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.

Miss you every day – there is not a day goes by and I don’t think about you both. Love you xxx

In memory of my darling mum. Miss you more than ever, love you always xx

If you get a chance to look down on me, I hope you know that I am missing you.

Always in our hearts, especially at Christmas xx

My Grandma was the bravest and absolute best person in the world. Gave the best cuddles and advice and I hope I am making her proud every day.

Wonderful Husband, Father and Pappa x

Remembered dearly all year round but more so around Christmas and your Birthday time x Merry Christmas “Calan”! Xx

Merry Christmas Dad. You've got your own silly tree this year.
We love you and miss you so much.

Love Jude, Rob, Karen, Albert, Elsie, Jen, Mark, Stell, Ash and Max xx

With everlasting nonstop memories and love to my dearest darling wife. Forever in my thoughts and dreams

In loving memory of my beloved parents, who are now reunited.

Those we love dont go away they walk beside us everyday, unseen, unheard but always near, still loved still missed and very dear.

Love you always and miss you millions ????

Grandad, everywhere I go you are with me…Lots of love always Megan xx

She loved a Christmas sherry…or three!

Always loved never forgotten xxx

You were such good parents.
Thank you

So loved and missed from your wife and all your family love you always ♥️♥️xxxx

Buying the Christmas tree

Wonderful parents, both cared for by St Barnabas at home
Gone but never forgotten

Kind generous fun loving lady missed so much by all. Our 1st Christmas without our Nickie????????

Our first Christmas without you Dad! Miss you every day

My dear Mum. I miss you lots Always loved. Think about you every day. 21 years ago on the December 20th we said goodbye Love Karen, Jim and Sam xxx

For my special Dad,
Always in our thoughts,
Always in our prayers,
Always in our hearts.
xxx

My Nan was a fighter but lost her battle with Covid 19 this year. She now joins her daughter, son and my grandfather in peace.

In memory of my wonderful Mum who is missed every day.

A light dedication for our wonderful Mum who always shone the brightest at Christmas. She was the best Mum and Grandma who has started traditions that we will continue. We love and miss you to the moon , Donna, Lisa, Laura and families xxx

Merry Christmas grandad
Me and Freya love you so much
We miss you
Rest in paradise
Love
Reanne and Freya
Xxxxxx