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150+ Retirement Wishes, Messages, Quotes to Write in a Card

– Retirement Messages –

Send your employer, colleagues, family, or friends the greatest retirement messages and texts as they embark on their next journey!

Retirement Messages

Retirement is one of those significant life events that signal the end of one chapter and the beginning of another.

As they near the conclusion of their career, most individuals look forward to trading hard hours at the office for never-ending days of golfing, traveling or playing with their grandkids.

However, for a retiree, leaving the job may be a bittersweet experience as feelings of exhilaration and apprehension mingle as they reflect on their professional memories while considering the unlimited possibilities that lie ahead of them.

Retirement Message

1. Wishing all the very best on your retirement. May you have a healthy and happy life with your friends and family.

2. Congratulations on your retirement! – Retirement Messages

3. Retirement is the world’s longest coffee break. Enjoy your coffee!

4. I’m sure you never thought this day would come… Well, other than that calendar you had that counted down the last days until your retirement—hahaha! Enjoy yourself. You will be greatly missed!

5. Just think, you’ll never have to sit in on another conference call. Enjoy your retirement!

6. Best wishes for your retirement. Here’s to watching your grandkids instead of the bottom line.

7. Retirement is like coming home one day and telling your wife, ‘Honey, I’m home… for good!’

8. Extra hours, hectic Mondays, horrible coffee, and the endless countdown to the weekends. We know you’ll miss all of that, but it’s time to move on to something even more pleasurable! Happy retirement!

9. What do you call a person who is happy on a Monday? Retired!

10. Congratulations on your well-deserved 7-day weekend!

Happy Retirement Messages

11. When you retire you switch bosses; from the one who hired you to the one who married you. Enjoy retirement!

12. Remember retirement is an adventure! Especially if you count trekking out of bed, climbing on sofas, diving into takeout… Have fun.

13. There are all sorts of things that you will have to learn how to do off the clock now, like making coffee.

14. Now Fridays aren’t the best day of the week anymore… they all are!

15. Cheers to your retirement! So, where will you be traveling to first? And may I please come with you?

16. Congratulations on gaining two new best friends upon your retirement. Their names are Bed and Couch. You will be hanging out with them a lot.

17. Thank you for being a tireless professional, a helpful coworker, and a good friend. Now go and relax!

18. I am so glad you’re retiring after years of dedication and hard work. Now you can work with me on ticking off our bucket list.

19. Expect me to drop your grandkids off a lot more often now that I know you will have a lot more time!

20. Get ready for endless weekends and unforgettable fishing trips. You deserve it!

Good Wishes

Message for a Retirement

21. We’ll miss you. You are one of a kind and not easily replaced.

22. Time to start ticking off the bucket list!

23. Well done on staying alive so long that your company had to force you to retire.

24. When is a retiree’s bedtime? About 30 minutes after they fall asleep on the couch!

25. Retirement is the start of a new story. Make it a good one!

26. New places to go, new stories to live. Let the next chapter begin!

27. Congratulations on your retirement! If you get bored, you know you can call and hang out with us.

28. Cherish every moment from now on. I hope you get the chance whatever you wanted to do. Happy Retirement!

29. Congratulations on your happy retirement. Enjoy your hobbies, and stop by sometimes to see us.

30. Retirement is another new chapter of life. I hope you enjoy it with relaxation, good health, and fun. Congratulations.

Happy Retirement Message

31. Dad, I’ve seen how hard you’ve worked all these years. Thank you for everything. It’s time to rest. Have a beautiful retired life with all of us.

32. Sending best wishes on your retirement. Enjoy it at your heart’s content.

33. Life after retirement is like the second innings of life. Reward yourself with a great and joyous vacation that you always craved for. Happy retirement!

34. Thank you for always leading us from the front, boss. We will miss you greatly. Happy retirement!

35. You deserve a good rest now. Happy retirement!

36. We had a great time to cherish forever, thousands of reasons for me to be thankful to you on this day. Wishing you an enjoyable life ahead. Happy retirement.

37. Happy retirement! May God bless you and your days be filled with joy and ecstasy.

38. You were more than a coworker to me. You were like a mentor and the best colleague ever. Though it’s painful, wishing you a life full of happiness after retirement.

39. Congratulations on your retirement. On this special day, you deserve the best farewell ever. May you enjoy every moment of this new journey of your life.

40. Sending heartfelt wishes for the new chapter of your life. May you be able to do all those exciting and happy things you couldn’t do all these times. Have a wonderful time.

