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

Dad always liked to dismiss Christmas but secretly we all knew he enjoyed it. Always there. Always involved in the day itself from carrying a bin bag collecting all the wrapping paper to washing the pots. Happy Christmas Dad x

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

Remembering our beautiful mum and nannie; our world, our inspiration, and my best friend; you are always, always with us is in all that we do and we keep you close in our hearts each and everyday.
Shine bright our beautiful guiding light xxx

Miss you Dad, until we meet again.
Love always Shaun, Scott, Kelly and Jade xxx

Remembering my dad, who always loved Christmas xx

We love you very much mum and grandma. Forever grateful to St Barnabas. Love. Jade and Fred xx

Thinking of you this Christmas Mum. Xxxx

Mum and Dad -Remembered and missed every day, but even more so at this time of year.
Love from Claire xxxx

Dad, you were the best. Think of you each and every day.

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

Our first Christmas without our wonderful and very precious mother who died on 21/11/23 from Ovarian Cancer … we will never get over losing the most special lady ever ????

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.

Thank-you mum for making all of my Christmas Days so lovely. Nearly one year without you and things will never be the same but I will always do my best to make Christmas special. I've even made a cake this year! I love you, I know you are there, Happy Christmas xxx

Miss you everyday
Simon and Emma

Happy Christmas to my man in a million.
Love and miss you forever darling
Love and hugs Carol xxxxxx

Tommy B, we all miss you and your magic energy, cheeky sense of humour and gorgeous smile so much!
We will make sure your Christmas Tree looks beautiful and the lights in the garden are just how you like them.
Love you forever and always dude Xxx

Rachael, you are in my heart and head always and forever. You were a shining light to all with your empathy and kindness, I wish I could have seen the person you would have become. I am so proud of you my darling girl. love Dad xxx

In memory of my mother.

Our first Christmas without your nanny and your first Christmas up there with grandad. Love you both x

Missing you at Christmas and always 💙

This will be our first Christmas without you but I know you'll be there in spirit

We love and miss you always. You are in our minds and hearts forever more xxx