WARE, John James Ware  -   was born on August 19, 1938 at St. Michael's Hospital and died there on July 25, 2024.

Son of Norm Ware and Mary (Barrett).

He was raised in St. Anthony's Parish, attended De La Salle High School and graduated from Queen's University where he was a key member of the Golden Gaels football team. Husband to Pat (Green) for over 57 years.

Father to Nora (John Logan), James (Alexandra Lambert), Matthew, and Maryanne (Matt Tudor).

Brother to Mary Catherine (Bob Birgeneau) and Jim (Debbie). Grandfather to Ciaran, Sean and Ryan Ware; Clare, Kate and James Logan; Erin and Neve Tudor. Uncle to seven nieces and nephews.

John spent over three decades as a Teacher, Principal and Coach mentoring scores of Toronto Catholic District School Board high school students to strive to be their best in Academics, Athletics and the Arts. Following his retirement, he continued to serve society by volunteering his time to charities and committees. John was kind, curious, a life long learner, a keen sports fan, a family man, a gardener, an athlete, a singer, a friend, a bridge player, a Leaside resident for forty years and a generous host.

Thursday, August 15th from 6 to 8 p.m.: Visitation at Humphrey Funeral Home, 1403 Bayview Avenue. Friday, August 16th at 10:30 a.m.: Funeral Mass at St. Anselm's Church, 1 MacNaughton Road and a 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. in Funeral Home that is open to all friends of the family.

In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Michael's Hospital or Catholic Family Services would be appreciated.