Carie Weston has been adding color, charm, and unmistakable style to the Greendale community since the 1970s. Known affectionately as “The Hat Lady,” Carie is a local icon whose perfectly coordinated outfits—always topped with one of her many hats—have become a beloved part of Village life. She and her late husband Paul built their home…
Al Hafemeister
Al Hafemeister has been part of the Greendale community for over five decades—both as an educator and as a neighbor. Now 82, Al was born in Milwaukee and raised in West Allis. He began teaching in 1966 and soon found his professional and personal home in Greendale, where he and his wife Betty have lived…
Sally Chadwick
Sally Chadwick loves her family, loves being in Greendale, and loves keeping busy. She has been affectionately known as Greendale’s ‘resident historian’, with a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm for the Village she has called home since 1977. Sally’s volunteerism can be seen in the initiative that led to the Children’s Garden in Daffodil Park,…
Colleen Fechtmeyer
Colleen has a long family history in Greendale. Her parents were original Greendale pioneers having moved here in 1938. Colleen has lived in Greendale her whole life and resides in the Greendale original house that she grew up in with ten siblings. Colleen has, and continues to, generously share her time and talents via several…
Michael Soyka
Mike Soyka moved to the Village in 2018 and lives in a Greendale Original. He’s a great person to know and a wonderful addition to the Greendale community. Mike is friendly, approachable and a genuinely nice guy! Thank you, Mike, for spreading your kindness. If you see Mike out and about walking his dog Frankie or…
Judy Fons
Judy Fons and her husband raised their 6 children in Greendale. Their family has since grown to 19 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren! Throughout Judy’s 58 years in Greendale, she has made many valuable contributions to the community. Currently, Judy volunteers as a Reading Buddy at Canterbury Elementary School. In the past, she coached girls…





