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
She was a beautiful person and is with the angels and her loved ones that went before her.
Thinking of you and your family, especially at the football xx
Remembering you is easy,
I do it every day.
I miss you and that never goes away.
Forever in my thoughts. Love you sweetheart
Loved Dad ,Grandad & Great-Grandad remembered at Christmas & always xxx
Wonderful memories Dad
Much love Jill xx
My Mum always made Christmas so magical, we love and miss her more and more each year xx
Our 1st Christmas without you ???? Miss you every day little sis love from us all xxx
So strange you not being here with us, but your light will always shine. Always loved, always missed. ❤️
Missing you more everyday.
Always on my mind and in my heart.
Christmas was your favourite time of year. You loved everything about it writing cards buying and wrapping gifts. There is always a place at my table for you xxxx
Always in our hearts, forever in our thoughts.xxxx
For a very special Sister and Auntie.
We miss you every day, but especially at Christmas time.
Much love from Maria, Amanda & Nicky
xxx
In our hearts forever xx
In loving memory of my wonderful Dad who passed away last week. Thank you to all at St Barnabas who cared for him, and us over these past few weeks. We are forever grateful.
Miss you always x
For my dear Mum, missed every day xx
Love always
In memory of a wonderful husband and father
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.
my lovely dad with lots of special memories
First Christmas without you forever 28, we love you so much, your the brightest Star in the sky
Love & miss you always, Ann. We will toast you at Christmas, and share stories. You’re in our hearts forever xxx
Our first Christmas without you, we love you and miss you so much, thinking of you always x x
A light for a very special Gramps. I think of you every day and would love to think I will see you again one day.
Love Lucy xx