Friday, December 5, 2025

Former Canine Mayor Bentley James (2012-2025)

2014 photo of Bentley

Bentley James Webster
February 29, 2012 – September 28, 2025

His best friends called him Lord Bentley James, a name befitting his King Charles Cavalier breeding. His role as comfort companion started when his human dad developed memory issues. During that time, he was a constant companion, one who gave his dad unconditional love and quiet company.

When George Webster passed, Bentley James was a savior to his mom. Shelli was grieving her greatest loss, and Bentley James gave her that same loving attention. In his lifetime, he has been a friend to anyone who needed one. To his neighbors on J Avenue, he was royalty. His role as Coronado’s Canine Mayor, from 2014 to 2016, gave him opportunity to showcase the value of our four-legged friends. He performed his mayoral duties with finesse and style. Nearly 14 years later, we say goodbye to Lord Bentley James. He may be gone from our present world, but he will never be forgotten. His surviving relative is Shelli Webster.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to PAWS of Coronado, at pawsofcoronado.org.



9 COMMENTS

  1. Thank you for your kind words, we have all endured the loss of a beloved companion… it’s never easy for anyone to lose the unconditional love of theses wonderful creatures….🥲

  2. I’m so sorry Shelli. I never knew Bentley James but I understand your loss and how special he was to you. My Thomas Jefferson has been much the same to me. It is so hard to lose a real and true love. Take care.

  3. Im so sorry to hear of Lord Bentley James’ crossing over. Its difficult to lose our beloved fur babies, but so worth the ride of unconditional love and loyal companionship. If only they could live longer lives, 10 to 20 years is just way too short. I hope you find peace in the memories shared. Love you.

    • Thank you for your kind words, we have all endured the loss of a beloved companion… it’s never easy for anyone….🥲

  4. So lovely. He was a charmer along with being a beautiful representative of CKC breed.
    Wonderful words for a wonderful companion.

  5. Thank you for honoring a good friend to our community. He truly was a special boy, a furry companion who always knew when the time was right to share his affection. Bentley James will be missed greatly.

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