Hawthorn Bancshares Announces Passing of Director Jonathan Holtaway

What Happened

• Hawthorn Bancshares, Inc. announced the death of Jonathan "Jon" Holtaway, a member of the Company's Board of Directors who also served as a director of Hawthorn Bank. The company issued a press release dated September 10, 2026, and filed it as Exhibit 99.1 to the Form 8-K.

Key Details

• The company reported the event under Item 8.01 (Other Events) of Form 8-K.
• Press release announcing Mr. Holtaway’s passing was issued and filed on September 10, 2026 (Exhibit 99.1).
• The Form 8-K was signed and filed by CEO Brent M. Giles on September 10, 2026.
• The filing does not disclose any board succession, replacement, or other governance changes.

Why It Matters

• The passing of a board member is a governance event investors should note because it affects board composition and oversight.
• The filing provides official notice but contains no operational or financial impacts or details about a replacement; investors tracking governance or voting quorum matters may want to monitor future filings for any appointment or board-change disclosures.