

In Memory of Ramba
Rescued October 18, 2019
Died December 26, 2019 at Elephant Sanctuary Brazil
Necropsy determination- Died from kidney failure (after 7-year battle)
Approximately 63-65 years old. Ex-circus elephant.
It breaks our hearts to have to share that Ramba has passed away. Our stubborn, beautiful, and larger-than-life grandma didn’t have the strength to battle her kidney issues any longer. Her passing doesn’t come as a tremendous surprise. When Ramba was diagnosed with kidney disease 7 years ago, our biggest hope was to get her through the year. One year miraculously turned into seven, and her strength allowed her the chance to come to the sanctuary. It seems that elephants have this inexplicable profound knowledge; Ramba was told time and time again that she would go to the sanctuary and she fought to ensure she got there. Once here, she found tremendous joy, was able to explore in ways she had always wanted, discovered what true friendship was, and maybe, in the end, that was all she needed. She started living, but in the process, it seems she stopped fighting. She was tired.
Early on Thursday morning, December 26th, Rana and Maia were at the barn without Ramba. This happens: Ramba likes to explore more than Rana, and sometimes, Ramba returns to the pasture for an early morning mud bath while Rana stays close to the barn in anticipation of breakfast. We drove to find Ramba and found her in one of her favorite spots, the fourth yard across the creek. She looked like she was sleeping. It appears that Ramba’s passing was sudden, as the grass all around where her body lay was untouched. Just a perfect elephant, lying in a beautiful pasture, her eyes gently closed and her sweet face looking as calm as we have seen.
Uncertain if Rana knew what happened, we walked her back to her sister. It seemed Rana did not know because when she stepped very close to Ramba and her eyes widened as she took several deep smells and then repeatedly let out low quiet rumbles. She smelled and touched all over Ramba, seeming to try to understand what happened. After several minutes of this, she became quiet and stood next to Ramba, grazing. This is where she spent the rest of her day, grazing and standing over her friend.
A little later in the day, Maia was also brought over to see Ramba and to say her good-byes. She too touched and smelled, but then she stood over the top of her, the way she used to do with Guida, making sure her belly rubbed against Ramba’s. This raised Rana’s attention for a moment and she seemed to want to protect Ramba from Maia’s belly, but she calmed when she saw Maia’s intentions were gentle and loving. Maia’s visit was shorter, by her own accord, as we let them decide what they need – and when she was ready she walked away. Although her visit was brief compared to the time she spent with Guida, both Maia and Rana displayed a delicate reverence for their responsibility to honor their friend.
Ramba was special. There was something about being in her presence that brought you back to center and made your heart smile at the same time. We fell in love with her seven years ago, and she was part of the reason we dove into moving forward with a sanctuary in Brazil. There was no leaving her behind or forgetting about her, once you met her, that was that. And it seems it wasn’t only humans that felt this way. Ramba had a grounding effect on Maia, Rana adored her, and even Lady seemed to relax and trust in her presence.
We had said that each day Ramba was at the sanctuary was a gift, not only for her, but for everyone who spent time with her and who was touched by her. Although we always wish every elephant had more time at the sanctuary, we are so grateful that she made it here and found her joy.
Tributes to Ramba
Please leave your thoughts, wishes, emotions or whatever pours into this Memorial Page for our beloved Ramba.
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Elaine Donovan says
December 27, 2019 at 2:43 pmThank you , Ramba, for all the joy you brought us. I will miss you.
dodin says
December 27, 2019 at 3:16 pmquelle tristesse…..
Carmen says
December 27, 2019 at 4:03 pmTras una dura batalla legal eras libre. Te merecias vivir muchos años disgrutando de este santuario con tus hermanas. Dura realidad. Te fuiste preciosa, te amaremos siempre.
Lynne Russert says
December 27, 2019 at 4:29 pmI’m so devastated & heart broken. You’re time at the sanctuary was way too short, you deserved more time. But I’m happy you got to spend this time with friends, with lots of love, & happy. RIP Ramba, you beautiful. precious lady. May God watch over you always. Run free angel.❤?
Run
Regina says
December 27, 2019 at 5:19 pmComo prosseguir sem você ? Sem amá-la todos os dias ? Sem sentir aquela energia leve e radiante que emanava de você e nos fazia sorrir todos os dias ? Nos conforte de onde estiver. Conforte todos do SEB. Principalmente a Rana que te adora. Voe feliz e etérea. Nosso amor fica. É eterno. Adeus pequena querida. Para sempre Ramba.
Pat Martin Culver says
December 27, 2019 at 6:02 pmRIP sweet grandma! You were loved around the world. What wonderful pictures to remember your joy at being at sanctuary. ❤️ To all your caretakers.
