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Candice Hayward Obituary
She was born Feb. 16, 1966, in Carbondale, the daughter of Marvin E. and Mary Sue (Moreland) Caraker.
She married Douglas E. Hayward on Aug. 3, 1991, in Cobden.
She was a member of First Presbyterian Church and worked with the youth group. She received her bachelor's degree from Southern Illinois University Carbondale in psychology and her master's degree from Eastern Illinois University. She served on the board at Sunrise Daycare Center in Anna and was the leader of her daughter's Girl Scout Troop.
She was employed at JAMP Educational District as a school psychologist.
She is survived by her husband, Doug Hayward of Anna; three children, Julia Marie, Mason Douglas and Susannah Paige Hayward; one brother, Jason Caraker and his wife, Brandi, of Cobden; parents, Marvin and Mary Sue Caraker of Cobden; father-in-law and stepmother-in-law, Roland L. and Linda J. Haward of Chillicothe; niece, Jade Marie Caraker of Cobden; other relatives and many friends.
She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Paul and Melicent Moreland; paternal grandparents, Phillip and Lona Caraker; mother-in-law, Susan K. Hayward; and cousin, Pam Richards.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 7, 2006, in Lutz and Rendleman Funeral Home in Anna, with the Rev. Dr. Anette Westermark officiating. Burial will be in Cobden Cemetery. Friends may call after 5 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2006, at Lutz and Rendleman Funeral Home in ann.
Memorial contributions may be made to the youth group at the Presbyterian Church in Cobden or Sunrise Daycare Center in Anna. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
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Memories and Condolences
for Candice Hayward
Lori (Hahn) Vogler
December 18, 2006
Doug, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your wife. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your children.
Illinois Family Partnership Network Southern Region
December 13, 2006
To Candi's family:
Our sincere condolences for the loss of someone so special. Candi was a dynamic role model for many including her peers and all who she worked with and came in contact with. We will remember her always.
Darline Johnson
December 13, 2006
My deepest Sympathy to all. I remember a time with Candi at a meeting in the Lodge at Giant City I was new to the area and Candi made me feel so welcome and comfortable. I remember her great smile and her red hair. She was so energetic and got everyone around her motivated.
God now holds her in the palm of His hand where she will forever spread His Love. She will always remain a part of many people's lives because of all the hearts she has touched.
God be with you always.
Wayne & Karen (Anita) Taylor-Lucatero
December 8, 2006
Dear Doug,
Karen and I are so deeply sorry for the loss of your wonderful wife Candi, and the loss of a sweet and caring mother to your children Julia, Mason and Susannah.
Julia is a dear and close friend to my step-daughter Anita and through that friendship, Anita felt very close to Candi.
I and Karen know that we have missed out on a chance to get to know Candi better. But please know that your beloved always had a smile and a quick joke and showed nothing but kindness to myself and my wife Karen. (Anita's Mom)
I have been thinking of the last time that I saw Candi. It was in the lunchroom at Anna Jr. High the night of the girls trip to North Carolina. I saw Cani standing there trying VERY hard to keep her group of girls together and on track. I looked at her and told her "You look like your having fun". She said back to me..."Yeah...RIGHT..." I told her better you then me. We both had a good hearted chuckle.
When Karen and I found out that Anita was in Candi's group for the trip, we both felt so much better because we knew that Candi would watch out for Anita and the other girls.
Just as you can be assured that Candi will forever be watching out for your beautiful children.
If Karen and I can do anything in anyway, please just ask.
Candice Barker
December 7, 2006
Dear Doug, Julia, Mason and Susannah,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of someone so dear to you. We pray the Lord will comfort you in this time of sorrow. Mason has always been a good friend to my son, Dylan. Know that we are here for you if you need anything.
Anthony, Candice and Dylan Barker and Family
Debra Hamel
December 7, 2006
My heart aches for this loss in this wonderful family. Candi and I worked together at Region II and periodically after she moved to Southern Illinois with Doug and her wonderful children. Candi always shared stories of Doug and the kids with me as that was what meant most to her. Candi was so fun loving as well as extremely intelligent. She was an asset to the field of School Psychology and devoted her life to helping children. Have contentment in the legacy Candi left behind; her loving family and her never tiring love for life.
Mary Anne Inman
December 7, 2006
My heart and prayers go out to the whole family. Though it has been years since I have seen Candi I remember what a wonderful person she was. My love to her family and friends at this time of need.
Consi Kubitz
December 7, 2006
Candi was a special lady and will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Her energy and joy for life filled a room with sunshine. Heaven has gained an Angel.
Marilyn Bosecker
December 6, 2006
My thoughts and prayers go out to Candi's Family. Candi was very dedicated and always had a smile to share with everyone. Candi will be missed by all.
Liz Warner
December 6, 2006
I worked with Candi at Region II in Edwardsville in the 1990's. She never had a discouraging word to say about anyone and never complained. She was fun and funny, and never pretencious or superficial. She was kind. A parent recently told me that Candi was the first professional to recognize that her daughter had autism at age 3. I'm sure she has helped so many others along the way, Candi we loved you and will miss you!
Vicky Rodgers
December 6, 2006
My prayers are with Candi's family. Not only did I work with Candi at the Regional Office of Education but we also shared the same birthday. Her presence, personality and loving smile made a difference in a long day at work for me and others. I will never forget her immediately coming to my side when I was involved in a motor vehicle accident on my lunch hour. Doug and family, I hope you find special comfort at this difficult time. She will remain in my heart forever!
Linda Schermer
December 6, 2006
Doug and children,
I shared an office with Candi at Region II. There were many wonderful times and hours spent together. No matter how hectic our lives got her smile brightened everyday. I shared each of your births and early years with your mom loving every story (even Doug breaking his tail bone rollerblading). While our lives had distanced us you were always in my heart. My thoughts, love, and prayers are with you.
