Emerald Society of Wisconsin

06/08/2021

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of founding member John Finnegan. John had been battling medical issues for some time, and unfortunately today that battle has ended. In addition to being a long-standing member of the ESW, John was a retired Milwaukee Police Officer, a member of the Milwaukee Fire and Police Pipes and Drums, and a volunteer driver for Milwaukee Irish Fest, among many other attributes and accomplishments. John was an amazing person and his witty charm and presence will be missed by so many that knew and loved him. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. Arrangements and obituary are pending. -JM

05/25/2021

Our thoughts and prayers to the two Garda injured with believed gun shot wounds, in Dublin this evening. May the Lord watch over them during these trying times.

05/03/2021

And the winners of the gun raffle are?????

Find out tonight at 7pm sharp at Dugout 54 !

04/12/2021

Photos from Wisconsin Fraternal Order of Police's post

04/04/2021

03/28/2021

03/17/2021

03/17/2021

03/16/2021

03/15/2021

If interested, please register thru below listed address.

If interested, please register thru below listed address.

03/13/2021

Remember to get your Raffle tickets for our amazing gun raffle! Tickets are selling fast. The drawing is on May 3rd. [email protected]

03/08/2021

9 day to St. Patrick’s Day ☘

03/08/2021

Photos from Milwaukee Police Department's post

03/02/2021

We are excited to be sponsoring this raffle, where proceeds will be support several charities. In the past, Emerald Society of WI has supported the MACC fund donating over 100,000.00, Wisconsin Concerns of Police Survivors, The Greater Milwaukee Fire and Police Pipes and Drums, and Shielded Hearts to name a few..

Prizes must be picked up at, Shortys Shooting Sports shop at 2192 S 60th St, West Allis, WI 53219. If interested, please contact below listed email or place a comment below, and we will contact you directly via messenger.

We are excited to be sponsoring this raffle, where proceeds will be support several charities. In the past, Emerald Society of WI has supported the MACC fund donating over 100,000.00, Wisconsin Concerns of Police Survivors, The Greater Milwaukee Fire and Police Pipes and Drums, and Shielded Hearts to name a few..

Prizes must be picked up at, Shortys Shooting Sports shop at 2192 S 60th St, West Allis, WI 53219. If interested, please contact below listed email or place a comment below, and we will contact you directly via messenger.

02/25/2021

🚨 BREAKING: the LEOSA Reform Act has been introduced in the House!

"Law enforcement officers are targets—in uniform and out, on-duty and off. The Law Enforcement Officers’ Safety Act (LEOSA) provides that qualified active and retired officers can protect themselves and others even if off duty or after retirement,” said Patrick Yoes National FOP President. “The LEOSA Reform Act doesn’t increase the number of officers who can carry under the statute. Instead, it makes sure our officers are physically safe and protected from legal jeopardy by closing existing loopholes and harmonizing State and Federal laws.”


Tell Congress to support the brave men and women of law enforcement by passing this critical legislation. Click here to contact your Representative: https://www.votervoice.net/FOP/campaigns/81294/respond


See below for the full press release ⤵️
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | 24 FEBRUARY 2021

🔺 FOP Priority Bill “LEOSA Reform Act” Introduced in House 🔺


Patrick Yoes, National President of the Fraternal Order of Police, applauded the news that Representative Donald J. Bacon (R-NE) reintroduced the “LEOSA Reform Act” with Representative E.R. “Henry” Cuellar (D-TX). The bill, H.R. 1210, has two additional original cosponsors—Representatives John H. Rutherford (R-FL) and Peter A. Stauber (R-MN).

“Law enforcement officers are targets—in uniform and out, on-duty and off. The Law Enforcement Officers’ Safety Act (LEOSA) provides that qualified active and retired officers can protect themselves and others even if off duty or after retirement,” Yoes said. “The LEOSA Reform Act doesn’t increase the number of officers who can carry under the statute. Instead, it makes sure our officers are physically safe and protected from legal jeopardy by closing existing loopholes and harmonizing State and Federal laws.”

The bill amends the LEOSA, which exempts qualified active and retired law enforcement officers from local and State prohibitions on the carriage of concealed fi****ms, to ensure that these officers can carry in the same venues as civilian concealed carry permit holders such as schools, national parks, and “common carriers.” The bill also extends the exemption to magazine capacity and would allow active and retired law enforcement officers to access services in U.S. Post Offices, Social Security Administration offices, Veterans Affairs offices, or other Federal facilities without disarming or securing their fi****ms elsewhere. It would also allow States to affirmatively act to extend the period between training certifications for qualified retired law enforcement officers from 12 months to up to 36 months.

