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Donald Ware Obituary
He was the owner of the old Dust Busters and an Army veteran of the Vietnam War.
He is survived by his children, Donnie Ware, Kim Belt and Heather Ware; 7 grandchildren; mother, Margie Ware; brothers, Patrick and Michael Ware; and sisters, Linda Heim, Lois Doyle, Diana Friedley and Peggy Leslie.
Visitation is 1-8 p.m. Wednesday at Fern Creek Funeral Home, 5406 Bardstown Road.
Memorial gifts may be made to Kentuckiana Chapter #454 Vietnam Veterans of America, P.O. Box 91297, Louisville, KY 40291.
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Memories and Condolences
for Donald Ware
Heather Ware
June 25, 2023
Miss u pops hope ur watching over us and see how good I'm doing now I will always miss and love u
Heather ware
October 13, 2020
Well it's been along time it still seems like yesterday ur heavy on my mind these days cant believe ur gone the girls are well they miss u too u have missed out on so much just hope ur looking down watching over us just really wanted to say how much I miss u so pal till we meet again dad love heather
mike,kim,don,donnie
kym ware
July 9, 2010
sheridan kelly
July 9, 2010
i know me and you were never as close as a grandchild and a grandpa should be. but i will tell you right now you were not the average papaw!!! but thats why i love you so much. you tell it straight up but at the end of it all your closing sentence is always "no hard feelings." well i know we had bad tomes but hey no hard feelings. i love you soooooo much and i feel terible that i never got to tell you this before you uhhhhh "went away" but all is forgivven and i love just the same or even more!!!!!!
always and forever-:):(
sheridan marie:(:):P
Don with his handmade indian quilt
Kimberly Belt
July 7, 2010
Dad I miss you 2 much! Things just aren't da same without you! I hope you are enjoying the afterlife and catching up with old friends, tellin stories of your time here with us. I hope I make you and mom proud, and that you both continue to look out for your kids & grandkids. Thanks for the quilt Daddy-o. I wrap up in it all the time and its like you're givin me a big hug. Miss u & luv u, your daughter, Kim
Daddy's Girls: Heather(left)&Kimberly(right)
heather ware
July 7, 2010
Tim
July 5, 2010
To all of Don's loved ones,
I send you my deepest condolences. I am certain of the fact that our loss of Don will create a void in our everyday live and that void will be extremely difficult to fill. But our recent loss can only be Heaven's Gain. Over time we will forget what Don said. We will even forget what he did. But we will never forget how he made us feel. That is the testament to Dons legacy. For family and friends alike.
Don... May the Heavens open its doors to you. May it show you all its splendor and glory. May you finally have peace, happiness and most importantly, love in your new life. And may you be eternally blessed as I have been, by having you as a brother and friend.
Tim
Don enjoy the view.....
Greg Renfro
July 5, 2010
To all his friends and family it's been an adventure I wouldn't have wanted to take without knowing Don. Words cann't express how much he'll be missed. His friend and yours, Greg....
Dad & Sherry's Wedding 1984
Kym Belt
July 2, 2010
In or Out?
Heather Ware
July 2, 2010
Dad & Donny
Donny Ware
July 2, 2010
Daddy & Heather
Heather Ware
July 2, 2010
"GO, MY HORSE"
Kim Belt
July 2, 2010
My dad circa1974-he looked like Tom Petty
Kimberly Belt
July 2, 2010
The Gamblin Man
Kimberly Belt
July 2, 2010
Jackie Brown
July 1, 2010
To the Ware Family,
I didn't know him well, but he did touch a special place in my heart. I met him 2 yrs ago and his love for his children and the fact that he would do anything for his children reminded me what families are supposed to be like. He will be miss by all the lives he touch if only for a moment.
jenna roby
July 1, 2010
don, I remember thoes time when you would say "well lets go dog" remember that was my nickname i know i will never see you again ,but i hope that u will always remember me and watch over me cuz i loved you alotttt you were the best grandpa in the world me and victoria were lucky to have you! So all i wanted to say was "i hope you remember the times we had and i was hoping we could have more memories bet thats all over now I MISS YOU and i hope you look over me and forgive me if i did anything to hurt you,love you bunches,Jenna
Tasha Bucalo
July 1, 2010
To the family of Don my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Kenny Hancock
July 1, 2010
Kenny Hancock
July 1, 2010
Kenny Hancock
July 1, 2010
Kenny Hancock
July 1, 2010
Ellen Bischoff
July 1, 2010
To the Ware Family,
I send my deepest sympathy at this time of your loss. It was a great pleasure to care for Mr. Ware and to meet his immediate family members. I certainly did my best to make sure that he was comfortable and in no pain when caring for him. He is in heaven and is not suffering any longer. May the Lord bless you and keep you during this difficult time. The VA Hospice Nurses were proud to care for Mr. Ware.
