We are grieving here at WWDR too – he was such an important part of our rescue….His mom wrote the most beautiful tribute for him, and has given us permission to share it with you. Run free, sweet Xan Has His Eye On The Sky. You will never be forgotten…
Xander James.
Our world has stopped turning, we were not ready for this- and it is impossible to process…. our soul connection, our calm & cool, our emotional sponge, our all knowing boy.
Yesterday, we faced the most profound loss. Our baby. Our best friend. Although Xander showed us remarkable improvement, his heart condition proved to be too much and after a tough day we made the decision to let him go while he was still comfortable. His vet listened to his heart and was shocked at the change in just a weeks time, she was physically taken aback. The shock on her face was enough to silence the whole room.
Although he slowed down, don’t be mistaken; he loved hard to the very end. From watching airplanes, being the maritime weatherman, shopping for hats, going to get and deliver the mail, being a helper, or even just “sassin” there will never be another Xander. Xander knew things, and we called him all knowing. Wise doesn’t seem a strong enough word to describe him. Whether it was knowing when you needed an extra kiss, or staying by your side when you didn’t feel well- Xander knew all things. The world is still for us as we grieve him. He loved with a love that was more than love. A love that leaves an imprint on your soul, your whole being.
We will look for you in every airplane, every machine gun sally, every clothesline guy, and every sunset.
No loss should be this big; no loss should hurt this much. It speaks to how loved he was & how damn hard we fought.
Thank you to his sister, Ishh, for coming with us and being there for him until his very last breath. To Dr.Keizer for trying so hard for him, and crying right along with us. To every single one of you who wished him well, and hoped along with us for his recovery.
Thank you Xander for loving us, for choosing us, for allowing us to be your family. He loved with a love, that was more than love.
Momma and dad will forever have a hole in our soul . The silence is dark and empty . And so is momma.
Xander James; April 19 2014- July 27 2025.