IBEW Local 158

10/15/2026

It is with deep sympathy that we are sharing the passing of retiree Dennis F. Wiegert on September 2, 2026. Dennis was initiated into the IBEW Local 158 on June 7, 1983, and retired October of 2003. Dennis was a 20-year member of IBEW Local 158 also serving in the US Marine Corps prior to becoming an electrician.

A celebration of life was held on Friday, September 18th at 69 Branch Legion in West Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada. Local 158 extends our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and all who knew him.

Obituary and more information can be found here: https://www.castlefh.ca/obituaries/Dennis-Francis-Wiegert?obId=49447339

10/14/2026

Electricians are killing it at NorthEast Wisconsin Building & Construction Trades Council annual hands-on high school career fair! IBEW 577

09/21/2026

It was great to welcome David Crowley back for his second visit to IBEW Local 158 as he works the campaign trail to become Wisconsin’s next Governor!

Strong unions build a strong Wisconsin—and Working Folks matter to Crowley! ⚡️💪Please vote November 3rd!

09/18/2026

It is with deep sympathy that we are sharing the passing of retiree Roger M. Young on September 16, 2026. Roger was initiated into the IBEW Local 158 on November 1, 1960, and retired January of 1999. Roger was a 39-year member of IBEW Local 158 also serving in Local Union positions throughout his career.

A visitation will take place on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, from 9:00am to 10:45am at St. Bernard Catholic Church, with funeral mass following at 11:00am. Local 158 extends our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and all who knew him.

Obituary and more information can be information can be found here: https://prokowall.com/obituaries/roger-young/

09/18/2026

It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of IBEW Local 158 retiree Norman W. Wilda on August 25, 2026.

Norman was born on August 28, 1938. He was initiated into IBEW Local 158 on July 6, 1993, and retired September of 2003.

We learned of Norman’s passing after visitation had taken place on Saturday, August 29, 2026. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and all who knew him.

His obituary and additional information can be found here:
https://www.bjorkandzhulkie.com/obituaries/norman-wilda

09/08/2026

We may be a day late, but appreciation for working people should never be limited to just one day.

Labor Day is more than the unofficial end of summer—it honors the working men and women whose skill, sacrifice, and solidarity built this country. The wages, benefits, workplace protections, and opportunities many workers have today were earned through generations of workers standing together.

From all of us at IBEW Local 158, we hope everyone had a safe and enjoyable Labor Day. We’re proud to stand with the union members and working families who keep our communities moving forward.

Happy Labor Day, Sisters and Brothers! 🇺🇸⚡️✊

08/19/2026

Volunteering for Veterans 1st of Northeast Wisconsin, Inc. is underway on their home village for area veterans! There is much more to be done so if you are interested please call Scott Evenstad at the hall! Also a huge thank you to our partner contractor VDH Electric, Inc.

We are SO thankful to the IBEW Local 158 members Scott Evenstad journeyman electrician, Jim Lau retired journeyman, Alexander Holm VDH construction wireman, and Pedro Martinez VDH Electric journeyman electrician for offering to install the wiring for ALL our 21 homes!

08/07/2026

Great day at IBEW Local 158! ⚡️

We were proud to welcome David Crowley and Governor Tony Evers to the IBEW Local 158 Union Hall and Training Center today.

During their visit, they toured our training facility and talked about the importance of union apprenticeship, skilled trades, family-supporting wages, and creating opportunities for Wisconsin’s working men and women.

We appreciate David Crowley and Governor Evers taking the time to see firsthand how IBEW members are trained and the important role the union construction trades play in building Wisconsin.

Now it’s our turn to show up.

The Democratic Primary for Governor is Tuesday, August 11. Get out and vote! Make your voice heard and encourage your family, friends, and fellow union members to do the same.

When working people vote, working people have a voice.

08/07/2026

⚡ **UNION CONSTRUCTION WORKERS — THIS ELECTION MATTERS.** ⚡

For those of us in the Building Trades, elections aren’t just about politics. They can determine **who gets the work, what that work pays, and whether the next generation has the opportunity to build a career in the trades.**

David Crowley has made his position clear:

👷 **Restore Prevailing Wage** — Protect family-supporting wages and benefits on taxpayer-funded construction.

🤝 **Bring Back Project Labor Agreements** — Give union contractors and skilled tradespeople a fair opportunity to build Wisconsin’s major projects.

🛠️ **Expand Registered Apprenticeships** — Create more pathways for Wisconsin workers to learn a skilled trade, earn while they learn, and build a career without taking on massive college debt.

💪 **Protect the Right to Organize** — Crowley has called for repealing Wisconsin’s so-called “Right-to-Work” law and strengthening workers’ ability to collectively bargain.

Crowley grew up in a union household. His father was a **master electrician**, and he has spoken about seeing firsthand what a union job can provide: good wages, benefits, workplace safety, and the ability to support a family.

That commitment is one reason the **IBEW Wisconsin State Conference**, representing more than 21,000 active and retired members, has endorsed David Crowley for Governor.

For Wisconsin’s construction workers, this is about more than one election.

It’s about **protecting our wages. Protecting our standards. Creating union construction opportunities. And making sure Wisconsin’s future is built by skilled Wisconsin workers.**

🗳️ **Tuesday, August 11 — Vote David Crowley for Governor.**

⚡ **Good Jobs. Union Wages. Wisconsin Workers.** ⚡

08/06/2026

Please attend the GOTV event at the Green Bay Labor Temple, Greater Green Bay Area Labor Council, Afl-cio, on Elizabeth Street. The event kicks off at 5:00pm on Friday, August 7th. Special guests will be in attendance.