By Joshua Robinson – 

The Kirkwood are once again launching their annual Sunflower Memories Appeal for people across Kirklees to dedicate a sunflower in memory of loved ones who are no longer with us.

This year The Kirkwood is adding an extra element to their campaign by hosting a Sunflower Garden Party, which The Kirkwood will host at their site in Dalton on the 6th of July. The Sunflower Garden Party gives people the chance to see the beautiful gardens in bloom as well as collect their commemorative sunflower plaques. At the event, The Kirkwood will have a BBQ, stalls, and lots of entertainment for everyone to enjoy.

Giving people the chance to remember a loved one is important, this is especially true for Carol Barton who since 2018, has dedicated a sunflower in memory of her beloved husband Colin whom The Kirkwood cared for up until his death on the 23rd of November 2018. Colin died at the age of 75 due to pancreatic cancer.

Since his death, Carol has dedicated a sunflower in his memory and has given each of his grandchildren one of the sunflowers to keep to remember him by. She also grows her own sunflowers every year as it was her and Colin’s favourite flower.

On dedicating a flower to Colin, Carol spoke to The Kirkwood and said: “I’ve always loved the Sunflower Memories Appeal and I donate to it every year in memory of Colin.”

“I’ve always grown sunflowers in the garden too. I grow six, one for each grandchild and a separate one for Colin. Colin’s flower keeps an eye on the grandchildren and is something I like to do every year. The appeal is such a lovely idea and is one I’m glad the hospice does.”

The Kirkwood continues to care for anyone with a life-limiting illness in Kirklees, and donations are given through appeals like their Sunflower Memories Appeal means the hospice can continue to support those most in need of the vital care they require.

The Kirkwood’s Events Manager, Rachael Savage commented on this year’s Sunflower Memories Appeal saying: “Giving people this opportunity to remember someone they love is something we cherish deeply. The dedications we receive are truly heart-warming, remembering that special someone in their lives.”

“People can make their dedications via our website or by calling us.”

“This year, we are hosting a Sunflower Garden Party where people can collect their dedicated sunflowers and enjoy the stalls and entertainment on the day in the tranquil but spectacular settings of our wonderful garden. The Sunflower Garden party is the chance to celebrate loved ones whilst creating new memories too. So, make sure you come down on the 6th.”

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