Harvey ‘Bud’ Ware

CLINTON, Iowa – Harvey “Bud” Ware, 87, of Clinton, passed away peacefully Thursday, Feb. 9, 2012, at Alverno Health Care Facility in Clinton. He was employed by Sherwin-Williams paint store for 25 years.

Harvey was born Sept. 10, 1924, in Mobile, Ala., the son of Frank and Janna (Pluister) Ware. He was a 1942 graduate of Dixon High School. Harvey then attended Cornell College for one year. From 1942 through 1946, Harvey was a World War II veteran and served in the Navy as a pilot. He married Joan Hubbard on Feb. 6, 1947, in Sterling. She preceded him in death. He later married Joyce Oster in 1992.

Harvey was a member of many organizations including Lions Club, Golden Kiwanis Club and Habitat for Humanity. He was a member of the Methodist church. Harvey participated in several blood drives. He also coached his son in baseball. Overall, Harvey was a vibrant and positive, outgoing person and a loving father and grandfather.

Harvey is survived by his wife, Joyce of Thomasville, Ga.; three daughters, Carol (Tom) Sylthe of Elgin, Paula (Paul) Novak of West Chicago and Brenda (Jeff) Stombres of Plainfield; one son, Craig (Linda) Ware of Fulton; and six grandchildren.

He also was preceded in death by his parents; one grandson, Edward; two sisters; and two brothers.

Cremation rights have been accorded. Private services have taken place. Arrangements were completed by Lemke Funeral Homes in Clinton.

Memorials contributions may be sent directly to Harvey’s son, Craig Ware, 516 Third Ave., Fulton, IL 61252.

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