My mum volunteered at St Barnabas and was a nurse for 45 years. She sadly lost her battle with Motor Neurone Disease, this September, after only a few months since diagnosis. She is now at peace and back with her parents, my grandparents xx
To my beautiful Wife, Amber.
I miss you so much and will never stop loving you. You are my Wifey and will always be so.
Wishing you a very Happy Christmas – I hope you do something fantastic and fill the day with joy.
Love Stuart xxxxx
My brother Lee, the guy with the world's biggest smile. Our first christmas with out you. Shine bright x
Mum, you passed away 20th December 2020, 2 months and 2 days after dad. We are still in shock a year on, how cruel it was that you were taken from us as well as uncle Ed and dad in the same year. Despite us being absolutely devastated we understand that you didn’t want to be separated from dad after 58 years together. The only comfort we have is knowing you are back together, side by side where you belong. We did this for dad and uncle Ed and their lights shine bright on the Christmas tree so this is for you mum.
Happy Christmas, we love and miss you all so so much,
From your loving daughters Michele, Simone and Rosalind xxx
Our first Christmas without you, we hope you can see this light shine for you at one of your favourite places. We all love and miss you xxx
Our last Christmas with my daughter was amazing, we had just all been to Disneyland in Paris came home Christmas Eve and still even though she was so ill she smiled.
My Dad was always one to join in the craziness of Christmas.
They are both missed and loved
Thinking of you "Pops" now and always
love Cheryl xx
Jules was one our GIRLS. Sadly now only 6 of us now. She was a beautiful person & a joy to be with. Very proud to call her my friend.
Stu, the pain of losing you never goes away, but the memories and joy that you brought shine through even the darkest days. x
Always with me dad, love you and miss you loads xxx
Still love and miss you Darling. Always thinking of you xxxx
O – my favourite memory of GGdad is when he would.pretens to sleep in his armchair and make us jump.
T – my favourite memory of GGdad is when he would ask us to pull his finger and when we pulled it he would make a trumping noise.
Christmas was always your time to bring our family together, I miss you mum
She was a fighter till the end . Rest in peace girl.
A special lady
Always missed
I miss my family everyday but more so at christmas xxx
Always with us in spriit
Love Elizabeth x, Matthew, Jodi, Belle, Hermione and Teddy xxXxx
Beloved elder sister, both in kin and spirit
Sending you love and prayers this Christmas, Dad x x x
A wonderful husband who was taken far too soon very suddenly. Much loved and missed.
FRANK BULL – 02.01.1952 – 02.11.2019
Remembering My Frankie the love of my life!! We all miss and love you so very much. RIP my love. You are always with us in our hearts and minds. We all think of you and talk of you daily. You were our everything. We miss your smile and laughter always. Until we are together again my love. Angie, Richard, David, Ann-Marie & Grandchildren: Violet, Eve, Theia and Elias xxx xxxx
Stu, missing you more than ever, five years on yet it seems like yesterday x
Mum, Grandma & Grandad you are dearly missed especially this time of year as we always spent Christmas as a family.
We all love and miss you.
REMEMBERED WITH LOVE NOT JUST AT CHRISTMAS BUT ALWAYS.
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.
My mum was a loving mother, mother in law and nana who is missed so much. My mum dedicated her life caring for us all and for others as she worked caring for the sick and elderly. St Barnabas hospice looked after her in her last few days which was greatly appreciated by us all. Please keep up the great work you do everyday. Love to you all this Christmas time xxx