Susan says
December 27, 2019 at 6:10 pmSweet Grandma Ramba, I will miss you. Your eyes were kind and deep, reminding me of Lovely Guida. I am thinking you have probably met her yourself now. Your impact on Sanctuary was beautiful to see and that you made it there was a testament to your spirit. I love you. ❤️?❤️??
Cathy says
December 27, 2019 at 6:52 pmRest peacefully, dear lady. It was our honor to have you in our lives.
Marilyn Glazer says
December 27, 2019 at 11:37 pmWords are hard to put together. My thoughts and deep condolences to GSE. She was a beautiful soul, happy at her new home. Thanks to you all for the care and love given to her.
Cynthia Gomez says
December 28, 2019 at 1:07 amR.I.P. my beautiful precious Ramba?
Constance says
December 28, 2019 at 1:52 amWe are all humbled by the groundedness of this lovely elephant whose presence inspires such an outpouring of love throughout the world. We share a special feeling tonight of sadness but also knowledge that there is Good out there
Birge König says
December 28, 2019 at 10:14 amRest in peace beautiful Rambita. I will miss you.
Debbie O'Connor says
December 28, 2019 at 11:03 amI found out about this wonderful Elephant Sanctuary, & it’s loving people, as they prepared your rescue. I cried happy tears as I watched you leave those horrible dinosaurs behind & as I watched your 1st step into the sanctuary paradise. I only wish that you could have enjoyed more days there. However, now you are in another paradise. I will always remember you & your hay hats. I’m so glad that you were able to be such a wonderful friend to Rana. I will always remember Rana trumpeting to announce your arrival! I hope that Rana continues to feel your presence & love. I will miss the updates describing how you were enjoying every second at the Sanctuary.. You were loved by so many new beings. I hope to meet you in heaven some day.
Jane Homer says
December 28, 2019 at 1:09 pmRamba, I am so glad you found the perfect place to end your days on earth, with love and care.
Arthur Farme says
December 28, 2019 at 1:14 pmApesar de toda dor e tristeza desse momento, a equipe tem o conforto de ter permitido que ela vivesse pouco mais de dois meses com a alegria e dignidade que não teve a chance de ter antes.
Sara Johnston says
December 28, 2019 at 7:39 pmYou touched the worlds hearts dear Ramba.. I pray your name will leave a legacy and someone will write a book to raise awareness against animals in entertainment, for the next generation to stand against it. You made my heart sing, now it feels broken. I hope your ex abusers rot in hell and I wait for karma to work its magic
Jared Smith says
December 29, 2019 at 11:55 amI love you Ramba! You will be truly and deeply missed. I’m so glad that you got to make it to wonderful santuary. Thanks for making me more aware of the plight of elephants. You are a great ambassador and made me very emotional many times from the days of your rescue to the time of your passing. I know you are in great place now resting with great food, sunlight, mud, pools of water and your many hay hats. Many kisses and hugs. ❤?❤
Nancy Jordan says
December 31, 2019 at 5:14 pmyou had me at “hello” dear sweet silly wonderful gorgeous Ramba – like all your followers I love you so much and will miss seeing you . God bless
Lewis Cindy says
January 1, 2020 at 10:18 amAu revoir douce et courageuse Ramba.Mon coeur est noyé par le chagrin,mais tu as fais preuve de force extraordinaire et de résilience exemplaire.Merci aux soignants d’avoir eu la délicatesse exceptionnelle et la patience de faire comprendre à ses compagnes Rana et Maia ce qui s’était produit et de les accompagner chaque jour avec courage et amour.
Eleonora M .Braga says
December 27, 2019 at 3:16 pm??I’m crying. My heart is broken. My condolences. Thank you for loving and caring for her. ✨???✨
Judy Cowen says
December 27, 2019 at 3:39 pmI’m also crying to hear of this news! She was such a sweet elle, but I’m grateful she was at sanctuary in the end. She knew she was in a safe haven. God bless you all for your time, compassion and care!?
Ana Azcoaga says
December 27, 2019 at 5:42 pmRamba era imposible no amarte. Siempre estarás en mi corazon.
Brenda Norman says
December 27, 2019 at 6:47 pmThank You Ramba for the Joy you brought to me, you melted my heart, and amazed me with your courage, strength, and zest for life, you had 1 gear GO! You will be so missed, RIP Sweet, Silly Girl ❤️? ?
Andy Ingram says
December 27, 2019 at 5:43 pmRamba, you left a gentle footprint on my heart. Thank you so much for giving to us all that you did. We are now better humans for taking time to spend with you. ???
Wim Diepeveen says
December 27, 2019 at 6:07 pmDear Ramba, endless thanks for giving so much joy and strength to all of us. What you gave can’t be given back but will never disappear. We won’t forget you.
