From Left: Brian Bohnhoff, Stacy Moore, Brenda Ebbert, Karen Long and Carolyn Kibler pose on the morning of the retirement celebration. Together the four retirees have more than 170 years of experience at Peoples State Bank.
To celebrate a retirement of this magnitude, People State Bank had a special cake made featuring all four retirees. From Left: Brian Bohnhoff, Carolyn Kibler, Karen Long, Brenda Ebbert.
“Monumental” Celebration at Peoples State Bank
Community bank bids a fond farewell to four long-time employees
Newton (February 11, 2021) – Retirements typically occur one by one as staff members impart their knowledge to peers and transition out of their career. In January, Peoples State Bank honored not one, but four retiring staff members with one celebration.
“We would typically invite family, past co-workers, customers and friends to join us for this type of event. Unfortunately, due to the pandemic, that wasn’t an option this year,” said Stacy Moore, President of Peoples State Bank. “Each of these four people has been an integral part of our operations at Newton and we thought it was fitting to honor them together.”
Brenda Ebbert and Carolyn Kibler, both Full Time Tellers, enjoyed 48 years with Peoples State Bank. Carolyn joined the bank during high school, working Saturdays until graduation. Brenda had become known for good-hearted ribbing with several of her “usual” customers. Karen Long, Internal Auditor, was with Peoples State Bank 39 years and did a tremendous job keeping operations running smoothly. Brian Bohnhoff, Agricultural Lender, was with the bank 36 years. Brian built relationships with several Jasper County farm families throughout his career and played a huge role in not only the bank’s success, but in the success of many of his customers.
“Tenures such as these with one employer are not common in today’s society and speak to each of each of these individuals and their loyalty to their customers, the Newton community and Peoples State Bank,” Stacy said.
A luncheon was organized by bank staff to honor the retirees, complete with a unique cake expressing just how special these four have been over the years. Peoples State Bank, the Board of Directors and all the staff would like to congratulate these four on retirements!
