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Sad news: Toto has passed away |
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Written by Dr. Lorraine Docherty
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Saturday, 09 March 2013 01:48 |
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We are very sad to announce that Toto passed away this morning.
Yesterday he didn’t want to leave his sleeping quarters and he didn’t eat very much. Toto spent the day with his beloved Waty, who preferred to stay with him. Although it's so very sad that he has passed away, we are relieved that he died peacefully in his sleep. When we arrived this morning he was on the platform, as though he was resting.
Sadly it was not unexpected news. For some time we have been aware that at 57 years old, his body was declining. Even in passing he has left us with a feeling of tranquility and dignity, characteristics that he will always be remembered for. We feel privileged to have known him for 10 years and that we have been able to give him a good life with his close knit group. And we are grateful that we can look back and admire him in his role as leader, friend and role model for children.
He was one of the oldest chimpanzees, not only in Europe but also worldwide. He has had a long and not always full life. He was kidnapped from the forest in Africa, used as a pet, and then lived in a zoo where he lived alone too long after his mate died. In April 2003, when he arrived at the sanctuary there was so much excitement when he went to live with Romie, Bongo and Waty. Over the years he became the leader of a group that grew with the addition of Nico, Sara, Juanito, Victor, Tico and Africa. And very soon Coco, Tom and Bea will join the group too. What a pity that Toto will not be here to see their integration into the group.
Thanks to all of our sponsors and contributors for helping us to guarantee a dignified life for Toto for ten years and surrounded by love and respect.
Toto, you will always be in our hearts. Now you can rest in peace. |
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Last Updated on Saturday, 09 March 2013 02:05 |
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Leaving a legacy to Mona will help secure our primates' future. |
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Written by Dr. Lorraine Docherty
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Monday, 31 December 2012 04:01 |
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Why leave MONA-UK a legacy?
Legacies are essential for us to ensure that we will be around in the future to care for our rescued primates for the rest of their loves, which can be as long as 50-60 years for chimpanzees.
A gift to us in your Will has the power to ensure our primates have security for the future.
Whichever way you choose to make or update your Will it's absolutely vital to include our full name. Please specify that you are leaving your gift to "MONA-UK, UK Registered Charity No. 1109558".
First step: Contact a solicitor or professional Will writer
You can find a solicitor in your area through the Law Society. Alternatively, you could contact The Institute of Professional Willwriters.
Types of legacy There are a few different types of legacies. Your solicitor will be able to help and advise you on which one would be best for you. A gift of a percentage of your estate (residuary) will make the biggest difference to us – because it will keep its value better than a gift of a fixed sum of money (pecuniary). It's also an easy way to provide for the causes that are important to you after loved ones have been looked after.
Financial benefits of leaving a gift in your Will Legacies are generally exempt from inheritance tax, so a gift in your Will to MONA-UK could be tax free for us and in some circumstances could reduce the amount of inheritance tax your loved ones are liable for. If you would like more information, please visit the HMRC website. |
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Last Updated on Monday, 31 December 2012 04:44 |
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Written by Dr. Lorraine Docherty
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Friday, 21 December 2012 02:42 |
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Merry Christmas from Bongo, the other chimps and the MONA team and best wishes for 2013! P.S. if you want to get a Christmas treat for the chimps, there's still time!
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Last Updated on Friday, 21 December 2012 02:53 |
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