Freddy Smart

Patricia Dunham

Joan Pratt

Jo Cooke, Kathleen O’Connell & JJ O’Connell

Peter Savage

Sheila Wood

Elizabeth (Betty) Horswood

Claudine Morley

Ann Flack

Terry Cardy & Jeanne Cardy

David Nicholls

Holly Bramley & Gemma Weaver

David Reeson

Glyn Hind

Paul Butler

Ron RICHARDSON

RACHAEL HOWAT

Patrici Sinclair

Margaret Bridge & Hylda Philpott

Linda Woodroof

Janet Cook

Ted Moon

Sarah Crowther

Geoff Sykes

Christine Coward

Shaun Parfitt

Dave Nottingham & Karen Hirst

Bill Gelsthorpe, Norman Hagen & Hilda Hagen

Freddy Smart

From Mrs Alison Butler

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

Patricia Dunham

From Miss Joanne Dunham

Always in my thoughts at this time of year xx

Joan Pratt

From Miss Myfanwy Burrell

My Grandma, who was an amazing, kind woman who made the best chicken pies that would put Delia to shame! She is missed every day.

Jo Cooke, Kathleen O’Connell & JJ O’Connell

From Mrs. Lynn O’Connell

A treasured memory of my Sister, myself and her son singing ‘Lily the pink’ at the top of our voices. We were laughing and lost in the moment. This happened a week before Jo was sedated and passed away. Xxxx

Parents JJ and Kathleen were the most amazing parents, Grandparents and in laws you could wish for. Always with us xxx

Peter Savage

From Miss Caroline Morgan

A wonderful, kind, loving man. Who will be forever loved.

Sheila Wood

From Miss Ellie Wright

Nanny wood, you were the strongest and bravest woman I ever knew. Our first Christmas without you will be the hardest but I know you are watching down over us ❤️The time you gave to the British legion will forever be remembered and appreciated by many.

Elizabeth (Betty) Horswood

From Mr. Toke Enstone

Thinking of you at this special time of year. Our second year without you.
I miss you very much.
Happy heavenly Christmas
Love from
Toke

Claudine Morley

From Mrs Kate Aspin

Always remember her birthday was the 21st December and we'd trim our tree on that day as children. Christmas remains a very special time for me, I married at Christmas and both of our children have birthdays near Christmas too. She is always missed. X

Ann Flack

From Miss Andrea Cooper

Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there. I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry;
I am not there. I did not die.

Mummy ????

Terry Cardy & Jeanne Cardy

From Mrs Jane Nridgwstet

In memory of mum and dad at Christmas.

David Nicholls

From Miss Reanne Nicholls

You wasn’t just my grandad you was my dad and my best friend. I wish you could have met Freya and I wish I could call you and tell you all about her and our life. I know your here with me but I wish I could just hear your voice and see your face. I love you grandad and we will see each other again!

Holly Bramley & Gemma Weaver

From Miss Sophie Swinburn

Merry Christmas up in heaven i look up to the stars and look for the brightest one and think of you down here is not the same here without you love and missing you so much xx

David Reeson

From Mrs. sarah turner

Love and miss you every day Dad xxx

Glyn Hind

From Miss Jade Hind

Going to Chris cringle and then driving around looking at all the lights

Paul Butler

From Mr. Richard Silver

Much missed mate RIP

Ron RICHARDSON

From Mrs. Sharon Mann

Happy Christmas Daddy,
My dad is the most beautiful caring amazing person you could ever wish to meet, we love you and miss you so very much xxxxxxx ❤️

RACHAEL HOWAT

From Mr JAMES HOWAT

RACHAEL WAS THE PERFECT DAUGHTER, SHE WAS BEAUTIFUL, COMPASSIONATE AND WAS LOVED BY EVERYONE. I AM SO PROUD TO HAVE BEEN HER FATHER.

Patrici Sinclair

From Mrs. Denise Streeter

Miss you mum. Everytime I walk along the prom, I remember us having ice-cream and strawberry sauce. Xxx

Margaret Bridge & Hylda Philpott

From Mrs Linda Smith

Love you miss you

Linda Woodroof

From Mrs. Sarah Kail

A Christmas light for love and peace in memory of my darling mum.

Janet Cook

From Mrs. Jean Buckton

Remembering my dear sister at Christmas time, always in my heart ❤️ xxx

Ted Moon

From Mrs Jo Moon

We miss you every day. Christmas will not be the same without you. Love you xxx

Sarah Crowther

From Miss Bethany Hughes

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.

Geoff Sykes

From Mrs J Turner

Love and miss you loads Dad, you have always been my guiding light, your star shines forever bright, light of my life and guiding star shining bright from afar forever,
God bless
Julie xxx❤️

Christine Coward

From Miss Denise Wright

Christmas won't be the same without hearing your lovely voice.
My beautiful mum shines bright now and always, loved and missed so very much xxx

Shaun Parfitt

From Mrs Jinny Parfitt

You are missed so much by so many

Dave Nottingham & Karen Hirst

From Mrs. Beverley Carmichael

Christmas is never the same again after a loved one dies but you learn to be grateful for the happy memories and to look for the good in every day.
Dave and Karen, you are both loved so very much.

Bill Gelsthorpe, Norman Hagen & Hilda Hagen

From Mrs. Sharon Gelsthorpe

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