Peoples Bank & Trust Recognizes Retirement of Long Term Employee , Susan Palliser
February 20, 2025
Pana, Ill. – February 28, 2025 – Peoples Bank & Trust is honored to announce the retirement of Sue Palliser, who has dedicated nearly 15 years of service to the bank and its valued customers. Throughout her tenure, Sue has been an integral part of the organization, demonstrating unwavering commitment, professionalism, and a genuine passion for people and communities she served.
John Gardner, President and CEO of Peoples Bank & Trust stated, “Sue has been an integral part of the bank at the Waverly Branch. Her contributions have played a vital roll in the bank’s growth and ongoing commitment to meeting the financial needs of local individuals and businesses alike.”
Sue started with Wemple State Bank in October 2011 as a Consumer Banker. When Peoples Bank & Trust acquired them in December of 2012, she continued in that position and was later promoted to Consumer Banking Officer. In 2023, Sue was promoted to Assistant Vice President, Consumer Banking.
Sue is looking forward to, once again, being able to commit time to community organizations and events. She says she plans to be a “homebody” as well. In her retirement, she said she plans on spending time on her hobbies which include gardening, cooking, reading, taking walks as well as keeping her home updated.
In the summer, she plans to do some traveling and camping with her husband, Tom. Finally, she stated she loves spending time with her family and hopes to be able to do even more of that now that she is retiring.
“While we are sad to see Sue retire, we celebrate the legacy she leaves behind and the positive impact she has made,” added Gardner. “She has set a high standard for dedication and service, and we wish her happiness and fulfillment in this next phase of life.”
An open house was held on Friday, February 28 at the Waverly Branch in Sue’s honor and to allow fellow employees and customers to spend time with her on her last day as they wish her well.
Peoples Bank & Trust is a locally owned and managed, independent community bank with thirteen offices located in Charleston, Altamont, Arcola, Arthur, Tower Hill, Pana, Taylorville, Tuscola, Morrisonville, Springfield, Waverly, Palmyra and White Hall. Peoples Bank & Trust is a full-service bank offering outstanding customer service to consumers, small businesses, and farmers in Central Illinois. People First Bancshares, Inc., with corporate offices in Pana, Illinois, is the holding company for Peoples Bank & Trust.
For more information on Peoples Bank & Trust and their available banking services or how they can help with consumer or business lending needs, contact the bank at 888-728-1954 or visit www.BankPBT.com.