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
I am deeply saddened by the lost. Rest well your majesty.
I have served for Queen Elizabeth for most of my adult life as a solder and nurse in Queen Alexandra’s Royal Army Nursing Corps and am proud to have done so , I will miss her dearly, Rest in Peace 🥲
I knew this day would come, but I never expected to feel such deep sadness at your passing. You have been an inspiration to us all...thank you for your service and now its time to rest in peace ma'am
Adieu Your Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. You have been a great icon and example. You will be deeply missed.
Words cannot express how the loss of our Great Queen has affected me, more than I thought it would. Always there, my entire life, this amazing women. Deepest condolences to the King and Royal family.
You were an inspiration and will be sadly missed
Rest in peace our beautiful Queen. You were the beating heart of our wonderful country. I pray that you are now united with your dear Philip. So sad 💔
Our condolonces to the family. May your good soul rest in peace our Queen and Thank you for your service.🙏🏼🕊
In tough times the queen was always there. She never let her nation down and now she’s gone. A lifetime of service to be proud of. Rest in peace your majesty.
You lived a great life to reckon with, your absence will touch so many lives. Rest in perfect peace
RIP Your Majesty. Our Queen. So inspirational lady of all times.
Rest In Peace Your Majesty, you put the Great in Great Britain.