A Tribute of Honor

The Nurse Honor Guard is a volunteer organization dedicated to recognizing and honoring the lives and service of nurses who have passed away. We pay respect to the dedication, compassion, and professionalism that nurses bring to their communities. These ceremonies often include the Nightingale Tribute, a reading of the nurse’s name, and the symbolic extinguishing of the lamp and ringing of the bell/triangle—an emotional and dignified farewell to those who have served in the nursing profession.

Our Mission

Our Mission- offers volunteer nurses to honor their colleagues who have passed away with dignity and respect through ceremonial services. There is no charge to family.

Events

October 11, 2026

Local Chapter Monthly Meeting

Location: Library Station

Time: 2pm-4pm

2535 N Kansas Expressway, Springfield, MO 65803

Membership

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Our Services

The Nurse Honor Guard attends academic nursing program pinning ceremonies to welcome new nurses to the profession, "and honor nurses" in senior community living facilities and senior community centers during nurse's week (May)

The Nurse Honor Guard represents the tradition of nursing by serving at various community events such as welcoming home our veterans from their honor flights and participating in parades and other events.

Volunteer opportunities

Nightingale tribute

Living tributes (Lap quilt given)

Academic Nursing Pinning Ceremonies

Senior Center during Nurse Week

Community Events

Welcome home Honor Flight at Springfield Airport

Participates in Parades (Veterans Branson)

Wreaths across America

Education/ Fair/Conferences information table

"The Southwest Missouri Nurse Honor Guard provided a beautiful and moving tribute to my mother. Their dedication and professionalism were truly exceptional."

Benjamin Wood

"I can't say enough about the outstanding service I received from Southwest Missouri Nurse Honor Guard. Their team went above and beyond to meet our needs and exceeded our expectations."

Emma Thompson

"The Southwest Missouri Nurse Honor Guard brought comfort and dignity to our family during a difficult time. We are forever grateful for their service."

Oliver Hartman