My Dang Cat

03/31/2025

❤️In loving memory❤️
"Professor" Pete "Peteyboy" "Peter Pumpkin Eater" Johnson Tillitt passed away in Quincy, Illinois Saturday March 29th 2025 at 9:25am after a courageous fight with an aggressive squamous cell carcinoma.
He was born on April 20th, 2013 in Mt Sterling, Illinois, one of four litter mates to Penelope "Pretty Penny P" and Cat That Don't Live Here. They proceeded him in death.
He was also proceeded in death by his litter mates, two in infancy and a sister SassyCat who fought against feline epilepsy.
He is survived by his human siblings; Jalen Johnson, of Mt Sterling, Charlette Cramblit Johnson of Versailles and Sami Johnson of Mt Sterling, as well as his human mother Shaye Johnson Tillitt of Quincy. He is also survived by his best friend Freya Louise, and his fur siblings Morris, Mars and Lakewood.
As a kitten he enjoyed clawing his way out of a screen window to get outside to catch a bird to bring back inside. He enjoyed going out on walks, getting dressed up, being brushed, talking, and picking on Morris. Freya and him became best friends and soul mates in 2017, and have been inseparable since.
He moved around quite a bit in his youth, always by his mom's side. His favorite place to sleep was wherever his mom was, curled up into the crook of her arm.
He will be missed by many. He really had a personality that encouraged others to like him.
Condolences and memories can be left in this thread. The family appreciates all the kind words and love received.

03/28/2025

Pete through the ages
A celebration of his life.

My bestest boy, from little guy to the Pete we all know and love.

03/28/2025

Waiting to hear back from the vet.
It's an end of life appointment.
I'm heart broken.
I'm sorry guys. This next part is disturbing.

He almost scratched out his eyeball last night as well as a chunk of tumor, it was the scariest, saddest thing I experienced. He was hiding. He hadn't had his cone on in awhile as he was doing pretty good. We heard the scratching then next thing he was shooting like a rocket through the house, pouring blood out of his face. Until I got him cleaned up I thought it was just the normal scratching the scab off. Unfortunately, it was very serious last night.

The vet is double booked today but may be able to get us in last minute.
Or tomorrow morning.

Pete really was the best and if you ever met him, you know that. He was a smart, friendly, laid back, talkative playful, photogenic little fluff. I'm going to miss him forever.

I'm sorry. Anyways. Have a day, friends. Please send strength.

01/08/2025

I was so sick yesterday. These two were my nurse cats. Lakewood was especially clingy. He even gave my face a few licks, something he's never done before, as he was by my side almost the entire day. Nothing better than fur babies cuddling with you while your under the weather.

12/09/2024

I went outside to take care of my outside kitties just now. As always, Dusty Sue was happy to see me, told me all about it and demanded pets. But then Scaredy Kat showed up. I wouldn't of believed it if I had not seen it. He allowed pets. Not only did he allow pets, he was gladly accepting pets, purring loudly and followed me around. Aha!! I knew there was a good kitty in there. I know I've been excited about petting that cat before, but today was just an amazing show of trust and acceptance. I'm so proud of how far he's come, from standing and watching from afar, to coming close and swatting at me to being friendly and "normal". I know these two would probably not allow others to come near and that's ok. As long as I can, that's what matters.

12/08/2024

Lakewood photo dump!

11/17/2024

Patches needs a furever home. If you're close to the Quincy Illinois area, he could be YOUR good boy! Message me if interested.

11/17/2024

Pete has healed very well since his surgery. Yay!

Do you miss our posts? Find us on BlueSky. Yes, its my personal page, but it's mostly devoted to my dang cats.
I still intend to post here, of course.
I follow back on BlueSky - see you there!

Cat lady. Mom. Grandma. Friend. I think I'm a comedian and it's ok if only I am laughing. Life's too short to be unhappy. The truth is out there! 👽🛸

10/19/2024

Dinner time with Patches, Dusty and Scaredy Kat!

10/19/2024

I forgot to mention that Pete has gained weight since his last vet visit. He's now 16 pounds. Perhaps the lump added a few ounces to him 😀 joking aside, he's very healthy and his behavior is very good other than that spot. I'm sure he'll be fine after his surgery.
He's been snuggling with his girlfriend tonight.

10/17/2024

Pete will have surgery next Friday to remove growth on his head. Then a specimen will be sent out to check if it's cancerous or not. Then he has the privilege of wearing a cone for two weeks.
He's costing me a little money, but I love this guy, so it's worth it.
Wish us luck!

09/30/2024

Miss Dusty Sue telling me about her wild night.

09/30/2024

Good morning, Patches!

08/19/2024

Sleepy boy is giving out kisses and nips. You really can't trust his kisses. But the few you get before the nip are so so sweet 😻😊

08/14/2024

Sad news.
The trailer park removed the trailer next door and now all the outside cats are gone. I don't know if they were just scared and ran off, if the trailer park did something to the kitties or if they ended up going with the trailer. Last night and this morning I've only seen Mystery kitty.

08/10/2024

Lakewood is attacking me with love 😻

08/10/2024

Early morning feeding time. Everyone but Mystery is here.

08/10/2024

Early morning feeding time.