I know a few nurses. One I know very, very well. Nurses are caring and compassionate about their patients and they’re dedicated to their profession.
I’m in Millcreek to experience a great example of that dedication. I’ve been invited by members of the Nurse Honor Guard Chapter of Erie County to a tribute ceremony they are conducting for Donna Griffin. Donna was a beloved and respected nurse from AHN-St. Vincent Hospital who died last December. We are at Our Lady of Peace Church. The ceremony is being conducted during a memorial service at the church.
Lucille Morrison is one of the nurses taking part in the tribute ceremony. She was one of 5 people who first got together early last year to form the Nurse Honor Guard Chapter of Erie County. Since that initial meeting, the number of nurses in the honor guard has grown to 35 members…