— Our Dedicated Staff —
Director of Animal Care
Kayce Daniels
Director of Operations
Jan Jones
Office Assistants
Andrea Juarez
Wendy Munshaur
Senior Animal Care Technicians
Wendy Munshaur
Andrea Juarez
Sherry Chapman
Animal Care Aides
Victoria Moore
Jeb Jones
Lisa Lien
Sean Moore
Rachelle Hiser
NCHS BOARD OF DIRECTORS
2008
Maddie Nager, President
Martha Pedersen, Vice-President
Jennette Kovacs, Secretary
Terry Miron, Treasurer
Directors At Large:
Geoff Condon
Ken Kellett
Tim O'Keefe
Sandy Rakestraw
Anita Rouse
Volunteer Coordinator
Jill Johnston
North County Humane Society
2300 Ramona Rd., Atascadero, CA 93422
805 466-5403
MEMORIALS AND TRIBUTES
Make a memorial or honorary donation to North County Humane Society in memory of a loved one (human or animal),or to honor a special occasion. Honorary and memorial donations are posted online and in the NCHS newsletter, "Short Tails".
Send your memorial or honorary donation to:
NCHS, 2300 Ramona Road, Atascadero, CA 93422.
Please include your telephone number or e-mail address in case we have questions, and a name and address if you wish an acknowledgement to be sent.
| In Memory of People | In Honor of People |
| In Memory of an Animal | In Honor of an Animal |
IN MEMORY OF PEOPLE
In memory of long time shelter supporter, Vivian Eddy, from Sandy Rakestraw
In memory of Marie Bauer from Candice Lusk.
In memory of long time NCHS shelter supporter, Rosalie Thornton. From Sandy Rakestraw
In memory of Bill Couch, from Sandy Rakestraw.
In loving memory of Betty Buttrum. From her brother, Terry Brown.
In memory of Dee McLaughlin. Dee and her husband Jack have been supporters of NCHS for many years and for several years, Dee has been a Guardian Angel. Jack recently told us that he will be continuing on with Dee's Guardian Angel donations. Our heartfelt thanks to you Jack for continuing on with Dee's donations. From The Board of Directors, Staff, and most importantly, all the kitties of NCHS.
In memory of June Roberts. From Barbara Allender.
In memory of Roger Stanley, from Roy Payne
In memory of Kat Richards and her beloved cat Annie from David and Pat Richards
In memory of Don Osborne, from Terence and Nancy Tweedie.
In memory of Rich Taylor's Dad, from Karla Murray
In memory of Gertrude Gourgas, from Karla Murray
In memory of Cherie Lynn Roberts from Laurene Kuczwara.
In memory of Roy Hirsch, husband of Norma Hirsch, from Betty King.
In memory of Cheryl Roberts, from Leslie Cunningham.
In memory of "Cherie" Roberts, from Laura McNamara.
In memory of Cheryl Roberts, from Am Pac Engineering
In loving memory of George Murray, father of Karla Murray, from Maddy Nager and Richard Taylor.
In memory of Cheryl Roberts, from Jackie Crane and Bob Spurgeon.
In memory of our dear friend Cheryl Roberts. She will be greatly missed by her friends, co-workers and all the cats she dearly loved. From Rod and Wendy Hallin
In memory of Cheryl Roberts, from Robbin Peterson.
In memory of Corey Rubbo, from Joan Muir and Dick Shelby.
In memory of Lib Walti, from Charlotte Bryant.
In memory of my friend Kay McKay, from Letha Musgrave.
In memory of Muriel Adams, from Jean Nelson and Jean's Boarding Home.
In memory of Mr. Charles Turner, a very nice man for whom we delivered his meals, and his dog a bone. We will miss him. From Paul and Anna Hohman.
In memory of Berenice Kelley, long time North County resident and lifelong animal lover and caregiver. From her daughter, Clia Fuller.
In memory of Bobbie Healey from Betty and Richard Gibbs.
In memory of Janet Nielsen, from DeCou Lumber Co.
In memory of Joe Furgel - Our beloved husband, father, and grandfather. He was a lover of all animals. Now, he and the many pet companions who have passed before him, can be together forever. With our love, Mary, Jan, Jeb and his buddies Panda and Lily.
