King Kenneth Ridgeway

Adam Gibbons

Lesley Harris

Barrie Tozer

Alan Wiles

Eileen Whitaker

Jean Nicholls

Helen Bullen & Alan Goodenough

Stuart Cameron

Sarah Crowther

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Mary Fleming

Ted Hooker

Helen Power

Hazel Donohue, John Donohue & Paul Donohue

David Gorwood & Brenda Gorwood

Alan Steed

Anthony Walker

Alison Breese

Eddie Allen

Stephen Seymour & Christine Ross

David Searby

Ashley Teal

Sandra Auckland

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Theresa Bradshaw & Mark Davies

John Lowe

Dyllys Firth

King Kenneth Ridgeway

From Ms. Cleopatra Ridgeway

Dear Daddy, your golden voice will ring through the ages and your music will touch many more hearts to come. We miss you immensely and may your tenor voice be ringing out true and clear wherever you are. I love you Daddy.

Adam Gibbons

From Ms Ruth Gibbons

Adam always enjoyed Christmas, decorating the tree, making mince pies and the Christmas Pudding.
Christmas is not, and never will be same without him here to share it with.

Lesley Harris

From Miss Susan Whate

A special sister. Loved and remembered always.

Barrie Tozer

From Mrs. Lesley Tozer

My first Christmas without my soulmate and I'm going to miss him so so much , his silliness with our grandchildren, his laugh, his many funny ways but most of all his love, not a day goes by that I don't miss you Barrie and wish you were still by my side, love you always, shine bright to lead the way for me to join you.

Alan Wiles

From Mrs. Kerry Potter

When ever he used to get up out his chair we sound all jump into his spot! He waould say "who's sitting in my chair" lol a tradition passed on from his 9 grandkids tonis 3 grate grandkids x

Eileen Whitaker

From Mrs. Michele Shearer

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

Jean Nicholls

From Mr Andi Sheldon

Thinking of you with so much love x

Helen Bullen & Alan Goodenough

From Mrs Jane Lofts

During my daughter’s life we would often attend events to raise money for St Barnabas not thinking that one day at age 30 she would receive amazing care from the hospice nurses. We miss her everyday but especially at Christmas when we all get together.

Stuart Cameron

From Ms. Geraldine Hovey

Always in our thoughts xx

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.

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From Mr Alan Taylor

Mary Fleming

From Miss Laura Fleming

The most courageous woman I have ever known. She was selfless, caring and thoughtful. I had the privilege of having her as my mum. I miss her greatly. She has left the biggest whole in our lives that can never be filled. Love you forever mum ❤

Ted Hooker

From Mrs. Karen Herbert

Love and miss you Dad every day love from Karen xx

Helen Power

From Mrs Christine Cobham

Our first Christmas without you….Love you forever Mum xx

Hazel Donohue, John Donohue & Paul Donohue

From Mrs Lynne Rowitt

Missing you all so much.
Light up a life helps us to remember you at this time of year.
Always in our thoughts, love always to our great dad, wonderful mum and an amazing brother xxx

David Gorwood & Brenda Gorwood

From Mrs Hayley Gorwood-baker

Finally together. The best mum and dad, nanny and grandad we could of wished for. Missed every day. Love ya all xx

Alan Steed

From Miss Jazmin Dennett

I’m remembering my lovely, kind, funny and generous Grandad and great grandad to my 3 children.
We miss you everyday, it’s been a really tough time not having you with us but we talk about you snd our memories and we look for you in each day.
Cobie and I look for you in the sky ????
Love and miss you so much xxx

Anthony Walker

From Mrs. Kerry Flower

My Christmas cake never tastes as good as yours did xx

Alison Breese

From Mrs. Kathleen McDonough

In memory of Alison Breese, who lit up everyone’s lives with her personality and caring for others , sorely missed xx

Eddie Allen

From Mrs Rachel Rossington

Stephen Seymour & Christine Ross

From Miss Kayleigh Seymour-Smalley

David Searby

From Mrs Christine Searby

Love you for Ever

Ashley Teal

From Mrs. Paula Teal

My husband and my hero, never forgotten. All my love always and forever xXx

Sandra Auckland

From Mrs. Karen Smith

My Mum, loved Christmas and loved us all being together as a family. She is missed soooooo much xx

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From Mrs Patricia Newsum

Theresa Bradshaw & Mark Davies

From Mrs Kelly Davies

John Lowe

From Miss Toni Lowe

To our John.
Much loved Husband , father , papa and brother.
Forever missed and always in our thoughts , especially at Christmas.

Love you forever
Your family ❤️

Dyllys Firth

From Mrs. Alexia Harrison

Mum loved Christmas. It was all about family. She was well known for buying ‘quirky’ gifts

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