Debbie Falkner

Sarah Crowther

Harold Rigden

Elizabeth Gilbert

Tom Morgan

Jane Cleary

Malcolm Crosby & Barbara Crosby

Martin Dickinson

Patricia Mitchell

Rachel Stott

Christopher Goodge

Alan Wiles

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John Oxford

Laura Vickers, Tim Smith & Louise Jones

Barry Craven

Marian Craddock

Florence Hale & Leslie Hale

Alan Wilson

Stephen Foster, Kathleen Doherty, James Doherty & Michael Doherty

Carol Blow

David Herbert

Eric Ellis

Kenneth Townley & Nora Kewley

Sylvia & Ron Gordon

Eric South & Kay Cottle

Liz W

Frederic Harding

Debbie Falkner

From Mr. John Bricknell

Merry Christmas Mum. Thinking of you always. Love John Amy & boys xx

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.

Harold Rigden

From Mrs. Christine Reeve

Remembering my dad, who always loved Christmas xx

Elizabeth Gilbert

From Mrs Nina Wilkinson

Wishing you were here with us at Christmas, we all miss you so much especially as we only said goodbye just before Christmas last year.
There will always be a place a the table and a toast in your honour.
Shine bright up there. Love you xx

Tom Morgan

From Mrs. Margaret Morgan

Remembering the love of my life at Christmas and always.

Jane Cleary

From Mr. Sean Cleary

Always in our hearts.

Malcolm Crosby & Barbara Crosby

From Mrs. Jackie Dwane

Merry Christmas we love and miss you both every single day xxx

Martin Dickinson

From Miss Claire Dickinson

Dad it’s only been a few weeks since we lost you and we miss you so much, it will be our first Christmas without you. You will be in our hearts. We love and miss you so so much
Lots of love always
Claire josh and Dom

Patricia Mitchell

From Miss Rebecca Mitchell

For a loving Nanny, Mum and Wife. This will be our first Christmas without you, but you are not forgotten and will be in our hearts forever and allways.

We love you so much and will allways think of all the wonderful memories and hugs we shared ❤️

Rachel Stott

From Miss Molly Lound

In my heart always x

Christopher Goodge

From Mrs Tracy Goodge

Missing you each and everyday.

Alan Wiles

From Mrs. Kerry Potter

When ever he used to get up out his chair we sound all jump into his spot! He waould say "who's sitting in my chair" lol a tradition passed on from his 9 grandkids tonis 3 grate grandkids x

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From Miss Helen Flint

John Oxford

From Mr test test

Missed, Always

Laura Vickers, Tim Smith & Louise Jones

From Mrs Lauren Burton

Laura was the queen of Christmas, she would always be in the festive spirit super early and her house was like a grotto. I have many fond memories of seeing Laura just before Christmas, laughing, being silly, reminiscing and having a lovely time. I miss her everyday.

Barry Craven

From Mrs Lisaa Challenger

One in a million Das. Love you so much. Miss you xxxx

Marian Craddock

From Mrs. Andrea Devonport

Marian had a fantastic sense of humour really miss the stories she told about her life as a child .
It was a privilege to have been her carer for 7 years .

Florence Hale & Leslie Hale

From Mrs Susan Colam

My parents passed away 23 years and 9 years ago respectively, and although they didn't require the services of St Barnabas, I feel this local charity is such a worthy cause. The Light up a Life fundraiser is a wonderful idea. You remember your loved ones who have passed each and every day, but this Light up a Life at Christmas is especially special! Forever remembered…

Alan Wilson

From Mr. Adam Wilson

Dad, somehow it’s been a year since you passed. You live on in all our hearts and minds. I know you’re at peace now and look forward to the day we meet again. Until then keep looking down upon us all and know I will always do my best to make you proud. Love always Adam x

Stephen Foster, Kathleen Doherty, James Doherty & Michael Doherty

From Mrs. Julie Foster

Loved and missed always , ????

Carol Blow

From Miss Faye Blow

Will miss your mince pies, scotch eggs and sausage rolls this year. Not a second goes by that we don’t think of you, we love you dearly

David Herbert

From Mrs. Susan Herbert

Dave – still miss you lots, lots of love Sue

Eric Ellis

From Mr. Jordan Cooper

Eric was a special human being, he was the leader of our family. A role model that all could up to, who you could count on to check how you were and the only true representation of our family.

Kenneth Townley & Nora Kewley

From Mrs. Helen Ruddock

Sylvia & Ron Gordon

From Mr Anthony Gordon

Much loved & missed

Eric South & Kay Cottle

From Mrs Louise Evans

Liz W

From Mrs Mary Jones

Lovely, irreverent, Liz

Frederic Harding

From Mr Andrew Harding

A wonderful husband and father – Betty, Andy, Sheila and Christine

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