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.

To my wonderful brother, Mark
We made some great memories together and these memories keep me going!
Much love Jill xxx

Daddy,

We miss you so much.
Every day we think of you and smile while our hearts break over and over.
Thank you for everything you were and always will be.

Much love, Lindsey and Barbara xXx

Much loved mother wife nan
Loved by all that knew her
Have lovely memories of mum
Miss her loads passed away 21st December 2015
Missed by all that knew her
Love from your
Daughter’s husband grandchildren family and friends

Time passes but the inspiration, love and memories remain. I love and miss you so much.
Love always Nicky xoxo

Another year without you Dad . It doesn’t get any easier without you.
I hope you are looking down and we are all making you proud.
We should of had more time.
Love you Dad xx

Missing my wonderful mischievous dad this Christmas

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.

Neil
You were the love of my life and I think of you and miss you constantly. Our first Christmas without you will be hard but we will remember the good times we had together (and there were so many good times.) Our memories of you live on in all of us. Sleep tight my love.
Roma XX

My dear friend Hilary ???? RIP 18th November 2024 Forever my friend, the sister I chose.
We have shared so many special moments together creating lasting memories ????

Forever in our hearts ❤️ love you always

Twinkle twinkle little stars
Up in heaven is where you are
Flying high and twinkling bright
Our guiding stars , our shining light
Twinkle twinkle little stars
Our perfect angels is who you are
Love you always
Lots of love
Dianna , Paul , Ben
Aimee , Harlii
Rebekah , Chloe , Jaymie , Daniel , Mollie
xxxxxxxxx

Thinking of our cherished family who we can no longer see at Christmas time. Always in our thoughts and hearts xxx

I love and miss you both so much, I wish I could have just one day to spend with you both, to hear your voices and to feel your touch. I love you both so much it hurts that you’re not here, but I have memories ❤️

Amazing memories of great family Christmases . When the whole family would get together. Now we all have our own family's. I try to keep up the tredition. Miss you so much mum????

Merry Christmas Dad, I have made a donation to help shine a light on on a family's journey with the help of St.Barnabas.
We miss you tremendously,
Love always,
Matt

This is in memory of my mum who always put family first. Christmas was always a special time for our family to come together.

My Rock. Always in my heart.

To a one in a million Dad
Loved and missed every day.
God bless. shine bright

Love from Mandy, Jack, Frankie @ Loulou xx

Dear Janet. Always in our thoughts and prayers and never forgotten.
Lots of love Tony, Fiona, Tracy and Clare, plus your grandchildren.xxxxxx

Dad, another Christmas and miss you as much as the others, shine bright up there.
Love you always Nikki xx

Miss you every year dad x
Will pull a cracker and will
wear a hat in your honour.
Baxter wishes a Happy Christmas to his grandad xxx Love you always Becky xxx

Love always sweetheart