Some may recall, though it was five years ago now, that I published a picture of Tucker that made me think of him in the rôle of a Mob boss. I dubbed my roly poly ‘the Catfather’, on the basis of the image.
I suspect the title had been used before, perhaps many times, but I found it amusing. It fit in with a series of stories being written by the Trout Towne Tabbies (see the link on my side-bar), called the ‘Coddmother Saga’, and the Food Service Girl in Trout Towne asked if she could include Tucker, in his Mob guise, in the saga. Permission was granted and I laughed over the blog-entries that resulted.
When Tucker died, I received a gift certificate, in honour of my Tuxter. It took a while for me to determine on the right purchase with the certificate; I wanted it to be in memory of Tucker, and something unique to him. I found an artist who reproduces images of pets as royalty or aristocracy, and asked her to create a portrait of Tucker with the suitable addition of garb.
This is the result – though a photograph does not do it justice (click on the picture to enlarge it.) Below it is the picture from which Tucker’s likeness was taken.
My Tucker had many sides to him. I will remember him as the baby of the family, the roly poly, my constant dinner companion – and as the Catfather, now immortalised on canvas.
Such a beautiful rememberance, purrfect.
ReplyDeleteThat's a clever idea! After our dog passed two years ago, my son was devastated. His best friend had someone take our dog (Maisie's head shot) and put in place of a hockey player's head. My son loves the Chicago Blackhawks hockey team. He didn't know whether to laugh or cry when it was gifted to him. But he absolutely loves it.
ReplyDeleteI think Tucker's picture is awesome,
Look at that strong handsome Tucker. What a great way to remember him. I think you need to do the others too.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful way to remember Tucker. It goes without saying that the Catfather will stay in our hearts forever.
ReplyDeleteHeHe! Touch of the Marlon Brando
ReplyDeletethere John..
As a Sicilian born in Letojanni,
l must be careful what l say...
'I make you an offer'...and ALL that!
He looks lovely as the Godfather..ooops!
Sorry! Catfather! Slip on the keyboard!
That is wonderful!Tucker will be always remembered as the Cat Father.
ReplyDeleteThat is a terrific picture that you now have of wonderful Tucker. Quite handsome and at the same time rather fun. It makes for good memories.
ReplyDeleteI remember that series...Katie had a mobster name...and this picture of Tucker that you had created on canvas is perfect for him. I notice too, it seems there is a faint expanse of waist as he stands there, his gold watch chain accentuating the substance gently filling the vest.
ReplyDeleteHe was indeed the baby of the family and will always have that status.
I remember the FSG's series as well. This is the perfect way to immortalize the Catfather, and the gift of the certificate was a lovely and kind gesture.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful way to remember and honor your beloved Tucker.
ReplyDeleteOh my, what an wonderful tribute to Tucker. I do recall the stories on Trout Towne Tabbies but never made the connection to your Tucker.
ReplyDeleteI'm sure you'll look on that artwork with a smile.
I remember that photo well! And I love how the artist turned him into quite the dapper gentleman.
ReplyDeleteThat is indeed a wonderful way to immortalize the Catfather, Mr Tucker! I love it!!!
ReplyDeleteIf it brings a smile to your face, then it's purrfect!
ReplyDeleteThat is wonderful and such a great remembrance.
ReplyDeleteI have images like that of Pipo & Minko, and another of our dog, MJF. Have not made any of the current hooligans...yet, LOL!
catfather !!! DOOD....how total lee awesum iz thiz...ewe look most handsum in yur three peace soot and what a grate job de artist did with yur foto.....ya look good buddy, clothed and nekkid....
ReplyDeletewhat say we go grab sum lunch ~~~~ :) ♥♥