Retirement is an exciting time in a person’s life. They have worked hard to build their career and can step back and appreciate how far they’ve come. Not only is it a time for reflection, it’s also a time for them to look forward and spend time with the people they care about, doing the things they love.
Sending a retirement message to someone you care about will show your appreciation and support. Whether it’s a close coworker you’ve seen grow over the years or a family member who’s shared their experience with you every step of the way, showing your sentiments by adding a handwritten note to a bouquet of flowers will mean the world to them.
What to put on a Retirement card
If you’re at a loss for what to write in a retirement card, not to worry! Here are some helpful tips to help you get started. These writing prompts will help you find inspiration.
Please share your favourite memory
Do you have a funny story about the retiree that will stay with you forever? You can tell it or share an inside joke from the memory.
Write down something they’ve done that has influenced you
Did their support and encouragement help you attempt something you wouldn’t have otherwise? They helped you through a difficult time. Remember a time they helped you.
Talk about their best characteristics
What is their greatest trait? Which traits have they displayed throughout their careers? Are they truthful? Punctual Are you dedicated? Whatever it is, they’ll be happy to hear that you appreciate their character.
Plan for the Future
Do you both have something that you’ve talked about but never got around to doing? Discuss making it happen now that they’ll have more time on their hands.
Retirement Card Messages
If you’re still searching for the right words to pair with a congratulatory gift, here are some messages that will help you portray your feelings. There are plenty of options to choose from, including funny retirement messages and more serious and deeply felt sentiments.
For coworkers: Retirement messages
If your coworker or boss is retiring, let them know how much you’ve enjoyed working by their side. Even if you don’t know them well, a meaningful note with small gift can go a long way!
- Congratulations to one of the most important people in the office!
- You are a model of hard work and optimism. We are grateful for your joy and contribution to the office. We will be missing you!
- I wish you a long, happy retirement.
- Best wishes for your next adventure.
- You’ve been promoted to the retirement stage of your life! Congratulations!
- The new KPIs for you are happiness return and relaxation investment. Happy retirement!
- To one of the best people who has worked at this office: I’m sad to see you go but wishing you all the best in this next stage of life!
- Congratulations on your retirement. I wish you many more days with my family and friends.
- Many thanks for your hard work, dedication and perseverance. Congratulations on your retirement.
- Congrats, you’re now your own boss!
- You’ve inspired me to always stay passionate. It is hard to find a colleague like you. Happy retirement, it’s well deserved!
- Happy retirement! You’ll be missed but never forgotten!
- Your new quarterly goal is to avoid anything that looks like work! Congratulations on your retirement!
- It is certain to be a success if you enjoy your retirement as much as you do working for this company!
- Just because you’re retired doesn’t mean you stop taking coffee breaks. You should schedule me!
Retirement messages for family and friends
Your family and friends are your closest people. You can show your pride by writing a note to them with your best wishes.
- We wish you a long and fulfilling life.
- You’re now in the next phase of your life where every day is a weekend.
- Now it’s time to have some fun! Congratulations on your retirement!
- We wish you many more days of rest and relaxation. Happy retirement!
- Hope your retirement is as rockin’ as you imagined it would be!
- We wish you a long, happy, healthy and wealthy retirement.
- Nobody deserves retirement like you! You deserve it!
- I’m so happy to see you retire with so many wonderful years left to be enjoyed!
- Congratulations! We wish you a happy retirement filled with joy and happiness.
- Congratulations on your retirement! When you get bored, I’m only a phone call away!
- Retirement — the only time in your life when it’s okay to spend your entire life savings. Congratulations, you made it!
- I hope your retirement gives you the time to do what you love.
- Remember to call your old friend when you are tired of your two best friends, the living room recliner or bed,
- We wish you a happy and healthy retirement.
- You’ve finally retired! You now have all the time in the world to do all those things you haven’t quite got around to. Please let me know if I can be of assistance!
You now have an idea of the contents of your card. Pair your personal note with a gift that they can use in their free time. To help them start their journey to the sweeter things, gift them a plant or gift basket.