You’ve moved back into a peaceful and pain free universe.
Safe journey giant friend.???
Andrea Vega Barrera says
December 28, 2019 at 3:48 amDescansa ramba hermosa y perdona a los humanos que no respetaron tu naturaleza salvaje ???
Diane and Syd Marcus says
December 27, 2019 at 6:21 pmWe will always love you, Ramba. You will always be with us. We miss you and love you so much.
ANDREIA DA SILVA PEREIRA FRANCESCHETTO says
December 28, 2019 at 11:07 amRambita você é luz e agora brilhará para sempre!
Vovozinha que encheu nossa vida de alegria, agora corre menina na eternidade. Nosso coração sempre sentirá sua energia e o santuário para sempre terá seu cheiro, suas pegadas. Você estará para sempre em nossos corações, por tudo que nos ensinou e apesar de sua partida, continuará nos mostrando que vale a pena lutar por dias melhores ❤
Maureen Taylor says
December 27, 2019 at 6:28 pmOh you Dear sweet Girl, I grew to love you from far away and I am not ashamed to say my tears are many. I take comfort from knowing that in your Autumn years you have been loved so very very much. Bye Dear Ramba, it’s been a pleasure getting to know you. ???
Sue Taylor says
December 27, 2019 at 6:44 pmRamba my heart broke when I heard that you had left this earthly world but you will always remain in my heart. I feel so badly for Scott and everyone at the sanctuary who worked so hard to get you safely there. May God heal their hearts ??
Pamela Engelander says
December 28, 2019 at 3:51 amDarling Ramba
I am glad the last few weeks of your life were spent with love and happiness. God bless you now in your new life free of pain and sorrow
Gloria Rivera says
December 28, 2019 at 9:12 amMi amada Rambita gracias por alegrar mi corazón con cada paso tuyo dentro del santuario… te voy a extrañar demasiado. Cada día esperaba ver una fotografía tuya, una nueva. Noticia, me encantaba ver lo especial que eras no sólo atraías con tu dulzura a las personas, sino también a los otras elefantes. Fuiste la tan esperada amiga de Rana , Lady tenía confianza en ti… y dejaba s que Maia se acercará a ti cuando ella buscaba un poco de compañía.
Fuiste y serás especial para mi … desde el día en que te vi amarrada a una cadena y eso partió mi corazón… tu libertad para mi fue un triunfo de la bondad contra la maldad. Y fui muy feliz sabiendo que a pesar de todo hay humanos amables que ayudan a devolver lo que otros egoístamente han quitado… y tu conociste ese lado también Rambita , te vas con tu corazón llenito de amor, con tus ojitos llenos de verde y barro … así como a ti te gustaba… con los sabores de tus golosinas favoritas y con la inmensa gratitud de quienes te conocimos y nos hiciste sentir y saber que algún día este mundo puede ser un lugar más feliz y mejor para todos animales y humanos… Adiós mi gordita amada , mi fantita, mi Rambita, siempre en mi corazón….
Te amo
Gloria Rivera Martínez
Martha says
December 27, 2019 at 7:11 pmYou were my first elephant that I followed all the way to Sanctuary. It was such an emotional experience and I couldn’t help but falling in love with that sweet face. I am so glad that you had 2 months in Sanctuary with lots of love from humans and dear Rama. This makes me so sad. You will be missed.
Diane and Syd Marcus says
December 27, 2019 at 7:23 pmWriting through tears. We loved knowing that you were so happy and free everyday. We love you. Ramba and will always be with you.
Betsy Coville says
December 27, 2019 at 10:02 pmHeartbreaking loss but so much gratification that her final days were filled with the love and compassion that should have filled years not months….
Anika sleem says
December 27, 2019 at 8:06 pmYou came you Conquered you made it to a Sanctuary Now your at Heavens gates an Angel you will always be remembered determination always prevails your precious life will never be forgotten Rest In Peace
Maria Tereza says
December 27, 2019 at 8:10 pmRambita amada!Acompanhando tua jornada desde a chegada ao Santuário até esta tristeza em meu coração. Mas você nos deu momentos maravilhosos que estão em nossos corações
Descansa em paz .
Pricilla Véras says
December 27, 2019 at 8:12 pmRest in peace Rambita , you deserve it !
We ‘ll always Love you. ❤️?
Trish Adams says
December 27, 2019 at 8:20 pmRIP dear Ramba. My heart is broken but I am happy you found peace in a wonderful field of sweet grasses and clear skies. My condolences to all at the Sanctuary and all who helped you and loved you. ???
