Celebrating the Retirement of Mike Keiser
CEO Greg Weaver, left, recognized Mike Keiser at a retirement party in his honor.
Bates County Memorial Hospital celebrated a milestone moment on November 18 as we honored longtime employee Mike Keiser with a retirement reception recognizing his 27 years of service.
Mike joined BCMH as Director of Environmental Services in 1998, and from his first day forward, he became known for his easy smile, sense of humor, and caring approach with coworkers, patients, and visitors. Many describe him as someone who would help anyone at any time, qualities that made him a trusted part of daily life at the hospital.
Over the years, Mike was recognized often for the way he served others, including being named Employee of the Month and, in 2022, Employee of the Year.
During the reception, Mike shared heartfelt thanks for the colleagues who shaped his journey at BCMH.
“I had a great team, the best workers you could ever imagine from day one,” he said. “I was very fortunate and blessed to have such good help. Kelly Phillips was definitely a big part of my life; Paula Reed walked me through everything when I first got started, and it just continually amazes me the support you get out of this group.”
Mike introduced the family members who attended—his father, sisters, sons, daughter and wife—and then gestured to the employees, volunteers, and board members around him, saying, “and all of this family right here.”
CEO Greg Weaver thanked Mike for his years of dedication and presented a letter of appreciation and gifts on behalf of the hospital.
Bates County Memorial Hospital expresses its sincere gratitude to Mike for his commitment to the hospital’s mission and for the kindness and professionalism he offered to all who worked with him. We wish him the very best in his retirement.