Tammy Nance
December 6, 2006
My prayers goes out to the family of Candi. She was a warm, funny, loving person who was deeply devoted to her children and family. Godspeed,
Andi Laster
December 6, 2006
To the Hayward Family,
Candi had an amazing personality.
I worked with Candi, a little, at the Regional Office of Education. I always found her to be helpful, kind and encouraging. May her spirit live in your heart and may God be with you.
Andi Laster
Ginny Mears
December 6, 2006
My condolences goes out to all who loved this wonderful person. I have known her mother for years. What a great family!! My prayer's are with you. Ginny Mears
Jeanie Stahl
December 6, 2006
My prayers are with Candi's family. I went to high school with Candi and she was always so sweet. I'm so sorry to hear of this. May God be with her husband and children during this time of sorrow.
Shavonna Shipley
December 6, 2006
I worked with Candi for several years at the Regional Office of Education and admired her work. But over the years as I learned more about her personally, she touched me with her friendship and that is what I will cherish forever in my heart. Doug and family, my thoughts are with you during this time.
Robert Mezo
December 6, 2006
I worked with Candi at Madison County Region II in the 1990's. She was a delightful person who truly cared about kids! We who worked with her were blessed by her presence. My deepest sympathy to her family.
Kenny, Donna & Brent Taylor
December 6, 2006
Candi was a great help to me with the PBIS program at A-J and will be greatly missed. We will pray that you will feel peace and comfort at this time.
Cheryl Arington, Counselor Rose Gayle Pickett, Principal
December 6, 2006
The staff of Bennett Elementary School (Cairo)would like to express our sympathy during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Candi was instrumental in helping us to develop our PBIS program. Candi will be greatly missed.
Jane Baker
December 5, 2006
My Thoughts and Prayers for the Haward, Caraker & Moreland family. she was allways with a smile. I knew Candy as she grew up going to her uncles store with her mother, and then as we went to Cobden High School. I worked with you Doug at Country Fair in the bakery dept. years ago.
Cheryl Strahm
December 5, 2006
I will always remember Candi's wonderful personality and beautiful smile. She lived her life fully and well.
Iwanda DeBerry
December 5, 2006
I cry out with my whole heart.Psalms 119:145
We worked closely with Candi in the Special Education Department at Meridian CUSD 101, Mounds,IL. She was a people person... that met no strangers. She adored her family. She was always willing to go the extra mile. She will be greatly missed.
God Bless You.
IwandaDeBerry/JoAnn Holley
Meridian CUSD 101
Mounds, IL
Angie Battles
December 5, 2006
Candi was an awesome co-worker and friend. She loved her family with all her heart and was a very special individual. I pray that God will be very close to you all during this time of loss. Her friendship, fun loving attitude, dedication to education and beautiful smile will never be forgotten.
Rhonda Millis
December 5, 2006
It is so hard to believe that Candi is gone.I know she is in a better place. She will live in so many hearts forever. She was a beautiful person, inside and out!!
Kaare Jacobsen
December 5, 2006
My thoughts and prayers goes out everyone in the Hayward Family, during this loss.
Karen Taylor
December 5, 2006
Candi was a wonderful individual, always caring about others and being there for the kids. She was my daughters chaperone for the 7th grade trip to North Carolina and I remember watching them leave, being content with the thoughts that my daughter would be safe with her. We will miss you Candi. Special thoughts go out to Doug, Julia, Mason and Susannah.
Sandy Miller
December 5, 2006
Candi was a generous and loving friend. She always took time to give of herself no matter how busy she was. Heaven has truly gained and those left behind have lost. I loved working with her and will miss her.
Allene Houston
December 5, 2006
The staff at Emerson Elementary (Cairo) would like to express our deepest sympathy to the Hayward family. Candi will be missed.
Carla Lasley
December 5, 2006
Candi was a great person who helped our school become a more positive place for children to learn. She will be missed deeply.
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers here at District 110 in Fairview Heights.
David Goetting
December 5, 2006
I was in a School Law class with Candi this fall in Mt Vernon and she was a very nice and caring person she was a wonderful addition to the class. My sympaties go to her family and friends.
Sheri Holshouser
December 5, 2006
Candi was awesome. Her love for her family and her work made her an exceptional individual. Candi touched everyone she came in contact with. It is such a great loss to the community as well as her many friends and family. My deepest sympathies go out to everyone who knew her, especially Doug, Julia, Mason, and Susannah. May the Good Lord help us all in this time of grief for someone we loved so dearly. Goodbye Candi.
Kelly Hyde
December 5, 2006
I will always remember Candi's enthusiastic personality and positive attitude. I am sure she will be missed by many.
Phillip Weishaar
December 5, 2006
Candi was always so enthusiastic about about assuring that students with disabilities receive quality services. She has had a huge impact on services for students with disabilities in the southern part of the State. I will miss her smile.
Catherine Scott
December 5, 2006
I had a great deal of respect for Candi as an educational professional. I attended many workshops with her. She helped our district implement PBIS in our school--she sold the program to a skeptical group. She is in large part the reason we are having a better academic year.
I knew her to be a caring and enthusiastic professional. I did not know her well personally-but knew from our professional dealings that she had 3 children she was very close to. I remember that she was worried this summer when she had to leave them at home unattended due to meetings at Cairo.
Southern Illinois has lost a great educator in Candi Hayward--she will be greatly missed.
Keith and Kathy Pierce
December 5, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with Doug and his family during this extremely difficult time.
JoElla Basler
December 5, 2006
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
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