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.

My rock and guide then and now
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Missed so much on our first Christmas without you x

Forever in our hearts, we miss you so much!

Love Natasha, Ben, Rebecca, Tom, Evie, Jacob, Lacey and Watson

Dave you were my big brother and a wonderful uncle to the girls. You kept your sense of humour until the very end. Proud to say you were my brother.
Love you lots Sue x

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.

All were amazing beautiful people with the kindest hearts.

Forever missed and loved

Love and miss you at Christmas and every day of the year x

Still miss you all so much
Love Gill, Gemma, Matthew
Love Madison and Megan

Love you always. Xx

…truly the most caring????kind????funny????gentle soul ????✨????how lucky we were to be blessed with a beautiful momma bear and glam gran ????✨????I miss our everyday chats????our giggling fits????our days out together ????our just chilling together????you are there but not here????✨????if love could of saved you✨you would be here forever ✨until we meet again ✨keep us close ✨I will look for you in every lifetime ✨love Jo, Darren Abs & Aaron Han & Elliott & Lil Leo ????x

Missing you more everyday.
Always on my mind and in my heart.
Christmas was your favourite time of year. You loved everything about it writing cards buying and wrapping gifts. There is always a place at my table for you xxxx

Being the best mummy, wife, sister, aunty, daughter and friend there ever was. Also wandering a hotel in a thong helped.

I still miss you so much my dear John, even though it’s several years since I lost you.

To an amazing Dad and Grandpa who loved Christmas xxx

You may not be with me in person but your presence in my heart and mind has not dimmed with the passage of time. The excitement of Christmas has never been the same since we lost you.

In loving memory of my dearest sister Judith

At Christmas we celebrate JOY to the World – without Jesus we would have no hope

Mum and Dad you always made Christmas such a special time. Love and miss you xx

Love and miss you every single day ❤️❤️❤️ Xxx

Missing you every day beautiful girl❤️❤️❤️????????????????????????????????????

Love and miss you mum. Love Jue x

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.

My 3 Angels in Heaven ❤️ Forever Missed

David you left us on Christmas day 2022, our hearts are broken, this light will shine on in our hearts , your daughter Daniella sends you a gift of your first grandchild born 27.10.2023 Lily Mae , miss you, shine bright for us , love you xxx

In loving memory of our beautiful mum.
This will be our first Christmas without you. It was always such a happy time for us and you loved to get the family together for a big meal out go out dancing with dad.
Thank-you for always being there, supporting me and giving unconditional love. I never felt judged by you, and you always made me feel secure taking my own path in life.
We can't believe you are gone and will miss you forever.