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How to comprehend the terrible symmetry that returned Candace Lee Williams to the place of her triumph, the World Trade Center? A 20-year-old student in the cooperative work-study program at Northeastern University in Boston, she toiled from January to June at Merrill Lynch as an intern on the 14th floor of 1 World Trade Center. "They loved her there so much, they took her out to dinner on her last day, and sent her home in a limousine," said her mother, Sherri. "Then they wrote Northeastern a letter saying, `Send us five more like Candace.'"
After finishing midterm exams in her June-to-December schedule, instead of returning home to Danbury, Conn., Ms. Williams agreed to meet her Northeastern roommate, Erin, at her home in California. "They'd rented a convertible preparing for the occasion, and Candace wanted her picture taken with that Hollywood sign," her mother said. So on Sept. 11 in Boston, Candace boarded Flight 11, which was then hijacked and sent crashing into the same trade center tower where she had worked. "The airline told us she was seated next to an 80-year-old grandmother on the plane," her mother said, "and I know that Candace was consoling that woman to the last."
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Tom H
September 9, 2023
Candace .. Today 9/9/23 coming up on the 22nd year from when some extremely bad individuals decided it was OK for them to take your life and so many others. To the family and friends of Candace ... please know that Candace will never be forgotten. Hearing about Candace's consoling nature makes me think that whenever you experience something cool or want to do something special for someone, share these moments with her ... the goosebumps you feel at that moment, sharing it with Candace, I believe is your 1-on-1 connection with her. I can feel that Candace was a very special person ! .. with much regards ...
Derek
September 4, 2021
Even though I never met you Candace, on this day in 2006, I found your story and your picture and you changed my life, no matter what, I am going to forever love you
Dan
June 5, 2021
Even though I never knew or met her, she looks like one of those friends who would help you and keep you going in life whatever would go on, I feel emotional sometimes to know you were took at such a short age cause you had a life ahead of you but your legacy is never forgotten, Rest peacefully.
McKell Swain
September 17, 2020
Candace seemed wonderful, like someone I would want to be friends with. So sad that she was taken too soon. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of her family and friends who still mourn this loss. We will never forget.
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Kindred Family
March 30, 2020
Heartfelt condolences to the family. Candace is still very sadly missed and will never be forgotten.
Alex
October 22, 2019
I miss writing to you, hope you are taking care of yourself in heaven. I had an okay October.
And I'm looking forward to the first Worldseries game tonight.
K
September 12, 2019
I happen to live in a house where your mother lived and I still have memorial stone with your name in my back yard by flag pole. I keep it up and light a candle every year. RIP you not forgotten.
September 3, 2019
Dear Candice,
The tragic events in Texas last month were really saddening. Like, the El Paso one and the Odessa shooting. And some young lives were taken too soon last week, one of which was a 15-year-old girl.
It almost mirrors your loss from 9/11.
I will think of you once that tragic anniversary comes, though.
June 10, 2019
Candace, its so sad to me that you died at 20 yrs. old on 9/11. You probably couldve been married, had a good career or had children if you were with us today. Im sure your parents miss you terribly.
September 13, 2018
You were only 20 all those years ago on 9/11. So young, so much promise ahead of you before that horrific day that took your life. You'd be 37, you'd probably have a wonderful career, a fantastic husband and family of your own. You were robbed of that but my faith tells me that you have much, much more in heaven and that gives me hope. Life is eternal and you entered eternity just a whole lot sooner than what is normally expected. But you are missed and grieved for by those of us left behind. And you are never to be forgotten.
Marcia Brewer
September 12, 2018
I recently visited NYC on a business trip, specifically in One World Trade Center. As I left the building I walked around the Memorial and took a quick photo. Yesterday, on 9/11, I looked at that photo, and the name that is most visible in my photo is Candace Lee Williams. I now have her name written on a post-it note in my office. So sorry for your loss. Candace is not forgotten.
Debbie Foxx
September 25, 2017
May you find comfort in knowing that Candace is safe in the memory of God, who will remember every detail about her and bring her back again.
