A treasured husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather.
Simply the best.

Remembering you all not only at Christmas but all year round xx

Always thinking of you dad, we love you so much and miss you everyday 🫶

The first Christmas without you both, but I'm sure you have found your way to each other and are dancing in the stars this Christmas. Love you xxx

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

Happy Christmas Mum! Shine bright we love and miss you eternally. Love John, Amy and boys xxxx

Spending time with my Dad and my daughter would play with his toy bikes with him

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.

Today we remember you all, with your all words of wisdom, fun and kind natures. Much love today and always xx

Thankyou Dad for your love, dedication and valuable guidance you showed to me. Your legacy of fairness and compassion will always be with me. Thinking of you fondly,not only at Christmas,but all the year through. Love "P" xxx

Dear Dad,
Each day I miss you and wish you were here
But how blessed am I to have so many precious memories that keep you near.
I listen for you in the music we enjoyed and shared
And, even though a tear may fall, my spirits are lifted and I know you're not far away at all.
Love you Dad – always.

Nanna,
My first Christmas without you here.
Another massive void was left in my life, the day you returned to Grandad and Mum's arms, but I was fortunate to have you by my side for so long. Forever grateful for the love and happy memories you left behind. I will hold onto those, until we meet again my beautiful Nanna.
I love and miss you xxx

In loving memory of dad. Love Andrew and David

Much loved and missed.

Miss you all lots. Christmas is not the same without you. My light is in memory of you all so dear to our hearts. Love you xx

HER SMILE WOULD LIGHT UP A ROOM. THE MOST SELFLESS AND CARING DAUGHTER ANY FATHER COULD ASK FOR. LOVED HER SO MUCH.

To Mum and Dad

Merry Christmas
Miss you more than words can say
Love you millions

Big hugs and lots of kisses
Sharon xxxx

We love and miss you Dad/ Grandad/ Husband and Great Grandad
Happy Christmas and shine bright
X

Gill, the most caring mother, wife, nanna and friend. Your love and encouragement shown to all of us are our strength and encouragement to do the very best for you, "Do it for nanna", as you say. We all miss you so much. We love you for ever.
Kevin, Claire, Stuart, Jess, Rosie, Jayden Jacob, Heidi and Brett

Missing dad this Christmas

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

To my beautiful daughter Kirsty gone to soon but I will never forget you. I miss you so much and love you with all my heart ❤️. With lots of love from your Mum. Xxxxxxxx

Our first Christmas without you mum forever our queen
Miss you so much
Love you xxxx