When a friend, loved one or colleague is about to retire the natural reaction is to want them to enjoy the next stage of their life. You want to see them taking it easy and appreciating their new free time. The way in which we express those feelings is usually by sending them a retirement card message and gift. Something that lets them know we're thinking of them and wishing them well in the new, exciting phase they're about to embark on.
It may not seem like much but even a small gesture can help someone to feel more confident about something like retirement. It can be a daunting prospect when you've spent a lifetime working. So use one of these 100 retirement wishes to find the perfect words to let someone know just how much you're thinking of them. A touching or inspirational retirement message may help settle any nerves they have or just be a reminder of how much you care. So what are you waiting for - get writing!
Retirement Wishes
Happy retirement day!
May your retirement be the best days of your life
Best wishes for your happy retirement
Sincerest wishes on your retirement!
Best wishes and good luck for a fulfilling retirement
Sending you loving wishes for a truly amazing retirement
Enjoy your golden years!
Hope to see you soon, even though you will not miss us one bit!
Good luck retiring!
Happy, happy retirement!
Wishing you only the best! Happy day!
Wishing you happiness and peace for the rest of your life
Enjoy this new journey!
May you live out your retirement dreams to its fullest
Wishing you well through retirement!
Wishing you a long and joyous retirement
May your retirement be the best days of your life
Good luck and best wishes to you on your retirement
Wishing you a lengthy and satisfying retirement
Best wishes for a relaxing and happy retirement
Retirement Card Messages
Wishing you well during your retirement and travels
Wishing you an amazing retirement, the best is still to come
Wishing you the best, but wishing it was me
Wishing you the best in this next phase in your life
Wishing you the best on your life after this retirement. We’ll miss you
Wishing you the most exciting and stress-free retirement ever
My best wishes on your retirement. You have a bright future ahead of you; enjoy it
Best wishes on your retirement, may it be even better than you ever imagined
Wishing you a wonderful retirement. May you enjoy your retirement to the fullest
Wishing you all the joy and happiness that a happy retirement can bring
May your retirement be filled with many new adventures, meaningful moments, and much happiness
I send you my heartfelt happy retirement wishes as you begin this new journey of your life
If anyone deserves a great retirement it’s you. You have worked hard for so many years. Best wishes!
Wishing a very special person a fulfilling retirement. May your new journey be filled with joy!
Sending you loving wishes for a truly amazing retirement
I wish that your retirement will be everything you dreamed that it would be
Best wishes on your retirement. Enjoy a rest that’s overdue and take pleasure in the finer things that are awaiting you
What to Write in a Retirement Card
Writing an inspirational retirement message might seem difficult but can be done without you feeling too much stress. Your friends, family or coworkers will appreciate you taking the time to wish them a happy retirement. And some thoughtful, positive words can really help to settle any nerves about retiring and know the people they love will be right their beside them as they move into the next chapter of life.
We've compiled this extensive list of 100 retirement wishes to help you get the best message and hopefully inspire you to say something lovely. However if you want to write your own, with your own words, you can follow some simple steps.
Make sure you pick your words carefully, talking with respect and a friendly tone.
Stay positive. Avoid any negativity about retiring. You want to make them feel happy and at ease about the upcoming big change.
You can use a joke or funny message if you think it would be appropriate. Be certain that recipient won't take offence to something like this though.
Mention that they are in your thoughts. When you're facing a major life event it's always nice to feel like friends and family are thinking if you.
Let then know you'll see them soon. Retirement can feel isolating so knowing that they have friends they'll still be able to see will help them feel less alone.
What Not to Say
A religious message may make some people feel uncomfortable. So unless you're sure of their religious beliefs it's probably be to stay away from anything overtly religious.
Don't make a huge fuss over it. They are no different and so you shouldn't treat them as such. Just be as normal as you usually would.
Don't mention any negative aspects of retiring. Stay positive and upbeat about the whole thing.
May your retirement be a special time spent with friends and family doing all the things that you enjoy doing
With the warmest of wishes and the warmest of hearts, so excited for your new adventure!
Wish you all the joy and happiness a happy retirement can bring to you! Have happy days for the rest of your life!
Wishing you good health, good luck and great success in your retirement
May your do all the things you love to do and avoid the things you don’t like to do in your retirement
Hoping your retirement brings you all the best things in life
Wishing you all the best for your retirement. May all your retirement dreams come true
Wishing you and your family all the best as you enter into a new phase of your life. May you enjoy the extra time that you’ll be spending with them
Enjoy the freedom your achievement has earned. Happy retirement
My best wishes on your retirement. You have a bright future ahead of you; enjoy it
Best wishes to you as you take up the new role of retiree. It is a tough job in case you did not know. Best wishes on your retirement!
