Ducro Pet Loss Services

01/09/2025

In memory of Pita/Peta who crossed over the Rainbow Bridge December 13, 2024. Our sympathies go out to Dennis & Doris Wheeler. It was an honor to be asked to care for your baby during this difficult time.

PITA/PETA WHEELER

2010 – 12/13/2024

Pita was a beautiful black and white cat. His tuxedo look, big green eyes, and easy-going attitude make it easy for anyone to become his friend.
Pita came to Dennis and Doris by chance. They provided him with a heated house. He would not stray far from the porch and his house. When they were outside, he would follow them wherever they went, no matter what the weather. He would always run up the fence to greet them when they got home. Pita was loveable and would rub up on them when he got the chance. His favorite toy was a stick. He would have fun chasing it when they moved it back and forth. He enjoyed laying in the flower garden and being next to Dennis and Doris at the picnic table. He would run toward them with excitement when they sat on the swing, as he knew it was a good time to lay on their lap and go for a gentle ride.
Pita had cancer for over two years and continued to live a full life. Unfortunately, the cancer finally got the best of him on December 13, 2024.
His best friend, Princess, will miss him. He will forever be in the hearts and memories of the entire Dennis and Doris Wheeler family.

01/08/2025

In memory of Mercy who crossed over the Rainbow Bridge December 27, 2024. Our sympathies go out to the Dix and Workman Families. It was an honor to be asked to care for your baby during this difficult time.

MERCY DYMOND WORKMAN

9/11/2014 – 12/27/2024

Mercy was a 10-year-old Rottweiler. Her dad, Craig Workman and mom, Paige Dix brought Mercy home on September 11, 2014. She was their kid. When they split up, Craig used to take her for the weekend along with their son. Paige said her mom and dad did not want her inside their house. They were not used to a big dog inside, but they quickly fell in love. Paige found out they would take Mercy for car rides and played it off like they did not. Her favorite toys were egg and hamburger.
AJay said Mercy was cute and loving. He said he is going to miss her running down the hallway.
Morgan said Mercy was her best friend. She was an emotional support animal for her.
Paige said Mercy was an amazing kid. She was always her ride or die. Mercy was the runt of the litter, but you would never know. She listened so well and never ran off. Mom is sorry Mercy. Love you!

01/03/2025

For those of you who attended our Pet Memorial Service in December, your ornaments are ready for you to pick up. Please come to the Ducro Funeral Home 4524 Elm Avenue Ashtabula. Our hours are Monday - Friday 8:30 - 5:00 and Saturday 8:00 - 12:00.

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01/03/2025

In memory of Triforce who crossed over the Rainbow Bridge December 23, 2024. Our sympathies go out to Kash and Lindsey Zaidi. It was an honor to be asked to care for your baby during this difficult time.

TRIFORCE T. DOG ESQ.

2013 – 12/23/2024

Triforce was adopted after he had his back leg removed, but he never let that slow him down. He loved food, his parents, blankets, and squeaky toys. His favorite toys were smiley face squeakers. His passion for food earned him his nickname: Chunky. He was spoiled and showered with attention everywhere he went, even when he could not stop barking. He was a little boy with a lot to say. He was the peacemaker of his home, always playing referee when his cat siblings got a little too feisty in their play fights. He loved his cat siblings but would probably not admit it. He loved car rides and was a very good boy when they would come and visit all of his favorite people in Conneaut all the way from Rock Hill, South Carolina.
He loved his grandma, Ben, Aunt Sarah, Uncle Dustin, his cousin Keira, and his cousin Lilya. His dog Cousin Bailey, not so much (but they love her). Kash and Lindsey will never forget all the joy he brought them over the past 10 years and are so grateful they were able to be his parents.

01/03/2025

In memory of Baby who crossed over the Rainbow Bridge December 19, 2024. Our sympathies go out to Janice and Russ House. It was an honor to be asked to care for your baby during this difficult time.

BABY HOUSE

2/1/2010 – 12/19/2024

Baby came into Janice and Russ’s life on August 10, 2010. They were lucky to find her at the Cleveland APL. Baby was 6 months old when they brought her home. It was love at first sight. Baby was never just a pet to them. She has always been a part of the family. Baby loved her catnip mice and had them scattered all over the house. Baby had other toys also, but always liked her mice the best. Once a milk ring fell on the floor, Baby saw it and started playing with it. So ever since then Baby liked those too. Baby has always been an indoor cat, and she loved watching the birds from their bedroom window. They always feed the birds, and she liked watching them eat too. Baby had many beds, but she loved their bed the best. One day many years ago, they could not find Baby and discovered her in the laundry basket. So, they bought Baby a basket of her own, put a pillow in it and she loved that bed too.
To Janice and Russ, Baby is like no other cat. She was very affectionate and gave love back and they will miss her every day. Baby’s vet called her Princess, and she really was. She was their Princess. Their life will never be the same without Baby and they will never forget her.
Baby is survived by her family, Janice and Russ House.

