In Memory of Tavi
March 16, 1984 - November 27, 1996

These pages are sacred ground in memory of Beth and Chuck Goelzer Lyons' beloved first child, Tavi, a wonderful Border Collie who shall live in our hearts forever.

Our first child Tavi was a member of our wedding party and has been our faithful companion and an integral part of all of our adult lives. He was like a guru, going through tough adversities with boundless positive enthusiasm. He taugh us so much about living life fully. He saw us through many hard "growth" years, and we miss him. The whole thing is much harder than we ever imagined or have experienced. We know the pain will be replaced by cherished memories, but we have such a long way to go. Tavi sensed our moods and comforted us. We miss his strength and his love, and we think about him often.

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OBITUARY

Obituary, Beth's MacTavish (Tavi) ABC 1294
Short Obituary, for local newspaper (unpublished)
Obituary and Request for Stories, sent along with above photo to many people who came to know Tavi personally

 

PHOTO GALLERY

A few photographs of Tavi throughout his life.
Boundless Enthusiasm | Obedience Tavi Style | Flower Dog | Good Sit! | Squeaky Passion | Mountain Climber | Houdini Found on Long Pond | Lookout at Rollins Pond

 

CONDOLENCES

Words of sympathy and kindness from family and friends around the world; beautiful things that have deeply moved us and helped us grieve.

RESCUE EFFORTS

Visit the homepage of Tavi Border Collie Rescue to learn more about Border Collie rescue efforts and in particular the work being done in Tavi's memory.

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