Liz Devlin says
December 27, 2019 at 9:11 pmIt doesn’t seem fair that Ramba only knew freedom for 2 months, but I’m so happy she knew it at last. She lived in freedom, with love and friends all around her for 2 glorious months and THAT is what she took with her when she crossed over♡
I am so sad by this news, as we all are…but I hope Ramba now sends other elles who need freedom to GSE. And I bet she will look over all of you both 2 and 4 legged and rumble quietly♡♡♡ RIP sweet Ramba
Stephanie says
December 27, 2019 at 10:37 pmI’m so sorry for the loss of this beautiful soul. I’m so grateful that she was able to live free in peace & surrounded by love in her final years. ???
Robin James says
December 27, 2019 at 10:38 pmThank you Ramba for the joy you brought to my life, seeing you be rescued and enjoying the sanctuary life!! Thank you for the love and friendship you gave to Rana especially, and Maia and Lady. You were special, loved, and will be greatly missed!! RIP
P Foraker says
December 27, 2019 at 10:51 pmThank you all for giving her a safe and best home for the last months of her life. Lovely one. RIP Ramba and run free sweet one.
Andrea says
December 28, 2019 at 3:22 amI hope you know you were loved and had touched so many people’s hearts..your light will shine forever
Maria Oliveira says
December 28, 2019 at 4:17 amNos perdoe não salvá-la antes. Perdoe-nos também a vida que nós, malditos humanos, lhe tiramos. Obrigada por tudo que deixou e ensinou em tão pouco tempo! Estarás para sempre em nossos corações e lembranças. Descanse em paz nossa linda, doce, amada e perfeita gigante Ramba! ???
Ann says
December 28, 2019 at 10:26 amOur hearts are broken but souls filled with gratitude that Ramba’s final months were spent at sanctuary. Our thoughts are with all of her caretakers as well as with her new found friends, Maia, Lady and especially Sweet Rana.
Barbara Banks says
December 28, 2019 at 4:36 amI feel so very sad, tears streaming down my face to have this news. I wish she had had more time at the sanctuary but at least the last couple of months of her life she knew love, peace and kindness. Walk free Ramba, much love to you x
Dawn Bray says
December 28, 2019 at 5:23 amHeartbroken! Beautiful pictures and memories of your precious time at sanctuary, You passed away knowing you were loved, cared for and free to roam with your friends Rana, Maia and Lady .. and for that we’re so very grateful. All those years holding on for the chance of a better life, a life you truly deserved. Sleep tight sweet Ramba, you don’t have to be brave any more ???
Juliet Thornton says
December 28, 2019 at 5:34 amSo very very sad to hear about Ramba. What an amazing wonderful girl I just wish I could have known her for longer. I loved watching videos of her and Rana. The only comfort is she did arrive at the sanctuary and she did get the life she so deserved if only for such an terribly short time. Just shocked and sad today but so glad I did know her for a while. I will not ever forget the beautiful girl. Love to all at the sanctuary both human and all the animals and of course my best love to Ramba happy grazing wherever you are now Ramba and splash in those mud puddles forever.
Barbara E. Fitzgerald says
December 28, 2019 at 10:09 amWith a heavy heart I mourn for you . May Gods peace bring you eternal rest, You were so loved Miss Ramba in my prayers.
Sue says
December 28, 2019 at 10:42 amRamba, it’s been one day since I received the news of your death and I am trying to make sense of it as are most likely so many of us. Did you teach us that we have no time to waste? That we must try as a community–as humans–harder? I became more aware and involved around elephants as you were being rescued. I watched as the donations finally hit a place where your flight could be paid for. I signed up and received texts, was alerted each morning as Scott traveled to get you. We all watched as you, over the course of a few days, grew comfortable enough to get into your crate. And then trucked to the airport. Then your flight. And your final journey on the road home. It was my first time following, watching an elephant walk onto sanctuary grounds. It moved me beyond what I could have ever expected, expanded my heart, made me question what people are doing in this world to and with animals. Ramba, your life was not without meaning, with out purpose, without effect. You taught me so much, expanded my view and my heart. We were warned that your stay might not be long, that you were not well. But I think I just put that aside and wanted to believe you’d live forever, that you would have hundreds of years, that we would be getting stories about you and Rana grazing together for days on end. Sometimes life is hard, Ramba. Too sad to hold so it just spills over. I think that this is one of those moments right now. There are so many of us around the world that grieve you, that miss you. My heart goes out to Kat and to Scott who moved heaven and earth for you. And to all the other people who helped them along the way too.
Trinity Hardwick says
December 28, 2019 at 10:49 amTo everyone who dedicates their lives to caring for and giving a home to these beautiful amazing souls. She had a family and a real home. Thank you for all the amazing things you make possible
Mark Skipsey says
December 28, 2019 at 11:41 amYou will always be in my heart sweet Ramba.
