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MEET OUR STAFF
We sincerely believe that banking
is a “people” business, people serving people. Personal service is the
first priority of every member of the staff. A close second is knowledge
that can be utilized to assist our customers in reaching their dreams.
With the knowledge gained from over 150 years of combined banking
experience coupled with the desire to be of service, the Farmers and
Merchants Bank is an unsurpassed environment in which to conduct your
banking business.For Deposit Services:
| Checking, Savings, CDs, Travelers Checks,
E/EE Bonds, Check Orders, Safety Deposit Boxes,
Cashier’s Checks and Money Orders |
Wendy Mussman
Donna Meyer
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| IRAs |
Deb Filipi
Shannon Wilkins |
| Visa Debit/Visa Credit |
Jamie Schafer
Deb Filipi |
| Wire
Transfers |
Deb Filipi
Wendy Mussman |
| H/HH Bonds |
Deb Filipi
Wendy Mussman |
For Loan Services:
| Loan accounting (balances, payoffs, advances) |
April Braun
Kendra Jansky |
| Personal Loans (house, vehicle, education, boat, etc.) |
Kendra Jansky
Ann Jansky |
| Farm Service Agency or Business and Industry
Guaranteed Loans |
Ann Jansky
Mel Taylor |
| Agricultural or Business
Loan |
Mel Taylor
Ann Jansky |
If you wish to know more about the people that are ready to meet your
financial needs:
Mel Taylor
President
As President, Mel has responsibility for all functions of the bank.
However, with the excellent staff at the bank, he is able to concentrate
on his main responsibility as the Chief Lending Officer. He handles most
of the agricultural and commercial business loans and supervises all of
the lending activity of the bank. He believes very strongly that the
bank can be the primary catalyst in developing new opportunities for
people in the area through lending and financial guidance. Assisting new
businesses or beginning farmers is his favorite activity while helping
existing operations to grow is a close second. Mel has been with the
bank since 1984.
Mel is married to Lee and they have two grown sons, both married, and
one grandson. He grew up on a farm in western Kansas and has
really never been able to get farming out of his system. His primary
activities outside the bank are operating his own small farm, feeding a
few cattle, managing the wildlife habitat on his farms, hunting and
visiting his sons and their families. He and the boys
enjoy a good game of golf almost every time they get together.
If you are in need of credit to start a business or farm or expand an
existing operation, please contact Mel.
Gary Dick
Vice President
Gary began employment with Farmers and Merchants Bank on August 1, 2008.
Gary is a native of Fairbury, where he grew up on a farm. He has
nearly 30 years of lending experience, most recently being Geneva Branch
Manager for York State Bank. He was in that position for twelve
years. Gary and his wife Cathy have three grown children, all of
whom are married. They also have five grandchildren. Cathy
is employed at the hospital in Hebron in the business office. In
Gary's spare time you can find him at his farm in Fairbury. He
also enjoys being involved with the grandkid's activities.
Ann Jansky
Assistant Vice President-Loans
Since late 1997, Ann has been the consumer and residential real estate
specialist with the bank. Included in the consumer loan product line are
personal loans, vehicle loans, student loans, home improvement loans and
loans for any other personal purpose. Ann is a very thorough, detail and
service oriented person, which provides her clients the assurance that
any business conducted with her is done right. With the promotion of
Kendra Jansky to loan officer, she will begin to assume some of Ann’s
loan duties. As this occurs, Ann will begin concentrating her efforts
toward preparation of FSA guaranteed loans, both for clients of this
bank as well as those of other banks.
Ann is originally from Howells, Nebraska, and came to Milligan in 1984
as the business teacher at Milligan High School. She joined the
staff at Farmers and Merchants Bank in June, 1991, as a Loan Clerk.
She was promoted to consumer loan officer in December, 1997. Ann
is married to Will and they have two sons. Will farms and feeds
livestock on their farm northeast of Milligan. In her spare time,
Ann enjoys watching sports, playing cards and games and spending time
with family & friends.
If you are in need of a personal loan (house, car, education, etc) or
you are interested in obtaining an FSA guaranteed loan, contact Ann.
Kendra Jansky
Consumer Loan Officer
Kendra has been with the bank as Loan Clerk since May of 1999. With some
recent changes in the bank staff, she will also be assuming duties as a
Consumer Loan Officer. Kendra can handle any questions you may have
concerning existing loans such as payoffs, loan advances, loan payments,
collateral filings and most any other matter concerning your loan. With
the addition of her new responsibilities, she can also assist you with
any consumer loan.
