Chad Simonis is a dedicated and genuinely kind-hearted member of the Greendale community. For over 23 years, he has embraced everything Greendale offers, from its walking paths to its close-knit culture. As a mechanic for Milwaukee County and a weekend bartender near downtown, Chad thrives on meeting new people and serving the public. His contributions go beyond work—he’s been a Cub Scout den leader, was a member of the Citizens Building Committee for the Greendale School District, and has volunteered with the Greendale Entertainment Association and Education Foundation. As the current president of the Greendale Lions Club and volunteer with the American Legion, Chad’s leadership and dedication are evident. Whether volunteering or enjoying a meal at Panther Pub, Chad’s community spirit shines through. Greendale wouldn’t be the same without him.
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Q: Please tell us a little bit about your family.
I have 4 siblings. We grew up in Milwaukee. Now I live in Greendale with my wife and 2 kids.
Q: Please tell us about your current career. What do you love most about what you do?
M-F I’m a mechanic for Milwaukee county. On the weekends I bartend at a place near downtown Milwaukee. I love meeting new people and serving the public.
Q: Please tell us about any volunteering that you have done or currently do.
Besides the Greendale Lions Club and volunteering with the American Legion, I was a Cub Scout den leader at Canterbury Elementary School, volunteered for Greendale Entertainment Association, and have volunteered for the Greendale Education Foundation. I also spent 2 years on the Citizens Building Committee for the Greendale School District.
Q: What are a couple of your favorite restaurants in Greendale? What do you love there?
All of them but the pub is special to me. Panther Pub.
Q: How long have you lived or worked in Greendale?
I’ve lived here 23 years.
Q: Who is the most interesting person you’ve met here in Greendale?
My wife, Emily.
Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world right now, where would it be and why?
Rosholt, WI. I like it there.
Q: What is one of your favorite movies? TV shows?
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
Q: What advice would you give to people?
Treat others how you would like to be treated.
Q: What is something on your bucket list?
Don’t really have one.
Q: What is your go to band when you can’t decide what to listen to?
’90s Grunge
Q: What current or former local business makes you the most nostalgic about Greendale?
Southridge Mall because I went there a lot as a teen.
Q: What is your favorite thing or something unique about Greendale?
The walking paths and Gazebo Park.
Q: Where do you see yourself in 5 to 10 years?
Same as now but older.
Q: (Even for friends or family), what is something interesting that most people don’t know about you?
I like silent movies.
Q: Favorite month? favorite holiday? and best single day on the calendar?
July 4th
Q: Who inspires you to be better?
Family and friends
Q: What is one or two of your favorite smells?
Cinnamon and waste motor oil
Q: Finally, what words or phrases come to mind when you think of the word HOME?
Greendale of course!
