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Parshwa Turakhiya

22.05.2026

ChoiceOne Financial Services announces retirement of Michele Barat after 8 years — ChoiceOne celebrates Barat retirement

ChoiceOne Financial Services has announced the retirement of Michele Barat, who has served with ChoiceOne Bank for the past 8 years.

Colleagues and the wider ChoiceOne community expressed their gratitude for Barat's dedication and contributions, wishing her well as she enters retirement. Michele Barat concludes her career at the company, closing a distinguished chapter with ChoiceOne Bank. Details on Barat's successor or future plans for her role have not been disclosed.

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ChoiceOne Financial Services has seen other leadership changes in recent years, including the retirement of Louise Vermillion after 28 years with the bank. The company has also focused on community engagement, launching a statewide Business Spotlight campaign to support local small businesses. These developments come as ChoiceOne marks transitions in its staff and community initiatives.

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