RSL Mourns Passing of its Patron, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

The Returned & Services League of Australia’s (RSL) has expressed its deep sorrow and condolences on the passing of its Patron, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. 

RSL Australia President Greg Melick said the passing of Her Majesty will be felt by all veterans who particularly valued her association and patronage of the League for more than 70 years. 

“Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth has been an outstanding servant and leader of the Commonwealth for the duration of her reign and the RSL was honoured to have her as our Patron,” Greg Melick said. 

“Her passing makes this a period of great sadness, but also is a time to reflect on her unstinting service and contribution to Australia, Great Britain and all the nations of the Commonwealth. 

“We recently marked Her Majesty’s Platinum Jubilee, with RSL State Branches and Sub Branches throughout Australia illuminated in purple to mark her extraordinary 70 years on the throne. Such was the esteem in which she was held by our organisation and its members.” 

Greg Melick said Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II was a unique monarch and an outstanding Patron of the RSL. 

“She dedicated her life to the service of her nation and the peoples of the Commonwealth and never shirked this great responsibility. 

“The RSL will be forever grateful for her commitment, encouragement and support for our veterans and service personnel. 

“On behalf of RSL Australia, our Branches, Sub-Branches and all our members, I extend our sincere and deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences to King Charles III and Queen Elizabeth’s family,” Greg Melick said.