William F. “Bill” Venanzi, 96, of Bethlehem, died Dec. 28, 2024, at his home at Lutheran Manor, where he resided for the past 24 years. Born on Jan. 2, 1928, he was a son of the late William and Mamie (Bosi) Venanzi. He was the husband of the late Irene (Tertusek) Venanzi.

He was a member of the United States Navy for two years.

He was employed by Duggan and Marcon Construction and later at Spirax Sarco.

He was a member of the Lehigh South Side Boosters and the Heights A.A.

He is survived by five children, Michael (Marsha), Willie (Sharon), Joseph (Lucy), Lee Sebastionelli (Rick) and Laura Partridge; eight grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and a brother, Edward (Joanne) Venanzi.

He was predeceased by a son-in-law, Tom Partridge; a grandson, Tony Sebastionelli; and two sisters, Anna Kocher and Amelia Rostkowski.

Contributions may be made to Lutheran Manor, 2085 Westgate Dr., Bethlehem, PA 18017.

Arrangements were made by Connell Funeral Home Inc., Bethlehem.