Bella Noche Haslett, also known as "Bells" or "Noche," took her final sprint across the finish line of life on August 17, 2024, in St. Louis, Missouri. A sprightly soul who lived her 8 months to the fullest, she was born on January 1, 2024, and from day one, was more than just a walk in the park.

This little lady was a four-legged bundle of energy, always on the go—whether she was running laps around the yard or leading her human companions on merry chases for sticks. Walks with Bella were never dull; they were interspersed with impromptu 'belly-rub breaks,' where she would flop down, belly to the sky, and playfully demand attention. Resistance was futile; Bells knew the power of puppy eyes.

A true character, Bella had a knack for mischief and persistence. If there was a "do not enter" sign on life's little rules, she'd wag her tail and trot right past it. Her antics were not just funny, they were legendary.

Bella's cheer squad, consisting of her mothers Jayala and Nakya, granny Antoinette, godmothers Ja'nya and Ronyae, uncle Byron, aunts Brenya and Jasmine, and Ramond—who had the honor of bestowing her last snack—will miss her dearly. Each one is forever changed by the paw prints she left on their hearts.

As we prepare for Bella's grand finale at her burial on August 24, 2024, we reflect on the joy she spread as effortlessly as she shed her fur. She might have been a small pup, but her legacy is as large as her personality. Bella's memory will forever be a fetching tale of love, laughter, and the occasional belly rub.