You are free at last my friend, so go and enjoy your freedom and find something less stressful to do. Happy retirement to you
Retirement is life’s way of telling you that it is time you put your friends and family before your work. Happy retirement
You always loved Sundays because it meant time off and rest. Now you have three hundred and sixty five Sundays all coming one after another for as many years as lie ahead of you. What a lucky person you are. Best wishes on your retirement
Happy retirement! You can do anything and everything you’ve always wanted! So, you’re probably just going to sleep, right?
This is not the end for you. As a chapter of your life ends a new one begins and we all wish you a very happy and fulfilling retirement
Wishing you a new journey of success and happiness in the new page of your life. May you be showered with abundant opportunities to do what your heart desires. Happy retirement!
Life never stops and retirement is just the beginning of a new phase of life. Embrace it with joy and may peace and happiness come along for the ride too. Happy retirement
Good teachers are the reason why ordinary students dream to do extraordinary things. Wish you a happy retirement
May you have a fun and bright new chapter ahead of you – one where you will have unlimited time for relaxation. Happy Retirement!
May your retirement be the best days of your life
Sample Retirement Message
Our aim is to make writing a retirement card much simpler so you can offer the retiring friend or colleague support and friendship as they go off into the sunset. A great way to make your card that little bit more special is by adding your own personal touches to it. Try personalizing our retirement notes with a retirement quote for more inspirational words.
Funny Retirement Messages
If you want to make the recipient of your card smile or have a laugh then try our funny retirement wishes. A funny message can aid in calming any nerves and keeping them positive whilst they make the transition from working life, which is key to enjoying retirement. So crack a joke, pull their leg and have some fun with their big moment.
Thanks for your best years, enjoy your rest years!
As you move into this next chapter of your life, I wish you all the best
Time to relax and do whatever you want! Congratulations on your retiring
Relax and have fun, but don’t let retirement douse the fire in your belly. Farewell and goodbye
Excited to see you fulfill your lifelong dreams. Happy retirement
I don’t like to see you go, but I’m happy for your new adventure in retirement
May retirement be everything you dreamed of!
No more Mondays for you! Happy retirement
Your new job now is to make sure that you enjoy your retirement to the fullest
Life begins at retirement. So I'll wish you a fantastic life!
We wish you the best and hope your retirement is filled with so much happiness!
I wish you joy and happiness as you begin your retirement. Now that you have finally slowed down, use this time to do the things that you've always wanted to
Celebrate an end of an era and the start of a brand new chapter. Enjoy!
Retirement Poems
A poem is a great way to express your feelings and really show you care, and you can find a whole range of retirement poems right here. Send them in your card or share them on Facebook to let others join in wishing someone a happy retirement.
Retirement Prayers
Saying a prayer for whoever is retiring is another really good way to let someone know you're thinking of them. A prayer to have a happy and smooth retirement, fulfilling all your dreams or to take comfort in God during such a new stage of life will be warmly appreciated.
Live it up during retirement!
Best wishes on this exciting new phase of your life
Best of luck and enjoy all that free time. Happy retirement
Great job! Enjoy retiring!
I'd be lying if I said I wasn't a little jealous! Wishing you an amazing retirement
Embrace the freedom of retirement and the change it brings. Best wishes
Think of retirement as not an end but a new beginning. One I know you'll seize with both hands. Happy retirement
I'll miss you so much! Enjoy retired living
Take your time to savour the freedom that retirement brings. You've earned it pal!
We just wanted to say have a wonderful retirement and happy life
Wishing you a relaxing and fulfilling retirement
Enjoy all the benefits of retirement and live life to its fullest
I know how much you've looked forward to seeing more of your family. You deserve a peaceful, happy retirement
Retirement should be the start of fun and exciting new adventures. Enjoy all yours!
No more stress, just doing whatever you want. It must be bliss! Best wishes for your retirement
Please accept my fondest wishes for a truly happy retirement
I hope your retirement is the best time of your life! Enjoy!
May all your retirement dreams come true. Best wishes
Fill your days with peace, quiet and fun now you're retired. All the best
I hope to spend even more time with you now you're retired!
May you enjoy a successful life after retirement to the fullest
