Russell J. Ware1929 ~ 2012On January 29, 2012 the love of my life, my best friend and husband, passed on from this world into the next while I held him in my arms. Thank you my love for 43 years of companionship and beautiful memories.Russell J. Ware was born in Carbon County Utah on April 17, 1929. He was the only son of Russell S. and Fontella Marett Ware. He graduated from Carbon County High School in 1947. From 1947 ~ 1962 he worked in the Coal Mines in Carbon County. He also was employed with Titanium Metals and Jetway before working for his final employer, Utility Trailer, from which he retired in 1995.He married Betty Lou Nordin on September 10, 1948 (Later divorced). He then married Ruth Hall Nielsen on May 17, 1969. Together they have a blended family of 5 surviving children. Debra Lynn Jesus (Jim), Russell Scott Ware (Chris), Kevin R. Ware, Todd Lee Ware (Kimberly), Shelly N. Snyder (Rob). One of Russs favorite jobs was that of a grandfather, he loved and treasured every moment spent with his grandchildren. Towards the end of his life he found great joy in their visits. He leaves behind 16 grandchildren, and 21 great grandchildren, whom will all dearly miss and forever remember him. Russell was preceded in death by both of his parents, a sister and brother-in-law, Lyle and Areleen Ware Christensen, and an infant daughter Sydney Ware. A viewing and graveside service will be held at Leavitts Mortuary and Aultorest Memorial Park, 836 36th Street, Ogden. The viewing hours will be on Thursday February 2, 2012 from 6-8 p.m. and from 10:00 ~ 10:45 a.m. Friday, February 3, followed by a graveside service. Following graveside services his wife and family will be holding a ceremony in celebration of his life at the Ogden Union Station Theater Annex, 2501 Wall Ave, Ogden. Services under the direction of Leavitts Mortuary. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.leavittsmortuary.com Visitation Information Date: Friday, February 3, 2012 Time: 10:00 am - 10:45 am Leavitts Mortuary Address: 836 36th Street, , Ogden, UT, 84403 801-394-5556 | Map Service Information Date: Friday, February 3, 2012 Time: 11:45 am - Ogden Union Station Theater Annex Address: 2501 Wall Ave , , Ogden, UT, | Map Cemetery Information Date: Friday, February 3, 2012 Time: 11:00 am - Leavitt's Aultorest Memorial Park Address: 836 36th Street, , Ogden, UT, | Map