Kendra is originally from Manhattan, Kansas, and came to Nebraska as a
student attending Doane College. While in school, she met husband
Jeff. They live on a farm southeast of Milligan and have two
daughters. Although she has been converted to a Husker fan, Kendra
still enjoys a good win from the Wildcats.
If you are in need of a consumer or residential real estate loan,
contact Kendra.
April Braun
Loan Clerk
April started with the bank as the Loan Clerk in January 2008. She
can handle any questions you may have concerning existing loans such as
payoffs, loan advances, loan payments, collateral filings and most any
other matter concerning your loan.
April originated from Panama City, Florida. She has a daughter
from a previous marriage. She is remarried to Leonard and together
they have a daughter. They live on an acreage west of Friend.
April enjoys spending time with family, reading, traveling and camping.
For assistance regarding your existing loan, contact April.
Deb Filipi
Vice President and Cashier
Deb oversees the operations area of the bank, which includes many
products and services. As the Cashier, she supervises the Tellers and
Bookkeepers and handles the deposit and accounting functions in the
bank. She is the primary contact for Individual Retirement Accounts,
wire transfers and H/HH bond redemption. Most of her time is spent on
managerial duties such as product research, regulatory reports,
compliance with government regulations and bringing new technology to
the bank. If you have a question or problem that is not loan related,
more than likely Deb can help.
A native of Friend, Nebraska, Deb relocated to Milligan in 1977 and
began her career with Farmers and Merchants Bank at that time. Shortly
thereafter she was married to Larry. They live in Milligan with their
two teenage daughters. Deb enjoys attending the activities of their
daughters and, when time allows, also enjoys scrapbooking, card making
and tending to her flower garden.
For assistance with most any non-loan related matter, contact Deb.
Wendy Mussman
Assistant Cashier
Wendy is the Head Teller and as such, is often the first person that you
meet when you visit the bank. In addition to handling all the normal
teller functions, she is also our Security Officer and is backup to Deb
on wire transfers and correspondent banking activities.
A Milligan native, Wendy has been with the bank since 1982. She is
married to BJ and they live on a farm near Ohiowa. She enjoys
spending time with family and friends, and as a cat lover, caring for
her cats. Being outside after a day at the bank is done is also one of
her pleasures.
For Teller related matters or account questions, contact Wendy.
Jamie Schafer
Administrative Secretary
As Administrative Assistant, Jamie is responsible for a wide variety of
duties. Though not much in the public eye, Jamie handles many
behind-the-scenes duties. You may know her more by voice, as she is
responsible for answering incoming calls and routing them to the proper
department. As Deb’s assistant, she helps complete the implementation of
new products, creates management reports, handles large bank mailings
and anything else that gets put on her desk. Her technology expertise
has added a great deal of efficiency to these projects.
Jamie has been with the bank since May of 2002. She and her husband
Lonnie live on a farm southwest of Tobias. They recently welcomed a new
addition to the family with the birth of their first child. She loves life on
the farm and enjoys spending time with her family, friends and farm
animals.
Donna Meyer
Teller/Secretary
Donna is a relatively new employee of the bank, accepting the position
of Teller/Bookkeeper in August, 2005. She will be one of the friendly
faces that you meet each time that you approach the teller counter in
the bank. Donna is also backup to Jamie on secretarial duties. Donna
lives on a farm southwest of Milligan. She is active in the St. John’s
Lutheran Church, Ohiowa, and she is a Beta Sigma Phi. She enjoys her
three children and seven grandchildren whenever she has a chance. When
not banking or spending time with her family, she also likes to sew,
quilt, do needlework and read.
Shannon Wilkins
Teller/Secretary
Shannon spends her time alternating between the teller window and
support duties at her desk. Shannon's job is anything but routine.
One of her biggest responsibilities is filling in wherever she is
needed, whether that be helping out with a large project or taking over
job duties while someone is out. She is currently in the process
of learning the rules and regulations associated with IRAs and is also
responsible for ordering many of the supplies to keep the bank running
smoothly.
Shannon was hired by the bank in the fall of 2007. She and her two
children call Milligan home. She looks forward to her evenings
spent tending her garden and the calm of a small town atmosphere.
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