St Christopher’s Hospice in Sydenham supported Laura during her final weeks, helping her stay at home comfortably before she moved into the hospice for round-the-clock care. Ben praised the staff for their compassion, saying their support allowed Laura to live her last days with dignity. Laura passed away peacefully on June 29, with her husband by her side. Reflecting on her journey, she spoke openly about finding peace in the face of death, encouraging others not to fear the dying process.
“Some of the happiest days of my life have been in the last few weeks,” she said. “Cancer forced me to acknowledge death, but it also made me live more fully than ever before.” Loved deeply by her family and cared for with compassion, Laura Dawson’s final message was one of acceptance, gratitude, and the reminder that even in life’s hardest moments, beauty and love can still be found.
