Verne is retiring after 10 years as a technician for Microscope Services where he repaired and provided maintenance to over 1,000 microscopes throughout campus and the Medical Center. “We will miss Butch’s kindhearted nature and the personal attention he gave to his customers.” – Katie Jaramillo, Distribution Services

Ronald has worked at UC Davis for over 30 years for Facilities Management, working in both the campus storehouse and the electric shop. “The best part of working at UC Davis was making all the friends that I did and meeting all the people out on campus,” – Ronald Burch.

Mary will be retiring with 25 years of service to UC Davis. Approximately 11 years ago she transferred to Procurement, where her skills earned her the role of manager of the commodities team. When she retires at the end of the month, she plans to focus on her family and travelling. 

Steve works in Structural Systems for Facilities Management and has served UC Davis for over 31 years.

Judy retires as Financial Analyst and has spent 25 years at UC Davis, 23 of those with Safety Services. Judy will be enjoying retirement with her husband, who retired a few years ago, singing in the church choir and pursuing other musical opportunities.

Larry retires from Fleet Services having served at UC Davis for over 14 years.

Carol, an industrial hygienist with Environmental Health and Safety, is retiring after 37 years at UC Davis, making her the longest-serving UC Davis employee currently at Safety Services. Carol’s UC Davis experience actually began in the mid-70s when she came to campus as an undergraduate in physiology. “I will miss my colleagues. We have a tremendous wealth of knowledge at our fingertips here. I will miss the camaraderie of all of us working together to solve an issue.” – Carol Lawson

Vic retires as the Campus Attending Veterinarian, responsible for the overall care of animals used in research and teaching at UC Davis. He began his career serving as a veterinarian in the Peace Corps, serving two years in Grenada, West Indies. He will be relocating to Sedona, Arizona to enjoy a sunny retirement.

Jesse has served UC Davis Accounting and Financial Services for over 40 years, starting in 1976. “If I were asked to sum up Jesse in a few words I would have to say ‘excellent customer service.’ He has such a friendly, helpful nature and is truly invested in the success of UC Davis,” – Jennifer Carmichael, Distribution Services. Carmichael also mentioned that his file is full of letters of appreciation to Jesse over the years.

Shirley has worked for UC Davis in Mail Services for 18 years, working for the majority as Senior Mail Processor. “In all the years I have worked with Shirley, there has not been a day where she has not approached her work with a smile and a can-do attitude,” – Jennifer Carmichael, Distribution Services.

Jill retires as Associate Vice Chancellor for Safety Services having served 16 years at UC Davis. She has overseen a wide array of programs, including Business Services, Emergency Management and Mission Continuity, Environmental Health and Safety, Fire Prevention, Information Technology Services, Institutional Animal Care and Use, Occupational Health and Teaching and Research Animal Care Services. Her service will be greatly missed. Eric Kvigne will act as Interim AVC for Safety Services.

“Jim Rose has contributed much to the UC Davis Accounting & Financial Services Department in the past 10+ years. He truly enjoys helping our customers, and has worked hard to help us improve processes and communications.  Jim, we’ll miss you, but we know you’ll have fun with the grandkids and life on the farm!” – Jim Hewlett, Accounting & Financial Services

Gil retires as Benefits Supervisor for Human Resources and has served UC Davis for over 30 years. After his heart surgery in 2011, coworker Guerren Solbach added cow spots to the walls of Gil’s office as an office prank and they have stayed up since just recently.

Everett retires as part of the Building Maintenance Services team for Facilities Management and has served for over 21 years.

Barbara retires with over 22 years at UC Davis, most recently as the Purchasing Coordinator for Shared Services Center. Barbara will be retiring on the same day as her husband, David Takemoto-Weerts.

David has worked at UC Davis for 32 years, serving as the university’s Bicycle Program coordinator and ensuring bicycle safety and organization on campus. “We’re doing all these things to promote bicycle use and he’s got his hand in all of them,” said Cliff Contreras, Transportation Services. “He’s been a wealth of info for us and the campus, and the campus is better off for it.” David will be retiring on the same day as his wife, Barbara Takemoto-Weerts. 

Working in Building Maintenance Services for Facilities Management, Virgil has served UC Davis for over 23 years.

Damon retires as Electrical Superintendent at Utilities and has worked here for close to 20 years. “I like the people, the comradery, the university environment. I like knowing that my efforts to keep the lights on and electricity flowing are potentially helping our country’s future leaders, scientists, and researchers excel and reach their full academic potential.” – Damon Williams

Michael has served UC Davis for 34 years under Facilities Management Custodial Services.