Sewickley's first black police chief and Army veteran is recognized for his years of service to the community and country with a dedication ceremony and naming of the Sewickley Valley YMCA Community Arts Center.
Walter J. Brannon appeared humbled by all the recognition Tuesday honoring his patriotic service to the community and the country. "I feel it's a great honor and words can't express my gratitude," Brannon said. More than 50 guests gathered at the Sewickley Valley YMCA to honor the World War II veteran and first black police chief in Sewickley, during a special naming ceremony and dedication of the YMCA's Community Activity Center. The event included the unveiling of a wall plaque and recognition from Mayor Brian Jeffe and state Rep. Rob Matzie, D-Ambridge. Jeffe read a proclamation, declaring Nov. 14 as "Walter Brannon Day" in Sewickley. Brannon was also presented with an official citation from the House of Representatives as tribute…
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The YMCA's Community Activity Center will be named for retired Sewickley Police Chief Walter Brannon.
Walter Brannon, 88, served as Sewickley's first black police chief for 15 years. He recently retired as a member of the Sewickley Valley YMCA's board of directors. Today, the YMCA will recognize Brannon with the dedication of its community activity center that will be named in his honor. The ceremony begins at 2:30 p.m. at the center. Speakers include state Rep. Rob Matzie, D-Ambridge, and Borough Manager Kevin Flannery, both of whom will proclaim Tuesday as as "Walt Brannon Day." Brannon of Sewickley, a World War II veteran, served as the borough's police chief from 1976 to 1992. Sewickley Police Chief James Ersher said Brannon's legacy in the community is extensive, from his more than 40 years of service with the police department to …
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Phillip A Randolph
2:05 pm on Friday, February 15, 2013
I just became aware of this great honor being bestow upon Chief Brannon. He was like a second father to me growing up, since I was in his back yard everyday. more ›