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
08.09.22. The darkest of days. An emptiness that cannot be filled. Sleep well dearest Queen. Till we all meet again.
A dignified, steadfast , calm and gracious leader at all times . She fulfilled her duty with a reassuring and an admirable sense of duty . It just felt comforting to know she was there .
Sincere condolences to Royal family. It’s such a loss to country and the rest of the world. She is loved and admired by many people and nations globally. Rest in peace your majesty the Queen. 💐🙏
My condolences to the whole Royal Family on this sad loss. Queen Elizabeth II was an example of steadfastness, duty, honour and faith and she will be sorely missed by millions. Truly inspirational
Deepest condolences to Her Majesty and the entire royal family. Rest in peace Her Majesty Queen .
Rest in peace HRH Queen Elizabeth 11. Thank you for your unfaltering and dedicated service to us all for 70 years.
Thank you for your service HRH Queen Elizabeth II. What an honour to have lived part of my life through your reign. I graduated as a nurse this year, have ambitions to be a future Queens Nurse 👑❤️
With the Queen as our patron it was an honour in 2019 to be awarded the accolade of Queens Nurse. I have admired her strength of courage and commitment and have aspired to reflect those qualities too
I would haven't been able to imagine UK without Her. I hope our Queen passed away in calm and respect she deserved. A great, truly genuine leader who always served her people. Deeply sadness.
May you rest in peace Queen Elizabeth 11. You will be greatly missed both far and wide. God bless you x
The Queen - what a wonderful inspirational, kind person. She will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with the Royal family
The biggest Oak tree has fallen! The whole world have lost a dear Mother, grand mother, great supporter, our Queen. Our heart is broken! Rest in Perfect Peace your Majesty.