VENNER, Michael J. Â Age 57, of Gaines, died Tuesday March 1, 2005 at his residence. Services will be held 10:30 AM Saturday, March 5, 2005 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Rd., Swartz Creek. The family will receive friends from 9 AM until the time of service Saturday. Mr. Venner was born September 8, 1947 in Cadillac, the son of Laurence and Elaine (Schooley) Venner. He married Darlene Prough on August 14, 1974. Surviving are: wife, Darlene of Gaines; five children, Kevin and wife, Jennifer of Clio, Cheryl and husband, Clifford Cremer of Flushing, Frank and wife, Rochelle of Holly, Cindy and husband, Gary Wirick of NV, Jeremy and wife, Tracy of Gaines; 12 grandchildren, Justin, Chareese, Renee, Jessica, Joshua, Johnathon, Kaila, LeAnna, Cody, Staci, Traci, and Haily. He was preceded in death by his parents. Friends may share an online condolence or post a tribute at www.sharpfuneralhomes.com.