In memory of Joe Furgel, father of Jan Jones. From Ken and Darlene Kellett.
In memory of Joe Furgel, Jan Jones's Dad. From Sandy Rakestraw.
In loving memory of Joe Furgel - A wonderful friend
Daphne Fahsing
In loving memory of Joe Furgel - wonderful friend of the animals and very SPECIAL friend of NCHS; and in honor of his wife Mary Furgel, daughter Jan Jones and grandson Jeb Jones. Kayce Daniels and all the four legged furries at the shelter.
In memory of Joe Furgel and in honor of his family; his friendship, kindness and generosity in helping people and the animals made him even more special to all who had the chance to know him. Bob and Janita Baker.
In memory of Paul Wildi, from Mr. and Mrs. George Koch
In loving memory of my Dad, Paul Wildi, from your kitty Miles. I'm in a good and loving home with Maddy and Rich.
In memory of Anne Papworth, dear friend of Julie Fugate, from Julie's Mom - Cynthia McCrystal.
In memory of Richard Lee Sims, Jr. from Gary A. Davis and Bobbie Kay Davis
In memory of Alice Fay Branin, from Roberta, Geri, Darlene, Goldie, and Carol.
In memory of Ricky Sims, Jr. from Thomas & Peggy O'Malley.
In memory of Ricky Sims, Jr. from Marcia & Tommy Torgerson.
In memory of Betty Smith, from Ruth Rentschler-Sheffer.
In memory of Betty Smith from The Alumni of North County Newcomers.
In memory of Ricky L.Sims, Jr. from Decou Lumber.
In memory of Ricky Lee Sims from Bill and Laverne Poole.
In memory of Jody Gianinni from The Strasser Family.
In memory of Kathryn Lamb from Keith and Juanita Fry.
In honor of Kathryn Lamb from Mary N. Parker.
In memory of Ellie Garcia from Gale Semon.
In memory of Janet Milovich, daughter of John and Milena Milovich, from Sheri Niklanovich.
In memory of Ellie Garcia from the Atascadero Democratic Club.
In memory of Ellie Garcia from Lee Morgan.
In memory of Ellie Garcia from Doris Williams for the Country Cats Rescue Fund.
In memory of Ellie Garcia from Doris Williams for the Spay/Neuter fund.
In memory of Alice Remmey from her daughter Kay Rinaldi for the "Country Cats Feral Rescue".
In memory of Margot Kemph from Terry-Ann Reid.
In memory of Ellie Garcia, from Daphne Fahsing, David McKaig and Janette Doherty-McKaig, and Jocelyn Doherty.
In memory of Ellie Garcia from Norma Hirsch.
In memory of Ellie Garcia from Oda Ferguson.
In memory of Charlotte Harris from Marna Christopher.
In loving memory of shelter kitties Delilah and Sassy from the shelter staff.
In loving memory of Missy. She lived so many years without "4 walls and a roof" as she chose to, but who touched so many in the short time she was in the shelter. Love from Sandy, the shelter staff, and the volunteers.
In loving memory of our long time "dome" resident kitty, Tony the Tiger. From the Shelter Staff.
In memory of Dorrie, beloved kitty of Cathy and Joe LiGregni. From Denise Milardo.
In loving memory of shelter kitty, Tuffer, from the shelter Staff.
In loving memory of shelter kitties: Sebastian, Chinny, and Darla. From the shelter Staff.
In loving memory of Laddie. Beloved dog of Ellen Cline.Laddie and his sister, Gretchen, "Run Together Again". From Donna Halliday.
In memory of Kayce's friend, Ricky "You loved everyone and they loved you back". From Bob and Janita.
In memory of Ariel, much loved 19 year old kitty companion to Ben and Becky Seymour. From: Bob and Janita
In loving memory of shelter kitty, Sunny. From the shelter staff.
In memory of Henry, beloved feline companion of Ruth VonDollen. From Rob, Angela, Khylah McKee and their feline and canine family.
In loving memory of my kitty, Sheba. From Kimberly Mancebo.
In loving memory of my kitty companion Uncle Buck. From: Lonna Nielsen.
