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Recent obituaries in Saluda, Virginia

The memorial tributes in the Saluda, Virginia area reflect the community’s deep connection to beloved pets, honoring companions from many households and backgrounds. Some animals brought adventure and energy, while others offered steady comfort and companionship. Each story highlights the richness, warmth, and individuality that shape Saluda, Virginia shared bond with its cherished pets.

Salami  Ferguson

Salami Ferguson

Dec 20, 2025

In Loving Memory of Salami Marie Salami Marie, also affectionately known as Nonny, Not Not, Tunka Tuna, and Shlamo (her Jewish name), a beloved calico and cherished member of our family, passed away at the age of 18. She was more than a pet—she was a constant presence, a comfort, and a companion through nearly an entire childhood. Salami came...

Bentley Williams

Bentley Williams

Apr 30, 2025

In Loving Memory of Bentley November 2007– April 2025 Bentley, a beloved 17-year-old Shih-Poo, crossed over the rainbow bridge on the evening of April 30th, 2025, at home, surrounded by his loving family. His passing leaves an immense void in the hearts of those who cherished him most: Landon, Wesley, and Sherry. In his prime, Bentley was a spunky and...

Rosco Thompsen

Rosco Thompsen

Feb 19, 2025

Rosco Thompsen crossed the rainbow bridge on February 19. 2025 peacefully sleeping in his favorite spot right next to his daddy. Rosco lived a long full, and fun life. He will be greatly missed by so many especially his Aunt Diva, Aunt TT, his Mimi, PawPaw and many many more that considered Rosco as one of their own. Continue to...

Thumper  Lovejoy

Thumper Lovejoy

Oct 29, 2024

Our Sweet girl Thumper Cheese We love you so much. From your cute little nose to your fluffy butt. Thumper enjoyed spending time inside and outside and playing with all of her animal siblings. She was loved very deeply by her mommy and daddy. Rest easy Thumper Loo we love you.

Turtle Coker

Turtle Coker

Aug 23, 2024

Turtle, our beloved tabby cat, crossed the Rainbow Bridge surrounded by her family in the comfort of her home. Turtle was a bright light that shined endlessly along with her kind personality. She won many hearts over, including those who strictly preferred dogs. That's how special she was. She was such a brilliant, intelligent cat that kept her wits to...

Mr. Bigglesworth  Fowler

Mr. Bigglesworth Fowler

Jun 19, 2024

2011 - 2024 Mr. Bigglesworth, our precious Jack Russell Terrier, crossed over the Rainbow Bridge in the loving arms of his Momma & Daddy. Mr. Bigglesworth was the kindest, sweetest, smartest, most loving boy you could ever meet! He captured the hearts of all who knew him. He loved car rides, floating on his pool float, playing with his ball...

Itty West

Itty West

Mar 11, 2024

Itty, our precious feline born in 2010, captured the hearts of all who knew her. Despite being the runt of the litter, it didn't take long for Itty to discover her Alfa-kitty strength! Her most favorite of things (besides her momma😉) was heat. She was quick to steal a warm heating pad and was first to sprawl out in front...

Sherman Jolley

Sherman Jolley

Feb 25, 2024

God Speed Sweet Sherman. Also known as Big Brown, Whale Shark, Shermando, Sherminator, Bed Hog and Crank Caller. You brought us a ton of joy and were the a gentle giant and the sweetest alpha dog to our pack. We are blessed to have been able to call you ours. Lots of Jolley pups are waiting for you on the...

Doodles Marshall

Doodles Marshall

Dec 12, 2023

Doodles lived a long happy life with us for almost 18 years. Doodles is loved by two little girls, Loralei and Gracelyn and her human mom and dad, Heather and Kenny. Doodles was Heather's baby, best friends. She loved to get outside on hot sunny days and catch all the animals she could and bring them inside to mom, even...

Trigger Taylor

Trigger Taylor

Dec 5, 2023

Trigger Taylor June 1, 2005 - December 5, 2023 Born in Mathews County, Virginia on the banks of the East River, Trigger crossed the Rainbow Bridge surrounded by the people that he loved in Henrico County, Virginia on Tuesday, December 5, 2023. He was 18 years old. Trigger was one of four puppies born under a riverfront home. Naturally, Trig...

Mystcheif Jenkins

Mystcheif Jenkins

Nov 30, 2023

Mystchief Jenkins 2014-2024 I knew the night I rescued you; you would forever hold a special place in my heart. I remember you climbing all over the screened in porch, getting stuck in the tree and sleeping in my dresser drawers. Those exact reasons are the reason why I named you, Mystcheif. I got to love you for the next...

Ziggy Taylor

Ziggy Taylor

Nov 20, 2023

Siegfried "Ziggy" Taylor July 31, 2010-November 20, 2023 Siegfried "Ziggy" Taylor passed away at his home, surrounded by those he claimed as his own, in Gloucester, Virginia on Monday, November 20, 2023. The beginning of the story of Ziggy had a rough start, but improved tenfold once his dad rescued him. Ziggy was inseparable from his human, and sometimes described...

Bowie Lamb

Bowie Lamb

Jul 20, 2023

My "Tribute" to Bowie… My Beloved Angel without Wings. On October 28th, 2021 an elderly friend of mine that had developed severe neuropathy in his legs, asked me to take his Great Pyrenees, Bowie. Since Bowie was over 100 lbs., he was afraid that he would accidentally knock him down. I was hesitant at first due to Bowie being 10...

Apache Buckland

Apache Buckland

Jul 2, 2023

Apache "teeny tiny" Buckland was born on December 21, 2008 an passed away July 2, 2023. I was walking through the pet store in VA Beach with no intention of getting a dog....an there you were... wagging that little pig tail an jumping on the glass with your little spunky personality playing the best roll of that doggie in the...

Georgia Louise Faulkner-Mijangos

Georgia Louise Faulkner-Mijangos

May 27, 2023

Georgia Louise Faulkner-Mijangos passed away on Saturday, May 27, 2023, in her mom's arms. Georgia was born February 3, 2013, and spent her whole life being loved by the people around her. She was a sweet and loving beagle who always had a smile on her face. She loved to take walks and explore new places in the city as...

Maxee Sioux Hallberg

Maxee Sioux Hallberg

May 12, 2023

"Maxee Sioux, Beloved cat of Mitch and Laurie Hallberh."

Onney Hester

Onney Hester

Apr 20, 2023

"Beloved Daughter of Jo and Jack."

Fred Painter

Fred Painter

Jan 24, 2023

Fred, beloved pet of Heather Painter Here's love for you, my gentle friend With gratitude for time together Here's ease of passing at the end And joyful sunny weather I hope you run and jump and play Into the Summerlands We'll meet again some time and day Safe in the Lady's hands Peace to you and quiet ease Go with...

Chica Gallihugh

Chica Gallihugh

Jan 2, 2023

Chica Gallihugh Born on January 1, 2009 and crossed the Rainbow Bridge on January 2, 2023. You came into our life on December 19, 2011, so beautiful and smart. Our dear and sweet companion, we loved you from the start. And though we knew the time would come when we'd have to say goodbye, you will never be forgotten because...

Bella Lickey

Bella Lickey

Dec 29, 2022

Bella Marie Lickey 2010 - 2022 She had a heart of gold. She truly was loved by all who had the honor of meeting her. The most gentle soul and loved fiercely. She was so intuned to all of her people and she knew what we needed even before we did. Her wings were ready but our hearts were not!!...

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