Onzlee Ware (January 4, 1954 – February 10, 2024) was an American politician and judge. A

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, he was elected to the

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in November 2003. He formerly represented the 11th District, which is made up of part of the City of Roanoke. He also served as the Minority Caucus Sergeant at Arms. In November 2013, Ware announced his resignation from the House of Delegates, citing family issues. Ware then became the chief judge for Roanoke County Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court, in the 23rd Judicial District of Virginia, sworn in on September 18, 2014. Ware died on February 10, 2024, at the age of 70.

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