About Us
Who We Are
Honoring Nurses with Compassion
Founded in September 2024, the Ogeechee Region Nurse Honor Guard is a volunteer organization honoring nurses’ profound contributions to their communities and profession. Open to active or retired RNs, NPs, CRNAs, CNSs, and LPNs in good standing with the Georgia Board of Nursing, our members provide meaningful tributes recognizing the dedication and sacrifices of nurses.
Our goals are to provide dignity and respect in recognition to our fellow colleagues (free of charge) while inspiring the next generation of nurses to leave a lasting impression on our profession.
Our Mission and Vision
Our mission is to pay tribute to our nursing colleagues by performing the Nightingale Tribute and the Last Call of Duty at their funeral, memorial, or graveside service. This ceremony serves as a final farewell, officially releasing the nurse from their professional duties. Through this act, we honor the dedication, care, and compassion that defined their career, acknowledging their contributions to the well-being of countless lives.
Our vision is to honor nursing colleagues who dedicated their lives to caring for others, celebrating their legacy and inspiring future generations in the nursing profession.
Dr. Erica Edfort, DNP, FASRN, FAHA
Founder/Chapter President
Visionary leader committed to honoring nurses’ legacies and lifelong contributions.
Naomi Sitton, BSN
Co-Director
Compassionate advocate ensuring impactful ceremonies celebrating nurses’ service.
Mary Anderson, BSN
Co-Director
Dedicated nurse focused on meaningful tributes and fostering community unity.
Traditional Uniforms
Volunteers wear traditional uniforms, reflecting the timeless values of care and compassion in nursing.
Symbolic Cape
The cape represents warmth for soldiers, with a red lining signifying nurses’ battlefield dedication.
Service Availability
Tributes are offered for all nurses, both for memorial services and life milestones.