In memory of NCHS shelter kitties, Holly and Joy. From Robbin Peterson.
In loving memory of our shelter kitty, Lola. From the Shelter Staff.
In memory of Kayce Daniels' kitty- Randy. From his siblings, Rae and Elliot Wells.
In loving memory of Milo, beloved kitty of Debbie Noel. From her sister Linda Noel.
In loving memory of our shelter kitty Opal, from the shelter staff.
In loving memory of long time shelter kitty, Joy Noel, from the shelter staff.
In memory of Uma, beloved feline friend and companion to Karen and Sue. From Bob and Janita Baker
In memory of Pozo, beloved kitty of Nancy and Doug Taber. From Sandy Rakestraw
In memory of Joey, beloved kitty of Jan and Patrick Lynch. From Sandy Rakestraw.
In memory of our family: Deacon, Traveler, Cheyanne, Buster, Lucy, Mack, Calvin, Callie, Rusty, Oreo, Polly, Tippy, Taylor, Venus, and Ebony. The warm love that you shared with us will remain in our hearts forever. I know that someday we will meet again. From Debbie Royal and David Van Nostran.
In loving memory of Mr. Yoda , my faithful loving lavendar-point Himalayan companion - From Jean Gress-Gordon.
In loving memory of our shelter kitties Marilyn and Dawn. From the shelter staff.
In loving memory of our shelter kitties: Poi, Toby, Holly-Go-Lightly. The Shelter Staff
In loving memory of Touro. You survived so very much. The Shelter Staff
Patrick and I do not know how we will ever get up for breakfast on time or how we will know when the cat dishes need more food.....that was Joey's responsibility for the past 11 years!! We now have to do it on our own. He left us at 4:16pm today and is now over the Rainbow Bridge with the other Lynch family felines & cannines!! What a great kitty. Jan & Patrick Lynch
In loving memory of shelter kitty, Sunset. From Robbin Peterson.
In loving memory of our shelter kitties - Sunset, Elton, and Asha. From the Shelter Staff
In memory of Wyatt, beloved kitty of Craig and Dana Ainsworth. From Sandy Rakestraw.
In loving memory of Kayce's Randy. I'll miss your help with our phone conversations. From Janita Baker.
In loving memory of our long time shelter kitties- Edith, Pumpkin, and Harry Valentino. From the shelter Staff.
In loving memory of Sarah, 19 year old kitty companion to Don and Dorothy Orr. From Adeline and Charles Chapman.
In loving memory of Winnie, beloved dog companion of Bob and Marleta Garner. Our 4-footed friends live forever in our hearts. Memories of Winnie will always bring a smile". From Mary A. Walker.
In loving memory of our shelter kitty, Maxwell Cole.
In loving memory of our shelter kitties Smoke and Kelley.
In loving memory of our shelter kittens Posh and Veronica.
In loving memory of our shelter kitties Miso and Sam. From the Shelter Staff
In loving memory of Ryly special friend of Bob and Janita Baker, from Diane Tate.
In loving memory of our shelter kitty Suzy
In loving memory of our long time shelter kitty, Trooper.
In loving memory of shelter kitty, Jasmine
In memory of Ryly, good friend of Bob and Janita Baker. From Kristie, Rae, and Elliot Wells.
In memory of my godkitty Tally, the sweetest calico in all of catdom, and special companion to Jackie and Diane. From Janita Baker.
In loving memory of shelter kitties Princeton, Hercules, and Picalo.
In memory of Yoda - beloved Papillon of Lauren and Danny Nagle. From Sandy Rakestraw.
In memory of our much loved shelter kitties- Rosie, Bianca, and Giblet.
In memory of the wonderful Thumper - much loved companion and friend to Amanda, Jennifer, and Sarah.
In memory of Janita and Bob Baker's dignified Viking, Ryly. Love, Jen, Sarah, and Amanda
In loving memory of shelter kitty, Annie.
In loving memory of our shelter kitty Sylvia. We will forever miss your morning greeting in the office and how you loved being the furry "backrest". Love , the shelter staff.
In loving memory of our shelter kitties - Skipper, the dapper security guard and Meja, the fight control expert. Also, in loving memory of our dome" barking" kitty, Tillie. We will miss you and all of your special attributes.
