r/TuxedoCats 11d ago

๐ŸŒˆ MEMORIAL / MOURNING ๐Ÿ•Š๏ธ Lost my best friend of 19 years on Sunday, it still doesnโ€™t feel real. I thought he would live forever. He was with me through some of the worst days of my life and was with my family through their toughest days. He was truly a gift from God. Rest in Peace Mr. Jinx๐Ÿ’”

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u/Makanilani 11d ago

I'm sure he would have stayed forever if he could, I hope you get through it and keep opening your heart!

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u/TheQueenBacon 11d ago

So sorry for your loss. You gained an amazing guardian angel who will always be by your side

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u/BriefPhone 11d ago

Such a handsome sweet Prince. Rest well until we meet again ๐ŸŒˆ

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u/AFundieSaysWhat 11d ago

Mr. Jinx lives inside you. I know OP that it hurts so very, very bad, and it does because you loved him unconditionally. Being able to love that way is a gift, and he loved you the same way. Be extra gentle, patient, and kind to yourself.โค

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u/eatadique 11d ago

You and your family gave him a wonderful and full life ๐Ÿค๐ŸŒˆ

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u/gr717 11d ago

Rip Mr. Jinx. You gave him the best life he could ask for and 19 years is a long time to have a cat. I know it never feels long enough though. Cherish your good memories of him and he will be with you in spirit always.

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u/socialmediaignorant 11d ago

I lost my soul cat after 19 1/2 years a few years back, and I still miss her. But I can remember her now without pain. I hope you can find peace in his memory and that you gave him more love than most creatures ever feel.

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u/guavaempanada 11d ago

what a sweet boy. I know how hard it is to lose a beloved companion. your feelings are valid, and just take one day at a time to heal. โ™ฅ๏ธ

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u/SabrinaSaysHey 11d ago

I am so sorry for your loss. I know itโ€™s heavy. I encourage you to hold on tight to the good moments. Those donโ€™t ever have to leave you โค๏ธ

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u/Fransween 11d ago

๐Ÿฉท

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u/sushirollsyummy 11d ago

Iโ€™m sorry :(

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u/dannydevitossmile 11d ago

Awww my cat that passed last year was named Jinxy! Rest in peace Mr Jinx ๐Ÿ’•

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u/Glittering_Buyer8247 11d ago

Rip sweet Mr.Jinx you are loved and will be missed โค๏ธ.

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u/Ersatz8 11d ago

Iโ€™m so sorry OP.I hope heโ€™s having the best fun with my two tuxedos I lost recently.

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u/quietone_cc 11d ago

So sorry for the loss of your beautiful boy, Mr. Jinx :(

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u/GGGLEN247 11d ago

big hugs from the felines in my clan!

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u/brockclan216 11d ago

I am so sorry for the loss of your best friend. I wish there was something we could say or do to help ease your pain. We are here for you ๐Ÿซถ๐Ÿซ‚โค๏ธโ€๐Ÿฉน

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u/Lucyspal 11d ago

What a beautiful soul- he will always be in your heartโค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธ

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u/Radiant_Gas_4642 11d ago

He was stunning! Love a long haired tux!!

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u/eucldian 11d ago

We never have them forever. I am sorry for your loss. Mine is at 18 and I cherish every day

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u/eucldian 11d ago

Sometimes he just shuts down

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u/Dontfeedthebears 11d ago

Rest in peace, sweet boy. OP, he knows you love him.

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u/No_Illustrator4398 11d ago

Looks like he was an excellent boi

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u/IHateOnions8 11d ago

Iโ€™m sorry for your loss.

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u/murderhornet1965 11d ago

I am so sorry

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u/Appropriate-Door1369 11d ago

So sorry for your loss

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u/Unknown_tina 11d ago

Wow, that kitten was the same age as me. I guess you and your family took really good care of him and loved him a lot. I hope you and Mr. Jinx meet again at the end of the rainbow someday ๐ŸŒˆ๐Ÿ™โœจ

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u/JustMechanic4933 11d ago

โ™ฅ๏ธ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿ’”๐Ÿ’”๐Ÿ’”๐Ÿพโ™ฅ๏ธ

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u/Pharmasapien 11d ago

Grief is love with nowhere to go. It hurts. Badly. I've had to mourn the loss of family members and pets. You'll always think of them. They'll never leave you as long as you keep their memory alive. Time will partially heal the wound but you'll never forget, and you'll always love him.

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u/Hopeforus1402 11d ago

I wish he could have stayed forever. Iโ€™m sorry he couldnโ€™t.

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u/Hazey92 11d ago

So sorry about your loss! I know itโ€™s a lot easier said than done but try to focus on the fact you managed to give him an amazing life for 19 years!

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u/HoboMan1998 11d ago

Thank you everyone for the support and kind words, it means so much to me.๐Ÿฅน

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u/Flat_Definition5238 11d ago

I had a 21 year old cat that died when I was 19 named jinx ๐Ÿ’— maybe they're hanging out together. Sorry for your loss.

