[Barefoot]

Originally Posted by Taltarzac725

Talked to Tony today and it seems the checks are coming in so to speak to get this Memorial Bench.

I've been negligent because my wings were tired after flying all the way back to Canada.
I sent my cheque for the bench today through Citizen's Bank.
Tal, thanks for posting Scott's address.

[Taltarzac725]

Originally Posted by Barefoot

I've been negligent because my wings were tired after flying all the way back to Canada.
I sent my cheque for the bench today through Citizen's Bank.
Tal, thanks for posting Scott's address.

You are welcome. We are slowly getting there for Ben, Bob, and Christine's Memorial Bench.

They also hope to put a swing where there used to be a swing in the big field. They can use donations acknowledged by additions to the Memorial Bench for that via bones with dogs' names.

[Taltarzac725]

Ben, Bob, and Christine deserve another bump!

[Barefoot]

Originally Posted by Taltarzac725

They also hope to put a swing where there used to be a swing in the big field. They can use donations acknowledged by additions to the Memorial Bench for that via bones with dogs' names.

Good idea. Such a great bunch of people and dogs that go regularly to DDRR.

[Taltarzac725]

Originally Posted by Barefoot

Good idea. Such a great bunch of people and dogs that go regularly to DDRR.

It sounds like Scott's plan. The Memorial Bench might not fit with some people's image of what is appropriate say for a cemetery or even a scenic overlook in the Villages of a pond with alligators. We do have to take into account, however, that this is private property and people have different tastes.

[Taltarzac725]

Originally Posted by Taltarzac725

Ben Kramer Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

I do not have a last name for Chris. She was a very nice woman who walked around with her two Italian greyhounds. We still need to get the input of Ben's family here in the Villages as well as that of Chris' friends and family.

A little reminder of Ben Kramer and his dog Gypsy.

This is from Ben Kramer's Tribute Wall with his granddaughter writing--

Dogs give unconditional love. Your love for animals was something we always shared. I truly believe that Gypsy was an angel sent to you from Jean. My favorite memories are visiting you in The Villages and going to the dog park with you and Gypsy.

Jean was Ben's wife.

[Taltarzac725]

Originally Posted by Taltarzac725

CHRISTINE LOMONACO Obituary - Huntley, IL | Chicago Suburban Daily Herald

Here is some more information about Christine.

I do not know how the collection is going for the bench and whether or not there will be one bench with a plaque honoring Ben and Christine or two benches. It probably depends on how much money you can get together.

And Ben's obit-- Ben Kramer Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Information about our honorees. http://www.bankspagetheus.com/obitua...bert-Buckland/

[Taltarzac725]

Luxcraft / Crestville® Plain 4 ft. Glider

This is what they got for Ben, Christine and Bob.

It looks rather classy IMHO.

The bones with the names of the people and their dogs is on a pole next to it.

I still believe they are looking for funds for an additional swing out back.

[Barefoot]

Originally Posted by Taltarzac725

Luxcraft / Crestville® Plain 4 ft. Glider
This is what they got for Ben, Christine and Bob.
The bones with the names of the people and their dogs is on a pole next to it.

Tal, do you think you could post a picture of the actual bench and the pole?
I assume a pet owner sends money to Scott for a bone to honor their departed dog? Do you know how much?
Brutus loved DDRR. He had a seizure there which was subsequently diagnosed as a brain tumor.
I would love to get a bone with his name on it.

[Taltarzac725]

Originally Posted by Barefoot

Tal, do you think you could post a picture of the actual bench and the pole?
I assume a pet owner sends money to Scott for a bone to honor their departed dog? Do you know how much?
Brutus loved DDRR. He had a seizure there which was subsequently diagnosed as a brain tumor.
I would love to get a bone with his name on it.

I will try. I may have to get another DDRR regular who is on Talk of the Villages to do it. I was in DC for 6 days while they put the bench up so I do not know what they are going to do about these bones. They may just be for people who have passed and showing their dogs. You can purchase one of the plastic bones on poles in the back field near the water bowl and swing as well as by the swimming pool in the big dog section. Joe had mentioned that these were for $100 donations.

[Barefoot]

Originally Posted by Taltarzac725

I will try. I may have to get another DDRR regular who is on Talk of the Villages to do it.

Tal, I was emailed a picture of the new bench today.
Thanks for the explanation about the memorial dog bones.

[Taltarzac725]

Originally Posted by Barefoot

Tal, I was emailed a picture of the new bench today.
Thanks for the explanation about the memorial dog bones.

You are welcome. I took a picture and sent it to someone who might have been able to get it on Facebook but I would probably have trouble getting it on TOTV.

[Taltarzac725]

I hope someone will put a picture up of Ben, Bob, and Christine's Memorial Bench at Doggie Doo Run Run.

[Taltarzac725]

Bump for swing. The Doggie Doo Run Run people also want to put in a second swing in the back field.

It would probably be something like the one they already have there. http://www.poly-lumber-furniture.com...n-4-swing.html

[Taltarzac725]

I sat on the new Memorial bench for Ben Kramer, Bob Buckland and Christine LoMonaco. Quite nice but you do have to avoid the little bit of bird poop.