William "Sonny" Simon, VFW Post 8216

William "Sonny" Simon, VFW Post 8216 William "Sonny" Simon VFW Post 8216, Middleton, Wisconsin

OUR MISSION: To foster camaraderie among

The VFW traces its roots back to 1899 when veterans of the Spanish-American War (1898) and the Philippine Insurrection (1899-1902) founded local organizations to secure rights and benefits for their service: Many arrived home wounded or sick. There was no medical care or veterans' pension for them, and they were left to care for themselves. In their misery, some of these veterans banded together a

nd formed organizations with what would become known as the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States. After chapters were formed in Ohio, Colorado and Pennsylvania, the movement quickly gained momentum. By 1915, membership grew to 5,000; by 1936, membership was almost 200,000. Since then, the VFW's voice had been instrumental in establishing the Veterans Administration, creating a GI Bill for the 20th century, the development of the national cemetery system and the fight for compensation for Vietnam vets exposed to Agent Orange and for veterans diagnosed with Gulf War Syndrome. In 2008, VFW won a long-fought victory with the passing of a GI Bill for the 21st Century, giving expanded educational benefits to America's active-duty service members, and members of the Guard and Reserves, fighting in Iraq and Afghanistan. The VFW also has fought for improving VA medical centers services for women veterans. Besides helping fund the creation of the Vietnam, Korean War, World War II and Women in Military Service memorials, the VFW in 2005 became the first veterans' organization to contribute to building the new Disabled Veterans for Life Memorial, which opened in November 2010. Annually, the nearly 1.7 million members of the VFW and its Auxiliaries contribute more than 8.6 million hours of volunteerism in the community, including participation in Make A Difference Day and National Volunteer Week.

06/12/2026
06/05/2026

Under the general supervision of the Shift/Unit Commander or Sergeant, the Community Services Officer (CSO) is responsible for providing operational support tasks related to crime prevention, community problem solving, and law enforcement. This position will complete clerical and administrative duti...

06/05/2026

Sharing for our female veterans

05/14/2026

In 1962, President Kennedy proclaimed May 15 as National Peace Officers Memorial Day. Established by a joint resolution of Congress in 1962, National Police Week pays special recognition to law enforcement officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty to protect others.

Today, we want to recognize the ultimate sacrifice of four of our own.

⭐Deputy Richard Treadwell EOW August 22, 2020

⭐Harlend Orsbourne EOW July 24, 1979

⭐Barnhardt Brattlie EOW May 21, 1936

⭐Earl Van Duesen EOW January 2, 1930

Our hearts are with their families this week and always. 💙💙💙💙

05/14/2026

Today is Hmong-Lao Veterans Day in Wisconsin. Annually, on May 14th, the contributions and sacrifices of Hmong-Lao veterans who fought valiantly alongside Americans during the Vietnam War are recognized and remembered.

As the state's largest Asian American ethnic group, more than 58,000 people of Hmong and Lao descent live in Wisconsin. The Badger State is currently home to the country’s third-largest Hmong Lao American population. The vibrant and distinct cultures of Hmong and Southeast Asian American communities in Wisconsin, from families who have lived in Wisconsin for generations to recent immigrants and refugees, have become a unique representation of our state’s cultural identity.

In 2024, Wisconsin Act 205 was signed into law, allowing those admitted to the United States under the Hmong Veterans’ Naturalization Act to have their veteran status indicated on a driver’s license or identification card. While the act does not extend federal veterans' benefits, it allows these veterans access to certain state-level benefits, such as tuition assistance, grants, and fee waivers, by defining their status under Wisconsin law.

Governor Evers also signed an executive order directing flags at Wisconsin facilities to fly at half-staff on Thursday, May 14, 2026, in observance of Hmong-Lao Veterans Day.

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6710 Century Avenue
Middleton, WI
53562

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+16088315391

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