June 30, 2010
June 30,2010
To the Family: You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. May God comfort and sustain you. The Fredericks from Madisonville Church of Christ.
olivia harpring
June 30, 2010
don, remember all the fun times we had together me, u, and jenna.? where do i start gaslight, mcdonalds, fun times i love u very much aND miss u, sad u had to go so soon. love olivia leigh harpring.
Kimberly Belt
June 30, 2010
Why did it have to be such a short time, I'm waitin 4 my sign from you too. Thinkin of you & listening to Alan Parsons Project! I miss u, little daddy. Thus Quoth The Raven,"NEVERMORE!" Most won't get that but we did, huh? I'm glad you got to teach me, along with mom, of spiritual things, earthly wisdom, the seven planes of consciousness, indian beliefs, and hippie values too! Wow, what groovy parents you both were. I'm thankful for my time with you but I'm also peeved bout the time that seemed to be robbed from us. Thanks for everything, Dad, so glad we got to "Get in each others heads" and I have faith that you are in a good place and that "Grandfather is providing the things that you need" IT WAS YOU DADDY, RIGHT DOWN THE LINE. Miss you too much, but there's no tears in heaven like Clapton said, right? LOVE YOU MORE, Your Daughter, Kim PS whoever reads this and wants to vibe with me bout dad, download and listen to Gerry Rafferty's "Baker Street" and see if it don't make ya think...PEACE OUT & THANKS 2 ALL THOSE LEAVIN MESSAGES & PICS- HE LUVD US ALL
Youre da shizne papaw miss u Luv, Samantha
Samantha Belt
June 30, 2010
Love U Papaw, Nicholas & Sheridan
Nicholas Kelly
June 30, 2010
Love, Kim & Kerri
Kerri Abbott
June 30, 2010
mike-n-kim, we love and miss you dad
Kimberly Belt
June 30, 2010
Kelley Teater
June 30, 2010
Don,
I have only known you for 4 years but it seems like forever. I already miss you and please give our baby a big hug and kiss from us. You have touched so many lives and will be greatly missed. We love you!
Me &Granpa in the Hospital
June 30, 2010
Victoria Ware
June 30, 2010
Grandpa, its hard for me to understand why you hadda go so soon. It all happened so fast tht it kinda doesnt seem real to me. I dnt feel like it was your time &its not fair, there was so much more for us to expeience together. I dnt kno wht imma do with out you, your advice, daily phone calls, hugs, kisses, your voice but imma be your strong liddle soldier &make you proud(er). My heart is broken &things are hard without you. I hope you kno imma be okay. But PLEASE come visit me ! I need you too :( &keep an eye ovr my babies whn tht time comes. Your my bestfriend. My pal. &life will never be the same wtihout you. I think abt you everyday &all the things you taught me. Thank you for everything you've done &kno tht i love you with all my heart, you may hve loved me first... but i loved you longer.
Love Always,
Your one &ONLY Pal - Vikki<3
Sharon pregnant with Kim, "wish we could turn back time..."
Kimberly Belt
June 30, 2010
Daddy & Kim 1st Christmas back home!
Kimberly Belt
June 30, 2010
June 30, 2010
Don,
You are the best friend I ever had and we went through so much together...grade school, high school, the basketball team, the turbulent sixties, seventies, eighties and nineties. We were always there to support each other during difficult times. Thank you for coming into my life and being a very important part of it. I will greatly miss you, my brother from another mother. You touched my heart and life and for that I am so glad. Sorry I can't be there due to poor health and living in England. My son Todd will be there on my behalf. May God bless the entire Ware family during this time of grief.
I'll never forget you Brother and will always carry you in my heart.
Ken Hancock (Hinky)
I miss you, Daddy-o!