As Alfred Lord Tennyson famously said… , “’tis better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all”
henriette nering bogel says
December 28, 2019 at 12:13 pmSweet Ramba, funny Ramba, loving Ramba, wise Ramba you endured years of abuse. I am so sorry we did this to you. We are wiser now we work harder to protect you. I am so happy you met people who gave you love, respect and understanding. People who gave you a family, a herd and sanctuary. Thank you sweet Ramba for showing me how to forgive, how to love and be loved.
Linda De Nadai says
December 28, 2019 at 1:51 pmMay your spirit be forever at peace in the sanctuary where you were loved by all – I am so glad you were able to experience true freedom and joy – may you forever RIP sweet old lady
Thank you for blessing our lives with your wonderful prescence x
Pam Moore says
December 28, 2019 at 4:38 pmSo many tears Baby Girl. But smiles when I saw your pictures with your straw hats. You have a beautiful soul that lives on. You will be missed. HUGS to everyone at GSE.
Kathymarhefka62@icloud.com says
December 28, 2019 at 4:54 pmRest easy sweet girl , you brought a smile to my face , everyday I would look for you !!! SO GLAD YOU GOT TO KNOW PEACE AND FREEDOM!!! Forever in my heart beautiful girl ?
fatima filomena romeiro says
December 29, 2019 at 1:17 pmEnfim nossa amada encontrou sua paz em solo brasileiro. Ao chegar estava feliz ao pisar no chão do Santuário e conhecer suas irmãs. O respeito e cuidado desta equipe em seus últimos dias foram maravilhosos para esta Elefanta tão abusada na maior parte de sua vida. Ramba aguentou firme toda sua jornada do Chile rumo a este lugar mágico no qual reaprendeu a ser novamente um Elefante. Este solo sagrado que a recebeu com amor e carinho e que agora repousa seu corpo libertando sua alma para enfim ser livre, marcando para sempre nossos corações
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Regina Walther says
January 1, 2020 at 4:10 pmGod bless you Ramba!!!! At least you had found love and peace in such a wonderful sanctuary!!!!! All animals of the world deserve love and care!!!!!!!We will see you again in heaven and maybe reincarnate together??? I know you and all animals that have passed are shining on us (animal lovers) down from heaven….but not on those who made you suffer…People who mistreat animals have a place reserved in hell…..and will never get out of there….because no one can escape from karma he’s creating himself…..
Eleonora M Braga says
February 29, 2020 at 5:35 amI love you forever Rambita. you changed my life. You are in my heart. thanks
Mara Parker says
December 27, 2019 at 2:45 pmGod bless you, beautiful Ramba. My heart is broken that you have left us so soon. Your loving spirit brought so much warmth and peace to our world. I am worried about Rana as you two bonded so closely. I know your spirit will stay close to her. I’m glad you fell asleep peacefully in the soft grass that you loved. I look forward to meeting you in Heaven someday. Love you, sweet, beautiful, loving, elephant.
Deanna Young says
December 27, 2019 at 2:46 pmMy heart is broken . I can’t stop the tears …for all of them and us who loved Ramba so greatly . I thank the heavens you passed away in freedom surrounded by Love and Paradise . There are no words to express my sadness . Fly high sweet angel . Guida is just around the bend . So much love..??????❤️
Alana says
December 27, 2019 at 2:57 pmR.I.P. Sweet Grandma, there is no perfect time, but all in all this is as close to perfect as can be hoped for, I’m so glad she made it to the sanctuary. Hugs all around.
Shelley Morris says
December 27, 2019 at 5:21 pmThis touches a chord of grief deeper than I can describe.
Cathy Parker says
December 27, 2019 at 5:51 pmOh Ramba my heart hurts to hear of your passing tears are flowing from my eyes but you brought all of us joy in bringing you to sanctuary and having a an elephant freedom to roam and be free. God bless you for our smiles and giggles watching you on videos with your buddies. I’m so sorry Scott and Kat…please know we are with you in this time and sorrow
Lisa Sisson says
December 27, 2019 at 2:58 pmAhhhh, It’s been a long time since I’ve shed some tears. I’m so sad for all of you, the girls, and what it means to them. Thanks to you for opening my eyes and heart to these beautiful girls, it has meant so much to me to be able to be involved , even in a small way. Sending love, strength and wishes for peace and healing in the midst of such heartbreak. Thank you for everything that you have done and will continue to do for these loves.?
Cynthia Rayment says
December 27, 2019 at 6:00 pmRamba we grieve and rejoice in harmony knowing the legacy you lived. Feeling sad for the loss however your departure was with amazing grace. As brilliant as Elephants are this was a perfect decension . No-one could predict but everything was of purpose…..LOVE WINS !!!!
