The second Christmas without my best friend, I don’t know how we’ve all manage nearly a year without you. I miss you so much, we will meet again angel xxxx

Forever enjoying the view

We miss you so much, but love you even more.
Soph, George & Ed xxxxx

In our memories you both live on x x x With Love Always x x x

thinking of you and missing you every day

St Barnabas made it possible for my husband to spend his last weeks at home as he wished and I was well supported.

Remembering all the special times we had growing up, you were the best big brother I could have hoped for. We laughed, cried, squabbled but always the best of friends. I miss you more than people know. Love you always, Sarah xxxx

Thinking of you all ways

Missing you both , always . x x

To mum we all love and miss you so much you were the best mum anyone could have love from Donna Angie Vicki and Steve Xxxx

Forever in my thoughts. Love you sweetheart

Your life was a blessing
Your memory a treasure
You are loved beyond words
And missed beyond measure
Sadly missed and remembered every day
Loving wife Chris and family, Rachel & Simon, Daniel & Rachael, Jo, Callum, Alfie & Aria xxxxxxxxx

Always in our thoughts
Lots of Love
Paulette, Peter, Richard, Nigel, Alison

Always loved and remembered.

Always in my heart and thoughts xxx

In memory of a good friend of many years.
Jean & John Copsey

Miss you more than ever , we love you lots, never be forgotten

Buying the Christmas tree

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.

In memory of my wonderful Mum who is missed every day.

Love and miss you

She was/is the guide to my path and the light to my walk with God.

To Grandma and Grandad,

For your first Christmas reunited, we miss you both everyday.

With all my love,
Nicki and Chris xxxx