He Hunts No More

[willy]

Tough day today, part of a triumvirate that hunted hill and dale in five states had to be laid to rest.
From the time he was ten weeks old he would find things in the woods and point it, and was afraid of nothing

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Pheasant Grouse Chukar Woodcock and Quail were no match and he helped feed my family for twelve years. He showed my Son's what hunting over a great Bird Dog was all about. A winged Pheasant that sailed off a hundred yards and hit the ground running stood no chance whatsoever. Always brought back to my hand.

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Many of my dear friends had the pleasure of great day's afield behind rock steady points.

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Today a Great Hunter has passed after sharing many a campfire, and watching out for his family for many years. He made me look good in the fields in spite of myself.

His name was Solo

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[randlemanboater]

Condolences Willy.

[charlie_the_tuna]

sorry to hear, willy. it always sucks to lose a 'best friend'.

[step up here]

Its always such a sad day when this happens sorry for your loss.

[Hedge]

sorry for your loss.

[ssiredfish]

Man I hate to hear that Willy.....sorry for your loss bubba. Thats a hole that will be tough to fill and hopefully when you're ready you'll find another hunter to help fill the void. Chin-up through it brotha, I know its tough

[garagenc]

Sorry to hear hunting dogs have a special relationship with the gun.

[cfelton]

Sorry to hear of your loss Willy, I know its hard to loose a close friend like that. Remember the good times, it seems to help.

[lumberslinger178]

They do become part of the family for sure so sorry willy

[DiverDux]

Sorry for your loss.

[bradford]

Very sorry to hear, Willy.

[Destroyer]

Willy, what can I say that hasn't been said already. I'm sorry that he's gone from your physical life. I know he'll always be in your memories, so he'll never really be "gone". Wish I had gotten to know him before he passed. He looks like he was a great dog. A true champion.

[reelapeelin]

Willy I'm sorry to hear Solo had to go on...but death is as sure as life and you did the right thing for him on so many levels...giving him a home..a family...a purpose in life...and finally a dignified departure from this world...Some folks will tell you dogs have no souls so do not go to heaven...I'm here to tell you, that's what heaven is about...he'll be waiting for you when you get there...and y'all can do it again...

Cfelton said, Remember the good times...I agree...:beer:

[Redneck]

That's rough sorry to hear.

[RidgeRunner]

What a dog and what a send-off. Any dog should be so lucky to have such a master. RIP SOLO.

[Blue_Runner]

Sorry to hear about your hunting buddy Willy! I wish we could keep them forever and ever... beautiful dog and pics. RIP Solo.

[Pipe_Dream]

My heart goes out to you, Willy. A fine tribute to a fine companion. He'll be waiting for you when you have crost the bar.

[tsubaki]

I'm actually jealous.
Fine animal, fine family there willy!