Daniel Martland

John Harding

Irene Hanson

Brenda Cawdron

Brian Nelson

Leslie Tointon & George Drew

Marvin Baird

David Partridge

Jayne anna Fellows

Michael Topley & Jill Topley

Graham Hardy

Faye Bray

Melvyn Trofer

Amy Cox, Cyril Cox, Jack Humphreys & Dawn Houlton

Granny Pat & Ted Atkinson

George and Annie Morley

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Margaret Jones & Brian Jones

Simon Taylor

Robert Turner

Dianne Tolley-Saunders

Malc Flatters

Sarah Crowther

Ian Hopkins

Joy Dennis & Kenneth Dennis

Leslie Tointon & George Drew

Stephen Jaques

Andy Whiteley, Frank Bee & Michael Green

Daniel Martland

From Mrs Victoria Martland

Daniel, Not having you with us all to celebrate Christmas is not something we will ever get use to. This year our first without you will be so hard however Ethan, Harper and I will try to smile and fill it full of laughter like you would have done. Your sense of humour is what got us all through the hardest of times. We will all use this same outlook on life at Christmas to make it as special as it can be. You will be in our thoughts and in all that we do xx You are so missed, yet still loved so much xx

St Barnabes allowed us all as a family to have that quality time. The children were able to spend time with their Dad in a comfortable and safe setting. The staff went above and beyond for us all and embraced Dans wicked sense of humour. They made him feel safe and cared for him with such compassion and dignity. We were all looked after nothing was ever too much trouble. The most important thing they did was allowed us to have some extra time and memories.

Having a light shine in honour of Dan warms our hearts and gives us some comfort.

It was never goodbye but see you soon
Every day is a Dan day
Forever loved

Always Vicky, Ethan and Harper xx

Every

Knowing we can give back to them in this way helps us all feel we are doing something when a Thank you just isn’t enough for our gratitude.

John Harding

From Mrs. June Harding

Always called Christmas 'Humbug' but so enjoyed the season, families getting together and seeing the joy of watching others opening presents.

Irene Hanson

From Mrs Julie Costa

Mum passed away 2 years ago and would've been 80 this November. She loved a party and getting dressed up, the sparklier the better!
We'll be raising a glass or two to you on your birthday and at Christmas.
Love and miss you so much xxxx

Brenda Cawdron

From Miss Julie Cawdron

Missing you more than anything and would give anything to have one last day with you. Times are really hard at the moment.

All our love xXx

Brian Nelson

From Mr. Matthew Nelson

Leslie Tointon & George Drew

From Mrs Janet Drew

Marvin Baird

From Mr Carl Baird

To my beloved brother and best friend in the world..taken suddenly and 1st Christmas without you..life just feels a little less lonely and empty without you..wasn't expecting to lose you at 53 years old..always in my thoughts daily never forget our time together..miss you Marv ❤️ love always Carl ❤️

David Partridge

From Miss Izzy Partridge

Our first Christmas without you, we hope you can see this light shine for you at one of your favourite places. We all love and miss you xxx

Jayne anna Fellows

From Mr. Ryan Fellows

Im loving memory for my mum, I still think about you everyday and wish you were still here. I know I cant bring you back, but a piece of me went with you, The day you went away.
Love you lots, miss you loads ????xx

Michael Topley & Jill Topley

From Mr John Topley

Dear Mum and Dad,

It's hard to believe it's that time again already! Thinking of you and missing you every day.

Love,

John
XXXX

Graham Hardy

From Mrs Tracy Jessop

Our first Christmas apart Dad, I will love and miss forever ????????????

Faye Bray

From Mrs. Hannah Creedy

Faye you were one amazing lady! You have left a huge void in so many people’s life’s. It’s not the same here without you. I think of you everyday and of our happy memories that we had together. Love you lots from Hannah, James & Leo xxxxx

Melvyn Trofer

From Mrs Jill Trofer

My husband , my carer in life and my world , I miss you more each day , always loved and thought off in every thing we all do and say , we love and miss you so much , Jill and children x.

Amy Cox, Cyril Cox, Jack Humphreys & Dawn Houlton

From Mrs Jill Humphreys

My mum and Dad always made Xmas time so special for us and I would love to keep the Christmas spirit alive for them with the twinkling lights on the memory tree.. also for our baby son Jack born sleeping
Remembering my good friend Dawn who spent her last weeks in the wonderful care of st Barnabas xxx

Granny Pat & Ted Atkinson

From Mrs Julie Crowson

Mum and Dad…… Christmas isn’t the same without you both xz

George and Annie Morley

From Mrs Jacky Fridlington

Remembering two wonderful parents, always.

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Margaret Jones & Brian Jones

From Mrs Nicola Goddard

Our first Christmas without you. Love and miss you xxxx

Simon Taylor

From Mrs. Paula Taylor

Simon was my shining star and lit up not just my life but everyone who knew him. Taken from us far too early. Always and forever in my in my heart ❤ and thoughts xxx

Robert Turner

From Mrs. Tinna Turner

Our first Christmas without you Rob.
Our time together taught me,
What Christmas time is for,
And that's what I'll remember,
Until we meet again once more. Xxx

Dianne Tolley-Saunders

From Mr Gary Saunders

You will always live on in our hearts. Never to be forgotten. Rest in peace. Xx

Malc Flatters

From Mrs Donna Oliver

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.

Ian Hopkins

From Miss Katrina Hopkins

Our first Christmas without you, shine bright up there. Loved and missed everyday xx xx

Joy Dennis & Kenneth Dennis

From Miss Nicola Dennis

You will both be very much missed. Christmas isn’t the same without you. Xxx

Leslie Tointon & George Drew

From Mrs. Janet Drew

Stephen Jaques

From Mrs. Emma Newby

You are never far from my thoughts because you meant so much to me. I miss you dad and will love you always. This light is for you because you still shine brightly in my memories.. love you Dad, from your daughter.

Andy Whiteley, Frank Bee & Michael Green

From Mrs. Pearl Green

Thinking of you all, you are in our hearts and dearly missed! You will be loved and cherished forever! Luv Pearl, Sean and Lewis xxxxx

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