Our first Christmas without you both, we are so lucky to have so many happy memories to cherish. All our love, always.

Sending love this Christmas we miss you.

My special mum. I miss her so much! Life just isn’t the same without her xx

Love and miss you so much Mum. xxxx

Love and miss you so much Charlie…. Our very dear friend xxxx

My Dad was the best. He died too early 26 years ago. I still miss him loads.

A lovely girl with the kindest heart and a beautiful smile.
Everyone loved her. She lit up a room.

Miss you every single day, my life hasn't been complete since the day you left me, I love you grandma, so much xxx

For my dear Mum, missed every day 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.

Always in our hearts

Dad ,
You are in all our thoughts always .
We love you and miss you so much .
Love from
All of us x x x

Always remembered, Always loved and missed. Forever in our hearts xxxxx

In loving memory of a dear husband and father

Dear Mum, I miss you every day, but am so grateful for all the happy times we shared at Christmas. Lots of love, Melanie

Remembering a much loved Father and Mother in Law this Christmas

with love as always especially for mum who passed away on Christmas eve.

Elizabeth was an amazing caring and truly inspirational person always putting other before herself, she loved her family and friends and in return they all loved her and we miss her so much

I miss my husband very much,
I will love him always and forever ❤️xx

Miss you both x

Remembering my parents & siblings, I miss you all so much xxxx

Dearest Dad,
You are the brightest star ????
Missing you so much.
Love always,
Julie, Alan,Graeme, Lois and families x x x

My brother died at St Barnabas December 2017. Miss him so much. Will always be grateful for the care he recieved at St Barnabas xx

In loving memory of my dear friend Clare.
I miss you & think of you each & everyday.

With all my love
Sharon

Wonderful Parents, Gone but never to be forgotten

With love at Christmas grandad now and always. Forever in my heart and never forgotten. Miss you and love you always. Love Lucy x x x x x

Our 2nd Christmas without you but you will be forever in our hearts and minds. You were always the star of every party and you lit up so many people’s lives. Miss you Mum and Love you lots. Merry Christmas xx