Retirement Card Messages

Retirement Card Messages

41. We wish you nothing but good health and joyous days in your retirement. Have a wonderful life and pray that we can carry out your ideals.

42. Sending heartfelt wishes as you’re going to enter a new chapter and a new stage in life. But you’ll be still be missed for your dedication and honesty.

43. After working so hard all these years, you deserve a good long rest. Welcome to retired life.

44. Have a happy retirement. Consider it as a sweet reward for all your contributions, late nights, and having no time for your family. Welcome to it!

45. You deserve this new-found freedom after working so hard and with dedication all these years. Congratulations on your retirement.

46. Life is giving you another chance to find yourself again and start it all over again. May all your desires come true during this new phase of your life.

47. Freedom is another name of retirement; no more workload, no tension; you are your own boss. May you enjoy this freedom and accomplish things that you never did before.

48. We all are grateful to you for your guidance, support, and great leadership. You’ll be missed for your generosity. Happy farewell.

49. All of us at work will miss you dearly. But, on the bright side, you get to spend some quality time with your family now. Happy retirement!

50. Thank you for the blood, sweat, tears and the hard work with which you’ve helped our company grow.

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51. The unparalleled dedication with which you’ve performed your job all these years deserves a huge round of applause. Hope your extended vacation for life turns out to be amazing.

52. The quality which you’d bring to work is something which you will dearly miss in the workplace. I hope the chapter on retirement brings you great delight.

53. Farewell is always a grievous moment, but a coworker like you would always be remembered with great honor and love. Enjoy your retired life.

54. The old chapter is closed today; a new journey is about to begin; embark on it with a deep breath. Make sure you enjoy it all. Happy retirement.

55. Wish you a happy, healthy, and adventurous life after retirement. May this new chapter brings immense ecstasy, laughter, and triumph in your life.

56. Sending respect and well wishes for the new chapter of your life. May you have a joyous life full of exciting moments.

57. Now you have so much time for your family and your loved ones. No complaints anymore. May you enjoy your time!

58. All your best work will be remembered with great gratitude and honor. May this retirement be the starting of a happy time in your life.

59. Congratulations on gaining two new best friends -bed and couch. From now on, you will hang out with them mostly.

60. Happy retirement. Finally, you are going to have some time to spend only for yourself. Hope you test all the new ventures of your life to the fullest.

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Messages for Retirement Card

61. For you, the weekend has seven days. Congratulations on the extended weekend. By the way, happy retirement.

62. May this retirement bring you the opportunity to discover a new meaning to life. May you be able to do things that you always wished for! Congratulations and best of luck with your retirement.

63. Now it’s your time to say goodbye to tension and say hello to your pension—happy twice-a-year holiday.

64. May your retirement bring everything wonderful in your life! Live like a free man, like a wild bird during this new phase of your life.

65. Let’s unwind your mind and relax your soul, do adventurous things and spend much time with your family. Happy retired life! Miss you.

66. Can’t imagine you without work, but we’re happy as you’ll now get much time to spend with us and can go to the places we always wanted to go.

67. Your life’s golden phase is about to start. May God bless you to fulfill all your personal aspirations through your retirement! Live your dreams as much as you can.

68. In all these years, I’ve seen you working day and night; now it’s time to give yourself some rest and enjoyment. Relax and feel life all again.

69. Your retirement has brought you a new opportunity to experience freedom in life. I wish that you feel the thrill of life and embark on many adventures that never happened before.

70. I have always known you as the most active and hardworking person. Now I cannot wait to see how you enjoy your freedom! Congratulations on your retirement.

Retirement Card Message

71. Boss, you have always been an embodiment of optimism and enthusiasm. As you retire, we will sorely miss you. Happy retirement.

72. The department will never be the same without your jokes and your good vibes. I will miss you so much, Sir. Have a good life ahead. Congratulations on your retirement.

73. Boss, you have been our role model at work. Your determination and grit deserve high praise. We wish you a joyous retired life with your loved ones.

74. Over these past years, we get to learn so many things from you. Congratulations on your retirement, boss.

75. Your decision-making skills and your excellent leadership will be dearly missed. Happy retirement, boss!

76. I still cannot believe that we won’t be greeted with your positive vibe every day in the office, Sir. I will always remember your advice. Have a great life, Sir.

77. Working under your leadership and guidance was truly an honor for each and every one of us. Thank you for all the support. Enjoy your retirement, Sir.

