A strength I'm still learning from. One I should have realised earlier than I did. Love you mum.

With all our love, always xxx.

You will always live on in our hearts. Never to be forgotten. Rest in peace. Xx

Thinking of you today, and everyday; remembering the light you brought to the world.
With love from Gemma, Becky, Ettie, Joe and Ashley xxx

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.

Miss you each and every day

Always on my mind Jamesy, forever in my heart, love Mum xxxx

Merry Christmas Dad. The first one without you. I love you and miss you so so much!

Forever your little girl, Sophie xxxx

Sarah, this will the first Christmas we will be spending without you and we all miss you so much. You were our world and we are lost without you. There is not an hour that goes by where you are not in our thoughts. Fly high princess. Love you forever and always. Xxx

Love and miss you dad.
Lots of love, Karen and Kev xxx
Special grandad to Alex and Phil xxx

In loving memory of our beautiful mum.
This will be our first Christmas without you. It was always such a happy time for us and you loved to get the family together for a big meal out go out dancing with dad.
Thank-you for always being there, supporting me and giving unconditional love. I never felt judged by you, and you always made me feel secure taking my own path in life.
We can't believe you are gone and will miss you forever.

Tony, I miss you every day. My life is now dedicated to your memory and the life we had together.

I have the fondest memories of Christmas as a child with my dad and mum and sister was amazing!
Recently memories of spending time with my mum in law who came and stayed for Christmas lunch.

Remembering happy Christmas days with you both, your favourite time year! You are forever in hearts, now and always. Keep shining bright xxx

To a much loved husband,Dad & Grandad,forever in our hearts.xx

The most kind and loving husband anyone could ask for. He was an amazing step father and grandfather too. He is dearly missed by us all.

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

Happy Christmas Mum! Shine bright we love and miss you eternally. Love John, Amy and boys xxxx

Forever missed xx

Christmas memories of a very special man. X

Always a wink and a cheeky smile. Forever 16, always in my heart ♥️
Shine bright son, love dad xxx

Remembering Pam, a much-loved and much-missed wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandma, sister and aunt

I miss you my darling every day. I’ll carry a torch for you again this year. Love you always and forever. Xxxxxx

We will never forget them they will be loved and missed everyday xxx

Miss you both. x

Love you all very much and miss you. Look after each other on the other side…Jack is on his way. xxxx

Dear Mum, I miss you every day, but am so grateful for all the happy times we shared at Christmas. Lots of love, Melanie