Rocky Drew Ware


Rocky Drew Ware
June 6,1949 – Feb 3,2017

Rocky Ware, 67, of Brazos County, passed away on Friday, February 3, 2017, in Bryan. Rocky’s family will receive guests at the funeral home beginning at 11am until the time of the memorial service at 1pm, on Friday, February 10, 2017. Cremation services are in the care of Callaway-Jones Funeral and Cremation Centers-Bryan/College Station.

Mr. Ware was born on June 6,1949 in San Antonio, Texas and passed away on Feb 3, 2017 in Bryan, Texas after a short but courageous battle with cancer. He was the third child born to Babe and Euna Ware. He enlisted in the U.S Navy and was stationed in San Diego, Cali. He then boarded the U.S.S Constellation. With his service, he was able to travel to various parts of the world. His travels abroad were no match for the beauty he found in Bryan, TX when he met and married Beverly Utecht on Dec 31,1973. They would spend forty-three years together and have twin sons, Jason and Justin.

Rocky worked for Texas A&M University from which he would retire. Rocky also was active in Brazos County Precinct 3 Volunteer Fire Department where he served as Chief for a number of years. Rocky was well known for his sense of humor and making people laugh, it was part of his spirit. From cracking a joke or picking on his family. He certainly could make a bad situation a little easier.

In his retirement he enjoyed fishing with his son Jason and his brother Cecil, going to have coffee his good friend Travis or sitting for hours with Sudoku or Facebook…or a combination of both.

Rocky’s parents Babe and Euna Ware; his sister Judith Ware; his father and mother in law, Edward and Doris Utecht and a grandson Michael Lynn Ware; all pre-deceased him.

Rocky is survived by his wife Beverly Ware; his twin sons Jason and wife Loren, Justin and partner Patrick; his brother Cecil and wife Juanita; his brother-in-law Doug Utecht and wife Beke; his brother-in-law Mike Utecht and wife Karen; his adored
Grandchildren Skyler and Grey; as well as his good friend Travis Gray…and a host of nieces, nephews and close friends.

“I know not all that may be coming, but be it what it will, I’ll go to it laughing”

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  1. So sorry for your loss. No one really knows what your going through. I will be praying for your family and sending my love.

    • Thank you Cathy…my mom sends her appreciation for guiding us and just being there when I needed someone to call…love to you
      Justin

  2. Jason our hearts and our prayers go out to you and your family.

    The Baker’s
    Billy, Tonya, Danielle and Abigail

  3. I am so sorry, I will always have a special place in my heart for Rocky, after all you never forget your first boyfriend ( even if you were only 6 yrs old). My heart also cries for you I know you will miss him. God Bless. love you .
    JoAnna Wayne Landry

  4. Jason and Loren
    We are so sorry for your loss. Please know you and your family will be in our prayers and in our hearts. God be with all of you.
    Love you,
    Jeff and Coco

  5. Bev, Jason and Justin: My heart goes out to you and I know what you are going through. Just know that Rocky is now in a better place and in no more pain. Just know that I am here for all of you if you need me. Remember you haven’t really lost him, he will remain in your hearts forever. .

  6. I only knew Rocky through his son Justin, but he was a good man and a good father from what I hear. My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. Rocky’s time on earth was cut short, but he leaves behind a ton of memories to cherish and through them he lives on in the hearts of all those he touched.

  7. Rocky Drew Ware was more than an Uncle, he was a great father, husband, brother and friend. He’s gone to be with our ancestors, and I’m going to miss him terribly until we meet again. Love you Aunt Bev, Justin (Patrick), Jason (Loren), Cecil (Juanita), Skyler, Grady, Great Aunt Martha Lou and all the extended family of the Precinct 3 Volunteer Fire Department .

    • Thank you! I’ll never forget you for your support of Dad and Mom on his last night….you were truly a blessing and will always be…

  8. Beverly, Jason,& Justin, We are so sorry to here about Rocky. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you at this difficult time. David says he will never forget all the hours Rocky spent with him at Little League East repairing electrical and etc.
    Love, David & Sandra Guyton

    • Thank you for your note….we have many memories to look upon…and you and David are among the ones we cherish most.
      Love, Justin

  9. So sorry for your loss .Rocky was a good friend of mine when I was 10 years old and lived on Beck street and went to Ben Milam elementary . He was a good friend and a super nice guy . I will miss him a lot .

  10. Justin, I am so sad for your loss off your Dad. Anyone that knows you also Knows how close you were to your entire family. Stay strong and know that he IS in a safe happy place. He can joke and make wisecracks all day with no pain. I know he is proud of you. Love, Cheri

  11. Beverly, I’m so sorry to read about Rocky. Absolutely one of a kind, incomparable to anyone else I know. I’ll miss seeing him and listening to him pick on me. God bless.

  12. Justin, we are so very sorry for your loss. Our hearts go out to you & your family. We’ll be praying for peace & comfort over you all. Love, Darla & Steven ❤

  13. So sorry to hear of Rocky’s passing. Rocky and I spent many hours talking and laughing about our life experiences. We also spent time discussing our work related issues while working at Texas A&M University. He was quick witted and could always make you laugh. He will be greatly missed. May God bless his family.

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