After nearly 38 years working as a county educator for Purdue Extension, Mark Kepler's turning the pages to a new chapter in his life - retirement. 

From serving as president of the county plan commission, teaching horticulture classes in local schools, to working with farmers in Ukraine and Vietnam, Kepler's passion with agricultural education has left a legacy within the community. 

A retirement party - luncheon will be held for Kepler on June 22 at the Fulton County 4-H Fairgrounds from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.  It is open to the public.

Although welcoming the change retirement brings, Kepler says there will be things he will miss. 

As the decades have passed, being able to watch generations grow has been a highlight of his career. 

Kepler's official last day at the Purdue Extension Office will be June 30.