We shared so many happy, family Christmas's and this first one without you here is going to be so hard. I will miss your "Ho Ho Ho"s and you singing along with all the Christmas songs as we put up the tree and decorations together but I know you'll be here with me as you live on in my heart, thoughts and memories every day and I will still wake up on Christmas morning and say to you "Merry Christmas, I love you" as I have always done, I miss you so much and will love you always xxx Lee xxx

Another Christmas alone. Judy you were my life and only love of our 61 years of marriage. What is life to me without thee? What is life if Thou art Dead?

Colin

Remembering Nan and Dad and loved ones we have lost. Christmas is the time to remember and reminisce of those special times spent together. Precious times and reminders to spend time making precious memories with loved ones here.

Carol was such a special person full of mischief and very determined. She touched my heart and I loved her dearly

Happy Christmas to you all.
Thinking of you at this special time of the year

Happy Christmas Daddy,
My dad is the most beautiful caring amazing person you could ever wish to meet, we love you and miss you so very much xxxxxxx ❤️

To mum …miss you
Love
Nic xx

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.

Missing you at Christmas Popolart. (Roy Marslsnd)
Love Little 'un xx

To Mum,

I miss you more and more each day. Especially at Christmastime.

Forever in my heart and thoughts.
Laura
xxxxx

My mum was a very special lady who lived her last months with the same peace and humour which had accompanied her throughout her life. I miss her every day and I know Christmas will be a little less merry without her, but I am lucky to have many very happy memories which keep her with me always.

Missing you this Xmas
As we look up to the stars
And see the brightest one
We know it’s where you are looking down on us xx

Time passes but the inspiration, love and memories remain. I love and miss you so much.
Love always Nicky xoxo

A dearly loved Mum, grandma and great grandma. Remembered always.

Adam always enjoyed Christmas, decorating the tree, making mince pies and the Christmas Pudding.
Christmas is not, and never will be same without him here to share it with.

Life's too short

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

Was lovely to have known you Sam for 20 years. Will miss you always xxx

For my wonderful Grandad, also a beloved dad and friend. The epitome of a gentleman. Enjoy Christmas with Grandma again.

Soo Gillespie, I will love and remember you always xxxxxxx

Fond and Happy memories of a dear husband Logan who died on 25/05/2020 after 13 long months of suffering .Loved and missed greatly by his wife Helen and boys Seeven ,Nathen and Khristian .Life goes on but we miss you greatly every day. .We will light a candle ,say a prayer.raise a glass and celebrate your life at our Christmas table .Life will never be the same without you but you have left us a legacy which we will honour in your name for the rest of our lives.God bless you Logan and Thank you xx
God bless you Dear Logan.xx

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.

A special lady

Mum,
I can't express how much you are loved & missed daily. A shining star! I dedicate this light on the tree to your memory. ????

Loved and missed always xx

We'll miss you so much! There's not another one like you 😉
We'll always try to remember to look on the bright side of life in your honour. Thank you for all that you have taught us. We love you so much! Lots of love from Sam & Kyra xxxxx

Loved and remembered every day especially at Christmas

With much Love always
From
Wendy, Graham, Nicola, Matthew, Ross,Josh & Lily xx