Missing you Mum. Love from All of Us xxx

A special husband, Dad and Grandad
Constantly loved, ever remembered xxxx

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

Forever in our hearts

23rd Christmas without you and it still feels like yesterday, loved and remembered every single day, xxx

Loved and remembered every day

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.

Merry Christmas mum I miss you so so much more than ever forever love,
your little miss sunshine ❤️ ❤️

Remembering a much loved husband and father. Forever in our thoughts and hearts. Xx

Love and miss you all so much especially at this time of year. X

Remembering our very special Dad, Dad in law and Grandad at Christmas time. We miss you so much.xxxx

Rod I’ll love and remember you always and forever xx❤️

My darling Tony
We didn’t know last Christmas that you would leave us before we were ready to let you go. Missing you still and always.
God bless.
Sending you all my love until we are together again .
Alison xxx

You’re the best Dad.
We love and miss you so much.
We know you will always be with us and watching over us ❤️

A much loved brother after a long illness, a dear friend who took his own life, and a dearest friend who was taken far too early, and very quickly. St Barnabas supported her in her final days, thank you x

Love & miss you so much, the best Dad, Grandad & Great Grandad xxxxxxxx

Dave and Anne
Always in our hearts and memories

Suzanne and Joe Xx

Constantly loved, forever remembered. Xx

Nanna,
My first Christmas without you here.
Another massive void was left in my life, the day you returned to Grandad and Mum's arms, but I was fortunate to have you by my side for so long. Forever grateful for the love and happy memories you left behind. I will hold onto those, until we meet again my beautiful Nanna.
I love and miss you xxx

She was a beautiful person and is with the angels and her loved ones that went before her.

Remembering all of the happy times

He is always in my heart.

Missing you mum.

We love and treasure you both always

Merry Christmas dad, always remember you drinking your whisky on Christmas day telling silly jokes and one of your great Christmas dinners. Miss you so much xxxx