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| Colleen always brought lots of smiles and laughter to our special events (Putting for Paws 2012). She will be missed at all of our events. |
We are deeply saddened
to announce that our beloved board member and friend, Colleen Butler, passed
away on Friday, November 23, 2012. In
this difficult time, we extend our condolences to her two sons and grandson. Our hearts reach out to yours, with love,
with sympathy, with caring, as we are all thinking of you at this difficult
time.
Colleen was our long-time
In-Sync Exotics supporter, collaborator, volunteer, and board director
responsible for Donor Relations.
Colleen loved the big
cats, especially tigers, since she was a young child. To the chagrin of her family, Colleen would
bring home abandoned or injured wild animals, with the hopes of mending their
broken bodies and hearts. Colleen
dreamed of the day when she could care for tigers. Little did she know that her dreams would
come true when she joined In-Sync Exotics in December 2009.
Colleen not only helped
care for the cats, she also took it upon herself to learn how to prepare meals
in the commissary, assist guests in the visitor center, and give guided tours
to people wanting to learn more about our beautiful animals.
Colleen’s passion and
energy, serving as a friend and mentor, enriched and improved all of our lives.
Our sanctuary is immeasurably better because of her and we miss her very much. Colleen told us once that living in harmony
with God’s most magnificent creations was what she considers heaven on
earth. We are comforted in knowing that
while Colleen may not be physically with us, she is keeping watch over us from
Heaven above.
Colleen, may you find
peace and comfort as you walk with our Lord.
You were a true giver who infused everyone around with love and
laughter. In-Sync Exotics will never be
the same without you.
As soon as we learn the
details of Colleen’s memorial service, we will pass the information on to
you. In the meantime, the family is
asking that memorial gifts be sent to In-Sync Exotics in honor of her favorite
cats, the tigers. Click HERE for our
donation page if you would like to leave a gift in Colleen's name. In the remarks section,
please indicate that the gift is “In Memory of Colleen.” Thank you.
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Just donated for Colleen. In the very short amount of time that i knew her she was one of the sweetest people i have ever met. My condolences go out to her family, her sons and grandson, as well as her In-sync family. ~Shawna M.
ReplyDeleteI will miss you Colleen. God's speed. You were one of the best people I have had the pleasure to know. Thank you do much for all your help at In-Sync. All my sympathies and condolences to Colleen's family. Good bye my friend.
ReplyDeleteColleen you will be missed, especially on Monday nights.
ReplyDeleteWhen you get to where you are going please give Keenan, Grumpy, Okeemo, Howard, Kane, Malikai, Dinari, Raja and the rest of the crew hugs for us.
God Speed and God Bless.
Thank you Colleen for all of your help.
Colleen was such a joy to be around--always had the best smile on her face. She will be missed by cats and humans alike. Prayers and condolences to her entire family. Sue & Lou
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