About the west virginia nurse honor guard
Our Mission
Founded in 2023, the West Virginia Nurse Honor Guard is based on the principles of respect, honor and gratitude. Our mission is to recognize and celebrate the contributions of nurses who have dedicated their lives to the service of others. We are committed to providing dignified and heartfelt tributes to nurses who have passed away, ensuring their legacy of care and compassion is remembered and cherished.
Our Services
Ceremonial Guard: Volunteers stand vigil at the nurse's casket or urn
Tribute Ceremony: A symbolic ritual where the lighted lamp is passed to signify the enduring impact of the nurse's service and knowledge
Reading of the Nightingale Pledge: Recitation of the pledge to honor the nurse's commitment to the values and ethics of the profession
Presentation of the White Rose: Offering a white rose to the family of the deceased as a symbol of purity, peace, and rememberence.
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