RACHAEL HOWAT

Sarah Crowther

Eugenie & Ronald Groves

Brian Nelson

Phil Cole

Chris Burnett

Irene & paddy Nolan

Stephen Blair

Keith Goodman

Jean White

Tom Bagot, Nora Azzopardi & Jill Bullock

Dave Staniland & Pete Staniland

Jack Roach, Brian Lusby & John Taylor

Janet Herrick

Leslie Tointon & George Drew

Joyce and Sidney Hollins, June Roberts & Margaret and Albert Carter

Charles Cade

Vicki Holmes, David Holmes & Barrie Bowler

Lesley Harris

Trevor Horton

Christine Coward

Florence Hale & Leslie Hale

Arthur Hirst

Patricia Mitchell

Martin Quinney

Tony Shaw & Philomena Shaw

Brian Shearer & Diane Karnauskas

Marie Clarke, Wayne Mason & Adge Mason

RACHAEL HOWAT

From Mr JAMES HOWAT

RACHAEL WAS THE PERFECT DAUGHTER, SHE WAS BEAUTIFUL, COMPASSIONATE AND WAS LOVED BY EVERYONE. I AM SO PROUD TO HAVE BEEN HER FATHER.

Sarah Crowther

From Miss Bethany Hughes

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.

Eugenie & Ronald Groves

From Mrs. Joan Redford

Missing you both always
Wishing you a Merry Christmas
Love from
Joan, Paul and the family

Brian Nelson

From Mr Matthew Nelson

Phil Cole

From Mr Daniel Codd

Remembering you this Christmas. You’ll be sorely missed.

Chris Burnett

From Miss Kym Welberry

We miss you, you are now at peace our shining light

Irene & paddy Nolan

From Mrs Rachel Jenkinson

Loved and remembered always, the most special people, merry Christmas from us all x

Stephen Blair

From Mrs Teresa Blair

We all miss you Papa

Keith Goodman

From Ms. Clare Goodman

In memory of our brother Keith, much missed and never forgotten. With thanks to St Barnabas for thier loving care.

Jean White

From Mrs. Julie Dunford

Missed every day.

Tom Bagot, Nora Azzopardi & Jill Bullock

From Mrs Wendy Bagot

Dave Staniland & Pete Staniland

From Mrs Susan Ullyatt

Pete and Dave,
Two much loved brothers and an uncle to Charlie and Erin. You are both sadly missed and taken far too soon. You were both amazing brothers and as you left, a little piece of my heart left with you. You are both together now and pain free. I’m sure you look down over the girls with pride.
Love you lots
Sue, Joe, Charlie and Erin x

Jack Roach, Brian Lusby & John Taylor

From Mr. Mike Roach

Happy Christmas to our dear family and friend. We wish we could have you all at our Christmas dinner table. John, Ruby still misses you and weve even see Sue this year.
We miss you all terribly.
Julie Mike and the whole Roach family xxx

Janet Herrick

From Ms. Tracey Davis

Leslie Tointon & George Drew

From Mrs. Janet Drew

Joyce and Sidney Hollins, June Roberts & Margaret and Albert Carter

From Mrs Amy Hall

Missing them all at this time of year, and the fun we shared at Christmas time

Charles Cade

From Mrs. Emma Anderson

Remembering a much loved husband and father. Forever in our thoughts and hearts. Xx

Vicki Holmes, David Holmes & Barrie Bowler

From Miss Katie Holmes

All were amazing beautiful people with the kindest hearts.

Lesley Harris

From Miss Susan Whate

A special sister. Loved and remembered always.

Trevor Horton

From Mrs Diane Horton

Trevor you was taken so suddenly, my heart is broken but I truly hope you are at peace. I will always love and miss you 💔xx

Christine Coward

From Miss Denise Wright

Christmas won't be the same without hearing your lovely voice.
My beautiful mum shines bright now and always, loved and missed so very much xxx

Florence Hale & Leslie Hale

From Mrs. Susan Colam

We lost these two dearly loved parents 21 years and 7 years ago respectively. They will be forever in our hearts. Dedicating this light will be a symbol of them shining bright upon our lives, walking beside us always. God bless.

Arthur Hirst

From Mrs. Anna Hirst

Thinking of you this Christmas, with your red jumper and white beard, always our very own Santa. Miss you xxx

Patricia Mitchell

From Miss Rebecca Mitchell

For a loving Nanny, Mum and Wife. This will be our first Christmas without you, but you are not forgotten and will be in our hearts forever and allways.

We love you so much and will allways think of all the wonderful memories and hugs we shared ❤️

Martin Quinney

From Mr. John Gospage

Thinking of you all ways

Tony Shaw & Philomena Shaw

From Mr. Martin Shaw

Dad you are now peace with Mum.
We will treasure the wonderful times that we shared with with such loving parents/grandparents and take comfort in those memories."
Your loving family xxx

Brian Shearer & Diane Karnauskas

From Mrs. Michele Shearer

Dad/Grandad, we miss and love you. Happy Christmas, love from Chris, Michele and Elliot xxx

Diane, you were my best friend of 23 years, we laughed and cried through good times and bad times, so many shared memories together, I miss you. Happy Christmas, love Shell xxx

Marie Clarke, Wayne Mason & Adge Mason

From Mrs Pamela Mason

Your all thought about every day &
Missed by all xxx

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