Steven P. Ware DES PLAINES – Steven P. Ware, 61, died December 15, 2015. He was born Dec. 15, 1954 and raised in Des Plaines; attended D62 schools; and graduated from Maine West HS 1972. He continued his education by taking classes in music at Triton Jr. College. Steve was a musician and played trumpet across the U.S. with many different bands. He settled in Honolulu, HI, for 28 years; then lived in Las Vegas, NV, about 3 years before relocating back to Des Plaines in 2012. He is preceded in death by his parents, Arthur William and Marilyn Ware. He is survived by his siblings Lorrie, Jim, and Julie; the love of his life, Monica; and many nieces and nephews. Visitation Sunday, Dec. 20 from 3 to 9 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church of Des Plaines. Final Viewing, Monday, Dec. 21, 10 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church of Des Plaines. Interment at Acacia Park Cemetery. Family assisted by Christian Funeral Home 773-478-3240.