Always in my heart.

Claire, missed always. Helen & Mum xx

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.

Always loved, Never forgotten, Forever missed. Merry Christmas ❤️

although we would have loved to shared one last Christmas together,
that was not to be.
Happy Christmas to my Dad.

To mum & Dad
You are in our thoughts everyday but especially at this time of year. Our Christmas will not be the same without you both we all miss you both so much.
Love always karen, Cheryl, chris and all your grandchildren and great grandchildren xxxx

We had the privilege of being with our baby Emma for just one day yet ever since keeping her lovingly within our hearts.

My dear Mum loved Christmas – it was her favourite time of year, bless her..
My father-in-law Keith was born on 23rd December – remembering him on his special day.

It’s about this time of year when you’d be enjoying a cherry brandy or two!
It may have been many years but I still miss you Granny
Love Fi xx

Geoff darling, memories will never leave me, I love you

Another Christmas without Granny’s magic. Miss and love you more than you can imagine xxx

We never did much to celebrate at Christmas, treating it as any other day really. However, this will be first Christmas without you and I’m expecting it to be difficult, as it is was at the time of our anniversary and birthdays.
We shared so many special times.
Happy heavenly Christmas my darling ????????????

Mum
Merry Christmas
Love
Matt
xxx

To the sweetest, kindest Angel that was taken too soon, you will always be remembered with love and never forgotten xxx

To mum
missing you so much .thank you for being there whenever I needed you . I know your looking down on me
All my love Martin xxx

Always and forever in my heart, Not only at Christmas, Everyday. They say it gets easier.. with time.. It doesn't and whilst I've had a few Christmas's without you Dad, It’ll be my first without you both, Hopefully Ryan has found his way, to you, back in your arms. Forever 27, My Son I love you always❤️

In loving memory of my great friend and wingman who will never be forgotten and forever in my heart. Fly high my mate ❤️

Kevin its our first Christmas without you but our hearts and thoughts will be filled with love for you, miss you x

Missing you every day beautiful girl❤️❤️❤️????????????????????????????????????

Thanking you all from our hearts for looking after dad. ????????Jilli, Kev and family xxxx

Missing my beautiful mum especially at Christmas time xx love you mum xx

Always loved forever missed
Love Jane, ash and your beautiful granddaughters lily-mae & serenity

Merry Christmas.
All my love
Ellie xx

Remembering all the wonderful Christmases spent with my mum and all the love and laughter we shared. She is forever in our hearts and our memories, at Christmas and always xxx

Remembering you all at Christmas as you shine like stars in the sky … Roger, Pete, Jamie xxx

My lovely special father, I think of you often and still miss you so much.xxx

Merry Christmas up there mate X