Warm Regards
Debbie
Rebecca
August 30, 2017
Hi, I'm Rebecca from Shanley High School in Fargo and just wanted to write a quick note saying that I'm praying for everyone this sad loss affected. Even though I live far away from where this happened, the personal stories of Candace and many others has changed me so much. Please stay strong! My heart is with you and your family to this day, and just know that support is everywhere. <3
Del Newberry
August 16, 2017
Such a very sad story. I am praying for the friends and family of this beautiful young lady. May we all strive to be better people and carry on Candace's legacy in that way. Much love from Texas
Joerg &Family
April 9, 2017
We missyou
Derek
September 4, 2016
10 years ago today, you changed my life forever, I have never loved someone like I have loved you, I love you Candace
erin
September 14, 2015
never forgotten
September 13, 2015
Your light still shines brightly. 14 years later and you are not forgotten about and never will be. God bless you Candace.
September 11, 2015
Our thoughts are with you today.
Ryan
June 3, 2015
Candace. I did not meet you, at least not that I can remember. I didn't meet your mother or your brother or any of your close family sadly. But my mother, Ruth, has spoken of you before. She told me you where a college student going to meet someone that day, but that's not all she told me. She told me that you where also from Danbury. She said you where a beautiful young woman, caring and kind. People still speak highly of you, and your mother never stopped missing you that's sure for sure. God bless you, Candace!
~ A Poem for You ~
Never met you,
never heard you,
never got to know you,
outside of chit and chat and memories from the past. But I'll be sure give you a blessing or two you don't even have to ask.
Derek
March 5, 2015
Happy Birthday Candace Lee
September 15, 2014
I was honored to ride for you and those that were left behind ~ 9.11.2014
September 13, 2014
To Candace's brother Cory, I hope you will visit Northeastern University to see the beautiful grown tree we planted as a tiny sapling 13 years ago for Candace. We have never forgotten her and you would have been impressed that hundreds of faculty and students turned out for the yearly memorial service we hold for her each year. The memorial stone was replaced in 2007 and now describes Candace with a beautiful poem. I personally will never forget her.
Sharon Bruns, Professor NU
Lisa
September 11, 2014
We were classmates at Northeastern. Although, I didn't know her personally several of my friends did. Just wanted to say that I think of her every year and her memory lives on.
Tisa Keating
September 11, 2014
I visited your gave which I see that you and your mom are together again. I pray that the little old lady you sat next to on the plane was comforted by our smile. May you rest in peace.
Derek
September 4, 2014
on this day 8 years ago, you changed my life forever, I LOVE YOU CANDAACE
Jörg Schmidgen
September 10, 2013
Hallo Candace
Morgen ist wieder ein Tag den man rückgängig machen könnte,aber dies ist leider nicht möglich.Ich hoffe es geht dir und deiner Mutter gut,Gott hat im Himmel mehr macht als wie auf Erden.
In stillen Gedenken
Jörg und Familie
Pirna,Deutschland
Colleen Scalzo
April 7, 2013
Candice, I knew u from when you were just a baby, you were the most beautiful baby I've ever seen, and u grew into a beautiful woman, Inside and out, I grew up with your mom, love her always, the two of u will always be in my heart xoxo
Florence Osiecki-Allen
November 6, 2012
Just read all the info re: this beautiful young woman. My hometown is Danbury, but I moved away in '91 to beautiful upstate NY. My youngest daughter also went to Northeastern, and graduated Cum Laude, in spite of her parents divorce, thus the loss of her childhood home,and her very beloved Grandmas death. Thank you God that she is alive and well. My heart is overwhelmed with sorrow for the loss of this much loved young lady named Candace. I know her memory will live on, and pray that her family is well.
September 11, 2012
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Peggy Childers
September 9, 2012
To the family and friends of Candace Lee Williams:
Candace will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not allow those we lost on 9/11 be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you.
rogerio machi
June 22, 2012
god save you candace.
J.E.F.
April 12, 2012
The light of Candace shines brightly from heaven. Even after 10 1/2 years, she will never be forgotten. She is one of God's most beautiful angels now. I wish I had the profound priviledge in knowing Candace. To her loved ones, may the peace of the Lord be with you now and always. I will pray a Rosary in Candace's memory tonight.
March 6, 2012
3/5/12 Happy Birthday:) Think of you everyday. Keep 'a watchin' over us.
September 11, 2011
Gone But Never Forgotten! RIP Candace!
September 11, 2011
Rest in Peace Candace! I know you are looking down on us, we miss you so very much!
