Nurse Honor Guard for Nurses who served and passed in Vietnam. The “Wall that Heals” aka a representation of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, will be in visiting Orange, California. This is opening day and there may be many people attending. We will gather at area of the alphabet “N” or at the official entrance.
On behalf of the Nurse Honor Guard of Southern California, we want you to know that we are truly honored to stand before the sacred Wall That Heals Orange. We gather not only to remember the brave souls who served and sacrificed, but to pay special tribute to the nurses—military and civilian—who answered the call with compassion, courage, and unwavering dedication.
These nurses were healers in the midst of conflict, often working under unimaginable conditions. They held hands during final moments, offered comfort through pain, and carried the weight of loss long after the battles ended. We honor their service, their sacrifice, and their legacy. Let us reflect on the spirit of care and commitment that defines the nursing profession—and the profound impact these individuals had on the lives of countless soldiers and families.
Thank you for joining us in remembrance
1st Lt. Sharon Ann Lane of Canton, Ohio
Died on June 8, 1969. Killed by a rocket explosion while caring for patients at the 312th Evacuation Hospital.
2nd Lt. Pamela Dorothy Donovan of Brighton, Massachusetts
Died on July 8, 1968. Died of pneumonia while serving at the 85th Evacuation Hospital in Qui Nhon.
Lt. Col. Annie Ruth Graham of Efland, North Carolina
Died on August 14, 1968. Suffered a stroke while serving as Chief Nurse at the 91st Evacuation Hospital in Tuy
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Capt. Mary Therese Klinker of Lafayette, Indiana
Died on April 4, 1975. Killed in the crash of a Babylift flight while escorting orphans to safety.
2nd Lt. Carol Ann Elizabeth Drazba of Dunmore, Pennsylvania
Died on February 18, 1966. Killed in a helicopter crash near Saigon.
2nd Lt. Elizabeth Ann Jones of Allendale, South Carolina
Died on February 18, 1966. Killed in a helicopter crash near Saigon as 2LT Drazba.
Capt. Eleanor Grace Alexander of Rivervale, New Jersey
Died on November 30, 1967. Killed in a plane crash while returning from Pleiku.
1st Lt. Hedwig Diane Orlowski of Detroit, Michigan
Died on November 30, 1967. Killed in plane crash.