fading for some months. Mochie went to sleep in yard, as best he could, beautifully and peacefully. I will get his ashes next week💔
🌈For those who knew and loved this very special boy, he will truly be missed, especially by his mommy. Beautiful Boy, Rest In Peace at Rainbow Bridge where you are now, Happy, Healthy and Whole🌈
From Cooper’s amazing mom: “Hi. It’s Abby. Just wanted to let you know that Cooper crossed over the rainbow bridge today. He was very sick. I couldn’t watch him suffer anymore. But I wanted to thank you for letting us love him and trusting us with him. And I wanted you to hear it from me. Thank you so much for everything.”
Cooper was a very special fella. He hit the doggie lottery with his caring, loving, patient, mom and dad. They provided Cooper an extraordinary life.
Sending loving thoughts and healing prayers to Cooper’s family. Until you meet again, always with you and in your heart … “Just look up.”
♥️🐾🌈IN LOVING MEMORY OF BEAUTIFUL BABY. SHE WAS GONE TO SOON♥️ 💔Our hearts are breaking for Baby’s moms. They were the most amazing fur parents. Baby will always be in their hearts and loving thoughts. We are all sending our healing prayers🙏 Until they meet their Baby again at Rainbow Bridge🌈
🐾💕Just Look Up🐾💕
“It’s with a very heavy heart to let you know we lost Baby. She was very sick with a heart murmur/enlarged heart the doctor said she is young with a old heart. We loved her so much as you loved your Babies. The loss is tremendous we will all never be the same. Thank you for bringing her into our lives and saving her. Our hearts are broken, we could not have had a more special Baby. All the Kisses and Love she brought to us everyday. Like Helen Reddy’s song “The Memories Alone will have to do.” Much love to you. Thank you for being such a good friend to us.”
💔We said “goodbye” to our beloved, Sophie Friday, 05/21/21 when Dr. Linda Abbott, set her free. Sophie went peacefully in our arms. This beautiful, happy, loving girl who always wagged her tail is at peace, no more pain, and now “Happy, Healthy & Whole.”💔
🌈Angel Girl, Run Free at Rainbow Bridge. You will always remain in our hearts and loving thoughts, until we meet again🌈
Destiny for Dog’s founder “JoAnn Goodrich” lost her beloved Monk on January 30, 2021. Monk lived a long healthy and loving life and his only problem was getting old! JoAnn and Kenny Goodrich will miss him dearly and he will be remembered for years to come. Wishing you both comfort and peace during this difficult time. Love from all your volunteers and friends.
“It Is with my deepest sadness that I write and let you know that Charlie crossed The Rainbow Bridge last night. Wednesday night he had a first seizure and I rushed him to the emergency room. Medication worked and he was fine and good all day Thursday. Last night however Charlie had another in the middle of the night, I rushed him back to the Emergency room. The doctors worked on him for 2 hours to no avail, they did everything they could to save him. Charlie died in my arms, he was such a good baby I had him almost 5 years. Charlie wanted for nothing if he needed something he got it . I am heartbroken
I attached a picture of Mr. Charlie in his own Lawn chair. He was such a big joy to me.
January 20, 2021 /
JoAnn / Comments Off on 💔IN LOVING MEMORY OF ZEN FROM HIS BELOVED PARENTS💔
“It is with a very heavy heart I have said goodbye to my little guy today. It’s only been less than 5 years we have been together but seems much longer. I’ll never forget when you and your little brother came to me as fosters from Destiny For Dogs, JoAnn Goodrich! Thank you for giving me the chance to give him his final forever home. You had such a rough life before. I’m so glad I was able to give you the love and family you deserved these past few years. Thank you Dr. Matthew Bond for taking such good care of my boy at the end so he didn’t suffer. I will miss you always ZEN but for now run free! Until we meet again.”
“I regret to inform you that Dexter crossed the Rainbow Bridge due to a cancerous mass in his abdomen yesterday morning. We are heartbroken as he was such a wonderful and protective big brother to our departed Sissy and recent brother Corky.
Thank you for allowing us to brighten our lives with the love and companionship he gave us. We know he is in the presence of our Lord enjoying a joyful existence. May God continue to bless and provide grace and mercy to you and your rescue.”
“Hi just wanted to let you know I had to put Henry to sleep Tuesday:( He only had two good legs and hurt the back one Sunday chasing a squirrel causing a fracture and blown out knee. Henry’s other legs would not have supported him having surgery. Like my vet said, Henry did what he loved to do and was loved these last years. “I always told Henry, you only have 2 good legs left, you better slow it down!! Nope, not with squirrels it was his favorite thing and always go time!!!”