Kimberly Belt
June 30, 2010
My dad was the coolest, most awesome guy on the planet. He was always a realist, tellin it how it is. He told great stories, sharing with us all the wisdom, experiences, and lessons of his life. He loved me unconditionally in good times and bad. He gave good advice but always gave me the freedom to be myself. My mom once told me that he had been her soulmate and though their marriage didn't last, I believe that they're hangin out as friends now in the great beyond. Dad always had these sayings like "Circumstances Dictate" and "Grandfather always provides" and he said old hippie-type words like "dig". My dad was a loyal friend,a patient father, and spoiled his grandbabies rotten. He gave me away at my wedding like I always hoped he could. He always listened to my concerns, helped me whenever I needed him to, and always knew just what to say to dry my tears when I cried or to make me laugh when I was bored or even to put me in my place when I was awnery! I know that a lot of my personality and intellect came from Dad.We had so many good times. I'd give anything to have him back to being healthy and well so that we could make more memories...
HEATHER WARE
June 29, 2010
hope heaven treats you like a king i miss you already send me signs as much as you can i will love and miss all the good memories weve shared untill we meet again with love and peace ALWAYS YOUR DAUGHTER HEATHER
June 29, 2010
im already missin you although i know youll be watchen over me vicki and jenna untill we meet again love and peace heather ware
Fred & Pam Browne
June 29, 2010
We all had many, many great times. Life's route has been the weirdest trip. You made me smile, laugh and cry. Your huge heart often overrode your brain. That is why we will never forget you. Hoping they are playing "Come To Poppa" by Bob Seger for you at the pearly gates!
June 29, 2010
Hey big brother,
Hope you are with Daddy. You now know what the rest of us are trying to find out. Don as adults we always got along and that makes me feel pretty good. I miss you already, and I lit a candle for you, Hey Big Brother show me a sign!!!!!!
Love Lois
Lindsay Deetch
June 29, 2010
TO THE FAMILY, I am very sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful man, we had a lot of good times playing cards and such. He will be missed dearly. You are all in my prayers. Lindsay Deetch and family
Tony Graves
June 29, 2010
Don, everything I know about Indian artifacts I learned from you. I will never forget walking the fields with you or the lessons you taught me. Watch over everyone down here ok? You are already missed Brother. Im glad your pain is gone, hold a spot for us. I'll throw some horseshoes with you when I get up there. Tony G
Dana Elliott
June 29, 2010
Oh Don,where to start? I've known you for 20 plus years and I wouldn't trade those years for anything. We had a many of good times! It all started with Dustbusters!!! Hard work but alot of fun times too. Boating,concerts,drinking your Daddy's homemade wine-I could write a book. I will miss you sooooo much. I'm so very glad that you and Robert got to go see AC/DC,I knew you would appreciate it more than me. I'm really glad I gave you my ticket and I know Robert is too. I'll never forget the night you knocked on our door about 4-5 years ago,I'm so glad you looked us up. Again I will miss you so very much,the heart to heart talks we had and all the fun we had too. You made it possible for me to know what having a Big Brother was like. Thanks! Rest In Peace Brother.
Much Love,Dana Elliott Fairdale,Ky.
sherry ware
June 29, 2010
Don, The times we spent together i'll never forget and i hope you dont either i'll miss my best friend! i'll miss you dearly
jenna roby
June 29, 2010
Don,you are the sweetest grandpa in the world from all the grandchildren that you love the most. jenna and austin
Robert Elliott
June 29, 2010
Hey Don I'm happy to have known you, you was always a great friend to me. We share our love for music together. And that brings a smile
to my heart . You always was your own man and you took your lumps.
You will be missed. Love Your Friend Robert Elliott (Fairdale,Ky)
June 29, 2010
To Family,
We are truly sorry for the loss of your brother , father and son. you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mary Ann and David DeMuro
(sister of Vincent Heim)
Gary Feltman
June 29, 2010
Don, So many memories we share together. Getting up at 4 am to go fishing at Lake Shelby with Unc, pitching ball, ridng bikes through the streets of Klondike Acres, playing baseball/football at Saint Martha before there was a real field, fixing toast for breakfast and seeing who could have the most butter on it and of course the St.X vs Trinity rivalry. Rest in peace my friend, as you suffer no more. Your cousin, Gary
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