Melvin "Gregory" Ware

"Much Love"

March 18, 1966 - July 12, 2023

Melvin "Gregory" Ware, age 57 was born in Opelika, Alabama; son of the late Dixie Earline Gillens and George Edward Ware.

Other than his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Blake L. Ware, biological father, Donald Calvin Hood, uncle, Forrest R. Gillens and best friend, Scott Rozar.

Greg was a hard worker, whether it was hanging sheetrock, finishing sheetrock or working on automobiles. His favorite sports team was LSU. He was a gentle jokester who had a special ear for music of all kinds and knew every artist and words to the songs. The most valuable and important thing he owned was his kind heart and loving soul, which was full of strong Christian faith. His kind presence and uplifting soul and spirit will be forever missed.

Survivors include his son, Justin Gregory Ware of Smiths Station, and mother of his children, Christ Dean; brothers, Jeffery L. Ware (Nomie) of North Carolina, Michael Edward Ware (Wendy) of Wedowee, AL, Doug H. Knight of Opelika, Al, one daughter, double first cousin, Gloria Luttrell of Salem, AL, former wife, Nancy Pruitt and special friend, Brenda Estes.

A celebration of life memorial service for Melvin "Gregory" will be held Saturday, November 11, 2023 at 11:00 AM at Mt. Zion Methodist Church, 2616 Lee Rd. 243, Smiths Station, Alabama 36877.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.shphenixcity.com for the Ware family.