David W. Vennard, Sr.:  Loving Father, Grandfather, and Companion

David W. Vennard, Sr., 69, of Cuba, New York and a former Bolivar resident passed away on Friday, January 20, 2024 at Olean General Hospital after a lengthy illness.

Born on January 27, 1955, in Wellsville he was a son of James R. and Vivian Gardner Vennard Jr.

David was a graduate of Bolivar Central School.  He had worked as a carpenter and handyman for many years.  He was last employed as a stocker at TOPS in Olean before retiring.

He enjoyed remodeling his house, attending the pow-wows and races with his son and grandchildren.  He loved spending as much time with his grandchildren as possible and going for rides with family.  He will be remembered as a sweet and loving man.  Watching wrestling, NASCAR, the Buffalo Bills, Old Westerns and listening to county music were just a few things he enjoyed to pass the time.

He is survived by

His Longtime loving companion             Tammy Guyett of Cuba

A Son             James (Sherry Guyett) Vennard                         Cuba

His grandchildren   Sophia Jackson, Alexa Vennard, Raelynn Vennard, and James

Vennard, Jr.

Two Brothers                       Charlie Vennard                              Cuba

                                                Thomas (Linda) Vennard              Florida

Two Sisters                           Susan (Edward) Slocum                Little Genesee

                                                Mary Vennard                                 Bolivar

Several Nieces and Nephews

In addition to his parents he was predeceased by a son David W. Vennard, Jr. whom died in infancy and a brother Robert Vennard.

David’s wish was to be cremated and his arrangements were handled by the Mark F. Rinker Funeral Home & Memorial Service, Inc., Bolivar.

Online condolences may be sent at www.rinkerfuneralhome.com