Service Details
A celebration of Christophe’s life and homegoing will be held on Saturday, August 12, 2023, 11:00am, at Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home and Crematory, 4600 County Line Road. Visitation will be from 10:00am until the time of the service.
On July 26, 2023, Christophe Ware of Kenosha, Wisconsin passed away. On July 30, 1972, Chris was born to his parents, Tely Henry (T.H.) Lewis and Lanzy Mae Ware in Chicago, Illinois. He was the youngest boy out of twelve children. Chris was an avid member of the Refuge Temple Apostolic Church in Racine, Wisconsin.
As a young man, Chris attended Morgan Elementary in Chicago, Illinois. In 1986, the family relocated to Kenosha, Wisconsin where Chris continued his education at Bradford High School. One of his proudest moments consisted of successfully attaining his GED certification.
Chris enjoyed spending time with his family and loved ones while listening to music to create valuable memories and enjoying his favorite meal. He enjoyed watching movies, in particular, the classic Martial Art films.
Chris was very strong willed and eager to be adventurous. He was always willing to help his sisters with their children to provide guidance and direction. Chris consistently showed respect and admiration for his siblings. In all challenging situations and circumstances, Chris had a smile on his face in spite of the challenge. He was known for his forgiving heart and being reliable to others. He genuinely treated others with kindness and care.
Chris will be missed and remembered by his forever friend and wife, LaKesha Diane Ware; three daughters, Deijia Lewis, Morrissa Lewis, Leondranae Price; four sons, Tervarious (Bear) Ware, Davairian Lewis, Christopher L. Lewis Jr., Cri’Sean (Sean) Ware; sisters, Anna Faye Ware, Margret (Neckbone) Walker, Linda Ware, Diana White (Albert), Stevette (Tudda) Owens, Towanda Ware; brothers, Michael Ware, Tyrone Lewis, Jerome Lewis; nephews, Caprice Ware, Narai Hayes (Zipporah), Reginald Lewis, Orlando Owens, Michael Ware Jr., Rickey Nelson Jr., Christopher (Jaboo) Ware, Alonzo (Bam-Bam) Gordon; nieces, Talitha Hayes, Marquita Ivery (Jason), Syeria Ware, Towanda (Tunchie) Abbott, Diane Nelson, Cecilia (Ce-Ce) Gordon, Curleaner Wilson, Vera Gordon, Ricknissa Nelson, Jasmine Nelson, Mechel Ware.
Chris Ware was loved and will be remembered by a host of grandchildren, great nieces, great nephews and loved ones.
Christophe Ware was preceded in death by his parents, Lanzy Mae Ware, T.H. Lewis; sister, Shana Nelson, brother, Ricky C. Ware; nephews, Jorge Levesque, Marcell Ware, Isaac (Smurf) Lewis III; niece, Georgetta Ware, special friends, Erica Jordan-Johnson, Tosha Renee Foster, and brother/ bestfriend, Andre’ DeShawn Hicks,
Don & Jowauna Owens says
Prayers for The Lewis & Ware family. May God provide you with peace in loving memories during this difficult time.
Maurice Hicks says
Rest in Power with SUPERMAN, you will be missed BIG BRO😢😢😢😢😢
Willie Jean says
Chris we’ll all miss your smile, jokes, and most of all your presence. I pray you’re at peace now, so my friend Continued Rest In The Lord . We will keep your memories alive.
Stacie Neal- Middleton says
My most warmest and deepest condolences to the ENTIRE family. I’m so sorry for your loss. The Neal family.
Kara says
You always came over and stayed with Andre while Layanna and I were out of town. You two never stopped getting into mischief together. Continue to take care of each other and watch over all of us! You both are so greatly missed!!