For many years, this three-legged boy has been a staple at Bassetlaw Hospital, often found somewhere nearby the site’s maternity entrance, greeting patients and colleagues, as well as bidding a fond farewell to those departing.
So popular was Jasper that he undertook regular photo shoots, and the mantra ‘don’t feed Jasper’ became so repeated that we considered translating it into Latin and having it mounted as the hospital’s official motto.
Most of all though, he made colleagues happy. His presence could make a hard day, evening or morning just that little bit brighter. Jasper was never skinny with his affection, and enjoyed a stroke, scratch and belly rub from everybody.
To Jasper’s family, we share our condolences and we want to thank them for sharing him with us (even if it meant sometimes he didn’t make it home until very late).
In every sense he was a member of our team, and we will sorely miss him greeting, and cheering us up, at the start, or end, of a busy day.
To remember our favourite ginger tom, we are raising funds to purchase a bench and plaque dedicated to his memory.
This will be placed nearby to Jasper’s favourite spot, just outside of Maternity at Bassetlaw Hospital.
Every donation is welcome, so please give what you can. Any surplus funds will be directly donated to DBTH Charity to support patient care and treatment.
Donate here: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/bassetlawjasper