George Joseph Venner Sr. 72, of Garland, TX., passed away with his family by his side March 15, 2012. He was born on May 20, 1939 in Bayonne, N.J to George Sr. and Sonia(Bulka)Venner.He served his country in the Army,and after was employed by AT&T for over 35 years. He was a member of Good Shepherd Catholic Church of Garland, TX. He is survived by his loving wife Ellen (Dolan) Venner, son: George Venner III and wife Natalie, 3 Daughters: MaryAnn Ivie and husband Sam, Kathleen Venner, Bernadette Shires and husband Richard, 1 brother: Ronald Venner and wife Helen, 1 sister: Linda Kurdyla and Husband George. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday March 17, 2012 at 2:00 P.M. in the Chapel of Eastgate Funeral Home of Garland, TX.,with Deacon Joe Perez officiating.