Lavina Ware, 70, of Chillicothe, passed 10:02 a.m. Monday, September 1, 2025 in CareCore at Westmoreland following an extended illness.

She was born July 4, 1955 in Chillicothe to the late John W. and Clara A. (Long) Ware.

Surviving is a daughter, Penny Ware, of Chillicothe; sisters, Beverly Frey, Janet Shipley and Cookie Ware, all of Chillicothe.  She was predeceased by her soulmate Charlie Hopkins.

In lieu of flowers, family request, memorial contributions be made to the Ware Funeral Home to help with expenses.

There will be no funeral service or calling hours. Arrangements are under the direction of the WARE FUNERAL HOME.

You may sign her online memorial at www.warefh.com