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 Queen Elizabeth you have been an inspiration to all with your service, dedication and loyalty. With sincere condolences to all the royal family at this very sad time
Thank you for your service and dedication to our country. A truly inspirational lady. You will be very much missed. I am proud to be a Nurse. Rest In Peace with your beloved Phillip. X X X ♥️
You have shown us all what true dedication and devotion really looks like. Now take your place beside Phillip knowing you kept your promise. Rest in peace Your Majesty ❤️
It is hard to imagine a world without you in it Ma’am. Rest easy and go forth in peace, love and all your glory.
A true female Icon Rest in everlasting peace ❤️
There is a genuine struggle for words. The grief and sorrow is deep. Thank you for your duty, your service and being the guiding light for us Nurses.
Thank you for your dedication and service to the nation. I appreciate it. I hope you are now at peace with your beloved Phillip. RIP.
Your Majesty, Thankyou for your service from war years to the present. That beautiful smile I will always remember. You kept this country unified. Now you can sing in the realms of Glory.
Rest in Peace your Majesty ❤️you have been an inspiration to us all ❤️ Thankyou xxx
You have been a constant through times of challenge and in good. Thank you for your dedicated service. May you rest in peace.
The nursing profession have shared in your ethics. We, like you, have risen to challenges and embraced change, always moving forward. Thank you for your service, ma'am. Rest in peace
Thankyou your majesty for the life you gave in duty to Great Britain. You truly emboldened British values a great example to us all. Unique, humble, brave, a solid rock steady in the changes of time.