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

Sending Christmas kisses and a big Christmas hug of love to our dad, it will be our first Christmas without you Dad we miss you so much at this special time,
Cheers Dad we will never forget you, love you from your loving family xx

Missing them all everyday, especially at Christmas time. Sending them lots of love always.

A truly wonderful caring person, wife, mum and nanny. Sadly missed but not forgotten. Sleep well my Angel. Txx

Both loved and missed by all the family.

My Grandma was the bravest and absolute best person in the world. Gave the best cuddles and advice and I hope I am making her proud every day.

Dear Desmond,
I know your looking down everyday and you should be so proud of what you see, Wishing I could have met you

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

A special husband, Dad and Grandad
Constantly loved, ever remembered xxxx

The best dad anyone could wish yo have.
Lots of love always and forever ❤️

The years pass by but my love for you remains as strong as ever Mum. Merry Christmas, Love always xx

Merry Christmas Nana. I hope I am doing you proud at the Hospice. I love and miss you so much ❤️ xxx

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

Another year without you but you are remembered every day and truly missed xx

Christmas will never be the same without you we love & miss you so much my lovely daddy xx

Christmas, more than ever, I miss my Dad's central role within our family festivities. I miss him so much.

Thinking of our beautiful angels today and everyday. So much love only a thought away 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 remembered especially at this Christmas time.

In loving memory of our dear daughter and mother, Gayle you are with us always.
Parents Jan, Tom, Children, Reece, Georgia, Sophie, Chloe and Charlie.

Tony
Missing you every day hard to be without you after being in my life for 65 years, married for 55 years and raising two great sons.
It’ll be hard this Christmas without you Tony.
I sang for you in the Community Choir on Tuesday night, 21 November, every word remembering our life together.
All My Love Gill xx

my lovely dad with lots of special memories

Shining for the love of my life and my very best friend, so very desperately missed.

Think about and miss you every day. All my love Fiona xx

Almost 30 years on you are missed more than ever. The strength of the love we shared remains and has been a constant support to us in our lives. We love you Mum xxxx