Mr. Bruce Venné, of Niagara Court in Port Washington, passed away at his home Monday, January 30, 2017, following a courageous battle with cancer. He was 78 years old. Bruce was born in Tomahawk on November 15, 1938, son of Chester and Helen Novak Venné. He grew up in Milwaukee, attending local schools and graduating from Rufus King High School, before enlisting in the US Marine Corps. On November 21, 1959, Bruce was united in marriage with Dolores Martinez in Waukegan, IL. The couple settled in Milwaukee. Mr. Venné worked in quality control at American Can Company, and later Schlitz Brewery and Strohs Brewery. Bruce worked in plants in Ohio, Michigan, Tennessee, Florida, North Carolina, and Texas before moving home to Milwaukee. He retired in 2000. Bruce was an enthusiastic golfer and an avid Civil War history buff, frequently going to re-enactments. The couple traveled often, usually here in the United States; Bruce would often say, "There's so much to see here!" Mr. Venné is survived by his wife, Dolores, and their son Roy Venné of Thiensville. He is further survived by granddaughter Christina Venné, three great-grandchildren, brother-in-law Ray (Carol) Martinez of Grafton, nephew Dale "Pat" (Beverly) L'Anglois of Bakersfield, CA, other family and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, sister Beverly (the late Dale) L'Anglois and grandson Ryan Venné. Funeral Services will be held at 12 noon on Monday, February 6th at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1619 Washington St., Grafton, with a visitation at CHURCH from 11AM until services at 12 noon. The Eernisse Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences can be left at www.eernissefuneralhome.com .