We are all deeply saddened by the news of the death of Queen Elizabeth II, but also so immensely proud that for seventy years she served as our Royal Patron.
Queen Elizabeth was a dedicated supporter of nursing and she championed the profession for decades, highlighting the work carried out by nurses and demonstrating a clear interest in issues facing the workforce.
Many RCN members will remember meeting her as she spent time with nursing staff both in the UK and overseas.
Please share your message of condolence or your memories with us today.
Pat Cullen
RCN General Secretary & Chief Executive
Remembrance messages
Rest in Peace our dear Queen Elizabeth II. Such a strong, resilient and wonderful woman. The world won’t be the same without you.
Queen Elizabeth 11 was a mother. Everything begins with a Mother. We have lost the Mother of the world. Today I pay my debt of gratitude I owe her as if she was my own Mother . Rest in peace .
Rest in Peace Our Queen Queen Elizabeth II dies at 96 Queen Elizabeth Her Majesty the Queen, the longest-reigning monarch this country has known. RIP.
You promised to do your duty - and this you did with total commitment earning the respect and affection of many around the world. You will be greatly missed but it is your turn to rest. God bless you
RIP Queen Elizabeth II. She reminded me of my own lovely mother who I lost only 2 months ago. A very worthy dedicated and hard working monarch. She will be sadly missed. My condolences ❤️
Sending my most sincere condolences to the royal family. Your Majesty, you were an inspiration to all those in the nursing service and your legacy will live on. Rest in peace Ma’am
My thoughts are with the Royal family and I thank the Queen for being such an amazing role model as well as a hard working Queen she was dignified empathic and clearly cared for our nursing staff
May God rest her soul in peace.
Rest in Peace Your Magesty. You finished the race well. Thank you for your life time of service and devotion to us all. You will be missed and remembered with much love.
Remembered with affection. Inspired those of us who have devoted years to our nursing careers. May you rest peacefully alongside your husband, the love of your life. God bless.
RIP your majesty, you have served us well. We thank you for your kindness, humanity and love. You will always be in our hearts.
Dignity and service are the words I associate with the Queen and her example has influenced us all over the years. We are all so proud to have had you watch over us for so long . God Bless You x