01/27/2026
Today we pause to honor Alex Pretti a nurse whose life was lost far too soon.
This image his colleagues lining the halls of the Minnesota VA speaks louder than any words.
It reflects the quiet strength of the nursing community and the deep respect held for one of their own.
Nursing is more than a profession. It is service, sacrifice, and showing up for others, even when the cost is high. Alex’s impact lives on through the patients he cared for and the colleagues who stood beside him.
We extend our deepest condolences to his family, loved ones, and the entire VA nursing community. May he be remembered with honor, gratitude, and compassion.