Max Ware's Obituary
Max Ware, 84, of Alliance, went home to be with his Lord on Friday, September 19, 2014 at 10:33 am at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on May 19, 1930 in Belington, West Virginia to Cecil M. and Blanche (Pharis) Ware and lived in Alliance for 63 years. A member of First Baptist Church, Max retired as a self-employed contractor. Max enjoyed woodworking, hunting, traveling, and taking cruises. But he loved spending time with his family and his beloved dog, "Riley". Survivors include his wife, Fayetta K. (Vance) Ware, whom he married on November 23, 1951; son, Michael R. (fianc LeeAnn & her daughter Taylor) Ware of Alliance, OH; son Gary (Barbara Vignos) Ware of Stoval, NC; daughter, Jeannie F. (Jeffery) Oyster of Alliance, OH; "adopted son", William "Bill" Gamertsfelder of Alliance; six grandchildren, Heidi (Trent) McIlvain, Ryann (Jason) Yoder, Gary Dustin (Angela, Karter & Kaden) Ware, Ashley Ware, Melanie (Adam) Oyster, & Tyler Ware; six great-grandchildren, Hailey Ware, Dylan Vesco, Austin McIlvain, Harper McIlvain, Averey & Andrew Yoder; two brothers, Bernie (Shelba) Ware of Alliance, OH, Cecil (Lavonda) Ware of New Franklin, OH; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Cecil M. and Blanche Ware; great-grandson, Caleb Dustin Ware; sister, Geraldine Potts; and three brothers, Lonnie Ware, Fletis Ware, & Thomas Lee Ware. Private Services will be held. There will be no calling hours. Burial will take place in Belington, WV. Arrangements are by Sharer-Stirling-Skivolocke Funeral Home.
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