For Gary, the biggest kid at Christmas so many brilliant memories of Christmas together. Loved and missed every day but more than ever at Christmas. Special kisses for grandad from Brooke, Blake, Sebastian and Elody xxxxx

02/12/2022 Christopher Reeve You our very own Super Man lost your last fight. We know you are flying high watching over us. Your pain has gone away, ours lives on everyday with out you. We will never forget you. Shine Bright and know our Love will Never Fade. Lots of Love Your Reevies x x x x

Will always remember my beautiful mum's smile, happiness and pride at seeing all her family get together to share this special time at Christmas xx love and miss you so much mum xx

Granny

I miss watching the queens speech with you.

Missing you more than ever.

Happy Christmas

xxxx

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.

In loving memory of the best mummy anybody could ever have, who was looked after so well by St Barnabas

Mum, Christmas won't be the same without you, but I promise there will be laughter amongst the tears. You gave us all so many magical, joyful Christmas memories (and delicious food!). That magic will never fade.

You spent your life helping others, and now I know first hand just how invaluable St. Barnabas nurses like you are.

To all of you at St. Barnabas, you are angels on earth.

Thinking of our cherished family who we can no longer see at Christmas time. Always in our thoughts and hearts xxx

Thinking of you all, especially at this time of year! You are missed but never forgotten, we all love you so much!
All our love, always xxxxx

A lovely caring husband and father xx

My dear Mum loved Christmas – it was her favourite time of year, bless her..
My father-in-law Keith was born on 23rd December – remembering him on his special day.

Dad,
I miss your smiling face but know that you are watching over me always. You are forever in my heart, until we meet again.
Love always, your buddy, Abbie xx

Thoughts of a much loved husband and father.
Missed every day.

Will be remembered always as a great Dad and loving husband xx

Thinking of you and miss every day

Dad, I miss you so much, this Christmas is going to be hard for us all first one without you but we will be thinking about you especially when I’m cooking the pigs in blankets haha
Love you always and miss you everyday
Love Katie, Andy, Josh and Evie x x x x

To Kevin,

I’ve never met you, but want to say how wonderful your daughter is. There were times I didn’t think I would make it through the year, but she has saved me in more ways than she’ll ever know and I will be forever grateful.

You should be sooooo proud of her and I know she misses you so much.

Hopefully one day I’ll get to meet you and tell you how wonderful she is, how she has turned in to a beautifully funny and kind person, always thinking about others.

James

My darling Mummy who l lost last year. My guardian Angel your bright Star still shines as bright! Love and miss you mum x

In Loving Memory of a dearly loved cousin and uncle sadly missed love you both to the moon and back always xx

We all miss you Daddy, you always made life more fun and interesting with your humour and talents. I love you and hope you can see your little Leonidas and keeping Orion company. Your family xxxx

Poppy Jim 2 yrs without you now Dad and missed every single second of every single day.
We all love you so very much.
Love you Millions from Victoria xxxxxx

Our Jon, loved and remembered every day. We miss him so much especially at special times like Christmas.

The brightest star, love and miss you always. Forever by my side. x

Love you and Miss you all so much.
Fond and happy memories.
Until we meet again.
Shine brightly!

Sarah was cared for by St Barnabas, and went to heaven 06 Dec 2024.
She was courageous to the end . Forever 39 and forever missed .

Remembering with love and affection my very dear Dad, Uncle & Auntie at Christmas time.