SIR - My wife died recently after a long and hard battle with cancer. For the latter part of her illness she was in our local hospital (Ottery St Mary Hospital) and I wish to express my appreciation and gratitude to all of the wonderful nursing and domestic staff there.

Despite being extremely busy, they always found time to comfort her and I know that my wife felt extremely safe under their dedicated and friendly care.

May I also thank the hospice nurses who have given us tremendous support throughout?

We are so very fortunate to have such excellent medical facilities available to us in Ottery St Mary.

David Garland

Elliot Close, Ottery St Mary