Mr. Osceola Theopolis Ware

Osceola Theopolis Ware was born on February 2, 1933 to the union of Jack and [immie Lee (Boslevj Ware in hlgalls,Arkansas. He received his early education in Mt. Olive and Hermitage, Arkansas. Osceola who was affectionately called "0. C.", "Owest" and the "Silver Fox" began his relationship with the Lord at Mt. Olive Methodist AME Church at a young age. In 1953, he relocated to Milwaukee.Wisconsin. Later that year, he became a member of the Greater Galilee Missionary Baptist Church joining his siblings and several other relatives. He soon began to use his melodious voice in the Chorale chorus and Male choir. Osceola recently recommitted his life to Christ as his personal Lord and Savior. In 1954, Osceola and Lavern Beavers united in Holy Matrimony. To their union was born three children, Danita Jan, DeWayne Durrell and GregoryTobias (Toby). He worked as a welder at Allis Chambers for 30 years until his retirement in 1983. While most people would be content to retire, Osceola; could not resist going back to work. He began a new career as a bus driver for the First Student Company. Over 12 years, he was often applauded for his professionalism and outgoing personality His other unofficial job titles included the Ware family handyman, big grill maker and counselor, On September 25, 2003, Osceola married his longtime bestfriend, Gladys O'Neal. They loved to travel and most often to Peoria IL, to visit his beloved in-laws, They enjoyed watching television in their matching side by side recliners, especially basketball. Like all Ware men, he was a GREAT cook, avid fisherman and hunter, He loved to talk to his family about everything from soap operas to the most recent news story. Osceola often checked in on relatives to ensure their welfare and to give them his advice whether they wanted it or not. When Osceola's health began to seriously tau over a year ago, he became a resident of the Seven Oaks nursing home. Known as Mr. O. C. by fellow residents and staff, he quickly became the most popular person there. Almost daily, his devoted life, Gladys sat by his side and oversaw his care. On Tuesday, June 2, Osceola Theopolis Ware quietly closed his eyes, humbly submitting to the perfect will of God. He was preceded in death by his parents; an infant brother and sister; brothers Moses, Henry and Allen Thurman; and sisters Earlee Jordan and Sarah Armelia Gant. He leaves to cherish his memory; his dedicated wife, Gladys Ware; loving children, Danita J., DeWayne and Gregory T (Jacqueline) Ware; all of Milwaukee, WI. His grandchildren, Deja D. Imani A. and Nairobi Ware; great-grandchildren, Jamuir and Josiah; all of Milwaukee. Beloved sister, Deola Ten of Newburg, New York and dedicated brother Archie (Janet) Ware; sister-in-law Pearl Ware of Milwaukee; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Mr. Osceola Theopolis Ware

February 2, 1933 - June 2, 2015