R.I.P. Buddy

On May 30, 2006 at 10:30pm, Butterscotch Caramel Shaloum passed away. The white and beige Maine Coon was 18 years old and had resided at the Shaloum's for almost his entire life. Mother, Eileen, brought Butterscotch home just a kitten after discovering some boys picking on him outside the tennis courts. He lived in the garage while the family discussed what to do with him and before he got his shots. For a short while, Butterscotch enjoyed the company of Smokey Robinson Shaloum, a dark and short-haired Tabby, before Smokey chose to run away from the comforts of home. Buddy, as he was so lovingly nick-named, became the hero that day as he chose to remain loyal to the family who loved and supported him. Months turned into years and Buddy became rather large. He had grown to a full-sized cat and the Shaloums could not have a more cuddly pet. During his long life, Buddy was loved and doted upon and never wanted for anything...except, of course, his favorite treat, Pounce! From 2004-2005, the Shaloums anticipated the passing of Buddy several times, but he always bounced back, earning him the title of Wonder Cat! Butterscotch is survived by "mother" Eileen, "father" Al, and "sisters" Tami and Allison.