01/02/2025

Once again, we are truly honored to be selected as the Star Beacon Reader’s Choice for preferred Funeral Home. I can only think of 1 year in the history of this program that our community did not select us and we are both grateful and humbled. Congratulations to the other winners from various business categories as we are in great company with some amazing companies and community businesses that provide great service, high quality, and tremendous value as we strive to do. Thank you again to our community members for your support and thank you to our amazing staff who works so hard to maintain the high standards of exceptional service we strive to achieve. We are committed to caring for our pet families just as if they were any other member of the family…..because they are!

12/30/2024

In memory of Gabbie who crossed over the Rainbow Bridge December 9, 2024. Our sympathies go out to Mark and Dawn Garland. It was an honor to be asked to care for your baby during this difficult time.

GABBIE LYNN GARLAND

8/5/2012 – 12/9/2024

Gabbie Lynn Garland, age 12, crossed over into heaven on December 9, 2024, with her loving two-legged mom and dad by her side. Gabbie was born August 5, 2012, in southern Ohio. Gabbie, a mini-Schnauzer, loved to dig holes, chase her sisters, eat toilet paper and play with moles and little ground animals. Her favorite toy was her pink Kong ball.
She was well known for sitting on the tops of recliner chairs and in the bay window and barking at squirrels, neighbors and those walking their dogs.
Gabbie, aka Kitty Booper, Gabbie Sam Sam, FeFe Danner, will be missed by mom and dad and her siblings, Maddie Grace, Lacie Rose, Minnie Jean and Lucy Reagan. Thank you, God, for our Gabbie Lynn.

12/27/2024

In memory of Alex who crossed over the Rainbow Bridge December 11, 2024. Our sympathies go out to John Keene. It was an honor to be asked to care for your baby during this difficult time.

ALEX KEENE

10/6//2011 – 12/11/2024

Alex was a 13-year-old Maltipoo, and he was such a happy and funny little puppy. Alex liked everyone he met. He did not have a favorite toy. His favorite thing was to be a loving little lap dog. John said he loves and misses Alex and feels bad he could not do anything to save him.

12/26/2024

In memory of Lupita "Pita" who crossed over the Rainbow Bridge December 18, 2024. Our sympathies go out to Sandy, David, Bella and Dylan Schreiber. It was an honor to be asked to care for your baby during this difficult time.

LUPITA “PITA” SCHREIBER

7/13/2006 – 12/18/2024

Pita was not your typical Chihuahua. She was calm and rarely barked. She loved everyone, but Sandy was her favorite. All of her life, even till the end, Pita wanted nothing more than to be by Sandy’s side. Pita was the princess of the house even after her human siblings were born.
Pita enjoyed simple things like smelling the grass. She would sniff so hard that she would tumble head over heels. She loved to go for rides and feel the wind on her face. When she was not enjoying the outside, playing with other dogs, or chewing her favorite purple loofa, you could find her snuggled in a soft blanket. Pita was the best dog and friend anyone could ask for and she will be deeply missed.
Sandy said her heart is broken since she passed away. Rest in peace and wait for me at the Rainbow Bridge.

12/19/2024

In memory of Tipsie Ann Mull who crossed over the Rainbow Bridge December 6, 2024. Our sympathies go out to Stephanie Danelle Mull. It was an honor to be asked to care for your baby during this difficult time.

TIPSIE ANN MULL

12/6/2024

Tipsie was a mix of Gator Mouth Pit, Bluenose Pit and American Pitbull terrier. When they first brought her home, they thought her name was going to be Shadow but after taking a closer look at her they realized she looked like a puppy they had named Tips years ago. They came to the conclusion, that Tipsie should be her name. Plus, she acted Tipsy all the time. She was always sassy and was always standing up to her big bubby. She loved her and her bubbies toys, but she especially loved to take her mommy’s slippers to play tug a war with her bubbies.

She was tiny, but so sweet and protective. Tipsie was a happy little baby girl. She was in love with her brother-in-law. He made her day every time she saw him. Even then she was a loveable girl.

12/19/2024

In memory of Reble Lee James Good who crossed over the Rainbow Bridge December 7, 2024. Our sympathies go out to Marijane & John Good. It was an honor to be asked to care for your baby during this difficult time.

REBLE LEE JAMES GOOD

12/7/2024

Reble was a mix of Gator Mouth Pit, Bluenose Pit and American Pitbull terrier. When his family first got him, they had no clue what to name him because they already had an Oreo Cookie. He looked so much like his big brother, but after five minutes he started playing with his dad and started nibbling on him and they knew Reble was the perfect name for him.

