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
RIP Queen Elizabeth your smile lit up a whole room, you reassured everyone who you met by putting them at ease, you will be missed.
The Queen was a remarkable example of selfless duty in a role she wasn’t originally meant for but took on nevertheless. I hope her values don’t die with her. RIP Your Majesty
Not just a queen, but most importantly a wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother to her family whom she played an amazing role model, protecting her family first with such dignity and nobleness.
End of an Era, Loved by all. You were truely an inspirational lady Rest In Peace now.
My deepest condolences to the family of Her Majesty. Our longest reigning monarch rest in peace Your Majesty
At this sad time condolences to all members of the royal family. Her majesty will be missed and I wish the new King strength and kindness for the future.
Such a sad loss to the country and a lady who appreciated all we do/did. In my thoughts and prayers ma’m. You will be sadly missed. Just cant imagine this country without you.
A truly remarkable lady who selflessly served her country for 70 years - thank you is just not enough. May you now RIP with your Prince. God bless you and keep you safe.
She was a lady and will be sadly missed by her family and friends and indeed everyone who admired her. Rest in peace.
Such admiration for the young girl who gave herself so unselfishly to her country and the people she represented. Honoured to say you were our queen. May you RIP .
I'm deeply saddened. I just want to say thank you, your Majesty! You are the most supportive queen I have ever known. You will reign forever! May you rest in piece. You'll be missed!
She was an institution and was a constant in everyone’s life who lives in the UK even at a distance. I am thinking of her family at this sad time and I hope they are given time to grieve