Join us as we celebrate David Greving as he retires from Marion County Bank after more than 26 years of service — closing a chapter marked by integrity, steady leadership, and relationships that ran far deeper than transactions.

David joined the bank as an ag loan officer at a time when lenders handled just about everything. Over the years, his role evolved naturally as the bank grew and changed. He became a trusted leader in loan administration, eventually serving as Senior Vice President of Credit Administration and helping guide the bank through expansion, including the acquisition of Iowa State Savings Bank. Even in his final year, David stepped in where he was needed most, spending time in Knoxville to ensure our loan portfolio was taken care of well.

Along the way, David quietly shaped the careers of others. Klint credits David with teaching him how to be a lender and making him feel like part of the team early on. He describes David as a humble professional — someone who embraced challenges, built relationships through them, and connected deeply with the things and people he cared about. Klint notes that David has long been a great ambassador for Marion County Bank, and now that same heart for people and community will serve Pella well in his next chapter.

David earned respect not just inside the bank, but everywhere he worked. Rob, who first worked with David years ago as a bank examiner, recalls how obvious it was that David built real loyalty with his customers — loyalty that was returned in kind. Even while contemplating retirement, David was still focused on the bank, making sure the team was well positioned before stepping away.

Ron reflects on what made David such an effective lender: his ability to balance saying “no” when necessary while still working for the customer and the relationship. That approach defined David’s career. In a video recorded for his 25th anniversary and shared as part of the morning, David said the most rewarding part of the job was the relationships — that the people he worked with became far more than customers; they became really good friends. He described himself simply as a community banker at heart.

After the video, David shared something else that mattered just as much: everything he had done over the years was for his family. He thanked his coworkers for the kindness and friendships that made the journey meaningful.

As he steps into retirement, David isn’t slowing down just yet. He begins his next role immediately as Trolley Station Manager for the Pella Historical Society, continuing to serve the community he loves. Looking ahead, he’s excited for travel, creative projects, and, most importantly, more time with his wife, children, and grandchildren.

Ron sums it up best — thanking David for 26 years of service, for the friendships built along the way, and wishing him God’s blessing in this next endeavor.

We are grateful for David’s legacy at Marion County Bank. 

Congratulations, David. We celebrate with you today.