In loving memory of our shelter kitties, Meja and Jack. From the shelter staff.
In memory of Aja, beloved canine companion of Daphne Fahsing. From Corrina and Jon
In memory of Jake, special kitty of Denise Milardo. From Sandy Rakestraw.
In memory of Priscilla, 22 year companion of Bob and Coral Malpede. From Bob and Janita Baker.
In loving memory of our shelter kitties, Willow, Dory, and Twinie.
In loving memory of our shelter kitty, Scout.
In loving memory of my beautiful Aussie dog, "Butch" - what a great 16 1/2 years. From: Kathi McEwan
In loving memory of "One-Ear", tragically slipped away from us from tainted food. He will be sorely missed by his owners Rich and Kristy Martin and pet sitter, Kathi McEwan
In honor and in memory to all the special dogs and cats everywhere that have become ill or passed away due to this unnecessary tainted food tragedy. From Kathi McEwan.
In memory of Kayce's " Woody" and his gentle spirit, composure,kindness and "guidance" - I will miss you my friend. From Janita Baker.
In memory of Kayce's "Teddy" - thank you for always being there and for being so beautiful in all you feline grace. From Janita Baker.
In memory of Dusty, beloved canine companion of John and Joyce Jones of Hereford Arizona. From John and Joyce Jones.
My dearest B.J. - thank you for 7 wonderful years, you only made my life better 02/17/07
My Woody - 18 years of my "gently giant" was not nearly enough. Thank you for sharing your life with me. 03/04/07
Teddy (Mr. T) - My small puma-faced wonder. You delighted me all of your 18 years, and will continue to light my life and brighten my dreams. There is an empty space beside me. 03/04/07.
I thank all of you for allowing me into your lives.--Kayce Daniels
In memory of Peaches. Beloved kitty companion of Doris Bryant. From Priscilla and Daryl Herzog.
In loving memory of shelter kitty, Jamie.
In honor and memory of my kitties:
Patches, my only calico girl, a feral, who gave me 15 years of watching her from a distance. I will miss her 'cat and mouse' games she played with me.
Bogie - my elderly Scottish Fold who constantly reminded me of a sea otter. He was left at my gate with a large head wound, and after he recovered, I discovered just how wonderful, sweet and gentle the Scottish Folds are
Emmet - Whom I will miss dearly and will always feel his presence in my arms and his gentle 'head pushes' against my cheek
Amy - my Pure Prairie League kitty who lent me 17 years of her life and brought boundless energy and joy into my life and the lives of everyone who knew her.
I will miss them and cherish their memory forever--Kayce Daniels
In loving memory of shelter kitties and sisters Apple and Cheese. May you play happily (with many plastic spoons) in your next life together. The shelter staff.
In loving memory of shelter kitty- Beamer. From the shelter staff
In loving memory of our shelter kitty Harley. We miss your pretty little face.
In loving memory of Amy and in honor of her "parents" Evan and Kayce. From Janita Baker.
In memory of Ricky. Faithful dog companion of Katie Freeman. From Maddy Nager.
In loving memory of Kayce's kitties, Bogie and Emmett. From Janita Baker.
In loving memory of shelter kitties Pooker and Jezabel.
In loving memory of Walter canine companion of Holly Cooper, from Denise Milardo.
In loving memory of their beloved four-legged little boy Charlie, a silky terrier, whom they adopted from Woods Humane Society over 16 years ago. From Doug and Debbie Mitchell.
In loving memory of Trixie, much loved dog of Steve and Lisa Bradley. From Doug and Debbie Mitchell
In loving memory of our sweet shelter kitty, Dory.
In loving memory of Miss Kitty who took "her last journey" in 2006. "Miss Kitty" was adopted from NCHS by Lee Morgan in 1995 who made a special trip from Santa Rosa to Atascadero to adopt her. From, Lee Morgan. (Lee Morgan was a past president of NCHS and is a lifetime member).
In loving memory of our kitty Maggie- Knowing that Love never dies, from Kathy and Chris Myers.
In memory of Tippy - From Sandy Rakestraw.
In loving memory of Perry. Beloved dog companion of Norma Hirsch. From Betty King.
