Maggie Gentry
“Let Me Tell You a Story About an Old Friend of Mine”
"Maggie's Song" by Chris Stapleton
We met Maggie on what could have been the worst day of her life. During a death call for the funeral home, her owner had passed away. With no one to care for her, Maggie's future was uncertain, and she was facing euthanasia. But sometimes life gives second chances. We took her home, and what started as an act of compassion quickly became one of the greatest blessings our family would ever know.
Maggie wasn't just a dog we rescued. She became family.
She had an endless love for fetch. No matter how many times the ball was thrown, she was always ready for one more. She played with a joy that reminded everyone around her to enjoy the simple things in life.
She also spent plenty of time keeping Jingles the cat on his toes. Maggie never seemed to understand that Jingles wasn't nearly as interested in her friendship as she was in his. Their daily interactions became part of the rhythm of our home and are memories we will smile about for years to come.
But above all else, Maggie loved her mom.
Anyone who knew Maggie knew where her heart belonged. She followed her mom everywhere she could, always wanting to be near her. The bond they shared was undeniable. It was the kind of loyalty and devotion that only a dog can give, unconditional and unwavering. Being loved by Maggie was a gift, but being her person was something truly special.
Looking back, it's impossible not to see God's hand in Maggie's story. A dog who had every reason to be forgotten instead found a family who loved her completely. And a family who thought they were rescuing a dog discovered that she was rescuing pieces of them right back.
Maggie filled our home with laughter, companionship, and countless memories. She taught us about loyalty, forgiveness, and living each day with excitement. From games of fetch to quiet moments at home, from pestering Jingles to following her mom from room to room, she made every day brighter simply by being there.
Though our hearts are broken in saying goodbye, we are grateful beyond words for the time we had with her. The dog we met on one of the saddest days imaginable gave us years of happiness, comfort, and love.
Maggie was once a dog who needed saving. In the end, she became one of the most treasured parts of our family.
We will miss her deeply. We will love her always. And we will never forget the beautiful story she gave us.
"The day that I met you, I knew we had a chance."
Run free, sweet Maggie.
A bed with a black and white dog, a tabby cat curled up, and various clothing and objects on the bed and surrounding area.
A young man wearing a red shirt and black shorts sitting on a cushioned outdoor sofa with a black and white dog on his lap, by a lake during sunset, with trees and houses in the background.
A young man and an older woman stand together outdoors, smiling, with a black and white dog sitting on the ground in front of them. They are standing on a concrete slab in front of a monument or flagpole. The background features leafless trees and a small building under an overcast sky.
View of a room floor from the perspective of a person standing, showing two animals lying on the floor and various boxes and items around. One animal is a black and white dog lying on the right side of the image, and the other is a brown striped cat lying at the bottom of the image near the person's foot.
A black and white dog holding a toy in its mouth, standing on a grassy field with a paved path in the background.
A smiling man in a red shirt, a surprised woman in a pink top, and a black and white dog with perky ears on a wooden deck outside of a brick house with window and outdoor lights.
A black and white dog with a red flower collar lying on a patterned rug on a hardwood floor, looking up at the camera.
A black and white dog wearing festive red and green ribbons, lying on a multicolored patterned rug, smiling at the camera.
A young man with dark hair, wearing a teal Under Armour t-shirt and shorts, sitting on a black leather couch with a black and white dog on his lap. The dog is lying down with its head up, looking at the camera. On the table in front of them is a red octagonal tray with a phone placed on it. In the background, framed pictures hang on a beige wall, and there is a cropped photo of a group of people sitting together on the wall to the right.
Two smiling people, a woman and a man, standing on a trail in front of a waterfall and wooded area, with a dog on a leash in front of them, during daytime.
A man sitting on a bed with two cats, one black and white and one tabby, in a bedroom with a window, a lamp, and a bookshelf.
A black and white dog in a wire crate, with bowls of dog food and water inside, on a carpeted floor against wooden paneling.
Smiling man with sunglasses and beard, an older woman with blonde hair, and a black and white dog on a leash during sunset on a dirt path next to a river with trees in the background.
A man smiling while lying shirtless on a couch with a black and white cat on his chest, a black game controller on the couch, and a second person on the couch holding a stack of papers. The background shows a Living room with chairs, a coffee table with coffee mugs, laundry baskets, and a framed family photo on the wall.
Two women and a man posing for a selfie in a wooded outdoor area with trees and rocky terrain. The man on the left wears sunglasses and a green Patagonia shirt, and the woman on the right holds a black and white dog.
A black and white dog lying on a light-colored wooden floor, alongside a brown tabby cat, which is also lying on the floor.
A woman with light brown hair lying on a couch, smiling with her eyes closed, while a black and white dog gently touches her nose with its paw.
A black and white dog lying on a tan couch, smiling with one paw on a plastic bag, with floral curtains and a green wall in the background.
Group of three people, two men and a woman, standing outdoors on a sidewalk, smiling. One man is taking the selfie, a Siberian Husky dog is with them, and a plaque or memorial is on the ground behind them.
A young man and an older woman standing together outdoors on a cloudy day, smiling, with a black and white dog sitting in front of them. The young man is wearing sunglasses, a long-sleeve brown shirt, and black shorts, holding a leash. The woman is wearing a coral long-sleeve top, black leggings, and sneakers, with a gray jacket tied around her waist. There is a monument or plaque behind them on a stone base.
A man, a woman, and a black and white dog sitting in the back of a vehicle during daytime. The man is smiling and wearing a gray t-shirt, the woman is partially visible, and the dog is wearing a pink harness. The vehicle has a large sunroof, and trees are visible outside.
A black and white dog wearing an orange and white inflatable ring around its neck, standing on a grassy area near a sidewalk, with a field of crops in the background.
Stairs were her favorite thing…..
The best video of her!!
Who remembers when she would get tired for 5 seconds and then be ready again?
Playing fetch was her best (and only) skill!!
How Maggie is remembered
I remember whenever she tried to attack me 500 times— Jingles, lifelong friend/rival
Maggie was a stalker. She stayed with me for a week once while her family was on vacation. She stalked our dog Toby every minute every day when she was awake. But Maggie was a sweet girl and will be missed.
— Ann Fletcher, Grandmother
I remember when she thought she could herd me— Fletch, rival
She was a great dog, but not as good as me— Ramsey, Older brother
Maggie her frisbees and ALL HER ENERGY will be missed.
— David Gentry
Maggie brought so much love to our home each and every day. She will be so very missed but I find peace in knowing that all dogs go to heaven.
— Melissa Gentry