“I am very proud of the work that Representatives Bacon and Cuellar and the FOP have done together on this bill,” said Yoes. “I look forward to that partnership continuing as we move this bill forward.”

The Fraternal Order of Police is the largest law enforcement labor organization in the United States, with more than 356,000 members.

02/18/2021

02/07/2021

We extend our deepest sympathy and condolences! Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you! 🍀

02/07/2021

Prayers Needed!

Dear Emerald Society Members,

I recently was informed that our Society's Chaplain, Fr. Terry Brennan, has been diagnosed with Stage IV Glioblastoma, a type of brain cancer. Unfortunately, surgical intervention is not an option. Fr. Brennan has elected to fight this cancer aggressively with a combination of radiation and oral chemotherapy. Fr. Brennan's treatment will focus on maintaining his quality of life, and gaining length of life.

Fr. Brennan has been a dedicated servant to our Emerald Society, his Community, and his Faith for decades. He needs our deepest prayers as he prepares to enter into this fight. Please take a moment to pray for Fr. Brennan. I'm sure that he would love to hear from you as well. Please send all cards or correspondence to:

Terry Brennan, S.J.
St Camillas Jesuit Community
10201 W Wisconsin Ave
Wauwatosa, WI 53226

Sincerely,

Joshua Morgan
President

02/01/2021

Prayer of St. Brigid.
Brigid of the Mantle, encompass us,
Lady of the Lambs, protect us,
Keeper of the Hearth, kindle us.
Beneath your mantle, gather us,
And restore us to memory.
Mothers of our mother, Foremothers strong.
Guide our hands in yours,
Remind us how to kindle the hearth.
To keep it bright, to preserve the flame.
Your hands upon ours, Our hands within yours,
To kindle the light, Both day and night.
The Mantle of Brigid about us,
The Memory of Brigid within us,
The Protection of Brigid keeping us
From harm, from ignorance, from heartlessness.
This day and night,
From dawn till dark, From dark till dawn.

01/19/2021

Rest In Peace

Our thoughts are with our Brothers and Sisters at the Toledo Police Department, the family and friends of Officer Stalker, and the Fraternal Order of Police of Ohio. Officer Stalker was tragically shot and killed during a standoff with an armed subject tonight. RIP Brother

01/18/2021

National Fraternal Order of Police

"Injustice anywhere is a threat to Justice everywhere."

01/13/2021

Rest In Peace. Our condolences to his family and friends.

A cornerstone of the FOP has passed away after a long courageous battle with cancer, Louisiana National Trustee Tommy Tizzard. Rest In Peace friend.

01/12/2021

Shamrock Club of Wisconsin

Some old photos of the Shamrock Club and its past parades.

01/09/2021

Borrowed from Emerald Society of New Orleans.

01/09/2021

12/31/2020

Athbhliain faoi mhaise duit!
Happy New Year!

12/27/2020

12/26/2020

6 officers recognized for evacuating residents before downtown Nashville explosion

6 officers recognized for evacuating residents before downtown Nashville explosion

Six Nashville police officers have been recognized by Metro Police for evacuating people and saving lives from 2nd Avenue before Friday morning’s RV explosion.

12/25/2020

Emerald Society of Wisconsin wishes you and your loved ones a safe and Merry Christmas 🍀!

12/16/2020

National Fraternal Order of Police

National Fraternal Order of Police

Great job Santa! This year, #UndercoverSanta is bringing a big ol’ sack filled with justice!

Santa Claus and an elf were captured on video foiling an alleged car theft during a surveillance operation targeting would-be shoplifters.

12/06/2020

Gerald Kernan Obituary (2020) - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/jsonline/obituary.aspx?n=gerald-j-kernan-jerry&pid=197227259

View Gerald Kernan's obituary, send flowers and sign the guestbook.

11/26/2020

Emerald Society of Wisconsin wishes all of you a safe and joyous Thanksgiving!

11/18/2020

Forever in our thoughts and prayers!

⚠️ The National Fraternal Order of Police reports with sadness that as of today, 265 law enforcement officers have died in the line of duty due to #COVID19.

Click to view a state-by-state breakdown. ➡️ https://fopcovid19.org/news/covid-19-line-of-duty-deaths/

11/03/2020

This evening Sergeant Ruth Fishnick was presented a Plaque to congratulate and celebrate her retirement from Milwaukee Police Dept. Thank you for your service and commitment to the citizens of Milwaukee!

11/03/2020

Tonight Emerald Society of WIsconsin congratulated and presented Alderman Bob Donovan a beautiful plaque to commemorate his retirement! Thank you for over 20 years of continued support for Law Enforcement and Fire Fighters. Fighting Bob stood up against crime, and did so much for the community!