In the body of the letter, state your intended retirement date (your last day) and your thoughts on a transition plan. I gave notice in March of my intent to retire at the end of 2024.If I retire, I will not be eligible to return to work for TDCJ for 90 calendar days from my retirement date. In the opening paragraph, make it clear that you are retiring. Retirement resignation letter. Health care, paid leave, and retirement benefits are provided, if otherwise eligible. Seven schools throughout Clay, Preston, Wetzel and Wood County will close in the next few years. Impacted students will be moved into already-existing schools. George Gibson said in a letter to the Justice Department.