LeBeau Celebrates Milestone 40 Years of Service

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ADAMS, Mass. – Susan LeBeau of Adams recently celebrated a milestone anniversary of 40 years of service with Adams Community Bank.

LeBeau has spent her entire career as a teller with both the former Adams Co-Operative Bank and its successor, Adams Community Bank.

LeBeau began her career on Jan. 10, 1975, and has worked in the Park Street branch in Adams ever since. Through the years she has volunteered for many of the Bank sponsored events such as Community Appreciation “Movie” Night, the Relay for Life, and the Walk to End Alzheimer’s.

“I have always loved what I do and I especially love working with my customers,” LeBeau said. “It’s great to work in an environment that is focused on community and fun. For instance, each month we dress casual for charity and during sports playoffs we’re encouraged to wear our favorite team jerseys. The bank has always supported me as well as our community, which is very important to me.”



"Myself and everyone at Val’s Package Store have always received the best of service from Sue," longtime customer Victor Lampiasi said. "She is a lot of fun and a great person.”

“It is a special honor for Adams Community Bank to celebrate Sue LeBeau’s 40 years of service,” said Charles O’Brien, president & CEO. “For Sue to achieve this major employment milestone makes this a great time to pause and celebrate her commitment to our customers and our bank.”

LeBeau will be honored at the Bank’s annual Service Award Celebration this spring.  She lives in Adams with her fiancé and has been a resident of Adams her entire life. She has two grown children.

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