🐾💕Henry led a miserable life… until his mom met and fell in love with him. Henry hit the doggie lottery and was provided everything he never had. Plus many years of love, happiness, nurturing and fun. We are grateful to Henry’s mom for rescuing an older dog and providing a full lifetime of love in just a few years🐾💕
🌈Rest In Peace dear, sweet, Henry. Until you and your mom meet again. You will always be in her heart and loving thoughts 🌈
Joanne Sylvester returned to her heavenly Father, passing peacefully at home with her husband of 62 years, by her side. Joanne was born and raised in New York City, moving to West Palm Beach in 1958 with her husband, Raymond. She was one of the early pioneers of the Palm Beach Civic Opera, now known as the Palm Beach Opera. Joanne sang at several local churches, countless weddings, funerals and other events throughout her life. She was soloist at St. Edward’s Catholic Church in Palm Beach from 1978 through 1989, and continued with the St. Edward’s Choir until 2016. Joanne is survived by her husband, Raymond, and her children, Richard (Jean), Stephen, Philip, Christina Torres (Israel), and Joanna Sylvester-Hartman (Ben), and grandchildren Nick, Olivia, Elizabeth, Jack, and Noah, her brother John Pennino of New York City as well as her two faithful canine companions Dino and Mia. Joanne has always been an animal advocate. The family home was never without a pet, usually more than one. Throughout her life, Joanne’s love and compassion toward animals and humans, especially children, was evident to anyone who knew her.
This little kitty was living on the streets with a homeless woman. She was very I’ll and it appeared that she had been a while. As soon as we heard of this situation we picked her up and took her to the emergency. She was having difficulties breathing and was extremely lethargic. When she arrived, she was in full kidney failure and we could not save her. It was agreed that there was only humane thing to do – end her suffering. Before she left this world we named her Lovey and our volunteer Gina stayed with her and showed Lovey kindness and love. She had one final kiss before she passed. RIP angel.
🌈IN LOVING MEMORY OF LOBA A BEAUTIFUL, SWEET & AFFECTIONATE, 14 YEAR OLD COLLIE MIX SENIOR LADY WHO WENT TO RAINBOW BRIDGE ON MONDAY, JULY 13TH🌈
💔A special “Thank You” to Loba’s foster mother, Susan for taking such wonderful hospice care of her. Plus providing quality of life and TLC during her last few months on earth. The following message was written by Susan💔
“🌈Today we sent this beautiful girl to run free to rainbow bridge where I’m sure her other mother is waiting for her. We took her in after her owner passed away so she could spend her last few months in a big yard with lots of dog friends and love. Loba was a very sweet girl and will be missed by my family but she was ready to go. She was so bad on Sunday she couldn’t even walk but wanted to. Loba was struggling and I did not want her to suffer. She was so tired. But I had a dream that night that she was running thru our yard happy, healthy with her tail high and I knew it was her time. Run free sweet Loba🌈”
“Mr. King passed away this morning. Thank you for the opportunity to be his mom these last few years Jo. He was my dream boy❤️. King would have been 17 in September. He was the best little guy. Thank you for you Jo. You made it possible. 😘”
When King’s mom met him, it was love at first sight for both. King was a senior with lots of issues. However, none of this mattered to his mom. She loved him unconditionally and took the best care to ensure that he had the happiest life filled with great food, toys, lots of cuddling and love. Thank you Ro for all that you did for King. You were truly his rescue angel.
♥️🐾🌹IN LOVING MEMORY OF CHARLIE. OUR LOVING THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO TO CHARLIE’S MOM & DAD, LENA & DAVID🌹🐾♥️
We are so sorry for the loss of your beloved, Charlie. Thank you for providing him the most amazing life through thick and thin. You never gave up on him and you loved Charlie unconditionally. You were his rescue angels. From the bowels of hell at MDAS’ euthanasia room to hitting the doggy lottery with you. Until you meet again, always in your heart and loving thoughts. Rest In Peace, dear sweet, Charlie. You were so loved. Run free now, happy, healthy and whole🌈
“Fuzzy has gone to dog heaven, he was in my lap eating dried liver chips when the anesthesia kicked in. He had a big melanoma in his jaw, we did auto immune treatments but rejected radiation and surgery for pain and no firm guarantees of extended life time. JoAnn we loved him so much and thank you again for finding him for us.
We still have Bunny, high maintenance with special allergy vet treatments etc. She’s almost totally deaf. Two trainers and various gadgets never solved her exasperating barking. But by default she’s now top dog and always lovable. Thank you for her- and for all you do for so many dogs.”
Fuzzy’s parents took such excellent care of him. We know there will be a huge void in their hearts and home. We are sending our loving thoughts and prayers. Fuzzy will always remain in their loving thoughts and prayers until they meet again at Rainbow Bridge 🌈
“It is with profound sadness that we tell you that we lost Tico this morning at about 11:15. He had been sick about two weeks. The first ultrasound showed that he had pancreatitis and a suspicion that he had prostate cancer but because of all the inflammation they were not sure. We had him rescanned today and they found cancer in his bones, lungs, abdomen, colon and prostate. They said it would be days – maybe a week and he would be gone and in terrible pain. We could NOT let that happen.
He was the most loving, sweet, gentle and beautiful soul that ever walked this earth. He deserved to have a long and happy life and I would give everything I own to have made that happen. He went out of this world the way he lived – sweetly and gently.
