We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the Bailey family, who have donated £635 to St John’s Hospice in memory of Barry Bailey.
Barry (86), who passed away at the hospice on 30 March, dedicated much of his life to fundraising and public service in Doncaster. A retired telephone engineer, he was a longstanding member of Doncaster Cancer Detection Trust (DCDT) and the City of Doncaster Rotary Club, serving as president twice.
Barry played a key role in raising £2,000,000 to build the hospice and a further £1,500,000 for the Information and Support Centre. His efforts also helped fund more than 80 pieces of vital cancer care equipment and many other local healthcare initiatives.
The Bailey family visited the hospice in May to present the funds, raised at Barry’s funeral. They were warmly welcomed by staff and Barry’s good friend and hospice volunteer, Elizabeth Taylor.
Jenny Baynham, Fundraising Manager, said:
“We are incredibly grateful to the Bailey family for their generous donation, and to Barry for his many years of dedicated support. His contribution has had a lasting impact on our hospice and the community we serve.”
Barry’s two daughters and family added:
“We’d like to thank the staff at St John’s Hospice for the wonderful care they gave our dad, and to everyone who donated in his memory to a cause that means so much to us.”
Published: May 28, 2026