Fredrick Da'Shun Ware was presented as a gift from God to his parents Gregory Smith, Sr. and Monica Ware on August 31, 1984 in Monroe, Louisiana.  Fred was affectionately called Tedder by his family and close friends; however his Dad always referred to him by a special loving nickname "Cru".

Fred attended Charles A. Gill Elementary School and Bryan Adams High School in Dallas.  Fred developed a deep love for animals as a youngster.  This led to his dream job as a Veterinary Assistant at Bowman Animal Clinic; upon his departure from there he later worked at Man's Best Friend.

Fred loved his daughter.  She was the light of his life.  They would pass time by taking funny pictures and making witty videos.  He found joy in cracking jokes and making his loved ones laugh.  Fred had a sense of humor like no other and a smile that would light up a room.

Fredrick was proceeded in death by his maternal grandmother Loudilly Belton;  He leaves to cherish his memory his beloved daughter Talyn Joy Watson-Ware, a loving mother Monica Ware, father Gregory Smith, Sr.; 6 siblings, Ashanti Ware, D'ante Wilson, Savon Belton, Gregory Smith, Jr., Taylor Belton, Gerald Ware-Williams; 2 nieces, Morgan Ware and Triniti Ware, maternal grandfather, Fred Belton, Jr., paternal grandmothers, James D. Smith and Nancy Smith, significant other Tiffany Watson, a host of aunts, cousins, other relatives and friends.