Hello, I have made a kind donation in memory of my amazing mum, Sarah and would love to share her story.

My mum was cared for by St Barnabas hospice, and stayed in the inpatient unit November-December 2024. At the age of 38 she had been diagnosed with a rare, incurable form of genetic lung cancer. Her short battle with cancer was terrible for us all to see, but the incredible care she received at your hospice meant the world to us.

One of the last memories we ever made with our mum was watching the torchlight procession together outside the unit. The staff assisted in bundling my mum up in blankets and fluffy socks and wheeled her outside to watch the light walk with her family and children. There were tears, smiles, laughter, kind words and hugs from those passing by. I am heartbroken yet honoured to be participating in the walk this year in honour of my mother.

On the 4th of December, the staff set up their conservatory to allow us to spend one last Christmas Day as a family. We laid presents under the beautiful tree, played music and ate a Christmas dinner and cakes brought in by family. My mum was able to watch her young boys and teenage girls open the presents she’d picked out for them earlier in the year, alongside being spoilt herself with lots and lots of bracelets, teddy bears and skincare! The nurses were constantly on hand to assist with pain management and ensuring my mum was comfortable throughout the day.

The staff gave it their all, from washing, brushing and drying mum’s hair to being there for a broken family in the worst moments of their life. They went above and beyond to allow us to make those last memories. The nurses constantly spoke to me and my siblings and ensured we were staying as strong as possible! Mandy stayed with us as my mum took her last breaths and I’m forever grateful that we had her support and guidance, and that she showed my mum complete compassion and gentle care right up until the end.

My mum was treated with respect and dignity until the moment she left your unit. She loved the yummy food, joking around with her nurses and watching the squirrels and birds from her window. It felt like home.

Thank you St Barnabas, we will always keep your charity close to our hearts. You have made a huge difference to our lives.

Another Christmas without you Dad.
We all miss you tremendously.
You are always in our thoughts and hearts ♥️
Julie, Alan, Luke, Gemma, Leon, Mollie, Markus,
Graeme and Lois x x x

I think of Rod every day. But at this time of year it is so much harder, I’ll love him forever xx

To my lovely Gran and Granfer, Miss you everyday, my light shines brightly for you both. The robins have been visiting, so i know you are near. Biggest love, Minnie xxx

Miss you both x

To my brave and loving mum. Always in my heart.

Miss you both so much every year. Celebrate Christmas with the angels
I shall raise a glass to you both
Loved and missed as always.
Sandra xxx

Always in our thoughts, we have so many memories to treasure forever in our hearts.
As the years go by we miss you more than words can say.
All our Love
Wendy, Graham, Nicola, Ross, Matthew, Josh & Lily

where do I start …truly hard to believe you are still not by oursides ❤️‍????there’s not a day goes by that I wish you were here????I miss our everyday chats????carols cafe????our fit of the giggles????our milky coffees ????our day trips out????our times just being together at No. 6????your smiles????if we could take a walk down memory lane just once more how I would love that????one amazing????kind????caring????selfless????funny????most loved Mum and Glam gran to your beautiful girlies ????if love could of saved you, you would be here forever ????????????keep us close ????until we meet again ????xx

In memory of our mum . We love and miss you more than words can say .
Sara & Claire 💖💖💖

Merry Christmas Mum and Daniel. Where ever you are, I hope you're together x

Constantly loved, forever remembered. Xx

Always in our hearts. We love and miss you so much xx

Miss you and love you Gran xx love your soul mate

Missing you everyday mum especially this time of year you loved we will never forget you xxxx

Thoughts of a much loved husband and father.
Missed every day.

George misses his Daddy so much, we will love you forever xxxx

Thank-you mum for making all of my Christmas Days so lovely. Nearly one year without you and things will never be the same but I will always do my best to make Christmas special. I've even made a cake this year! I love you, I know you are there, Happy Christmas xxx

Hope you’re looking after my Phil up there Grandma, love and miss you both so much xxx

Merry Christmas love from all of us

Dear Harry , we remember you at Christmas time and every day and know you are with us, daddy loves you very much , until we meet again ❤️ lots of love Daddy, Daizy, Rachel , and all the family . Xxxxxxxxxxx

Always in our thoughts two wonderful parents.

Life isn't the same without you, Mum. Missing you loads. Love, Tina xxx

remembered with much love

To my amazing parents, forever in my heart, you are greatly missed xx