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Myrna Burge Myrna Burge, 87, of Marietta, OH passed away peacefully on May 16th, 2026 surrounded by loved ones and memories that will live on in the hearts of her roommates and caring staff who became like

HAVAR received another grant! This one will go toward making our two Athens buildings more accessible. Thank you People's Bank!

Supporting organizations that create inclusive opportunities helps strengthen the communities we serve.

The Peoples Bank Foundation recently donated to HAVAR, an organization dedicated to connecting individuals with and without disabilities through supportive and inclusive programs. For nearly five decades, HAVAR has provided services across Washington County, Athens County, and Meigs County, Ohio, helping individuals build independence, develop skills, and find meaningful opportunities.

Associates Danielle Bruni, Brian Stover, and Patrick Reed were proud to present the check to Executive Director Shelby Rhodes, recognizing the important role HAVAR plays in the region.

Supporting organizations that promote inclusion, connection, and access to resources reflects the ongoing commitment Peoples Bank has to the communities we serve.

Learn more about HAVAR: https://havar.org/

Learn more about Our Commitment to Communities:
https://www.peoplesbancorp.com/about-us/commitment-to-communities/

Do you know who else is a superstar? Gabbie!!!

Did you know Dan is a star? We did!!!!! / ATCO IDOL!!!

And do you know who else had a big anniversary at HAVAR yesterday? Ms. Sharon Barker with an incredible thirty-eight years of service. Yay, Sharon!!!!!!!!!!!

Today marks another special anniversary for Lisa Simpson who has been at HAVAR for an incredible forty seven years, having started when she wasn't yet out of high school. Three children and five grandchildren later she's still with us, setting the record for the employee with the most longevity ever at our company! Here is a rare picture of Lisa before she and our director Shelby Rhodes both got some much needed rhinoplasty.

Celebrating Wade again! https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1Ajsh4xiMJ/

Every day for the next few days we will be highlighting articles from the ACBDD’s 2026 Special Edition.

This publication is created in partnership with Ohio University’s E.W. Scripps School of Journalism and The Post. It is created every year in March as a part of Developmental Disability Awareness Month.

Today’s article is about our friend Wade! Few stories reflect that mission more fully than that of Wade, a lifelong member of the ACBDD community whose journey has come full circle.

We hope you enjoy this article. The full edition can be found via the link below, or a hard copy can be picked up wherever you find The Post.

https://athenscbdd.org/acbdd-special-edition-retirement-for-wade-celebrating-a-lifetime-of-achievement/

Congratulations to all our DSPs who reached their five-year employment anniversary in 2025! Our own Robin C. wanted her picture taken with her much deserved plaque, and we obliged. If anyone else doesn't mind having their pic posted with their anniversary plaque, let us know. Thanks, Robin!

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Special thanks to volunteers from People's Bank this week for devoting some time in staining the wheelchair ramp at our Marietta office! No, Rebecca Rhodes Minear wasn't the only volunteer. Everyone else apparently was just camera shy 😆. Your help volunteerism is much appreciated People's Bank!