A few hours after he started barking and playing with his brother. No matter what, his brother was always watching him and protecting him. They loved each other so much. They were like two peas in a pod. Every night when Marijane came home from work, he would snuggle up to her and every time she woke him up, he would start licking her all over her face. He was such a sweet, strong boy. He loved being held like a baby. He loved to play outside with his big bubby. He loved the snow. All he wanted to do was pounce in the snow no matter how many times they had to keep him from burying himself in snow. He was such a happy boy. He loved to play, even if you were just trying to take things he was not supposed to play with.

Throughout it all, he stayed with his sissy and never left her side. He was a lover and a snuggler. All he ever wanted was his sissy and big bubby and to eat his big bubby’s food. At the end of every night, all he did was snuggle with his mommy, daddy and big bubby.

12/19/2024

In memory of Stella Ray who crossed over the Rainbow Bridge December 13, 2024. Our sympathies go out to Makena McDermott. It was an honor to be asked to care for your baby during this difficult time.

STELLA RAY MCDERMOTT

11/5/2016 – 12/13/2024

Stella was a short-haired tortoiseshell cat, and ever since Makena got Stella, she has been inseparable from her. Stella always slept with her every night and was always there to comfort her when she was at her lowest. She was Makena’s baby. Her favorite toy was a little stuffed chameleon. Stella got everything she wanted and was so very spoiled.

Makena said it hurt her heart to find out she had cancer the whole time. She could not bring herself to let Stella suffer anymore.

12/11/2024

In memory of Sonny who crossed over the Rainbow Bridge October 31, 2024. Our sympathies go out to Bill & Duana Hamilton. It was an honor to be asked to care for your baby during this difficult time.

SONNY “BOY” HAMILTON

10/8/2010 – 10/31/2024

Sonny was a chihuahua and toy poodle mix and a faithful friend. He followed Bill and Duana everywhere he could. Sonny always liked to travel. He went on all their family trips and short car rides. He always knew when they were leaving, and he waited to be asked to go “bye bye”.
Sonny died after fighting congestive heart failure for 6 months. Sonny was preceded in death by his mother, Princess and father, Scrappy. Now Sonny can rest in peace on the other side of the Rainbow Bridge.

12/09/2024

Great job Sandy Reed and Sherri Wood organizing this year’s annual Pet Loss Service of Remembrance and Tree Lighting. We appreciate the assistance of Jessica Masirovits and Chris Thompson as well in helping with the event Sunday. Over 30 people came to make ornaments remembering their beloved and precious pets, enjoyed some refreshments and prizes, and made ornaments to leave on our tree that they may pick up later as a keepsake.

12/06/2024

For those of you who signed up for the Pet Memorial Service on Sunday we are still planning on having the event at the Zaback Williams Ducro Funeral Home. Look forward to seeing you all.

Thanks,
Sandy

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11/25/2024

In memory of Cuddles who crossed over the Rainbow Bridge November 14, 2024. Our sympathies go out to Sharon Goudge and family. It was an honor to be asked to care for your baby during this difficult time.

CUDDLES GOUDGE

11/14/2024

Cuddles was the sweetest 15 year old Jack Russell mix that you could have ever had the pleasure of meeting. She truly loved every person she encountered and was always willing to be a friend.
Cuddles came into Sharon’s life at two years old. Sharon had been grooming her sister Emma for a couple of years and cuddles would come along so she could trim her nails. At the time, Cuddles owners had fallen on hard times and had lost their home, and these girls were on their way to being turned over to the APL. One day before that was going to take place, Sharon decided to let them come to live with her instead. Only in time would she learn how lucky she was to have Cuddles be a part of her world. Sharon’s Aunt Diana had quickly fallen in love with Emma and being that these girls truly did not get along well, she adopted Emma and is still living her best life to this day.
Cuddles was definitely picky about her four-legged companions, but Gabby and her had always shared a special bond and Sharon can still see every day how much she misses her. Cuddles truly loved her Papa, but no one could hold a candle to the love she had for her daddy. Every afternoon, she would wait by the gate, gazing out at the door until she would finally see him arrive in the driveway. When he was home, she was always the happiest girl she could ever be. She loved him the best and he loved her too.
Cuddles was diagnosed with a collapsed trachea four years ago and they managed it well for a long time. But then she was also diagnosed with aggressive anal cancer a year and a half ago. Between the two of them time had taken its toll, and they knew it was time to love her enough to let her go.
Even though Sharon’s heart is broken, she knows how truly lucky and blessed she was to have her as a part of her life for 13 years. Their home will forever miss the presence of her beautiful spirit and her unwavering love. They will miss today, tomorrow and forever with their special girl. Sharon says, “rest and run free, but always wait for me”. Sharon would like to give a special thank you to Dr. Dan for providing her with the most peaceful transition over that Rainbow Bridge.

11/25/2024

Just a reminder. Here's a list of the do's and don't for our pets on Thanksgiving.