5 November 2025
Light up a Life Appeal – the story of Natasha McNicol
Both mother and daughter, Zoe and Natasha McNicol, experienced the care of the Ayrshire Hospice after receiving life-shortening diagnoses. Zoe had a short respite stay before she died in hospital in 1997, while many years later Natasha was cared for at home by Specialist Palliative Care Nurse, Mandy, until her death in August 2024.
Deeply moved by the care and support their mum received, Natasha and her family – her sister, two brothers and their dad – became committed fundraisers for the Hospice, raising more than £35,000 since 1997.
Well known and much loved throughout West Kilbride and beyond, Natasha helped shape the lives of many children through her work in early years childcare alongside her mum. She was a generous, compassionate woman, loved by everyone who spent time with her.
Here, her sister Rebecca Garman, shares their family’s story with the Ayrshire Hospice.
Our Light Up a Life appeal invites you to dedicate a virtual star in memory of someone special and see it shine on our digital Christmas tree, alongside the stars of others in our community.
