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.

Gary is a much loved uncle / brother / son / and father missed by many people . He had a heart of gold and loved his family and friends very much . He was also a huge animal lover .

Stuart, three years on and missing you as much as the first day, always remembered and much loved x

Remembering and loving you forever Mum. May your light shine now and always.

Getting engaged on Christmas Day, it was very emotional.

Remembering the good times mate x

Always remembered

This will be my 3rd Christmas without the love of my life ???? ???? I miss him everyday but at this time of year he would always have some antics up his sleeve making us all laugh, being silly with our grandchildren, I miss everything about him.

To my beautiful wifey Linda at Christmas.
You were and still are the light of my life. Now your light will shine brightly under the moon, and I love you to the moon and back.
With all my love
Anthony

These people meant a huge amount to me and provided light in my life and so I want to ensure they continue to provide light to others

THINKING OF YOU BOTH THIS CHRISTMAS TIME AND EVERY OTHER DAY WHEREVER YOU BOTH MAY BE LOVE ALWAY
FROM ALL THE FAMILY XXXXXX

In loving memory of my beautiful cousin Alison Breese forever loved and sadly missed

Remembering mum and dad this Christmas

Think of you and miss you every day love from Mike. xxx

Merry Christmas Dad. Love and miss you all through the year xxx

Always with me dad, love you and miss you loads xxx

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.

Our first Christmas without you Dad! Miss you every day

REMEMBERED WITH LOVE NOT JUST AT CHRISTMAS BUT ALWAYS.

I am remembering my loving mother who sadly passed away on 4Th July 2018. She is always missed and will forever be loved.

Till we meet again my sweet, gentle and loving mother RIP.

Love always
Your daughter Chantelle and granddaughter Liliana xx

My mum was a fantastic mother who is missed by her whole family including her two daughters and husband and son in law and grandchildren.

The most loving and beautiful parents anyone could wish for. Holding you in our hearts forever ❤️

We love and miss you so much, Christmas will not be the same without you.
We have so many happy memories of past Christmases that we will treasure forever.

Jan, Kev, Mel, Anita, Julie, Debs, Nige, Louise, Joe, Jasmine, Layla, Casper, Laura, Becca, Katie, Rob & Alfie x

Two years without you Judy.

IN MEMORY OF GRAHAM AND JOAN WOLDEN
THINKING OF YOU BOTH AT THIS CHRISTMAS COMING TIME
AND EVERY OTHER DAY WERE EVER YOU MAYBE
MISSING YOU BOTH DEARLY
LOVE FROM ALL YOUR FAMILY XXXX

In memory of our Grandad and Great Grandad Victor Moore, missing you more than ever this Christmas. Wish you was here to share Teddy’s first Christmas, we know you are watching and guiding us and we miss and love you so much.