Barb Wilson says
December 27, 2019 at 2:59 pmHow can one even begin to say how sad we are to hear of Ramba’s passing. I am having some difficulty writing at this time. For years I have dreamed that she would get to Elephant Sanctuary Brazil and oh so short of a time she had at ESB but she did get there and enjoyed grass hats, mud, ponds, loving and devoted friends, a beautiful environment and the best care ever. Not by your sides but forever in your hearts, Scott and Kat and all that loved Ramba (including me).
Pam says
December 27, 2019 at 5:30 pmRIP sweet Ramba. I agree and feel all the pain that has already been said in your honor.
Viviana Velasco says
December 27, 2019 at 3:03 pmBeautiful Ramba you will remain in my heart forever, you were a special and a wise lady. You left this earth being loved, happy, and cared.
Me, Rana and many of us will miss you but I’m happy that you had the chance to roam free at the sanctuary. An embrace to All the team whom made this possible.?????
Camila says
December 27, 2019 at 3:04 pmRamba… Rambita… meu coração está em pedaços por sua partida tão repentina… vc fará falta para nós e para sua melhor amiga, Rana… Ah Rana que estava tão sozinha antes de vc chegar e agora novamente… mas espero e desejo de todo meu coração que ela fique bem. Agora vc descansou e vai continuar em paz. Saudades desde já… nós te amamos!
Silvana says
December 27, 2019 at 3:06 pmDoce Ramba! Nos deixou muito cedo! ? Ver sua alegria estes meses no Santuário nos conforta! Espero que Rana supera sua partida! Agora São Francisco cuide de você garota!
Jana Velova says
December 27, 2019 at 3:09 pmShe was a beautiful elephant. Can’t believe she had only few months in sanctuary. Can even describe the sadness and also sad for another E’s in there especially Rana. How she going to cope. ????
Linda says
December 27, 2019 at 7:54 pmThank you Scott and Kat for bringing Ramba into our lives. My heart breaks to know she is gone but I am forever thankful to you for getting her to the sanctuary and never giving up. She finally got to experience the life she deserved. She was loved and will be missed by so many.
Sheila says
December 28, 2019 at 12:14 amOH MY DEAR ??SWEET RAMBA! U R DEAR SOUL IS NOW IN ELEPHANT?? HEAVEN ALONG WITH MANY OTHER CIRCUS ELEPHANTS WHO PASSED LONG BEFORE YOU BUT THEIR SOULS R THERE! DEAR SWEET RAMBA U WERE A WONDERFUL SISTER FRIEND TO RANA FOR 2.5 MONTHS! U ENDURED TWO TRUCK RIDES! AND THE PLANE RIDE U LOVED THE SANCTUARY SO MUCH! UR DEAR BODY WAS JUST NOT STRING ENOUGH TO GO ON! GOD ? AND GES TEAM DID BLESS U WITH A LOVELY PASSING HOME WHERE U WERE VERY HAPPY?????GOD KEEP UR SWEET SPIRIT HAPPY IN UR HEAVENLY JUNGLE WITH THE SPIRIT HERD? GOD TOOK U HOME FOR U SUFFERED A LONG TIME SWEET GIRL????
Linda Lalonde says
December 27, 2019 at 3:14 pmSadly, this was inevitable, and I am just eternally grateful that it happened at Sanctuary. In a place of freedom, peace, love, caring and friendship… what more really can any of us ask? If only it had been longer for us but Ramba decided it was enough for her and that is a wondrous thing in itself. I will miss her, but I celebrate her life and take joy in the time we were blessed with seeing her bloom in Sanctuary. Blessed Be, sweet Ramba. Say hello to Guida for all of us.
Anne Walz says
December 27, 2019 at 3:16 pmSobbing again at the sight of your glorious hay-hat, dear Ramba. Your delight in sanctuary was infectious; it infused and inspired all of us. Thank you to all the now-heartbroken who loved and looked after you and made your final days a dream come true. I will always remember your smiles and rumbles and silly hats! ❤️
Márcia Sobral says
December 27, 2019 at 3:20 pmRambita! Estou em lágrimas, mas sei que você soube o que é ser um elefante feliz nesses dois meses em que viveu no Santuário. Descanse em paz, Rambita. Você estará para sempre em nossos corações.
Bobi StaySee says
December 27, 2019 at 3:35 pmPelusa, Guida and now Ramba continue to show us the priceless gift sanctuary freedom endows ~ and that time is an imaginary human concept. Miraculous to witness the bonds, the closeness, the joy in Rana’s playful attentiveness. The video of the two of them in the pond will always hold dear, precious.
