Archie J. Venette, 79, of Baldwinsville, beloved father and husband, passed away Tuesday, January 25, 2011, with his loving family by his side. He was born in Churubusco, NY and has lived in the Baldwinsville area for several years. He worked in the DPW for the Village of Baldwinsville for 24 years before retiring. He was an Army Veteran of the Korean War and a member of the VFW Post 153. Archie was an avid outdoorsman and fisherman. He was pre-deceased by 14 brothers and sisters.

Survivors: his wife of 53 years, Jane K. Ryder Venette; six children, Katherine (Mike) Tyrrell of Liverpool, Karen Venette of Mexico, NY, Neal (Pam) Venette of Virginia, Denise (Rick) Wall of Portland, OR, Mary (Ron) Hawks of Baldwinsville and Dora Venette of Baldwinsville; grandchildren, Michael, Laura and Allison Tyrrell of Liverpool, Brittani, Jocelyn and Neal, Jr. Venette of Virginia, Sean and Samantha Hawks of Baldwinsville, Elizabeth Venette of Baldwinsville; great grandson, Matthew Tyrrell of Liverpool; several beloved nieces and nephews; and many close friends.

Calling hours: 4-7pm Thursday, January 27, 2011 at Falardeau Funeral Home, 93 Downer St., Baldwinsville. Services are at 7pm Thursday, following the calling hours. Burial will be in the Spring.

Contributions: Hospice Of CNY, 990 7th North Street, Liverpool, NY 13088-6148.