A doglover’s farewell
By Christie Keith
September 23, 2009
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for all the warm thoughts and condolences so many of you posted and sent on my loss of my mother.
Her death notice appears in today’s San Francisco Chronicle, and includes a mention of her beloved Scottish Deerhounds. I posted a longer version of the obituary, including a slideshow, on my website, here.
Some of you have asked if you can make a donation in her name, or send flowers… you are all very kind. Her funeral is at St. Agnes Church in San Francisco, Friday at 11 AM, and our family is asking for donations to Muttville, a great rescue group here in San Francisco that finds homes for elderly dogs and those with medical problems. Thanks to all of you who asked.
As Gina said, I’m going to be laying low for a few more days, but I’ll be back next week.
What a lovely tribute, Christie. I feel I know Kathleen. And she was beautiful.
Lisa in Cape May County, NJ
Comment by Lisa — September 23, 2009 @ 11:25 am
You were such a devoted daughter to your mother. She was very fortunate to have such a great support before and during her illness.
It was meaningful to me to see the slideshow—which showed your mother from her youth going on up to her older self. Thanks for sharing.
Take good care of yourself, Christie!
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Comment by Colorado Transplant — September 23, 2009 @ 11:34 am
Christie, what a beautiful piece of writing over on your blog. And the pictures … you look just like her … I never realized exactly how much!
Comment by Gina Spadafori — September 23, 2009 @ 12:33 pm
hugs, Christie. {{{ }}}
Comment by Phyllis DeGioia — September 23, 2009 @ 3:45 pm
My goodness, you and your mom look so much alike. I have no doubt that’s just one way her spirit lives on in you.
Comment by Susan — September 23, 2009 @ 4:24 pm
I enjoyed the slide show and the story—very San Franciscan! I’m fourth generation San Franciscan, so you beat me by one. But I also grew up hearing elderly relatives tell the story of camping in Golden Gate Park after the 06 Fire and Earthquake. Your mother was clearly a Grand Old San Franciscan, part of the very fabric of The City.
Comment by Arlene — September 23, 2009 @ 5:00 pm
Christie, I love your mother and wish I had had a chance to meet her. I also must thank you for honoring Muttville by choosing our organization for her. I am planning to name our next nameless dogs after her, Mac and Kenzie, so keep a look out!
Comment by sherri franklin — October 6, 2009 @ 4:08 pm