Retirement – Life after Delta
“Happiness is being retired and spending all of my kids’ inheritance before I die!”
Congratulations to the most recent Delta retirees! Your contributions to the betterment of Delta Companies will
continue for years to come. You made us smile – you made our work more enjoyable and your presence made our
company better. We will miss you. Enjoy your new adventure!!
Bill Penrod retired on June 20, 2014, from
Southern Illinois Stone (SIS) after 45 years
of service. Co-workers met at the SIS facility
to honor Bill with good food and the sharing
of fond memories. At the luncheon, Bill was
presented with an engraved pocket watch
and a plaque. Good luck and best wishes in
all your future endeavors!
Tom Blattel
r e t i r e d
from Delta
Companies,
Inc. on July
7, 2014 –
after
40
years,
10
m o n t h s
and 4 days.
In his honor, a luncheon was provided by
Dexter Barbeque. Well-wishers included
retirees, former President Joe Regenhardt,
Victor Patterson, and Larry Harris, as well as
other employees. Now that Tom has traded
in his hard hat in for a
fishing hat, everyone
at Delta wishes Tom
and his wife, Barb, the
best in retirement. You
will be dearly missed
– thank you for your
continued loyalty and
amazing work, Tom!
Congratulations!
Gordon Bradley, a long-time member of
Team SEMO (Southeast Missouri Stone)
retired after 16 years as a dedicated
employee. A luncheon was held in his honor
at Southeast Missouri Stone, with many
colleagues in attendance to celebrate this
milestone. During the luncheon, Gordon
was given a plaque to commemorate the
contributions he exhibited throughout his
time at SEMO. Although he officially began
his retirement journey on August 5, 2014,
it has began said that his wife already has
his work lined out for another 16 years. A
big “thank you” to Gordon – enjoy your new
adventure in life – and your honey-do list!
Due to Del’s interest in sports, the office
celebrated by wearing “Dress Like Del’s
Favorite Sports Team” – Cardinals, Red
Hawks, or the Leopold Wildcats. Although
Del has lots of statistical bologna in his head,
not many could question the validity of what
he rambles off – for no one could remember
data like Del. His wife, Theresa, will make
sure his days are filled with grandchildren,
trips, and honey do’s. Del, everyone in your
Delta Family wishes you the best and will
miss you! Good Luck!
Dress Like Del Day
Del Elfrink’s
day
of
reckoning
was August
1, 2014. In
celebration,
the office
had
a
“ D r e s s
like Del Day” – in which employees wore
ties and collar shirts to honor Del and his
professional wardrobe of 33 years, 10
months, and 10 days at Delta Companies,
Inc. It may seem to be the “old school of
dress” code, but in his retirement comments,
Del spoke of how proud his Mom was of
her son and his professional attire. Coworkers will always remember his uniform
with respect and admiration. Del was (and
still is!) very professional and will be fondly
remembered for his dedication to Delta
and (most importantly) his sense of humor.
Delta Companies Inc. 2014 Newsletter | ISSUE 3
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