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- Checking Accounts
  We offer a variety of account types to help you achieve your dreams.
- Savings
  Whatever you need from a savings account, we have the right home for your money.
- Lending
  Live your dreams by borrowing from people you know and trust at your local community bank.
- Popmoney
  Pay People - Easy & secure online personal payment service
- Mobile Banking
  Mobile Banking
- E-Services
  Personal Products - E-Services
- Financial Education
  Personal Products - Financial Education
- Financial Services
  We are your full service financial center.
- Debit Cards
  Debit Cards - Frequently Asked Questions
- Safe Web Browsing
  Avoiding Social Engineering Attacks
We offer a variety of account types to help you achieve your dreams.
Business
- Checking Accounts
  Making things easier for the business owners and managers that keep our community growing.
- Savings
  Grow your balance and keep your money close to hand - make the right choice for your business.
- Lending
  Considering a purchase, start up, or refinance of your business? We are ready to assist you.
- Popmoney
  Pay People / ZashPay is an easy, fast and secure online personal payment service.
- Mobile Banking
  Mobile Banking
- E-Services
  Manage all of your First State Bank accounts online at your convenience.
- Financial Services
  We are your full service financial center.
- Debit Cards
  Debit Cards - Frequently Asked Questions
- Online Security
  Protect yourself from Online Scams and Fraud
Making things easier for the business owners and managers that keep our community growing.

CONTACT US

(903) 676-1900 or Telebank (903) 677-3388

Branches
- Downtown Athens
  First State Bank has graced the southeast corner of the town square in Athens for nearly 50 years.
- Tyler Street
  This modern banking facility includes a drive through service area as well as a spacious lobby.
- Gun Barrel City
  Conveniently located in the center of Gun Barrel City on Main Street.
- Mabank
  Our bank in Mabank looks like an old train depot and sits on the site of the original Mabank Depot.
- Malakoff
  Our employees in Malakoff go out of their way to make sure residents have the services they need.
- Atm Locations
  We have an ATM convenietly located at all of our First State Bank locations .
First State Bank has graced the southeast corner of the town square in Athens for nearly 50 years.
About
- Learn About Us
  First State Bank has a history reaching back to 1935 and we've experienced incredible growth.
- Executive Team
  Learn about First Stat Bank's Executive Team.
- Branch Managers
  Learn about First Stat Bank's Branch Officers.
- Loan Officers
  Learn about First Stat Bank's Loan Officers.
- Operations Officers
  Learn about First State Bank's Operation Officers
- Holiday Schedule
  Learn which days First State Bank will be closed on throughout the year.
- Employment
  Learn about opportunities to work for us, our Employees of the Year and our long-serving employees.
First State Bank has a history reaching back to 1935 and we've experienced incredible growth.
Community
- In the Community
  No one is more invested than First State Bank when it comes to community involvement.
No one is more invested than First State Bank when it comes to community involvement.

News:

Hot Dogs, Cokes, and lots of fun. May 3rd at your favorite bank location. Join us!

"Franks Alot" Customer Appreciation Day, Friday May 3rd. Join us for free food & fun

FREE document shredding. Dowtown Athens location, May 3rd from 11 to 1. 3 box limit

Cathy Jezek

Senior Vice President

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Cathy Jezek is a Senior Vice President for First State Bank and the bank’s Cashier.

In March 1990, Cathy became a member of the First State Bank team and currently presides over the operations of the bank, including Electronic Banking, New Accounts, Teller Operations, the Customer Call Center and Bookkeeping.

Prior to her service at First State Bank, Cathy was employed with United Banks of Colorado in Colorado Springs, CO from 1985 to 1990. She earned her degree in Public Relations and Journalism at Pikes Peak Community College.

She has been involved with several organizations throughout East Texas including the Henderson County United Way board, the Henderson County Girls Softball Association, the local association of the United States Bowling Congress and the Athens Independent School Districts “Project Graduation”.

Cathy and her husband live in Athens, TX and have two children.

Meet Our Leadership

say hello to our team

Dan Winfrey Vice President of Human Resources and Training
Lee Tackett Senior Vice President / Branch Manager
Steve E. Moore Executive Vice President
Wade Carter Vice President
Deanne Robertson Vice President and Manager of E-Commerce Services
Luke Lemons Vice President and Commercial/Real Estate Officer
Jan Adair Compliance, USA Patriot Act, and OFAC Officer
Lisa Guthrie Assistant Cashier, Loan Administrative Assistant