HGTV Stars Jenny & Dave Marrs Reveal Heartbreaking Family Loss
Fixer to Fabulous stars Jenny and Dave Marrs are mourning a heartbreaking loss in their family, which they shared with their social media followers on Thursday (July 24).
Taking to Instagram, Jenny revealed that the family recently said goodbye to their beloved pet dog, Dolly. Jenny opened up about how Dolly came into their lives, accompanied by a slideshow of photos and videos featuring Dolly and the Marrs family, including Dave and their children: Nathan, Ben, Sylvie, Charlotte, and Luke.
“I’ll never forget the phone call. Dave, on a hunting trip in Nebraska, relayed the details of one of the older bird dogs. She was clearly unwell and needed to get to a vet quickly. She lived in a kennel and only went outside for paid hunts,” Jenny shared.
The HGTV fan favorite went on to say that Dave called to ask if she “would be okay with another pup if he could talk the owner into letting him bring her home to Arkansas.”
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“I urged him not leave there without her,” Jenny added. “The man knew we had young kids and assumed Dolly was on her last days (he suspected cancer but didn’t want to spend the money on surgery) so he finally agreed to let her come live with us. ”
However, after “three surgeries and a few hernias removed,” Dolly recovered and “went on to live a very full, very free, never in a kennel again, life for the next decade.”
“She was the best girl. She loved our kids and loved every animal we brought home to the farm. She accepted everyone and loved unconditionally,” Jenny continued. “She napped hard and smiled big. Even as she aged and was in constant pain, she had a spunk and zest for life that was unmatched.”
Jenny said, “The pain is too raw” at the moment to “properly convey how much Dolly has meant to our family,” adding, “She was our family. She will never be forgotten. The tears we’ve shed are insignificant compared to the joy she gifted us with. We would say yes a thousand times over despite the inevitable heartbreak of goodbye. She was absolutely worth it.”
She concluded, “We will love and miss you always, Dolly-Sue. Eighteen years earthside wasn’t enough. Until we meet again, my girl.”
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Dave also shared a heartfelt message on his own Instagram page, writing, “Today we had to say goodbye to our sweet Dolly. She’s been my little sidekick since we rescued her 10 years ago.”
He recalled how she “never missed a moment” to lie in the shop when he was working, snuggle up to the family when they had a hard day, or be there for the kids “made-up plays” or “snow days.”
“She just never missed anything. She was always there,” Dave added. “She has graced us with so much joy over the last ten years. I’m going to miss her so so much. Love you Dolly girl.”
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I remember having to put our beloved Zach down. It was the hardest thing I have done. He was a big strong Rowier. He was our protector. I will never forget that day. He had been with our wonderful vet.He had not responded to the treatment. I told the Vet if he will get up for anything it will be to go for a ride in the car. Our sweet vet picked him up and carried him out to the parking area in the back of his office and told my son and I to walk away and call for him to go for a ride. He tried so hard to get his hind legs to support him. He was a big strong Rottweiler. The sadness in his eyes was heartbreaking. We took him back in to the office and the vet gave him the shot with my son and I both telling him what a wonderful friend he was to us. I cried everyday for weeks. I had wonderful coworker's who were very compassionate and even gave me sweet card's of sympathy. My prayers are with you. Animals become our family.
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All our pets are our family and it's very upsetting when they are ill and when we have to make decision to put them down it takes a long time to heal the pain but we have to think of them we can't see them suffer. Bless all the wonderful caring animal lovers .All animals need to be cared for.
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I’m so sorry about Dolly. We have had to say goodbye to a couple of beloved fur babies over the years and it’s always so heartbreaking 💔. Sending love and hugs to your family.
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To the Mars family, I am truly sorry 😔 😐 for your loss. Our cats are our family too 😍 and when we lose one it is a huge loss 😭! Hold onto all of those beautiful ❤️ memories! You have great pics 😊!
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My heart goes out to you. Our pets are our family. God bless you Marrs family for taking care of Dolly.
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It's always so hard to let them go but be assured we will see them on the other side. My Josey Beagle-Walkerhound came back to me happy, playful & let me "pet her head" when she sat by my chair like she always didso I knowww l will see her again! Sooo sorry for Dolly's passing, your loss to your family. But know she will be traveling with you & if you think you'll see her Ina future time, know that is real. She's letting you know she's ok & waiting for y'all.
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Awesome! That happened to me as well. It was something special that he was by my side for a short moment the next day after he (little Chihuahua) had passed.
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My heartfelt condolences go out to all of you. It is never easy when our fur babies leave us they’re not supposed to. Your dolly will watch over you all protect you and will forever walk by your side. 😢💔
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Sorry for the loss of your furbaby. ❤️ from Ontario Canada 🇨🇦
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RIP Dolly
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I'm so sorry for your loss. My heart is full of sadness as I watch your videos and look at your pictures of Dolly. She had a wonderful life because of yall 💕.
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I've been there soon heartbreaking
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I am truly sorry to hear of Dolly's passing! I've been a fan of FixerTo Fabulous every since it's been on the air!! and I Know how much dolly meant to your family ! I still watch your show today and it won't be the same without her there! ....May She Continue To Rest In God's Heavenly Peace. In Jesus name...AMEN And AMEN 🙏 ❤️ 💖 🙌 ♥️ 💗 🙏
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I love that because of you, and your commitment to get her well, that you had 10 wonderful years together. I call that BONUS years!!! Thank you for being that family - the one who stepped up for her when she needed you. In turn, she gave you all the love and loyalty that she had. ❤️
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