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u/Gator1436 10d ago

I feel your pain. A little over a year ago I Lost my cat of 14 years. BOB

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u/Anna_Lemming 10d ago

Awww. What a doll. I'm sorry, OP. Losing a kitty BF is the WORST. Especially when they grace us with their presence for such a long time.

๐ŸŒˆ โค๏ธ

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u/Mothertocats16 11d ago

Sincere condolences ๐Ÿ˜”โค๏ธโ€๐Ÿฉน๐Ÿซ‚

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u/WaitOdd3072 11d ago

He was so handsome. So sorry for your loss ๐Ÿ’”

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u/253KL 11d ago

They never leave his spirit will watch over you for the rest of your days

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u/Footshark 11d ago

He couldn't live forever, and you probably knew that. But that doesn't change the want. Though you are now alone on your walk, remember the strength he gave you. You can do it, and one day, maybe you'll be ok. But just take it one day at a time for now.

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u/bcliffy84 11d ago

๐Ÿ–ค๐Ÿค๐Ÿ™

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u/lisawl7tr 11d ago

๐Ÿ’”๐Ÿซ‚๐Ÿ’”

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u/MadMadamMimsy 11d ago

Beautiful til the end.

I'm sorry you lost your dear friend. Nineteen years! That's an incredibly long time...yet not long enough.

He will live in your heart forever. I know because I carry my friends there.

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u/Life_Consequence_676 11d ago

He looks so wise and understanding. What a handsome and sweet friend. I'm so sorry for your loss.

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u/SLOCALGirl 11d ago

So sorry to hear this!! 19 years!! โ™ฅ๏ธ Cats are the best and really do help us through life. The very handsome, Mr. Jinx is a great example of this! I hope your wonderful memories comfort you! ๐ŸŒˆ๐Ÿ’”๐ŸŒน๐Ÿ˜บ

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u/No-Membership3214 11d ago

Rest easy Mr Jinx. ๐Ÿ˜ป๐Ÿ˜ป๐Ÿ˜ป๐ŸŒˆ๐ŸŒˆ๐ŸŒˆ๐Ÿ’”๐Ÿ’”๐Ÿ’”

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u/Understanding18 11d ago

Iโ€™m so sorry for your loss. I would like for you to know that you will be reunited with him again. May God bless you and be with you during your time of sorrow.

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u/shessolovely 11d ago

Iโ€™m so sorry. He looks like my Roosevelt who died almost a year ago. Grief is not linear; it will get easier over time, but the hole in your heart will never fully close. Rest in peace Mr. Jinx!

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u/JustMechanic4933 11d ago

Love the sweet boys. Always๐Ÿพโ™ฅ๏ธ๐Ÿพ

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u/Zealousideal_Mix8092 11d ago

Handsome boy, im so sorry you had to say goodbye โค๏ธโ€๐Ÿฉน

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u/Unique-Car1084 11d ago

So sorry for your loss. He looked so cute. I am sure he had a wonderful life with you

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u/TweetOfBabyBear 11d ago

Wish you & Jinx the best.

Sounds like he was close to you.

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u/evieemooo 11d ago

Just remember that you guys were there for his whole life and Iโ€™m sure he felt so loved til his last moment. Wishing you the best<3

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u/ConsciousCrafts 11d ago

Aw the tuxedo with the gooey eyes. Just like mine. ๐Ÿฅน

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u/theycallmeMrPotter 11d ago

He will protect you forever in this world and the next. What kind of food did you feed him? I want mine to live forever too.

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u/KittenCatlady23 11d ago

Iโ€™m So sorry! ๐Ÿ˜ข

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u/qabeel99 11d ago

Safest travels, Mr Jinx! โค๏ธ๐ŸŒˆ

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u/ArnoldZiffleJr 11d ago

๐Ÿ˜ข๐Ÿ™๐Ÿฟ

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u/StrawberryNo8723 11d ago

The biggest hug your way, OP. Rest in peace sweet boy ๐Ÿ•Š๏ธ๐ŸŒˆโค๏ธ

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u/vampireshorty 11d ago

Rest peacefully while you wait for your human Jinx. You will always be loved ๐Ÿ’œ

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u/AdAccomplished3670 11d ago

โค๏ธ

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u/Szafman 11d ago

Held mine as she crossed, worst day of my life . Suddenly I have another one, just like her. It gets better.

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u/Calm_BlackCat 11d ago

Iโ€™m so sorry. ๐Ÿ˜ž Rest in peace precious ๐ŸŒˆ๐Ÿˆโ€โฌ›โœจ

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u/Thirsty30Something 11d ago

Rest is preciousness, Mr. Jinx. You will be missed. โค๏ธ

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u/[deleted] 11d ago

Sorry for your loss

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u/squeakpixie 11d ago

May his memory be a blessing. Pets are such gifts and we get to be with them for what feels like too short of a time. He was beautiful and so loved.

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u/Subject-Direction628 11d ago

Aww. Iโ€™m so sorry

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u/mob1wan 11d ago

I also lost a longtime feline friend (of 16 years) on Sunday. The last weeks with him were not easy, but I still canโ€™t believe heโ€™s gone. My house will never feel the same, Iโ€™m afraid. RIP to both our boys.

