Puchi

It is with profound sorrow that I share the passing of our dear, sweet Puchi. On a beautiful Tuesday afternoon, April 26, 2022, Puchi left us peacefully in his sleep, with his cherished friend Kooda close by his side.

Puchi was a soul like no other. His boundless love touched everyone fortunate enough to meet him. When he placed his hand gently over his heart, it felt as though he was telling you, in his own quiet way, that everything would be okay. His gaze reached deep into your spirit, offering comfort and an unconditional warmth that made you feel truly seen.

Our friend and longtime supporter Gene Blalock has created a moving tribute video that captures Puchi’s radiant spirit, highlighting the profound connections he shared with his human and monkey family alike.

Puchi outlived many of his friends over the years—Cappy, ChiChi, Wendell, and little Joni—and he offered his loving companionship to each of them. With Puchi’s passing, Kooda was heartbroken to lose her close friend. We recently introduced Kooda to baby Skotty, who came to us in a heartbreaking situation after testing positive for methamphetamines, but with the love and care we provide at the sanctuary, Skotty now has a brighter future, carrying on the spirit of compassion Puchi embodied.

For those who remember, the memories of Puchi and Cappy’s “Geriatric Gymnastics” will always bring a smile, as they leaped and played with a joy and vigor that defied their age. Gene, one of Puchi’s dear friends, has preserved the essence of these moments in a nighttime video, revealing Puchi’s gentle, loving nature as he and Wendell rested together.

If you feel moved to honor Puchi’s memory, please consider making a gift in his name. As longtime supporter Maggie beautifully expressed, “Puchi truly opened his heart to everyone he met. He is the spokes-monkey for forgiveness, trust, peace, and hope.”

Though Puchi is gone from our sight, he will never be gone from our hearts. His legacy of kindness and love lives on, inspiring us every day to extend that same compassion to all beings.

Puchi Here is his Good Night Puchi video and here is his Celebration of Life Video  Puchi was loved by so many, one of the children drew this beautiful picture of Puchi…