Beauie Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 (edited) I still feel numb this morning after receiving a shock phone call yesterday afternoon. Our wonderful vet, whom we have taken our fur kids to for the past 15 or so years, passed away suddenly & very unexpectedly. Dr James Yates of Doyalson Animal Hospital (Central Coast NSW) had taken over the business with Dr Sally Smith in 2001, although James had worked for the Hospital and other local vet clinics before this time. As the practice grew, James had a huge following of clients and at times, it was hard to even get an appointment with him - this tells you just how wonderful & popular he was. What can one say about a man, who's passion for the health of people's pets, excelled so far & beyond the norm. He had saved the life of some of my fur kids, he had helped bring some into the world - he had always been there for us - gosh, my heart just aches. Only two or so weeks ago, Doyalson Animal Hospital won the Northern Lakes Business of the Year - such a grand award and well deserved to such a dedicated & fabulous team. The story & a photo of a very happy James & Sally made the local newspaper, holding their wonderful trophy with pride. Life seems so unfair at times, that something like this can happen, when things seemed to be going so well. My heart goes out to James' family, his work colleagues, Sally, Paul, Jennifer, Emma & all the Staff. I can't imagine how you all must be feeling. This world is certainly a far, far lesser place without you in it James. RIP - you will be soooooooo missed immensely. James was just 43 years. Edited August 8, 2012 by Beauie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkySoaringMagpie Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 Oh Beauie that is so sad. Condolences to his friends and family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kinsella Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 Sorry to read this, way too young. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poodle Mum Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 He was a lovely person and a great vet. He saved one of my girls after she bloated, she was literally dying as I got to the hosp. James was very gentle and very caring. Always had time for a chat RIP James. xx :'( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nevafollo Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 This is so sad Rip, a truely wonderful vet by the sounds of it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheridan Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 Vets never get the recognition they deserve. It's lovely to read your tribute. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sares Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 How tragic! My condolences! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HazyWal Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 Oh no that is so sad I only drove past there yesterday coming back from Belmont. RIP Dr James Yates.Gone too soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Staffyluv Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 How very sad... My condolences to his family... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
persephone Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 OH, gosh he was so young, and obviously his work was such a passion .... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mixeduppup Posted July 5, 2012 Share Posted July 5, 2012 Good vets are few and far between as are good people, he sounded like both. RIP Dr Yates Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kajtek Posted July 5, 2012 Share Posted July 5, 2012 (edited) Heartfelt condolences. We've also lost a fantastic vet (and a friend) a few years ago. RIP Dr Yates . Edited July 5, 2012 by Kajtek Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alkhe Posted July 5, 2012 Share Posted July 5, 2012 What a terrible tragedy RIP Dr Yates Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CBL Posted July 5, 2012 Share Posted July 5, 2012 (edited) edit - my mistake (got the surname wrong). My sympathies to his family Edited July 5, 2012 by CBL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Little Gifts Posted July 5, 2012 Share Posted July 5, 2012 That is a terrible loss to the animal loving community and of course his family. RIP Dr Yates. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cavanova Posted July 5, 2012 Share Posted July 5, 2012 OMG Thats my lovely Vet I'm in shock, Don't know what to say RIP James You will be missed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogsaremyworld Posted July 5, 2012 Share Posted July 5, 2012 OMG!!! he is our vet, and i am so shocked! He has always been the best, kindest, and most honest vet i have ever known, and he will be sorely missed by me and my herd of furkids. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poodle Mum Posted July 5, 2012 Share Posted July 5, 2012 I only wish James could hear all these lovely comments..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fifi Posted July 6, 2012 Share Posted July 6, 2012 Oh that is so sad, I remember James. Good vets are like precious gems. condolences to all who knew & treasured him fifi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoldenLover Posted July 6, 2012 Share Posted July 6, 2012 Yes it is absolutely devastating news! I got the call from someone at the vets at lunchtime yesterday and I still can't seem to process it. James was just such an unbelievable vet and human being. His 'over and above' approach to his profession and his dedication and care to our animals never ceased to amaze me. His care and skill saved our precious pup at the age of 2 days old and then three times later (due to an ongoing auto immune disease). James gave us ten amazing years with our precious Leo and then in the final weeks of Leo’s life late last year after developing mouth cancer, although we were on weekly and bi-weekly visits, he called me every single day to check on how he, and I was. He even called a few days after he, with tears in his eyes, had to euthanize Leo to see how we were all coping! He truly and honestly cared for his animals and their owners. The look on James’s face when a couple of months later, he opened the door to his consulting room after an appointment to see me sitting there as his next appointment with our new bundle of fluff sitting in my lap, was priceless! He was so happy! He said “this one’s a real beauty… I am so glad that he is helping to heal your heart”. That was James…. he will be more than sorely missed! I do hope that once all of his wonderful colleagues have time to have their personal time to deal with this terrible tragedy, that they will organise some sort of memorial so that we, his much thankful and devastated clients, may get the chance to honour him and say goodbye. Rest in peace James…. I know that when you visit Rainbow Bridge, you will be bowled over by all of our cherished pets that you helped and cared for but are now gone…. Leo will be leading the pack!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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