The world is a sadder place without you

My grandma collected on behalf of St Barnabas for many years prior to her sad passing. I spent the majority of my Christmas’s with her, sharing the festive day which normally ended with some games of scrabble, of course, she always won! In honour of all the work she did to help St Barnabas, I want to carry on her legacy by supporting this charity which was very close to her heart.

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

Miss you every year dad x
Will pull a cracker and will
wear a hat in your honour.
Baxter wishes a Happy Christmas to his grandad xxx Love you always Becky xxx

I have the fondest memories of Christmas as a child with my dad and mum and sister was amazing!
Recently memories of spending time with my mum in law who came and stayed for Christmas lunch.

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 everyday xx

Forever in my thoughts and always in my heart.

Missed dearly.

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

Mum lived all her life in Nettleham and did flower sales in support of St Barnabas. She passed away at the hospice in January 2022. She lived Christmas and her family and is sorely missed.

She was a life friend to my mother in law, they had been friends for over 40yrs, and sadly she lost her fight with cancer recently..

I will always remember our Christmas just the 3 of us in the Cayman Islands and you falling off the boat at Stingray City

In loving memory of my dear wife, Pam.. A wonderful Wife, Mother and Grandmother and a friend to so many.

truly the most loved Mum & Dad💞I miss everything about you both💞the laughs💞the cuddles💞the time you spent with us and your beautiful girlies 💞the milky coffee catch ups💞the holidays we shared together💞…I didn’t know we were making memories 💞I thought you were here for forever 💞until we meet again 💞keep us close💞forever young💞we miss you both so much 💞x

My beautiful Grandma. May god bless you and I hope you are resting in peace. I love you so much. Heaven gained an angel when you left us and you’ll be forever my guardian angel ❤️????

Carole is in our hearts and with us every day but Christmas was her favourite time of year, she loved being in the heart of the kitchen laughing and joking with everyone.
Miss you big sis xx

Remembering my dad, who always loved Christmas 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

All remembered with love by sons daughter & grandchildren

Always remembered ♥️

Love Barbara,Sue, Mandy & Diane

We all miss you so much, but will love you forever xxx

Remembering happy times

Always in our thoughts and much loved and missed by all of his family.

My dad died last year at the age of 57 from motor neurone disease and St Barnabas were amazing providing support throughout.
Missed every single day and will be loved forever, the most wonderful dad & husband xxx