A HUGE THANK YOU!!!!
Today, all the costs to run the rescue were officially paid for by Jack Hall! Villalobos, and the pit bulls of Villalobos thank you, from the bottom of our hearts!
Derek Short-Wilson
Passed away on November 29th 2009.
Derek was an awesome guy. He was smart, loving and compassionate and helped anyone in need. He was loved by family and friends. He grew up with Pit Bulls.
Derek has followed your show and Villalobos and any donations anyone would like to make in his honor would be greatly appreciated. Derek knew how much this beautiful breed of dog was misunderstood
Thank you,
from his loving family
Sgt. Jordan Shay
SHAY, Sgt. Jordan Michael Age 22 formerly of Amesbury died Sept. 2, 2009 from injuries sustained while on patrol in Iraq. Jordan was born April 3, 1987 in Exeter, NH, son of Holly (Foster) Shay and the late Michael Shay. Jordan graduated from Amesbury High School in 2005. He then enlisted in the U.S. Army in 2006. Jordan was a specialist who rose to the rank of Sergeant. He served in the 5th Battalion, 20th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division based in Fort Lewis, Washington. He was serving his second tour of duty and was stationed in Baqubah, Iraq. He had been deployed on this tour just last month. Jordan was a gifted writer who blogged about his experiences in Iraq. Jordan enjoyed hiking especially at Mt. Ranier in Washington, scuba diving and golfing. He was also an avid Red Sox fan. Jordan was a loving, gentle spirit who adored his girlfriend, Kelsey, family and friends. He was also devoted to his platoon brothers of 5-20 in Ft. Lewis, Washington. In addition to his mother and her companion, Richard Scuzzarella, and his beloved dog, Nora, Jordan leaves the love of his life, Kelsey Chandonnet of Amesbury. Other survivors include his grandparents: Rita Shay of Seabrook, NH, and Dave and Carol Foster of NBPT. Aunts and uncles: John Shay of Seabrook, NH, Jim Shay and Deb Waugh of Marblehead, Paul and Mary Shay of Andover, Dawn and Rick Palmer of Seabrook, NH and Heidi Foster and Stephanie Mulherin of Candia, NH. Cousins: Ricky Palmer of Seabrook and Jessica and Colleen Shay of Andover. Jordan also leaves behind two families with whom he spent lots of time and loved dearly - The Chandonnet's and the Deorocki's, both of Amesbury. He is also survived by his former stepfather Bruce Arlington of NBPT and his Platoon brothers of 5-20 who are currently serving in Iraq. Services: Family and friends are invited to calling hours, Friday September 11, 2009 from 2-8 p.m. at the Twomey, LeBlanc and Conte Funeral Home, 193 High Street, NEWBURYPORT, MA 01950. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday at 11 a.m. in Holy Family Parish-St. Joseph's Church in Amesbury, MA. In lieu of flowers donations to the following organizations would be appreciated: Pit Bull rescue organization "Villalobos Rescue Center" (P.O. Box 1544, Canyon Country CA 91386 http://www.vrcpitbull.com/) or The Wounded Warrior Project (P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675-8517 woundedwarriorproject.org)
Jordan was killed in action in Iraq on September 3 of
this year. He loved all animals but had a special fondness for pit
bulls. When we was 17 he rescued our pitbull Nora. In his Obituary
we requested that in lieu of flowers people donate to your
organization. He would have loved what you're doing. Attached are a
few pictures of Jordan and Nora.
Thank You
Holly Shay
mother of Sgt. Jordan Shay
December 2, 2009
ELLEN LOVES PIT BULLS!
We were given the opportunity of a lifetime by appearing on The Ellen Show. What a wonderful woman she is. A total dog lover. Snorky was given his special dressing room, complete with a new doggie bed and refreshments waiting for him. We were all treated like royalty but the real show stopper was Snorky himself. Ellen and her wife Portia stopped by to say "Hi" to everyone before taping and they showed their appreciation for our TV show. What an honor. And thanks to Ellen, Snorky got a home!!!
WE LOVE YOU ELLEN!!!
