The Finger Lakes Nurse Honor Guard is privileged to recognize and honor those who have dedicated their lives to serving others in their chosen profession as a nurse at the end of their life journey. The honor guard’s presence provides meaningful recognition and honor to a nurse who has passed, and in hopes of easing the grief of their family members, loved one’s and colleagues.

Our vision is that no nurse is forgotten. We will provide recognition and honor to every nurse at the end of life upon the family’s request. All cultural and spiritual diversities will be discussed with the Honor Guard and Funeral Director prior to the tribute ceremony. All services will occur totally free of charge.

We are an incredible group of volunteer nurses from the Finger Lakes area, Registered Nurses or Licensed Practical Nurses, Student Nurses, and Nurse Practitioners who pay homage to a nurse who has dedicated their life to serving others in their chosen profession as a nurse at the end of their life journey. It is a heartwarming and truly meaningful way to serve others as we pay honor to our colleagues at the time of their passing.

The honor guard can be present at a funeral, memorial service, celebration of life service, or graveside service and provides meaningful recognition with a short but very moving tribute ceremony in honor of the nurse. We can also provide Living Tributes for nurses in the last season of their life.

We serve Ontario County, Senecca County, Wayne County, and Yates County and welcome new members to join us in serving our fallen colleagues