Georgina Thompson

Ian Hopkins

Joyce and Albert Longthorn

Robin Petley

Edward Butler & Sue Brown

Sarah Crowther

Brian Armstrong

Les Bedford

Ken & Betty Lloyd

Josie Cheetham, Ruby Sutton, John Cheetham, Phil Sutton, Doreen Walls, Geoff Walls & Grace Alliss

Jill Allen

Graham Waterhouse

Marie Clarke, Wayne Mason & Adge Mason

Elaine Walker

Amanda Pattenden

John Chapman

Rita Terry

Grace Barker

Tracey Stevens

Stephen Foster, Kathleen Doherty, James Doherty & Michael Doherty

Andrea Armstrong

Vincent Doran

Alan Wilson

Ruth Toulson

Barrie Tozer

David Noble

Margaret Cynthia Blades

Robert George Eggleton

Georgina Thompson

From Mrs Michelle McKinnon

Almost two years since you had to leave us. Life has never been the same since.
I am forever heartbroken and remain devastated that you are no longer here.
Your absence affects everything.
I love you so very much.
I hope you see how missed you are xxxxx

Ian Hopkins

From Miss Katrina Hopkins

Our first Christmas without you, shine bright up there. Loved and missed everyday xx xx

Joyce and Albert Longthorn

From Mrs Sue Sockell

You are both in our families thoughts every Christmas- we miss you both so much xxxxxx

Robin Petley

From Mrs Kerry Petley

To Robin Merry Christmas my darling. Love you forever xxKxx

Edward Butler & Sue Brown

From Mrs. Sally Green

Dad -Taken far too soon. Gone but not forgotten. Miss and love you always x
Sue – your girls are doing you proud. Miss our chats, you kept me strong. Big hugs my angel x

Sarah Crowther

From Miss Bethany Hughes

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.

Brian Armstrong

From Miss Donna Armstrong

Merry Christmas dad, I love and miss you everyday.

Les Bedford

From Mrs Julie Bean

Love & miss you so much, the best Dad, Grandad & Great Grandad xxxxxxxx

Ken & Betty Lloyd

From Mrs. Karen Williams

To mum & Dad
You are in our thoughts everyday but especially at this time of year. Our Christmas will not be the same without you both we all miss you both so much.
Love always karen, Cheryl, chris and all your grandchildren and great grandchildren xxxx

Josie Cheetham, Ruby Sutton, John Cheetham, Phil Sutton, Doreen Walls, Geoff Walls & Grace Alliss

From Mrs. Carol Sutton

Never a day goes by without me thinking of you all. Such Happy memories over the years. Rest up Phil reunited with Ruby . Del also with Reg now

Jill Allen

From Miss Lorna Allen

Christmas will never be the same, you always made it so special. We love you so much Mum. We miss you more every day. Shine bright Granny xxx

Graham Waterhouse

From Mrs Tracey Waterhouse

Graham will always be missed by the whole family especially by his 2 grandsons.

Marie Clarke, Wayne Mason & Adge Mason

From Mrs Pamela Mason

Your all thought about every day &
Missed by all xxx

Elaine Walker

From Mr Richard Walker

Elaine was the most beautiful, kind, caring and compassionate wife and mum. 41 years of marriage and our love grew stronger year by year. So unlucky to lose her too soon but so lucky to have met her and for us to realise we were meant for each other. Elaine, you will never be forgotten, I will never stop loving you; until we meet again, forever yours, Richard xx

Amanda Pattenden

From Miss Gemma Melhuish

Thinking of you today, and everyday; remembering the light you brought to the world.
With love from Gemma, Becky, Ettie, Joe and Ashley xxx

John Chapman

From Mr. Lea Chapman

Whilst Dad didn't use the hospice in his lifetime he had many relatives that did and he was a big supporter of St Barnabas being a local lad. After such a tough year he will be missed at Christmas and we think this is a lovely way to remember him.

Rita Terry

From Mrs SARA BARTLETT

They shone in life

Grace Barker

From Mr. Jeremy Barker

Thinking of our wonderful Mum and Nana at Christmas time. Always in our thoughts. She will be so greatly missed as she is every day. Sending her all our love and kisses. xxxxxx

Tracey Stevens

From Mrs Hayley Gamblin

You will always be remembered but Christmas will never be the same without. You loved Christmas and we will continue to keep it a happy, fun and a lovely family day! Miss you always ❤️

Stephen Foster, Kathleen Doherty, James Doherty & Michael Doherty

From Mrs. Julie Foster

Loved and missed always , ????

Andrea Armstrong

From Miss Steph Armstrong

Always in our hearts & forever in our thoughts mum, love from all you're kids & grandkids x

Vincent Doran

From Mrs. Julia Redhead

In loving memory of Dad our 1st Christmas without him. xxx

Alan Wilson

From Mr Adam Wilson

Dad, thinking of you always, and miss you lots, Adam

Ruth Toulson

From Ms Heather Toulson

Missing you mum.

Barrie Tozer

From Mr. Peter Tozer

My father who art in heaven..
A prayer couldnt save you from what came,
Although now I whisper your name,
Every day and every night
It's a hug I need, and to hold you tight.
On Christmas day, I will set your place, and pour your drink, play your games, then shut my eyes to see your face.
Merry Xmas dad, your presence will always be felt. X

David Noble

From Mrs Jennifer Noble

Always in my heart ❤️

Margaret Cynthia Blades

From Miss Natalie Blades

Happy Christmas Nan. Not a day goes by that we don't all think of you. You will never be forgotten. We love you so much. Lots of love Natalie, Robert, Jade, Kie, Kain xxxxxx

Robert George Eggleton

From Mrs Jennifer FORMAN

11th December 1926 – 20th February 2015
For our lovely Dad and Grandad
Loved and remembered every day, and especially at Christmas
Jennifer x
Lindsay, Christopher and Andrew xxx

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