Ana Néri passed away on May 20, 1880, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Ana Néri died on May 20, 1880, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, marking the end of a significant era in the development of modern nursing in Brazil. Her contributions were critical during the Paraguayan War, where she pioneered efforts to improve care and hygiene practices in military hospitals. Posthumously, her work was honored through the naming of Brazil's first nursing school after her, ensuring that her legacy in compassionate healthcare and nursing excellence endured.