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 thinking of you both

Remembering my mum, dad, grandmas,grandads, My much loved friend Marie, Marion, Cheryl, Paula and all the loved ones that have passed away.

Missing you
Love Carol & Family
xxx

Bills favorite place was Disney world and we used to go on an ride with ET and at the end ET would say goodbye to you including your name. Bill made up a different name each time so ET would say "good bye Bob" and it would make me laugh so much!

Our first Christmas without you Dad. You will always be the brightest star. We love and miss you so much xxx

My dear brother Jack has just passed away on the 14 th November 2020. He fought hard over the last year but to no avail. He was the kindest husband, father, grandfather and brother. Great wicked sense of humour and loved by many. Heartbroken ????.

First Christmas without you dad x
You are missed every day and life will never be the same.
Thinking of you always
Love Ali, Ads & Chris
Xxx

⭐️Our darling beautiful Angel, we miss you more with each passing year. ????Samantha????
Mum ???? Dad????and Beverley????xx

Know that you are always in our thoughts and hearts x

Remembering my much loved and missed brother. David, at Christmas and all year round xxxx

Heavenly Christmas wished to my dad who died 2 years ago. Best dad a girl could have. Him and mum lived in Fife, Scotland (mum still does). Over his last few month's we were on the phone nearly every night. We used to watch the soaps together even though we were nearly 400 miles apart. Miss his so very much.

Our visits to see the Christmas lights on Regent Street will be one of my most special memories. I miss you dad xx

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

Merry Christmas mum we all miss so much I hope you’re partying hard and being you up. Forever missed forever loved xxx

Missing you all at Christmas time once again.

Remembering your comforting care as my wife Em passed in July 2012

In memory of my sister Elizabeth who passed away after a brave fight against cancer, I love and miss you my darling peedie sister. Rest in Peace xxxxxxx

Second Christmas without you. Missing you everyday xx

Dedicated to our wonderful dad and husband. Loved and missed every day xx

Dad,

Thank you for everything your taught me and memories you created.

So glad you got to meet Zavier, I know your looking down protecting him.

Trev,
Hannah, Joe and myself miss you and think about you every day.
We were so grateful for the care St Barnabas gave you.
Remembering you with love xx

We all love you and miss you so very much today,tomorrow, forever and always xxxxxx

Always talked about always loved so so missed