In Memory of Finley 9/1/2016 – 10/30/2019
Finley was a beautiful, tiny kitten when he came to Shadow Cats in the Fall of 2016 from the Austin Animal Center. Who could resist him?! He grew up into stunningly beautiful adult cat who was also loving and sweet and who loved to play. Anything under a blanket or cover was not safe and he was the first to pounce and play. He was a cuddler and a favorite among all the volunteers and staff.
Finley started losing his fur about a year ago related to leukemia issues and it had just started to grow back in again. To him however, he knew he was always beautiful and of course we always told him how absolutely stunning he was.
Three years is not a long life, but for those three years, he grew up, had tons of friends and lived a good life. He sat in countless laps, was adored by many, flew from shelf to shelf overlooking the creek and its wildlife and slept warm and cozy on winter nights. We must celebrate this precious life and we do, but the day is a little less bright and the hearts are heavier as we face the day.
Finley passed in the loving arms of his caretakers this morning. Thank you to all that made his life the best it could be – his wonderful sponsors, his namesake in England, his caretakers and volunteers – you helped him live his best life.
Carry on in the arms of angels, Finley. We’ll never forget you.
Finley had 4 Sponsors
Tracey Williams
Liz Bell
LeAnn Chamberlin
Eugenie Baranoff