78. You have always whined about not getting enough rest; now, you are getting endless relaxation. Congrats on your retirement, friend.

79. Thank you for always lifting up the mood and always encouraging us with your words. Congratulations on your retirement, we will miss you.

80. I’ve watched you work too hard for so many years. I am so glad that it is all coming to an end now. You honestly deserve retirement more than anyone I know.

Funny Quotes

Happy Messages

81. Congratulations on your new freedom. Now we will get to see you more. Enjoy every moment of your new life.

82. After hearing about your retirement, I was so excited. Now we get to enjoy all the trips. Happy retirement, my friend.

83. To my fantastic boss, thanks for all the support and patience. We will miss you. Best wishes for your retirement.

84. Retirement has finally come knocking at your doors. I really hope you get to spend some quality time with your family. – Retirement Messages

85. I hope you know life never stops and retirement is just another phase of life. Embrace it and enjoy your life with joyous moments. Happy retirement friend.

86. You got the longest coffee-break and no hectic Mondays. I am so jealous of you—anyway, congrats on your retirement. – Retirement Messages

87. I’m glad that you are finally retiring. Now should we start planning all the trips that we didn’t get to go? Oh my, good days here we come!

88. As your friend, I can say it’s your good deeds that have brought you where you are today. I hope you know what retirement actually means! Happy Holidays for life.

89. I’m so proud of the person that you are today. The dedication you had for your job, it’s time to enjoy life with two times more dedication than that. – Retirement Messages

90. Dad, from now on, get rid of all the tension and pressure from your shoulder. Enjoy the retirement from work. Happy retirement.

Funny Quotes

91. Congratulations on your retirement, Dad. You can finally spend more time with your grandchildren. We love you!

92. Father, the time has finally come to relax and let go of all the financial tension. Be happy and enjoy your hard-earned pension.

93. Happy retirement, dad! My best wishes for you to have good health and a fantastic vacation all the days of your retirement.

94. After years of hard work, you will finally have some time to yourself. I am so happy for you. I hope you enjoy your life to the max. Happy retirement dad.

95. I wish you great happiness and good health on all the days of your retirement. Congratulations. Have a blessed retirement, dad. I love you so much. – Retirement Messages

96. Congratulations on your retirement. I hope you will enjoy your days as a retiree to the fullest. I am extremely happy for you, dad.

97. Finally, your hectic Mondays are over, and not any workload. Now we can spend more time together at home. I hope you have a blessed retirement, dad.

98. I’m so happy and proud of you, dear dad. All the hectic schedules are in the past now; finally, you won’t be missing quality times and fun with the family anymore.

99. Thank you for always creating a motivating atmosphere all around the office. I will always miss your presence here. Have a great life ahead! – Retirement Messages

100. You have worked hard until the last day of your job. We admire your contribution until now. Happy retirement.

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Farewell Wishes

101. The difference you’ve made at work and the way you’ve always been there for guidance makes you one of my favorite coworkers (insert name). I will miss you dearly. Happy retirement.

102. Your enthusiasm and positive attitude towards work made us learn many things. We will miss such an optimistic person. Congratulations on your retirement.

103. You are one of the best colleagues I have until now. I will miss you. Best wishes for your happy retirement.

104. Finally, the day is here to say goodbye. You have always been a great employee. We will miss you. Happy retirement day.

105. All the best from us to your new retired life; we hope you get to enjoy every moment from now on.

106. Heartiest of congratulations to you on your retirement from work. Work will never feel the same with you gone.

107. My dearest colleague, I will miss our conversations over tea. All the best to you in the new phase of your life.

108. Hey, Mr. Perfectionist! You will be missed so much. I hope you will enjoy your retirement and won’t forget the lifelong friends you have made her. Good wishes. – Retirement Messages

109. Now that you are retiring, who will take all the work pressure away with silly jokes? We will miss our great colleague in the office so much. Enjoy your retirement.

110. It’s been nothing but an absolute blessing sharing the workplace with you. You are a friend, mentor and a great company to have. May God bless you.

Best Wishes

Best Wishes

111. You have always been an example to us at work. Congrats, and thanks for being a great colleague.

112. You were the best coworker anyone could have ever asked for. Thanks for being such and kind and amazing soul. Enjoy your days to the fullest.

113. Congratulations on your retirement! You have achieved so many things. We will miss such a dedicated employee—all the best for the new journey.

