Harold Cavill

Doreen Groves & John Groves

Adam Malin & Linda Denley

Sarah Crowther

Dennis Hannah & janice

Steve Grundy

Jayne Wyatt

Jack Roach, Brian Lusby & John Taylor

Anne Miller

Katrina Lee

Melvyn Bridgehouse

John Dring

Hannah Vines

Edna Parish

June Sutherland

Barry Warner

Helen Cichowski & Anselm Cichowski

Jill Waddington

Oddy Oddy

Patricia aka Tricia Austin

Loki Bennett

Paul Tuplin

Carl Stephen Caddle

John Keal

William Davidson & Jean Davidson

Nora Azzopardi

Mary Mcarthy

Eileen Whitaker & Ernest Whitaker

Harold Cavill

From Miss Charlotte Riddell

We have lost our dear Grandad Cavill at 93 this year. But due to COVID restrictions we didn’t get to say our goodbyes. He said many times he was ready to be in heaven with Grandma Cavill which brings our family peace. I’m hoping he will be up there this Christmas making everyone his Christmas cake and having a pint.

Doreen Groves & John Groves

From Miss Sandra Groves

Miss you both so much every year. Celebrate Christmas with the angels
I shall raise a glass to you both
Loved and missed as always.
Sandra xxx

Adam Malin & Linda Denley

From Mrs Laura Malin

Always a light in my life, forever loved and missed

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.

Dennis Hannah & janice

From Mrs. stephanie parker

Miss them so much
Especially this time of year
Love them always an forever xx

Steve Grundy

From Mrs. Sara Grundy

Missed every day

Jayne Wyatt

From Mr David Wyatt

Miss you so much, nothing compares

Jack Roach, Brian Lusby & John Taylor

From Mr. Mike Roach

Happy Christmas to our dear family and friend. We wish we could have you all at our Christmas dinner table. John, Ruby still misses you and weve even see Sue this year.
We miss you all terribly.
Julie Mike and the whole Roach family xxx

Anne Miller

From Mrs Maureen Wadsworth

Katrina Lee

From Miss Harriet Lee

Melvyn Bridgehouse

From Mr. John Taylor

Spending time with my Dad and my daughter would play with his toy bikes with him

John Dring

From Mrs. Janet Price

Remembering a loving husband, father, and grandfather. With love from all the family.

Hannah Vines

From Mrs Trish Clifford

Christmas was Hannah's favourite time x

Edna Parish

From Mrs. Emma Rowitt

Auntie Edna was an inspiration to me, and all that had the pleasure of knowing her. Despite challenges she faced, she always had a positive attitude, and such determination, strength and bravery that astounded us all. She had the kindest heart, the biggest smile and will be very missed by all that knew her. She always wanted to help others, enjoyed baking, especially rock cakes, which were amazing and has taught me so much and a real example of the woman I have become. We have so many amazing memories together, from being young in her garden watching the lilies blossom in her pond, baking all sorts of delights together to hours sat on the sofa chatting. She leaves a very big hole, however, I know her star is shining brightly above us.

June Sutherland

From Ms. Nicki Machin

It is especially hard at Christmastime without you. You loved Christmas and we would always look forward to spending it with you. Miss you always xxx

Barry Warner

From Miss Zara Waring

Merry Christmas Grandad. We are missing you lots but I hope you have a beer in your hand watching down. Its not the same without you here. Love you always our hero.
Love Zara xx

Helen Cichowski & Anselm Cichowski

From Mr. Steve Tyler

In memory of my beloved Granny and Grandad, who benefited from and truly appreciated St Barnabas. Thank you both for lighting up my life. I love you both.

Jill Waddington

From Mr Brian Waddington

For an unforgettable wife of 48 years, who was take by Cancer 11 years ago in November 2013.
Jill was a loving mother and grandmother who can never be replaced.
Why is life so cruel?

Oddy Oddy

From Mrs Blue Oddy

Our first Christmas without you Oddy…. But our memories and love for you will never fade.

Patricia aka Tricia Austin

From Mr. John Austin

Sending all the very best wishes at this time of year to all the caring staff who work and volunteer for the charity. I remember with much fondness the Hospice at Home team who cared, not only, for my wife but the whole family. God bless them all.

Loki Bennett

From Mr Liam Bennett

Happy christmas our beautiful little boy have a magical christmas up there keeping shinning bright our brightest star and keep dancing away we love you x

Paul Tuplin

From Miss Charlotte Tuplin

Happy Christmas Pops, thinking of you always and missing you more than ever at one of your favourite times of year. My shining star. Love you so much xxx

Carl Stephen Caddle

From Miss Yvette Caddle

For Dad -A Beautiful Gentleman, Father and Grandfather we will love you always and forever. We remember your final words and give thanks everyday. It is exactly as you said Dad "We must give thanks to the Lord for the life he has given us" We are always thankful for the Lord and for you more than you will ever know. Much love.

John Keal

From Mrs Diana Keal

2 years on from losing you and missing you so much that words are not enough. Our lives are so much poorer without you. You loved Christmas so much as it was a time our children and grandchildren were altogether and the inevitable empty chair at the table now is such a brutal reminder you are no longer with us. Rest in peace my love. Your beloved wife Di xxxx

William Davidson & Jean Davidson

From Mrs Nicki Higgins

To Grandma and Grandad,

For your first Christmas reunited, we miss you both everyday.

With all my love,
Nicki and Chris xxxx

Nora Azzopardi

From Mrs. Dora Wemdy Bagot

A kind and loving friend to me.

Mary Mcarthy

From Miss Claire Murphy

My grandmother sadly passed away last week. I would like to light this candle in memory of her as its our first Christmas without her.

Eileen Whitaker & Ernest Whitaker

From Mrs. Michele Shearer

Dad, you passed away 18th Oct 2020, you were our hero and the strength and backbone of our family.
Mum, you passed away 20th Dec 2020, you were always there for us when we needed to talk. We are all so shocked but understand that you didn’t want to be separated from dad after being together for 58 years.
We are devastated and in so much pain right now from losing you both, the only bit of comfort we have is knowing that you are back together, side by side where you belong. Please don’t worry about us, in time we will be ok and we will look out for one another like you’ll want us to do.
We will never forget you and everything you did for us, you will be missed so much and our lives from now on will never be the same.
Take care of one another mum and dad, we’ll see you again one day, sleep tight,
Your loving daughters,
Michele, Simone and Rosalind
XXX

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