Examples of Resignation Letters

Examples of resignation letters: Retirement

If you are retiring from your job and wish to write an official letter of resignation, please see the two samples below for examples of resignation letters. These letters will provide you with an easy, classy way to say good-bye to your employer.

Sample resignation letter for retirement:

October 24, 2005

John Lucas
Director of Research & Development
Sun Technology, Inc.
24 Temple Street
Boston, MA 02114

Dear Mr. Lucas:

I am writing to state for the record that I am retiring from my position as a Software Engineer at Sun Technology, Inc. My retirement will be effective on December 1, 2005.

Throughout my ten years at Sun Technology, Inc., I have grown as a person as well as a professional. I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for the chance you took when hiring me. I have completely enjoyed my years at Sun Technology, Inc.

Although I am anticipating my retirement, I will miss the company. If you need any assistance training my replacement, or if I can make the transition any easier, please let me know.

Sincerely,

David Albert
Software Engineer

October 24, 2005

John Lucas
Director of Research & Development
Sun Technology, Inc.
24 Temple Street
Boston, MA 02114

Dear Mr. Lucas:

I am writing to officially announce my retirement from Sun Technology, Inc. My final day will be December 1, 2005.

My ten years as a Software Engineer at Sun Technology, Inc. have been a wonderful experience. I am grateful for the knowledge as well as the friendships I have gained here. Thank you for the opportunity you gave me to work here.

If you should need assistance training my replacement, I would gladly oblige. I will miss Sun Technology, Inc. and will look back happily on my years and memories here.

Sincerely,

David Albert
Software Engineer