114. Now that you are retiring, you will have so much time for us. This makes me so happy. I hope you will be enjoying your day’s max. Happy retirement. – Retirement Messages

115. Congratulations uncle on your recent retirement from work. What a marvelous career you’ve had. I would love to hear about your work accomplishments the next time I visit.

116. You have made us learn to never compromise with honesty, integrity, and good behavior. You deserve the most incredible ovation at retirement.

117. Thank you for instilling a growth mindset and a passion for learning. Hope your retired life turns out to be beautiful.

118. Happy retirement dear Uncle! Hope you enjoy good health and quality time with your family.

119. It’s finally the time you can rest without any worries from work. Congrats on your retirement, uncle.

120. Even if you retire, you will never retire from my heart. However, happy retirement, dear teacher.

Awesome Retirement Messages

121. Whenever I think of you, I am reminded of your kind smile. You have been teaching at this school for quite a while. Your time to retire is finally here, sign off in style.

122. Thank you Mr/Mrs. (insert name) for making (insert subject) easy for us. Very few people can teach as well as you. We’ll miss you!

123. Sir/ Madam, you have been a great role model for me throughout high-school. I feel pretty sad at the thought of no longer seeing you at school. Nonetheless, have a happy retirement.

124. Thanks for your endless effort, motivation, and hope for us to become better and successful people. Happy retirement. – Retirement Messages

125. You were so kind, considerate and caring. We’ll miss you a lot now that you’re retiring.

126. You have accomplished so many things in this company. We sincerely appreciate your dedication and effort you made for our company. Congrats on your retirement.

127. It’s your time to relax! Congratulations on your retirement – you’ve earned it! – Retirement Messages

128. Welcome to retirement, where every day feels like the weekend, and soon you’ll forget what day it is!

129. Busy Monday mornings, working late shifts, horrible coffee, and a demanding boss… of course, we know you’ll miss all of this! Congratulations on your retirement from your jealous coworkers!

130. Congratulations on your retirement! Now you’ll have more time for sleeping in, fishing, reading, and golfing… unless you want to trade places with me?

Positive Wishes

Positive Wishes

131. Retirement – it’s doing nothing without worrying about getting caught at it! Congratulations, and enjoy your newfound freedom!

132. You’re not truly retired – [insert hobby, e.g., golfing or knitting] is a full-time job! Wishing you all the best in this new chapter of your life.

133. Congratulations on your long-awaited retirement – we’re so happy for you. Enjoy spending more time with your beautiful grandkids! – Retirement Messages

134. Goodbye tension and hello pension! Congratulations from all of us to one well-deserving retiree.

135. Congratulations! We hope you enjoy every minute of your retirement!

136. Wishing you a wonderful retirement. Enjoy this new chapter of your life, and we hope it’s filled with good health, relaxation, and fun!

137. I’ll miss your energy, enthusiasm, and most of all, your unfailing dedication to helping this place function a little better every day. Wishing you nothing but the best in your retirement.

138. Happy retirement! Enjoy your well-deserved time off. – Retirement Messages

139. You made it! Congratulations on your retirement – we’ll miss you around the office

140. Congratulations! You’ve had a brilliant career, and now it’s time for a fantastic retirement – enjoy!

Graceful Retirement Messages

141. It’s a big, beautiful world out there. Adventure awaits! Wishing you all the very best in your retirement!

142. Happy Retirement! All the best to you and your family at this exciting time.

143. We want you to know that we’ll miss you here at work, but understand that this feeling is not mutual! Enjoy your retirement!

144. We’re so proud of all the hard work you’ve put in your career, and now it’s time to enjoy your retirement. Enjoy your well-deserved change of pace!

145. Wow, I can’t believe you’re actually retiring! Very well deserved after such an amazing career, and I hope you enjoy every moment.

146. Congratulations, now it’s time for the fun to begin! All the best for this next stage of your life – we’re so happy for you!

147. Congratulations on your retirement! You worked hard to get to this point, and now it is time to enjoy all the wonderful experiences ahead of you.

148. Congratulations on your retirement, we’re all so proud of how hard you’ve worked, and now it’s time for some well-deserved rest and relaxation! – Retirement Messages

149. Wishing you a very happy retirement with plenty of time to get through that “to do” list of yours!

150. Make sure you work just as hard at enjoying your retirement as you have in your career! Congratulations, and we hope you have a very happy retirement!

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151. Many congratulations to you! We are so proud of all you’ve achieved in your career, and now it’s time for a well-deserved change of pace! Enjoy your retirement.

