Henry Emrich, Secrest Wardle’s Grand Rapids Executive Managing Partner, served as a “roaster” at Silent Observer’s Farewell Roast and Toast of Bill Forsyth on Dec. 7, 2016. The event recognized the distinguished and memorable career of William Forsyth, who has served as Kent County Prosecutor for 30 years, upon his retirement.
Accompanying Emrich were his wife, Anne; Sgt. John Paasch; Natalie Winquest; John Hess and his wife; and Sarah Walburn, an Executive Partner located in the firm’s Grand Rapids office, along with her husband, Scott, the Chief Assistant Prosecutor in Newaygo County.
The event, moderated by Judge Donald Johnston, took place at Noto’s Old World Dining in Grand Rapids. The entertaining evening consisted of a dinner followed by an amusing program where Forsyth had to “stand trial” by facing “witness roasters.” The roasters — Mr. Emrich, Cass County Prosecutor Vic Fitz, and Ambassador Peter Secchia — made Forsyth the target of their good natured jokes. The retiring Prosecutor was also “toasted” by a “jury” of his peers including Richard and Maria Kozminski, Jerry and Gail Battaglia, and Retired Police Chief Kevin Belk. Secrest Wardle showed additional support for all that Mr. Forsyth has done for the Kent County community and Silent Observer by serving as a sponsor for the event.
All fundraising helped support Silent Observer, a program that keeps the Kent County community safe and assists victims in finding justice. The organization connects with all segments of the public through anonymous tip lines and a student program called Fast 50.
Secrest Wardle is a law firm specializing in defense litigation and counsel for insurance, municipal, and commercial clients headquartered in Troy, Michigan, with additional offices in Grand Rapids and Lansing.
For more information, visit www.secrestwardle.com.
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