Rest in peace handsome George...

[ribrob]

People here may wish to know...

George was involved in an accident of some sort between last night and this morning and sadly didn't make it.

A big thank you to the manager at the Brickhouse Cafe for getting him to a vet who contacted us today with the news.

We got George when he was around two years old from the Celia Hammond rescue home.

He was a stray, and ever since we've had him he's been prone to wandering long distances and getting lost.

His first two years with us saw regular posts to the East Dulwich Forums; us looking for him, people reporting him found.

With all his wandering, and living so close to Lordship Lane, it was inevitable something would happen one day.

Keeping him indoors permanently was never an option, he'd quickly go stir-crazy and dart out through any available exit.

A big thank you to...

- All of you on here that have helped find him over the last few years - we've appreciated the help!

- The staff and customers of the EDT and Actress who put up with his regular visits for strokes and scraps.

- All the local Dulwich residents with their open door / window policy and cat snacks.

- The friendly commuters who greeted him each morning on their way to work as they passed our house.

- And of course to George himself, who brought a smile to so many people's faces every day.

We'll miss you George, you handsome devil you, keep smiling.

Love Bella, Clara, Kati and Rob.

 

[Pickle]

So sorry to read this. I had seen him quite a lot recently while out walking, a handsome cat.

Take care.

[rendelharris]

So very sorry to hear this, used to see him around and about, dashed handsome devil he was.

One of our pet rabbits died recently and I thought people would be a bit cynical about us being upset, then my father said to us "What the hell is the point in having a pet if you don't become emotionally engaged with it?"

Bless you for giving him such a grand life.

Take care,

Rendel x

[KrackersMaracas]

So sorry to hear this - we really loved George and we always looked forward to his visits. He'd pop in through open doors and windows and stay for an hour or two for some cuddles and to chase an old bit of string before heading off on his travels again. He was an absolutely wonderful chap, such a lovely friendly personality and we often thought how lucky you were to have someone like him. Poor little thing. We will miss him.

[Giacomelli]

Sounds like he lived life to the full. Bless him x

[P.O.U.S.theWonderCat]

This made me very teary. Sorry for your loss xxx

[edcam]

So sorry for this news. What a handsome fella, who was clearly well loved.

[colville09]

So sorry to hear that George is no longer with us. Every so often there is a super cat and he was one and very loved. Thanks to his family for looking after him so well and the kind people who found him.

[PippaD]

So sorry for your loss

George was a loving and friendly cat and was always a pleasure to have a cuddle whilst having a beverage at the EDT

He will be sadly missed for sure

RIP George xxc

[Blah Blah]

Very sad to hear of your loss. Sounds like he was a real character and will be missed by many x

[HelBel65]

What a beauty. RIP. xx

[Langdale]

So sorry to hear about your loss. We met him for the first time near Franklins yesterday. Very friendly and affectionate - my daughter thought he was wonderful. RIP xxx

[Toffee]

So sorry for the loss of your wonderful cat. If you go to the "new craft shop" thread and click on the facebook link, you will see a beautiful picture of George making himself at home in the new shop on their opening day.

[Countrlass22]

Aww he was blessed have you as his owners rip george

[soyamocha3]

What a lovely, sad and moving post

[savage]

It looks as if George introduced himself to the new craft shop on Lordship lane!

https://m.facebook.com/125867324107056/photos/a.1074820765878369.1073741828.125867324107056/1420022158024893/?type=3&source=48

[maria]

George was a very special handsome chap and was even part of our cats gang despite the odd hiss. We will all miss him lots. I did pop round Rob/Katie to say how sorry I was and was only on the forum as Squiggly wasn't around this morning so getting worried! Maria,Helen, Charlie and Squiggly.

[lavender27]

Sorry to read this about George. It's very sad. RIP East Dulwich Taverns four legged friend.

[shoshntosh]

So very sorry for the loss of the magnificent George.

[ribrob]

Thank you everybody. :)