Thinking of you all, not only at Christmas but always. Xx

For my loving husband who always enjoyed Christmas, this was his most favourite time of the year.

Remembering closest family members Always Loved & Missed so very much ❤️❤️❤️❤️

Christmas was always your time to bring our family together, I miss you mum

In memory of Anne Skinns and thanking St Barnabas for their support.

The first Christmas without you!. We have a big Stuart (Dad) shaped hole in our lives that cannot be filled. We miss you so much, love Phil, Ryan and Jack xx

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

We miss you so much, but love you even more.
Soph, George & Ed xxxxx

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.

We always love you and will forever miss you Mum. We always look up to the stars for you. One day we will be together again xxx

With lots of love, remembering you at Christmas and always xxx

Wonderful Husband, Father and Pappa x

You’ll always be home with us at Christmas. Miss you dad.

My beloved parents,
who made me who I am and who loved unconditionally,
Never forgotten❤️

Gone but never forgotten m. Always in my heart ❤️ XxXx

Dearly loved husband, devoted dad and grandad. Loved and remembered always.

Chris loved Christmas and the joy it brings to families and individuals alike. Her birthday was on the 21st December and our daughters wedding anniversary on the 22nd, so a very happy time with lots to celebrate. Chris was a Christian and had faith that Jesus would help her through the difficult times, which I am sure he did. Our Christmas festivities started by attending the carol service at the Cathedral and then getting ready for the big day with our daughter and her family. She took so much pleasure in giving and seeing the joy that it brought to others – that is what I remember about her at this time of year.

To the best mum and nanny there ever was! Love and miss you loads Lucy and family

To a loving grandad who had the unique power to light up every room he walked into. Thank you for keeping us all so young at heart ????

Missing you so much sleep tight x

To a one in a million Dad
Loved and missed every day.
God bless. shine bright

Love from Mandy, Jack, Frankie @ Loulou xx

With love this Christmas and always

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

Thinking of you at Christmas and always.

My dearest love. You are missed and thought of every single day.