Retirement is a significant milestone in everyone’s life – after all, you only retire once in your life. So when a colleague retires, it’s a special opportunity to express gratitude, celebrate shared memories and send best wishes for the future. Perhaps you are wondering what you can write in a card at such a time. Here are some inspiring ideas and numerous beautiful sayings and texts that you can integrate into your farewell card or farewell gift.

What can you write when a colleague retires?

Retirement can be an emotional moment. It’s the perfect time to show your appreciation and wish your colleague all the best for the future. Here are some ideas:

1. Share memories: Reminisce about shared experiences and tell funny or touching stories that you have experienced together.
2. Express your gratitude: Thank you for the cooperation, the support and the joint successes.
3. Best wishes: Wish your colleague a fulfilling retirement, good health and happiness.
4. Humor: A little humor can lighten the mood. A witty saying or a humorous anecdote can make it easier to say goodbye.

What do you write to a colleague who is retiring?

When writing a retirement card for a colleague, you can emphasize different aspects of their professional life and personality. Here are some examples of how you can formulate your thoughts:

1. Sincere appreciation: “Your commitment and professionalism have always enriched our team. Thank you for the wonderful collaboration.”
2. Personal wishes: “I wish you much joy and relaxation in your well-deserved retirement. Enjoy the time with your family and friends.”
3. Humorous remarks: “Finally you have time to do all the things you never had the opportunity to do at work. Have fun doing nothing!”
4. Review and outlook: “It’s been a great journey with you. Now a new chapter is beginning, and I’m sure it will be just as exciting and fulfilling.”

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50 beautiful sayings for the retirement of a colleague

Here are 50 inspiring, heartfelt and humorous sayings that you can use:

1. “Working life ends, leisure time begins. Enjoy every minute!”
2. “Thank you for the great collaboration. All the best for your retirement!”
3. “Off to new adventures! Have fun in retirement.”
4. “You’ve made it! Now you can enjoy your time.”
5. “We will miss you and your good humor very much. All the best!”
6. “May your retirement be as fulfilling as your career.”
7. “You were an inspiration to us all. Enjoy your retirement!”
8. “Many thanks for the many years together. All the best for the future!”
9. “Now the best part of your life begins. Have fun with it!”
10. “We will miss your commitment and passion. All the best!”
11. “You finally have time for all your hobbies and dreams.”
12. “A new chapter begins. May it be full of joy and adventure.”
13. “You have more than earned your retirement. Enjoy every second!”
14. “All the best for the future and have fun in retirement!”
15. “You were a great colleague. We will miss you.”
16. “Off to new shores! Enjoy your free time.”
17. “Many thanks for the wonderful collaboration. All the best in retirement!”
18. “Your retirement is well deserved. Enjoy the new phase of your life!”
19. “You can finally devote yourself fully to your hobbies.”
20. “All the best for your retirement and good luck and health.”
21. “You have achieved great things. Now it’s time to enjoy life.”
22. “We will miss your wisdom and your humor.”
23. “To a future full of happiness and contentment!”
24. “Thank you for all the wonderful moments. All the best for your retirement!”
25. “Now begins the best time of your life. Enjoy it!”

1. “You deserve to enjoy the fruits of your labor now.”
2. “Your retirement is a new beginning. Have fun with it!”
3. “We wish you a wonderful time full of relaxation and joy.”
4. “You finally have time for yourself and your loved ones. Enjoy it!”
5. “All the best for your future and have fun in retirement.”
6. “Your commitment was immeasurable. Now it’s time to relax.”
7. “We will miss you and your commitment very much.”
8. “To a retirement full of happiness and contentment!”
9. “Thank you for the great collaboration. Good luck in your retirement!”
10. “You finally have time for all the things you love.”
11. “We will miss you very much, but we are happy for you.”
12. “Your retirement is well deserved. Enjoy every minute!”
13. “A new chapter begins. Have fun with it!”
14. “Thank you for all the years of cooperation. All the best!”
15. “You were an asset to our team. Good luck in your retirement.”
16. “All the best for your future and have fun!”
17. “You deserve to enjoy life now.”
18. “May your retirement be full of joy and adventure.”
19. “We will miss you, but wish you the best.”
20. “To a future full of happiness and health!”
21. “Thank you for the wonderful time. All the best for your retirement!”
22. “Now a new, exciting phase of life begins. Have fun with it!”
23. “Enjoy your well-deserved rest. All the best!”
24. “We will miss you very much. Good luck in your retirement!”
25. “All the best for the future and much joy in the new phase of life!”

Use these sayings and ideas to give your colleagues a fitting farewell. Regardless of whether you choose a humorous, heartfelt or inspiring message – the important thing is that it comes from the heart.

20 formal sayings for the retirement of a colleague

Sometimes the situation calls for a more formal touch, especially when saying goodbye in a professional environment. Here are 20 formal sayings you can use in a card, letter or farewell speech to give a colleague a fitting and respectful farewell.

1. “We would like to thank you for your tireless efforts and wish you all the best for your retirement.”
2. “You have enriched our company with your commitment and expertise. We wish you health and happiness for the future.”
3. “Your contribution to our success has been invaluable. We wish you a fulfilling retirement.”
4. “We will miss your professionalism and commitment. We wish you all the best for your retirement.”
5. “On behalf of the entire team, we would like to thank you for your many years of loyalty and commitment. May your retirement be just as successful and happy.”
6. “It has been an honor to work with you. We wish you a well-deserved retirement full of new opportunities.”
7. “Your commitment and dedication have had a lasting impact on our company. We wish you all the best for the next stage of your life.”
8. “We appreciate your valuable work and wish you health and happiness for the future.”
9. “Your tireless commitment and professionalism have always inspired us. We wish you a fulfilled and happy retirement.”
10. “Thank you for your many years of support and cooperation. We wish you a peaceful and enjoyable retirement.”
11. “Your contribution was essential to the success of our company. May your retirement be as fulfilling as your career.”
12. “We bid you farewell with great respect and gratitude and wish you all the best for the future.”
13. “Your commitment and dedication were exemplary. We wish you health, happiness and fulfillment in your retirement.”
14. “It was a pleasure working with you. We wish you a well-deserved and happy retirement.”
15. “We will miss your professional commitment very much. We wish you a fulfilling retirement full of joy and relaxation.”
16. “We would like to thank you for your outstanding work and commitment and wish you all the best for your retirement.”
17. “Your experience and knowledge have enriched our team. We wish you a fulfilling retirement.”
18. “We bid you farewell with great respect and wish you all the best for the future.”
19. “Your contribution to our company has been invaluable. May your retirement be as successful as your career.”
20. “Thank you very much for your many years of support. We wish you a well-deserved and happy retirement.”

These formal sayings are ideal for giving your colleague a respectful and appreciative farewell. They emphasize the appreciation for the work done and at the same time offer best wishes for the next stage of life.

Good luck with your writing!