Tyree James Ware

Tyree James Ware, the son of Shakia L. (Ware) White and Mar-Lin Minatee, was born on June 6, 1995 at 12:57 pm in Philadelphia. PA.

Tyree (usually called TJ) was educated in the Philadelphia Public School System and graduated from Mastery Charter School, where he made life-long friends. After high school he went to Trade School to become a certified HVAC Technician; he worked as an HVAC Tech for many years, which he loved. He possessed an entrepreneurial spirit and eventually created Honorable HVAC LLC. He worked for a couple of large corporations, and he also worked for himself doing different jobs with others. Everyone loved TJ because he had such a big heart and a kind spirit. He loved sports, but football was his favorite from a very young age. He played on different little league football teams in Philadelphia, and couldn’t wait to see his son, Aiden Tyree, on a little league football team of his own.

Anyone who knew Tyree heard him always talk about his son, who is his “identical twin.”

They look so much alike that it invites remarks from everyone. His son was his world, his fulfilled long-held dream. His love for his son was extremely deep, and he just wanted to be the best Dad he could be, guiding and teaching him life’s firsts. Aiden could not have asked for a more devoted Father.

Tyree enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, who he considered his extended family as well.

Tyree leaves to mourn, his son Aiden Tyree Ware, mother Shakia White, father Mar-Lin Minatee, step-parents Richard White and Kesha Minatee, brothers, Tariq Minatee, Anthony White, Ethan White, Tameer West, J-Lin Minatee, sister, Ra-Mya Minatee, grandmothers, Gloria Ware and Linda Patterson, uncles James Ware, Kevin Minatee, Marvin Minatee, close friends Julian Mosley, Bilal Butler, and many close cousins, relatives, and friends.

Many of you have asked how they can support Aiden Ware after the loss of his father Tyree Ware. If anyone wishes, to help with his future education and care can be sent via Cash App or Zelle.

Cash App: $Laphair75 -Shakia White (Ware)

Zelle: shakiawhite@outlook.com -Shakia White (Ware)

Please join Tyree's family on Friday December 19, 2025 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Delaware Valley Cremation Center, 7350 State Road, Philadelphia, PA 19136, for a gathering of remembrance in honoring and celebrating his life. A service for Tyree will begin at 7:00 pm, followed by time for refreshments and food, until 9:00pm. His family will be accessible to receive the loving comfort of your condolences, remembrance, and support throughout the evening.