Gabriel was such a special part of our family.  He was our "gentle giant" and has a giant place in our hearts.  He sometimes seemed more human than dog, especially when he sat on the couch with his front legs on the floor- just like a person.  We know that he was happy with us, in his "retirement home".  We have memories everywhere we look-on the couches, the spot where his bed was in our bedroom (when he wasn't on the bed with us),in the backyard, in the pool (he loved to swim!).  We miss him so much.  He was an incredible dog, and he was incredibly loved.