Carla Osorio says
December 27, 2019 at 3:36 pmUna vida llena de abusos que solo se logró cambiar con ustedes.. Gracias por haberla cuidado y haber hecho sus últimos días llenos de felicidad.. Muchas gracias.. desde Santiago de Chile..
Janis Millu says
December 27, 2019 at 3:36 pmWe’ll see you at the Rainbow Bridge, dearest friend. Wild and free for eternity. Much loved. Never forgotten.
adrienne muselli says
December 27, 2019 at 3:42 pmRAMBAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA I AM SO SAD
Sam W says
December 27, 2019 at 3:43 pmI’m happy Ramba got to pass away in sanctuary and finally feel freedom, even if it was only for 2 months. Rest easy grandma Rambita. Thank you for being in my life, if only for a little bit. Fly free
Sandy Gayheart says
December 27, 2019 at 3:43 pmI am a new fan of your site, but I have come to love Ramba, and all the beautiful elephants. The tears are flowing for this lovely creature.♥️
sally wieland says
December 27, 2019 at 3:48 pmRoam free now precious Ramba, never to suffer for one moment ever again. I so wish that your time here in this earthly realm had been filled with joy for longer than it was, but so thankful that you ended up where you did, in such a wonderful place and with such wonderful ellie friends. And to Scott and Kat what can I say except to send the most heartfelt feelings of love and comfort …. and endless gratitude for all you did for Ramba. God bless you.
Kelejan says
December 27, 2019 at 3:56 pmI am heart broken for everyone, but at least she knew Sanctuary.
Carmen says
December 27, 2019 at 4:05 pmTras una dura batalla legal eras libre. Te merecias vivir muchos años disgrutando de este santuario con tus hermanas. Dura realidad. Te fuiste preciosa, te amaremos siempre.
Jane PLETZ says
December 27, 2019 at 5:59 pmSo sorry she left us so soon but thankful she had a few months of being loved. Rest in peace Ramba.
Barbara Edis says
December 27, 2019 at 4:17 pmMy heart goes out to all of you at the Sanctuary for the loss of Ramba. Thank goodness we were able to rescue her and give her 10 weeks of peace and freedom. I wish it could have been much, much longer.
G.J.Hilton says
December 27, 2019 at 4:26 pmWhat a dame. What a story.
And she lived happily ever after.
The whole family is tearstreaked here, but, my God, it was worth it all, every minute of it, for her to enjoy those precious final weeks of peace and joy and being an elephant.
I grieve for poor bereaved Rana, but humans know with our eyes, so we see a gap and ache. Elephants know by smell – for them, perhaps, the scent of the departed fades ever so slowly to mix forever with the whole world, indistinguishable from the breath of life and the aroma of sweet leaves.
Scott, Kat, I don’t know you, but I love and admire you to the ends of the Earth, thank you for this astonishing victory for her.
Goodnight, Ramba, you were the hay hat on life’s bristley forehead.
Leonardo Venegas says
December 27, 2019 at 4:29 pmSuch a beautiful creature I’m really sad of hearing that you passed away. After a tough life you had the chance of being loved and being well taken care! Good bye Ramba. RIP!!!
catherine says
December 27, 2019 at 4:29 pmso sorry, so sad 🙁
Rachel says
December 27, 2019 at 4:33 pmRamba’s forgiving spirit and desire to take full advantage of all the positive things sanctuary had to offer was inspiring. Watching her explore and develop relationships with the other elephants, especially Rana, was the highlight of my Facebook feed. I looked forward to the Ramba updates. Of course I wish she had years in sanctuary; but I’m so glad she had the time she did! It was worth it. My thoughts are with her dear friend, Rana, who will feel the loss the most.
Ixa Santos says
December 27, 2019 at 4:35 pmR.I.P. sweet Ramba. You will forever be in my heart!
Tara Brooks says
December 27, 2019 at 4:49 pmI will miss you beautiful Ramba! You are so loved!
Sherry says
December 27, 2019 at 4:52 pmI love you Ramba and know you are waiting at the rainbow bridge for all who love you now and forever more. We’ll all meet again someday.
Jim Driscoll says
December 28, 2019 at 10:56 amRamba it was because I found your story that I was introduced to GSE. I am now a supporter. Your legacy lives on. I’m glad for Scott and Kat that they got you the freedom at sanctuary. You left us way too soon, but, you left us as a free girl. Run free Ramba, run free. I hope to see you again on the other side of the Rainbow bridge. Good bye for now sweet girl.
Regina Palma says
December 27, 2019 at 4:59 pmCamões: “Ó alma minha gentil que te partiste. Tão cedo desta vida descontente. Repousa lá no céu eternamente. E viva eu cá na terra sempre triste. Se lá no assento etéreo onde subiste, memória desta vida se consente, lembras daquele amor ardente, que nos olhos meus tão puro vistes …. “. Foi este poema que me ocorreu quando li a notícia. Ramba. Obrigada por tudo. Esteja em paz.