In loving memory of Samson, from Connie Petersen.
In loving memory of Josiah, he's in a better place now. From Kayla Lien.
In loving memory of our wonderful shelter kitties, Bonz and Biggie.
Today we said goodbye to one of our very special lady cats, Panda. The shelter just won't be the same without her pretty little black and white face. We love and miss our "Panda Bear". The staff of NCHS.
In memory of our shelter kitty Poppy.
Holiday donation in the memory of our companion cat of 16 years, Patches. From Catharine Young and Katharine Barthels.
In loving memory of our shelter kitty Josiah, and in honor of his guardian angel Mom, Vicky.
In loving memory of our dome shelter kitty, Red Bob. He survived through so much.
In loving memory of our shelter kitty, Chang. May he enjoy his freedom and be with his Mom forever now.
In loving memory of our shelter kitten, Pumpkin.
In memory of Hochee, the beautiful Snowshoe Siamese from our shelter on Traffic way, who brought so much joy to his parents, Cathy and Joe LiGregni. From Denise Milardo.
In memory of Elliott, loving and faithful companion of Lynn and Paul Carson, from Denise Milardo.
In loving memory of Bear, just one of TC Flynn's many special kitties. He touched all of our lives and will be truly missed. What a "Grand Gentleman" he was. From the NCHS Staff
In memory of Pepper, special companion of Jan and Patrick Lynch, from Denise Milardo.
In loving memory of our dome shelter kitty, Edna.
In loving memory of Mr. Blackie and Mildred Evelyn, beloved companions of Donna Van Matre, from Paul and Mary Ann Hess.
In memory of shelter cat Timmy and in loving memory of my 21 year old Mister - From Jackie Ogden
In memory of Cooper, a dog that was a loved family member for 14 years. He was the "son" of John and Susan Armstrong. From Priscilla and Daryl Herzog.
In loving memory of shelter kitty Tiki.
In loving memory of shelter kitten, Pudge.
In loving memory of Timmy, from Phyllis Frank
In memory of Timmy, from Sandy Rakestraw.
In loving memory of Timmy, from Corrina Jones.
In loving memory of Buddy, faithful dog companion to Daphne fahsing. Love from Corrina and Jon
In loving memory of shelter kitty, William.
In loving memory of our shelter kitty Brat.
In loving memory of our shelter kitty, Chester.
In memory of Sami & her sisters - Sara, Dusty and Funny Face. From Patricia Walter
In loving memory of Gretchen, sweet dog of Ellen Cline. From Donna Halliday.
In loving memory of our shelter kitties, Garnet and Sandy.
In loving memory of our shelter kitty, St. Elmo, a fine gentleman, and in honor of Jane Smith who lovingly made a home for him.
In memory of Sketchers - June 19th 2006- With your folded ears and your white tennis shoes, you walked into my life from the streets of L.A. You were abandoned by your people who moved and left you behind. All you asked was for a little food and a lot of love. When you came home 'to the country' with me you were so happy. I will miss you always - your mom, Kayce.
In memory of Princess, sweet kitty companion of Daphne Fahsing. Her unassuming and delicate presence will be missed. Love, Corrina.
In loving memory of Hiiya, our gentleman shelter kitty.
My Tribute to Gremlin
Recently my Gremlin cat passed away ater being in my family for eighteen years. she was an aloof kitty, but she would drape herself around my shoulders and demand a chin scratching whenever I laid down for a nap. Her tiny purr echos in my home.
John Cox
In memory of Miss Kitty, long time companion of Lee Morgan. From Sandy Rakestraw.
In loving memory of Klyde fostered shelter kitty, and in honor of his foster parents, Mike and Deb Dill.
In memory and in honor of Klyde and thank you to the shelter staff for all their hard work in caring for the animals. From Mike and Deb Dill.
In loving memory of Smokey Joe, from Bob and Janita
In memory of Murphy, from Bob and Janita
In memory of Matt, much loved companion of Karla Allen
In memory of Pinto, from Doug and Ruth ShefferIn loving memory of Marcelle, one of the "ARC" kitties. From the Shelter staff.
All of our Shelter cats are so very special - today our hearts are especially sad as we say goodbye to Buster, Smokey Joe, and Nikkie.
