Retirement Thank you Letters

Dear {Employer/Colleague/Staff},

I want to express my sincere gratitude to you for making my stay at {company} so happy and productive. It has been a pleasure working with you for the last {number of} years, and I will certainly miss all the wonderful times we shared.

Thank you also for the retirement party and the lovely {gift} you got me. How did you know I needed a {gift}? It's perfect for when I go on vacation to {location} next {week/month} with my {wife/spouse}.

Though we won't be seeing each other on a daily basis anymore, I hope we'll still keep in touch outside of the office. In case you don't have it, my personal {email address/cell number} is {contact information}.

Warm regards,
{Your Name}

Dear {Employer/Colleague/Staff},

Wow! I still can't get over the super fun retirement party you all threw for me {yesterday/the other day}. What a way to mark the end of a chapter—you guys are truly the best!

Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Not just for the party and gifts, but more importantly for the wonderful {number of} years we spent working together. As much as I loved my job, coming in to {company} every day was made more enjoyable because of the people I worked with. So, thank you.

I'll miss {recipient's positive qualities or memorable moments}. I'm sure we'll still see each other outside of the office every now and then. You know where to reach me!

Best,
{Your Name}

Dear {Retiree},

{Company} wouldn't be the same without you—you've been largely responsible for {impact they made in the office}. Thank you for {number of} years of service and commitment.

We wish you the very best. Enjoy your retirement!

Warm regards,
{Your Name}

Dear {Boss},

I know plenty of people who complain about their bosses, fortunately, that has never been the case for me.

More than a boss, you've become a friend over the past {number of} years that we've worked together. You truly cared about your {team/employees} and we're all so lucky to have had such a great leader.

Thank you for inspiring us to do our best every day. I will miss your wisdom and support.

Enjoy your retirement!

Warmly,
{Your Name}