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u/otterthetardigrade 11d ago

โค๏ธ RIP baby. Heโ€™ll be having many tasty treats up in the clouds where heโ€™ll wait for you!

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u/mkflan77 11d ago

Condolences on your loss!!

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u/msornberger 11d ago

โค๏ธ

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u/-happycow- 11d ago

Good boy. He is in kitty heaven now, and happy for all the time you spent together. Good job keeping him safe all this time OP

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u/Far_Out_6and_2 11d ago

Really sorry for your loss

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u/Real_Might8203 11d ago

I love his old face

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u/BlackRoseWitch4869 11d ago

I'm sorry for your loss๐Ÿซ‚ I lost my boy five years ago when he was 15 and I'm still not really over it.

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u/babygoose209 11d ago

Very sorry for the passing of Mr Jinx! Such a beautiful long life! Hugs to u and your family

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u/haterskateralligator 11d ago

What a beautiful cat! Thank u for sharing him with us, wish I'd knewn him too

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u/madamechaton 11d ago

Rest easy Mr. Jinx ๐Ÿ–ค๐Ÿค

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u/Foreverseeking11 11d ago

You gave him such a wonderful and full life! Sending hugs ๐Ÿ’œ Rip Mr Jinx ๐Ÿ™

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u/Thatgirlfaithhhhh 11d ago

Iโ€™m so sorry for your loss๐Ÿ’”

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u/CthulhuCream 11d ago

RIP Good Boy Jinx

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u/pete_davidson01 11d ago

Heโ€™s just saving you a spot ๐Ÿ™

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u/PleasantGolf2651 11d ago

Rip buddy ๐Ÿ’•

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u/NoHumor6204 11d ago

Bye Jinxy ๐Ÿˆโ€โฌ›๐Ÿ˜ป๐Ÿ˜˜

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u/Psyom89 11d ago

This is the only Page that brings tears to my eyes instantly. Rest easy mr jinx :)

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u/Skinnycow13 11d ago

Iโ€™m very sorry for your loss. Heโ€™s very beautiful.

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u/acelestialgay 11d ago

Your Jinx and my Jinx could be twins. Iโ€™m so sorry OP.

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u/Lopsided-Look6263 11d ago

Sorry for your loss. He was a handsome boy . I rescued a boy when I didn't need another cat. Can't imagine my life without him now. Tuxedos are so cute. Don't know how to post a pic yet but I hope you know I hope you heal. They're plenty to adopt and give a better life to. I became a cat person after burying my first best friend. A black Lab/German shepherd mix. You will always remember them. Hope you feel better soonย 

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u/strawberrylynx 11d ago

I'm so sorry for your loss

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u/Electrical_Wallaby88 11d ago

Rest in peace Mr. jinx. Iโ€™m so sorry for your loss.

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u/fiveliterlx1990 10d ago

Such a handsome looking boy, rest in peace Mr Jinx, so sorry for your loss, my deepest condolences

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u/James_81Cm 10d ago

Peace to you and Mr. Jinx ๐ŸŒˆ๐Ÿ•Š๏ธ

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u/MandyLee77 10d ago

Sorry for the loss of Mr. Jinx... Sending hugs to you โค๏ธ

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u/toastmn7667 10d ago

Hopefully he taught you to pay it forward after he was to be gone, and be ready to become another kitty's best friend.

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u/Electrical_Health_51 10d ago

My deepest condolences ๐Ÿ’ ๐Ÿพ. You gave him a great ๐Ÿ˜Š life and had many happy moments together over the years. He will always live in your heart โค๏ธ ๐Ÿพ. Rest and play over the rainbow ๐ŸŒˆ bridge ๐ŸŒ‰ Mr Jinx. Until you see him again โค๏ธ

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u/Unhappy_Skirt5222 10d ago

So precious โ™ฅ๏ธ๐Ÿ’™โ™ฅ๏ธ๐Ÿฅน& what a blessing in your life. So sorry for your loss.

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u/stevesie_lev 10d ago

We love you, Mr. Jinx ๐Ÿ–ค๐Ÿค

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u/Shenloanne 10d ago

๐Ÿซ‚

It'll get better. Your garden will grow around your grief.

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u/ObjectiveCry416 10d ago

Truly an Angel . Sorry for your loss

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u/SuperPoodie92477 10d ago

Iโ€™m so sorry for your loss.

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u/StaarvinMarvin 10d ago

Rest easy Mr Jinx. I know youโ€™ll be great mates with my boy Moe up there.

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u/NYC_Bound461 9d ago

Very sorry for the loss of your beloved fur baby. ๐Ÿ˜ฟ They never stay long enough for their human companions, and they leave deep paw prints on our hearts. RIP Mr. Jinx, may you now run freely and unencumbered at the Rainbow Bridge.

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u/StatisticianFun1657 8d ago

Fly high sweet Mr. Jinx โค๏ธ

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u/Beeboop007 6d ago

Awww big hugs. Losing a loved one is so painful. Iโ€™m sorry for the pain you are going through. Heaven is real and one day you two will be reunited. Remember the time you shared with him. He still loves you and always will. May you find peace . โค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธ