COMMENTS OF SUPPORT
“The Greater Milwaukee Fire and Police Pipes and Drums is always a great addition to both our annual Fallen Firefighter Memorial Ceremony that takes place during Fire Prevention Week as well as our recruit graduation ceremonies” ---Fire Chief Mark Rohlfing, Milwaukee Fire Department
“Pipes and drums have been part of the culture of policing for hundreds of years. Seeing these ceremonious performances continue in the Milwaukee area highlight the rich heritage and connection between law enforcement and this tradition”--Chief Edward A. Flynn, Milwaukee Police Department
“The(y) …..are a terrific group of committed, passionate lifelong cops and firefighters that find yet another way to give back to the community, to honor the profession that was their life’s work and to honor their fallen partners. ‘If you are lost, you will not be forgotten’”---David A Clarke Jr., Sheriff, Milwaukee County
“The Greater Milwaukee Fire and Police Pipes and Drums has performed at several Wisconsin Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremonies, held at the State Capitol in Madison, WI. The band is professional, dedicated, and sounds good.” --Craig Kolbeck, Wisconsin Law Enforcement Memorial-chair
“For more than 10 years, the Greater Milwaukee Fire and Police Pipes and Drums has performed at the Washington County Law enforcement Memorial….” “Their presence brings a true sense of dignity and pride to these solemn events.”---Chief Kenneth Meuler, West Bend Police Department
“I endorse the Band in the strongest words possible. I know I speak for the thousands of veterans who have enjoyed the entertainment provided by the Band at the Honor Flight events when I say ‘Thank You, thank you, thank you”--Peter P. Pochowski, Stars and Stripes Honor Flights Board of Directors
“I thank the Greater Milwaukee Fire and Police Pipes and Drums for all they have done in support of the law enforcement and veteran’s communities in Milwaukee since 2000 …”--Kendel Feilen , Chairman, Milwaukee Police Post 415, American Legion
“The GMFPPD embodies and represents the rich history and traditions the pipes and drums symbolize. They demonstrate unparalleled pride and dignity to every event in which they participate.” --Warren Skonieczny, Chaplain, Firefighters American Legion Post 426
“The officers and board members of the Milwaukee Archdiocesan Holy Name Union fully endorse the Greater Milwaukee Fire/Police Pipes and Drums. All concur that their talent is outstanding along with their friendliness and talent of its kind”.---Steven R. Lazarczyk, President
“I can honestly and whole-heartedly recommend you as the best entertainment we have all year. Your group is Number One on our list. It wouldn’t be St.Paddy’s Day without you.” Anne Catalane, Director of Community Outreach, Milwaukee Catholic Home