Wonderful Parents, Gone but never to be forgotten

Our first year without you at Christmas. It will feel very strange. We miss you Mum/Grandma, Helen & Alice xxx

Missing you always will never forget
Love from all your family xxxxx

My mum my hero my friend miss you everyday ❤️

Always in our hearts Jamesy, Christmas was your most favourite time of the year and it was when you chose to go 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.

Your light still shines brightly in my life and you are sorely missed.xxx

Remembering my lovely Dad, a very special man who is missed every day but especially at this time of year.

Dad, you were the best. Think of you each and every day.

In memory of a loving husband dad and grandad

Mum & Dad, loved and missed every day but more than ever at Christmas 🎄❤️♥️

Remembering you Dad all year and especially at hogmanay. Special times.

Love you miss you

Always in our thoughts.

Grandma loved Christmas and having family round. First one this year without her xx

Thank you to the fabulous hospice team for their care and support in my dad’s final weeks. Christmas is about love and you all show so much of the true meaning of Christmas.

Mum and Dad, sadly missed at Christmas time and always.

My Lovely Little Lady Hannah. I love you so much and miss you every day. Your love passion and care is unrivalled.

Love You To The Moon and Back xxxxxxx

Both my husband and mum passed away in February 2022. Both received amazing care at the hospice as did I. Thank you x

I have supported St Barnabas every year since dad passed and will continue to do so. Always in my heart along with all the memories made ❤️

There are no goodbyes for us…
Wherever you are, you will always be inside our hearts. Merry Christmas Dad♥️

Our first Christmas without you Mum/ Nannie, We miss you so much. Happy Heavenly Christmas xxxx

To Lisa and Maureen from all of your family, we miss you every minute of every single day. We will love you today and every day and for eternity that will never change. We are all carrying on with our lives but you are both missing and the truth is it really hurts. But, carry on we will, and make you proud as this is what you both would want.
So "Happy Xmas" and love to you all.
Magnus, Kieran and Haydn.

Thinking of you both at Christmas & always. Forever in our hearts xxx

Remembering all those loved and lost. Gone but never forgotten.