In memory of Kitty, beloved, sweet, long lived kitty of Lesli Lawrence. From Lise Posson
In loving memory of Mama - head resident of the Dome Shelter's kitchen and Mom to Winkie and Snickers.
In loving memory of shelter kitty, Rose
In loving memory of Willie Lynch, who brought so much joy to his parents, Patrick and Jan. From Denise Milardo.
In memory of shelter kitty, Helena.
In loving memory of Shanti, from Bob and Betty Huot.
In memory of Scooter Bob Lynch, a courageous cat - from Martha Pedersen.
In memory Toby, much loved dog of Luke and Jasmine Armstrong - from Priscilla and Daryl Herzog
In loving memory of Jimmy Rose, our shelter kitty.
In memory of Willie and Scooter from Jan and Patrick Lynch.
To Jan and Patrick Lynch: In memory of Scooter - "We know you are running on all four legs now" From Denise Milardo.
In honor of Marleta Garner's Birthday! Happy Birthday from Kristy Wilson. ( Kristy became a new member of NCHS in honor of Marleta!- Thank You Kristy!)
In honor of Sandy Rakestraw's Birthday, from Kate Klein
With love to my "MTS" Janita, from Maddie MacNeil
To thank and honor Kayce Daniels for entrusting Ryly to our care thirteen years ago. From Bob and Janita
In honor of Laurie Zohns, from Pam Weaver.
In appreciation and gratitude for Jon Iverson's patience and help with NCHS's new website. Thank You! Janita
In celebration of the marriage of Geri Brasher and Rob Phemister - from Peggy and Kim Deering.
In celebration of the marriage of Geri Brasher and Rob Phemister, from Stephen La Salle and Barbara Schoenike
In honor of the marriage of Geri Brasher and Rob Phemister, from Virginia Bieber
In honor of the marriage of Geri Brasher and Rob Phemister, from Dave and Georgie Arnold
In honor of Hallie McMasters - From all the kitties she cares for so well.
In honor of Doug and Nancy Taber, from James Constant.
In Honor of Dorothy M. Harper and Family, from Lloyd D. Brown.
In honor of Keith Hodges and Whiskey, from Marlene Hodges- Earl and Family.
In honor of Susan Schuetze from her sister-in-law, Marianne Shumaker.
In honor of Janita and Bob Baker, from Sue Proudfoot
Donation in honor of Jeff Hunt, from Danielle White.
In honor of Louise Hamm's Birthday from Dorreene Gilmore.
In honor of Doug and Nancy Taber. Love from Jim and Alison.
In honor of Anita Rouse - "Thank you for all the good you do" , from Michele Gorey.
In honor of Sue Linsley's Birthday - from Marcia, Lynn, Lorene, and Nancy.
In honor of Kayce, Renee and Jan, with thanks for all they do, far above and beyond the call of duty, to care for the shelter and its kitties. From Janita Baker
In honor of Sandy Rakestraw for her Birthday! From Kate Klein.
In honor of Kayce Daniels and Dr. Sharon Klintworth for their friendship and support. From Janita.
In honor of Polly Mertens from Brent Cavender.
In honor of Kris Penick, "For all the hard work she does for all of us" from Turn Key Real Estate Management Services.
In honor of Sandy Rakestraw's birthday! From Steve and Kate Klein.
In honor of Phyllis Koteen, from Peggy Koteen.
In honor of Daphne Fahsing, who turns 80 years old August 2nd!!! from Corrina Jones and Jon Iverson.
In honor of the marriage of Sara and Zach Bollinger—a wedding gift from Edie Griffin-Shaw.
IN HONOR OF AN ANIMAL COMPANION
In honor of Queenie, with sincere gratitude for hte care NCHS gives to the kitties. From Irene Annoni.
In honor of Brandy, companion of Bonnie Dave and Michele Dukes, from Jamie Lewis.
In honor of Emma, devoted feline friend of Henry Koren. From Nancy Koren.
In honor of Holly, a beautiful dog and the loving friend and companion of Joan Powell. From Betty King
In honor of Grippers, devoted doggie companion of Nancy Koren-Bassman. From Alma Barnett.
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