152. Congratulations, you made it! So thrilled to hear you’re finally retiring, and we can’t wait to spend more time with you!

153. Congratulations, you’re now your own boss! We hope you have a very happy retirement!

154. Congratulations, the countdown is over! Enjoy your newfound freedom, and we hope you have a very happy retirement!

155. These retirement congratulations are for wishing friends and family members all the best for their retirement. You can use these retirement wishes ideas as a starting point to personalize your own retirement message.

156. Retirement is the only real excuse you’ll ever have to spend your entire life’s savings. Have fun! – Retirement Messages

157. I’ve heard that there is never enough time to do all the nothing you want in retirement. But I’m sure you’ll make the most of every opportunity!

158. Congratulations on your retirement, and thank you for all you have done to guide this company forwards over the years. We truly appreciate your dedication and hard work and the example you have set for us all. We wish you continued success in your retirement. – Retirement Messages

159. It’s time to leave the spreadsheets behind and start a new chapter in your life. Congratulations on your retirement, and here’s to many happy years of leisure and relaxation! We’ll miss you!

160. Congratulations on your retirement! It’s been such a pleasure working with you – you’ve set such an example to us all with your dedication and hard work. We wish you a wonderful retirement!

FAQs about Retirement Messages

Below are frequently asked questions about retirement messages

1. What is a good retirement message?

▸  “Well done! You’ve worked so hard and deserve a little R & R in retirement.”

▸  “Sending happy retirement wishes your way! “

▸  “Best wishes for a carefree and relaxing retirement.”

▸  “May you have a long, happy, and fulfilling retirement.”


2. How do you congratulate someone on their retirement?

▸ Kudos, Felicitations, Congratulations! However you say it, I’m proud of you and happy for you for reaching this amazing milestone.

▸ Congratulations on your retirement.

▸ Welcome to the next chapter of your life.

▸ Well done!

▸ My deepest congratulations on a long and inspiring career.


3. What can I say instead of happy retirement?

▸  “Congratulations on your retirement!

▸  “With heartfelt congratulations on your retirement,”

▸  “Congratulations on a standout career and best wishes for your retirement!”

▸  “You’re retiring!

▸  “It’s been a privilege working with you, and now it’s an honor helping you celebrate your retirement.


4. What do you say to someone who is retiring from work?

▸ Retirement is the world’s longest coffee break.

▸ Your someday is here.

▸ Enjoy your days of sleeping late and doing nothing!

▸ I hope that your retired life is the best part of your life.

▸ Happy Retirement!

▸ Enjoy a long-overdue retirement.

▸ Enjoy your retirement.


5. What do you write in a retirement card funny?

▸ The days of 9-5 are past!

▸ After retirement, a 30 minute walk is the best thing to do for your ailments!

▸ All those years of working and now you can get back to acting like a child again!

▸ The job you waited for for 50 years!

▸ Retirement!


6. Do you say congratulations for retirement?

Sometimes a simple “Congratulations” is your best bet for the right retirement card message.

Especially for a retiree who truly loved their career, or devoted years of their life to the same job, you might want to emphasize the contribution they’ve made and they legacy they’re leaving.


7. What do you say on a retirement plaque?

▸ Happy Retirement!

▸ The Best is Yet to Come.

▸ You Made a Difference.

▸ You Will Be Missed.

▸ Thank You For Your Hard Work and Dedication.

▸ Best of Luck on Your Retirement.

▸ Best of Luck as You Begin This New Chapter in Your Life.

▸ In Appreciation For Your Years of Dedication and Commitment.


8. What do you write on a plaque for years of service?

Your loyal and dedicated service played an integral role in our success. With deepest appreciation for your outstanding contributions to the firm.

With this award in recognition and appreciation for you ongoing commitment and dedicated service. In honor of your dedication and years of loyal service.


9. What do you put in a retirement gift?

Sports accessories, gardening gear, or luggage sets may be the perfect gift for their future plans.

For those you don’t know as well but want to celebrate their accomplishment in some way, flowers and boxes of gourmet candy are great retirement gift ideas.


10. What do you say to a retiring Marine?

▸  “Congratulations and thank you so much for your dedicated service.”

▸  “You served well, and now you can retire with pride.”

▸  “Retiring from the military is a big deal.

▸  “What a great end to a great military career.”

▸  “Your new orders are to do whatever the heck you want.”


We hope this article on retirement messages has been helpful. Please endeavor to share this article with family, friends, and colleagues. Cheers.

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