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
Thank you for all your service over the last 70yrs. You were amazing you truely were and very loved to all. RIP Queen Elizabeth 11
There is no other and their will be non like her,faithful commitment and service to her community at large, common wealth. Its time to rest Queen you run your race. Rest in the Lord our saviour Adieu
My family and I thank you from bottom of our hearts for the dedication you have given us through the years. May you always be remembered as a great and loved queen. X.
God bless Queen Elizabeth II may sleep well now in heaven with your Prince
HowLucky we have been to have had such a superstar Queen you will be missed
We will miss you as our Queen, a great leader and role model to everyone in the UK and the Commonwealth. You will never be forgotten, now reunited with your beloved Phillip.
A unique, caring,wonderful woman who will never be forgotten. Rest in peace with your beloved Philip
Thank you for your Service Madam. You were truly inspirational to the young women all over the world. May the soul of the faithful departed beloved Queen with the Mercy of God Rest in Peace. Amen
You truly were the Queen of hearts, a role model for us all. We will miss your smile, humour, dedication & kindness but most of all your presence. Gone but never will you be forgotten.
So sorry you are gone Ma'am. I will miss you. Many thanks for your hard and courageous work. Nothing will ever be the same without you. RIP Ma'am.
The strength and stay of this country. Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth will be greatly missed. Just like a nurse Her Majesty has stood through highs and lows of this country with dignity and respect. RIP
The back of six just before tea, this can't be true, the news on the TV? As I sat down and watched in silence, the reality, the flag was drawn to half mast, Our queen, our Monarch, has sadly passed.