We want to thank you for giving us the best year of our life. We cannot believe how ironic this entire thing has been. We were to get a Westie female, six years old that was being retired from the same farm our Winchester came from. She was not supposed to be here until the fall. We got a call that they had to push up the schedule because of everything that is happening with the virus. Today is the day she will arrive from NC. I think my vet put it best. “He was sent to you to do a job. He was sent to bring joy back in your life after the loss of your beloved Winchester. His job is done. It is time for him to rest and then play at the bridge.” We will never forget him. He will always be close in our hearts and never far from me. He was my boy and always will be.”
We are all so very sorry for the loss of this beautiful and loving boy. We are also so appreciative to his wonderful parents who did everything possible to save Tico’s life. Thank You.
Until you meet again, Tico will remain in your heart. Just look Up🌈
June 15, 2020 /
JoAnn / Comments Off on In Loving Memory of: Ruth Emily Hagney
Ruth was a beautiful lady inside and love. She was loved by everyone she touched. Never a negative word, always kind, gentle, caring and a huge animal lover.
Our deepest sympathy goes out to Ruth’s beloved family.
March 6, 2020 /
JoAnn / Comments Off on In Memory Of: Judy Blake Walters
💗🙏Written by Brittany Mason In Honor of Zoey’s human mommy, Judy Blake Walters . RIP 🙏 ❤️
“I always loved animals since I was little and I knew I would help them I just wasn’t sure how. One day I started researching local rescues and I reached out to JoAnn Lewis Goodrich of Destiny for Dogs. I explained to her my love for animals and that I’d like to help. She said there is actually a little senior girl, Zoey, who was a stray down in Miami and she is sitting in a kennel. My mom and I couldn’t let her sit in there any longer so the next day she was sleeping in bed next to me 🤗
One morning like we had done before, we brought Zoey out to coffee. This time was different because a very sweet lady saw her and instantly fell in love with her and I knew Zoey felt the same way. Just like that she was adopted by this amazing family 💝
Zoey’s human mommy had been battling cancer, but her husband told me that since they adopted Zoey he had seen a light in his wife that he hadn’t seen in a long time.
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Judy you were an amazing person filled with so much love and compassion. I’m sending love and prayers for your family while they grieve such a sweet soul.
I will be forever grateful to you, I couldn’t have asked for a better mommy for Zoey ❤️“
💔SAD NEWS UPDATE. DEX PASSED AWAY YESTERDAY. IT WAS PRETTY SUDDEN. DEX WAS AN AWESOME GUY AND WILL TRULY BE MISSED BY HIS MOM, DAD AND EVERYONE HE TOUCHED💔
From Dex’s mom, Christine:
“Dex was a special boy..so many people that came here to adopt Brittanys fell in love with him. He was a one of a kind. I saw Dex slowing down..unable to run anymore..last few months..but then last 4 days he lost his will to do anything but sleep.”
Dear Dex,
You were so blessed to have such wonderful parents, plus the best years filled with love & happiness. Rest In Peace Dear Dex. Run free, happy, healthy and whole at Rainbow Bridge🌈
Toby was a very sick senior Jack Russell Terrier rescued from MDAS. His foster mom’s nursed him back to health and he was adopted by the most amazing and loving couple. Toby’s final months were in a wonderful home with lots of love. Toby loved his parents, his yard, and three to four daily walks. He was a happy, sweet and loving gentleman even after what he endured prior to being rescued.
We are grateful to Toby’s parents for providing a second chance and unconditional love until it was time for him to go to Rainbow Bridge🌈
We are so sorry for the loss of Charlie who was so loved by his Mom, Dad, Lena and David. Charlie’s family provided him the most amazing life through thick and thin. They never gave up on him and loved Charlie unconditionally. Charlie came from the bowels of hell at MDAS euthanasia room to being rescued by his rescue angels and hitting the doggy lottery with his new family. Rest in peace dear sweet Charlie and we hope you are happy, healthy and running free again waiting to see your family one day.
July 4, 2019 /
JoAnn / Comments Off on In Loving Memory of Sanford “Sandy” Martin
08-01-28 to 07-01-19
Our dear rescue friend Michelle Martin’s father, passed away peacefully and has joined all his friends and family who have passed before him. Sanford “Sandy” Martin, 90, of Boca Raton FL passed away Monday, July 1st at the Hospice by the Sea in Boca Raton after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Sandy loved golf, movies, and spending time with his many friends, but most of all he took great joy in his family and his dog Skylar by whom he will be sorely missed.
Donations in his memory can be made to
Destiny for Dogs, 326 Macy Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33405
The Lustgarten Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer Research, 415
Crossways Park Drive, Suite D, Woodbury, NY 11797.
My sweet girl Hurri passed over the Rainbow Bridge early Sunday morning. My family and I are heartbroken by her passing . She is the sweetest dog I have ever had in my life and she was my Granddaughters best pal! We were blessed to have her in our life and are so sad. I know my son Richie greeted her on the Rainbow Bridge welcoming her with a big hug! We love you Hurri and Richie!!!💕 RIP🐶🌈
It is with great sorrow that I am informing you that Leeloo has passed today, after only 2 years and 9 months with us. She was a great joy to us, and was a wonderful member of our family. She gave us great joy and happiness, and we are so happy that we could share her aborted years. She enriched our lives and I think we did hers. The great loss and sorrow is that her life with us was so short. Robert and Dianne
