This was always your favourite time of year Mum, it’s so hard not having you here, but your memory will always live on by lighting a light and sharing your stories. I love and miss you so much Mum my Angel xxxxx
Isobel loved Christmas time of year a fun time with the children. Always in our thoughts and remembered each and every day.
Always in our thoughts. You were one special person who touched so many lives
We love you so much, rest in peace our special angel
Xxx
So many special memories of mum Shirley Bilton dad Alf Bilton and dad Bill Taylor thank you for all the love and care you gave to us all xxx
For Alison,
Who we all think of with fond memories every day.
The loss is immeasurable, but so is the love left behind.
Another light dedicated to you both this Christmas. Much love from your family who miss you every day xxxx
Jo, cared for by St Barnabas and Dr Bob in a very caring atmosphere
Mike, this is my first Christmas without you. I will miss you more than words…sleep peacefully my little Christmas angel. I love you xxx
My darling Paul
Life goes on, you are missed and loved every day.
Happy heavenly Christmas darling
Always in my heart.
Louise xxxx
Mum & Dad – still missed & loved. Remembering you both at Christmas xxx
Love and miss you all so much xxxx
Merry Christmas to the brightest star in the sky, our Mum. We all miss you everyday. Sending you lots of love always xxx
I love you with all my heart . I miss you so much
In loving memory of our Mum who loved Christmas, our first Christmas without you. Love you – 'all is calm, all is bright, sleep in heavenly peace' xxxx
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
We miss you every day. Christmas will not be the same without you. Love you xxx
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.
Miss you dad. Wish you were here to share Christmas with Baxy. I’ll tell him about the special stars for Grandad Craig when we decorate the tree this year. Love always Becky xxx
We’ll always remember you through our very own little Eva
Miss you both so much every year. Celebrate Christmas with the angels
I shall raise a glass to you both
Loved and missed as always.
Sandra xxx
IN LOVING MEMORY OF MY TWO SON'S JIMMY AND DARRELL. BELOVED BROTHER'S, OF WAYNE, SUE and RACHEL. BELOVED UNCLE'S. GRANDSONS and NEPHEW'S.. ALWAYS IN HEARTS WE LOVE AND MISS YOU BOTH SO MUCH XXXXX
In my bungalow there is a space
Where there’s an empty chair
Where my husband Jim used to sit
But he is no longer there.
I miss you Jim.
Miss you everyday xx
Your light is shining forever
We love and miss you always. You are in our minds and hearts forever more xxx
Remembering with much love this Christmas
Michelle, Simon, Isaac, Tabitha & Rowan
xxxxx
Thinking of you both at Christmas & always. Forever in our hearts xxx