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

In memory of a wonderful friend- deeply missed and will never be forgotten x

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

Getting engaged on Christmas Day, it was very emotional.

I love you so much and I miss you so much. I wish you was here this Christmas.
Love From,
Annie.

Miss you dad. Wish you were here to share Christmas with Baxy. I’ll tell him about the special stars for Grandad Craig when we decorate the tree this year. Love always Becky xxx

We will never forget you and miss you every second of every day xx

There is 2 big holes in my heart every day but even more so when I start the preparations and traditions from my childhood for Christmas although there are always a few tears there is always great smiles and memories that no one can ever take away xxx

Always in our hearts Jamesy, Christmas was your most favourite time of the year and it was when you chose to go xx

You saved others, but couldn't save yourself. I hope you see Chris, Charlotte, Alice, Luke and Faye and see the good you were part of.

Miss you both x

Wonderful parents who are sorely missed especially at this time of the year.

Mum, we love and miss you so much. We talk about you all the time. You spent your life thinking and caring for us and others and we thank St Barnabas for taking care of you when you needed it. We will come and visit the tree of life to see your light shining brightly just like you lighted up our life. Love you always, Jeremy, Sarah, Easton and Ebonie xxxxxxxxxx

To an amazing mum and dad, always in our hearts x

We love and miss you Dad/ Grandad/ Husband and Great Grandad
Happy Christmas and shine bright
X

A loving mum and a beautiful Auntie. Both missed every day but especially at Christmas time.

Will always remember my beautiful mum's smile, happiness and pride at seeing all her family get together to share this special time at Christmas xx love and miss you so much mum xx

Miss you every day Mum but especially at Christmas. Lots of love always, Kate & Mick xx

Miss you so much Dad, but have great memories of our Friday night pints & laughs.
Lots of love
Stephen xx

Merry Christmas up there mate X

My mum, an incredibly bright, intelligent, strong & kind woman who placed helping others above and beyond herself. She is my inspiration and I continue to grieve each and every day. There are no words that can express just how much I miss you mum.

Wishing you were both with us all at Christmas, we will be playing some of your favourite songs thinking of you both.

Remembering Dad at Christmas time, loved and missed always xxx

To my darling son Justin at Christmas your favourite time of year loved and missed always ???? happy Heavenly Christmas xxx

Thinking of you as always this Christmas – All our love Rita and family

Much loved Husband, Dad and Grandad xxxx