Wisconsin Society of Emergency Services Instructors

10/23/2026

Tip of the day!

10/21/2026

Tip of the day!

10/21/2026

What a great instructor and person. You have been an inspiration to many instructors and firefighters. May you rest in peace Pete. Thank you for all your guidance and advice over the years. We have it from here Chief.

It is with great sadness that we share the news that Pete Silva, former Director of Fire Service Education and Training for the Wisconsin Technical College System, passed away yesterday afternoon.

Pete dedicated much of his life to the fire service, serving not only as a firefighter but also as a mentor, educator, and champion for firefighter training throughout Wisconsin. His commitment to developing firefighters and strengthening fire service education has had a lasting impact on countless individuals, departments, and communities across our state.

The legacy Pete leaves behind extends far beyond his years of service. It lives through the firefighters he helped train, the programs he helped build, and the many lives that have been positively influenced by his leadership and dedication. His contributions to the Wisconsin fire service community will continue to be felt for generations to come.

Pete was not just a great Firefighter, he was a great man. Please keep Pete's family, friends, and all those who had the privilege of knowing and working with him in your thoughts during this difficult time.

10/21/2026

Tip of the day!

10/21/2026

So sad to see he was a fantastic person and a joy to be around. Pete was a big supporter of our Instructor Society and in improving and enabling our firefighters in Wisconsin.
Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to the Silva family at this time.

It is with great sadness that we share the news that Pete Silva, former Director of Fire Service Education and Training for the Wisconsin Technical College System, passed away yesterday afternoon.

Pete dedicated much of his life to the fire service, serving not only as a firefighter but also as a mentor, educator, and champion for firefighter training throughout Wisconsin. His commitment to developing firefighters and strengthening fire service education has had a lasting impact on countless individuals, departments, and communities across our state.

The legacy Pete leaves behind extends far beyond his years of service. It lives through the firefighters he helped train, the programs he helped build, and the many lives that have been positively influenced by his leadership and dedication. His contributions to the Wisconsin fire service community will continue to be felt for generations to come.

Pete was not just a great Firefighter, he was a great man. Please keep Pete's family, friends, and all those who had the privilege of knowing and working with him in your thoughts during this difficult time.

10/19/2026

Tip of the day!

10/18/2026