Country Partners Cooperative recently recognized Lon Zeller for his retirement after more than three decades of service to area cooperatives.

Zeller, who most recently served as Director of Energy Operations in Gothenburg, is retiring following 31 years with the cooperative.

Employees gathered April 30 for a reception held in his honor, celebrating his longtime dedication and contributions to the organization. During the event, Zeller was presented with a commemorative plaque along with a special gift in recognition of his service.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2026/5/1777630418105.jpeg" alt="Scott Bonine, Vice President of Energy, Trent Good, Energy Operations Manager, Lon Zeller, and Chris Wagner, Chief Executive Officer (County Partners Cooperative)" />
 <figcaption>Scott Bonine, Vice President of Energy, Trent Good, Energy Operations Manager, Lon Zeller, and Chris Wagner, Chief Executive Officer (County Partners Cooperative)</figcaption>
 </figure>Country Partners Cooperative recently recognized Lon Zeller for his retirement after more than three decades of service to area cooperatives.Zeller, who most recently served as Director of Energy Operations in Gothenburg, is retiring following 31 years with the cooperative.Employees gathered April 30 for a reception held in his honor, celebrating his longtime dedication and contributions to the organization. During the event, Zeller was presented with a commemorative plaque along with a special gift in recognition of his service.

Lon Zeller Retires After 31 Years of Service to Country Partners Cooperative