Robert J. Vennard Sr.
1951-2023
Robert J. Vennard Sr.
Robert J. Vennard, Sr. 72, of 7944 Rte. 417, Bolivar, passed away Sunday, May 28, 2023 at Olean General Hospital after a lengthy illness.
Born on January 20, 1951, in Hornell, he was a son of James R. and Vivian Gardner Vennard, Jr. On June 24, 1978, in Portville,
he married the former Debra Gardner who survives.
Robert was a graduate of Bolivar Central School Class of 1969. Working as a laborer all of his life he had worked for Friendship Dairies,
Mackler Industries, Robeson Cutlery and last for TMP Co., in Wyoming, New York retiring in 2002.
He was an avid NASCAR and Dale Earhardt #3 Team Fan. He also enjoyed following the Buffalo Bills and Buffalo Sabres and watching Western
re-runs on television.
In addition to his wife he is survived by
His Children:
William “Billy” Vennard Bolivar
Jessica (Steven) Buchholz Belfast
Robert J. (Meagan) Vennard, Jr. Perry
7 Grandchildren
3 Brothers:
Thomas (Linda) Vennard Florida
David Vennard Cuba
Charles Vennard Cuba
2 Sisters:
Mary Vennard Bolivar
Susan (Edward) Slocum Little Genesee
Several Nieces and Nephews
He was predeceased by his parents.
Friends may call at the Schaffner Funeral Home 554 S. Main Street, Bolivar, on Friday, June 2, 2023, from 10:00-Noon at which
time funeral services will be held. The Rev. Elva Cornell, will officiate. Burial will be in Maple Lawn Cemetery, Bolivar,
New York.
Memorials may be made to the Allegany County Cancer Services, P.O. Box 534 Wellsville, NY 14895.
Schaffner Funeral Home
