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

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Remembrance messages

You will be deeply missed, such an inspirational lady, I remember seeing you when you visited Lancaster, my thoughts are with your family, Rest in peace ❤️

Elizabeth

How sad it is to lose our Wonderful Queen. Many of us would appreciate how much more frail she was looking, and realise that she just kept going to meet the Prime Minister!

Heather Loach

You served us so well.. The only Monarch I have known.. Thank you.. will miss your smile..

Suzanne

One of my most precious memories is of meeting the Queen at Buckingham Palace in 2003 when I was privileged to receive my MBE, after becoming an RCN Fellow 2 years previously. Thank you RCN!

Dr Susan Read MBE, FRCN

The news of your death was a shocking one seeing you invited the new Prime Minister 2days before. You were a wonderful mother to us all. Rest in peace our much loved Queen

Kemi Fasola

RIP to our wonderful Queen Elizabeth 11. A Queen admired by the world who will be sadly missed by all.

Linda Graham

We missed you Queen l felt your departure so sad and sudden l love you queen rest in peace Queen mother.

Ijeoma uche

Good night god bless your majesty.

Dawn

My condolences to the Royal family. Rest in peace Queen Elizabeth II you will always be missed.

Betty Mukusha

To a wonderful and inspirational lady I will miss seeing your wonderful smile as you went about your Royal duties. I will especially remember your funny and heart warming short film with Paddington.

Sarah Le Cras

Deepest sympathy to all her family. I feel proud to have once seen her in Ascot.I was delighted she had a lovely trip to Ireland which is my homeland. May her soul rest in peace. God Bless.

Bernadette Harte

God be with you your Majesty, you have served us well. Our thoughts and blessings are with you and your family. xx 🇬🇧🇬🇧😢 God Save the King

Julie Taylor
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