Thinking of you both as Christmas draws near, and of all the lovely Christmas memories we shared as a family. I planted a lilac tree in our garden this summer in your memory and can’t wait to see it flower again next year. Merry Christmas up there… gone but never forgotten. Lots of love from Hannah xxx

Love & miss you Josh, shine bright like a diamond. Love Mum, Dad & Rebecca

Dad, our first Christmas without you, he was never one for Christmas but always enjoyed life to the full and was a true light in all our lives and all those who met him. We miss him and love him so much.

Always in our thoughts. All our love at this special time of year from Peter and Georgina. xx

Missing you both always
Wishing you a Merry Christmas
Love from
Joan, Paul and the family

To Mum,

I miss you more and more each day. Especially at Christmastime.

Forever in my heart and thoughts.
Laura
xxxxx

My grandma collected on behalf of St Barnabas for many years prior to her sad passing. I spent the majority of my Christmas’s with her, sharing the festive day which normally ended with some games of scrabble, of course, she always won! In honour of all the work she did to help St Barnabas, I want to carry on her legacy by supporting this charity which was very close to her heart.

With loving memories Jill xxx

Thinking of you
Love Sally xx

Mum, miss you more than words can say.
Loved and remembered every day.
xxxx

Always remembered, always missed, always loved, forever my hero xXx

So many special memories of such an amazing Mum xx

Much love for all the lovely Christmases we spent as a couple and as a family.
Missed now and always,
Mags xxx

Barry was a lovely, kind and supportive friend. My husband and I miss him very much. We have many happy memories of our time together.

RACHAEL WAS THE PERFECT DAUGHTER, SHE WAS BEAUTIFUL, COMPASSIONATE AND WAS LOVED BY EVERYONE. I AM SO PROUD TO HAVE BEEN HER FATHER.

Remembering with love and affection my very dear Dad, Uncle & Auntie at Christmas time.

Miss you more than ever , we love you lots, never be forgotten

Merry Christmas up in heaven i look up to the stars and look for the brightest one and think of you down here is not the same here without you love and missing you so much xx

Mum and Dad…… Christmas isn’t the same without you both xz

Always loved, always remembered.

Merry Christmas to a much missed Mum, Nan & Great Nan. Xx

Remembering Uncle Reggie this Christmas

Think of you every day and miss you so much..❤

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