George John Bienkowski, 84, of Gatesville, passed away Tuesday, March 4 at his residence. Graveside services with Military Honors will be 3 pm Friday, March 7, at Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be 1:00 to 2:30 pm Friday, March 7, at Bellmead Funeral Home. George was born March 9, 1929 in New Jersey. He served in the Air Force until retiring. Survivors include his daughter, Janice Younce of Bruceville; sons, Steven Bien of Houston and Michael Bienkowski of Tennessee; sister, Helen of Georgia; granddaughter, Carlie Burgess and husband Charlie and great grandchildren, Charlotte and Michael Burgess; his beloved companion, Gladys Siewart, her daughters, Yvonne and Lynette and several grandchildren.