Carey says
December 27, 2019 at 5:00 pmI can see why Ramba left such an impression on you, she was something else. I’m so glad that she had her final months in sanctuary, and everyone fought tenaciously to get her there. Sad that it took so long when she could have spent the last 2 + years there. Both she and Guida gone, and both seemed to die so quietly and quickly, I am grateful that both had the chance of a truer elephant life, and I miss them both. I love that both Rana and Maia had the reactions they did, a lesson to me of acceptance and love.
Gramma Tammy says
December 27, 2019 at 5:12 pmSweet sweet Ramba, sadly your time came way too soon for those of us who knew and loved you our tears won’t stop, you will forever have a special place in our hearts. Your body tired you were ready to cross the Rainbow Bridge to join your sisters in Elephant Heaven…….Scott Kat and team, my heart breaks for you all I’m so so sorry for this huge loss of Ramba but you’ve given her a peaceful tranquil place filled with love and compassion and that is something she deserved and so appreciated, Love and hugs to everyone God Bless
Cathy Parker says
December 27, 2019 at 5:52 pmOh Ramba my heart hurts to hear of your passing tears are flowing from my eyes but you brought all of us joy in bringing you to sanctuary and having a an elephant freedom to roam and be free. God bless you for our smiles and giggles watching you on videos with your buddies. I’m so sorry Scott and Kat…please know we are with you in this time and sorrow
Carmen Lucia Souza says
December 28, 2019 at 4:10 amApesar da saude frágil Ramba enfrentou a longa viagem até o SEB para nos trazer uma amorosa onda de alegria. Todos nos encantamos com ela. Rana expressava esse encantamento cuidando dela como faria uma irmã mais velha. Eu sempre me perguntava se, no fundo, Rana sabia que a saúde de Ramba era preocupante… Agora ficamos todos órfãos da sua alegria, dos chapéus de palha, dos banhos de terra, das brincadeiras na lagoa. Estamos todos tristes. Muito tristes. Acompanhando Scott, Kat e toda equipe do SEB continuaremos seguindo as pegadas amorosas deixadas por Ramba. Hoje é tempo de chorar, amanhã seguiremos. Força, manada!
Stacey says
December 27, 2019 at 5:14 pmI’m so glad she got to experience sanctuary before she passed, even if for just a short time. Thank you for not giving up on her for all those years and giving her this experience. I am so sorry for your loss.
Erin J says
December 27, 2019 at 5:14 pmSad to hear of Ramba’s passing, but ever so grateful she was finally at peace in the loving care of the sanctuary. Gone but certainly never forgotten! Love to everyone at GSE during this sad time.
Amy says
December 27, 2019 at 5:15 pmI sit here crying and beyond sadness about losing you. You are so very beautiful and were such a fighter. I loved you for a very long time all the way in San Diego California. I will never ever forget what a beautiful gentle soul you were. I will always love you Rambo!
Mona says
December 27, 2019 at 5:15 pmSweet Ramba,
Rest in peace. Thank you for sharing you beautiful soul with everybody that crossed your path.
Aimee Corso says
December 27, 2019 at 5:18 pmI’m so sorry you didn’t get to enjoy Sanctuary more but I’m so happy you got to spend your ending time there. My heart breaks for your friend Rana. Peace and love Ramba!
Barb Campbell says
December 27, 2019 at 5:19 pmI am so heartbroken to hear about Ramba ?? it amazed me that you can grow to love anything so much in such a short period of time but I loved her and her silly hay hats and mud baths. ????RIP lovely Ramba.
Ulrika Mellin says
December 27, 2019 at 5:20 pmIt feels so unfair. Lovely Ramba you stole my heart and you were the first rescue I was part of but it will not be my last. My thoughts go to everyone at the sanctuary and especially Rana <3 Rest in peace beautiful girl, I'm grateful that you got to spend you last months surrounded with love and friends. Love you ♡
Vaquinha_Muu says
December 27, 2019 at 5:22 pmRamba, I love you !! ????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????. Good bye !
Gaby says
December 27, 2019 at 5:23 pmWhat a tremendous pain to see how your sweet life was reduced to a few months of true happiness. The beauty of those innocent eyes show that the most valuable thing of animals is to be able to live in peace. Once someone told me that death is a rest that you deserve, so rest and dream of that fresh mud and those beautiful landscapes that you managed to travel.
Good trip Ramba
Patti says
December 27, 2019 at 5:24 pmBless you beautiful soul! You will not be forgot by humans and your elephant family.