My 14 year old short haired calico was euthanized last Monday. Like Socks, she had cancer - Lymphoma.
I’m not a vet, but what I’ve learned from this experience is that cancer in older cats is very very tough to beat. Sometimes the cure is tougher than the disease.
My deepest sympathy to you, Sandy, and to those who loved and cared for Socks. This is my first weekend without Scarlet and I miss her terribly.
I know what you mean. I keep thinking I see Phoebe... she was a beautiful tuxedo cat.