Nursing is a calling, a lifestyle, a way of living. Nurses here today honor ___________and her life as a nurse. ___________ is not remembered by her years as a nurse but by the difference she made during those years by stepping into people’s lives. By special moments, ____________was there. When a calming quiet presence was all that was needed __________ was there (in unison). In the excitement and miracle of birth or in the mystery and loss of life, ____________was there (in unison). When a silent glance could uplift a patient, family member or friend, ____________was there (in unison). At those times when the unexplainable needed to be explained, ___________ was there (in unison). When a gentle touch, a firm push or an encouraging word was needed, ___________ was there (in unison) In choosing the best one from a family’s box of chocolates, ____________was there (in unison). To witness humanity – it’s beauty, in good times and bad, without judgment, ___________ was there (in unison) To embrace the woes of the world, willingly, and offer hope, ____________was there (in unison) Add personalized information here (optional)____________________ And now that it is time to be at the Greater One’s side, ____________ is there (in unison). _______________, we honor you this day and give you a white rose to symbolize our honor and appreciation for being our colleague. I would like to invite any nurses present to stand as we do a final roll call. __________________. (ring triangle) __________________. (ring triangle) __________________. (ring triangle) We officially release you from your nursing duties. (The lamp is extinguished and handed to a family member with quiet words of condolence in single file return to your seats)