It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our dear colleague and friend, Kyra (Kaplan) Khayat, RN. Kyra was a dedicated member of our chapter, serving as an active member of the Professional Practice Committee, Chapter Treasurer-Elect (2021-2022), and Treasurer (2022-2024). She was also a speaker at our Annual Chapter Symposiums in 2023 and 2024.

To honor Kyra's memory, we invite you to join us for a Celebration of Life:

Date: Wednesday, March 12, 2025

Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Location: Dawson Theater, Boca Raton Regional Hospital 800 Meadows Road, Boca Raton, Florida

RSVP: https://celebrationoflifeofKyra.rsvpify.com

Show your support: Please wear a "Kyra's Krew" pink T-shirt to the celebration. You can order a T-shirt here BEFORE February 20th: https://aacnpbc.nursingnetwork.com/page/102685-kyra-s-krew-t-shirt-in-honor-of-kyra-khayat-rn

T-shirts can be picked up at the following locations:

• Dawson Theater before the event
• Chapter meeting on March 11th
• Arrangements can be made for drop-off/pick-up through a chapter ambassador near you.

Letters to Everly: We are also collecting letters for Kyra's 15-month-old daughter, Everly. Please share your memories of Kyra and what made her so special.

• Format: Typed or handwritten on 8.5 x 11" paper.
• Title: "Letter to Everly"
• Submission: Email to Marty Turk at the1marty@gmail.com by February 20th.

Thank you for your support,

AACN-PBC Chapter Officers and Board