Ralph Duquette
September 11, 2011
Never met you but today I wear a yellow rose in your honor. May God continue to hold you in the palm of his hand.
RD NU '82
September 11, 2011
Ten years... you are so missed and so loved... your brother is down in the city remembering you with loved ones... Keep smiling down on everyone and keeping everyone safe and well guided...
Louis Memoli
September 11, 2011
Candace,
Thank you for being such a good friend and positive influence on my daugher, Lauren. You were like a second daughter to me and we miss you terribly. What a waste to have your precious life and glorious future sacraficed to some twisted political ideology.
Candice
September 10, 2011
Rest In Peace Candace! I think of you often. Keep smiling up there!!!
candice awalt
September 10, 2011
rest in peace candace. i will never forget you. keep smiling up there!!!
Nadine Quarello
September 9, 2011
May you rest in peace and god bless you.
Steve Willis
September 4, 2011
May you rest in peace Candace. You will always be in my prayers. God Bless You Sweetheart.
May 3, 2011
Doesn't make it any better... But at least they got him... I know your Mom is up there dancing and celebrating... Keep helping people smile down here... You do it so well...
David
May 1, 2011
Rest in peace darling, the man that caused your death is now dead.
Jörg
March 6, 2011
Hi Angel,
Happy birthday. We hope you are doing well where you are now. We often think of you. Lots of love - God bless your family and your friends.
In memory Jörg
March 5, 2011
Happy Birthday!!! You are still in the hearts of so many down here...
DEREK BOOTH
February 4, 2011
I THINK ABOUT U ALL THE TIME, U R SO BEAUTIFUL CANDACE.
Camille Sison
September 11, 2010
Thinking of you today, Candace. Keep that light shining down on us like you always have.
dorothy bednar (castiglioni)
September 11, 2010
i think of you often. you are in the thoughts and prayers of many who miss and love you.
Ashley
September 11, 2010
We will never forget you. Hope you are as successful in heaven as you were on earth. A true inspiration. Rest in Peace <3
September 11, 2010
Thinking of you today... Hopefully you are enjoying your Mom's company... I'm also thinking of Corey, knowing this year will be the hardest on him yet... Keep watching over everyone, I know that you are still working your magic from up there...
Michele (Askew) Gray
September 10, 2010
Candace,
As the 9th anniversary approaches I remember you and the thousands of others whose lives were all cut too short that day. I just learned of the passing of your mother as well, and I hope that you are together again sharing laughs.
You are not forgotten!
Casie LoveJoyy
August 26, 2010
Hello! Im doing a project on 9/11 and im going through the victims lost! You lost your life but not in vain! Your a beautiful young woman! You lost your life young but I will aways remember you! Its been 9 years but you'll never be forgotten! R.I.P angel!
Mateo Sesma
April 25, 2010
I'm from Barcelona, and I'm 14 years old, so I was a child when you die, but I can still remeber that I saw you in a magazine. It really impacted me. You were a beautiful person. Love you. Allways around us.
Derek Booth
January 6, 2010
I think about you all the time Candace. You were and will always be beautiful. You were only 20 years old and to young to die. I never got the chance to meet you and yet i feel as if i knew you Candace and i hope we get to meet each other one day. Candace you will always be in my heart.
September 11, 2009
candace eights years i love you sorry is have ever
Amanda
September 11, 2009
Eight years...still can't believe it. You are always in our thoughts and our prayers
~ A
September 11, 2009
Candace, I just wanted you to know that I haven't forgotten you. You are still one of the sweetest people I have ever had the good luck to have known, and the world is noticeably colder since you were taken from it.
Erin Harju
September 11, 2009
I miss you more each year that passes. I miss your smile, your laugh, your friendship... the way you lit up a room, the happiness you brought to so many. I wish everyday that you were here, sharing stories, laughing, watching terrible tv shows.. growing old together. I miss you so very much Candace Lee...
September 11, 2009
Thank you for all the good things you brought and continue to bring into my life. I miss you everyday.
Morgan
September 10, 2009
Candace,
Eight years?! It doesn't seem possible. It all seems like yesterday. You and the 2,000 plus people who left us that day Will never be forgotten. We miss you so much even if we didn't know you.
With love and respect,
September 10, 2009
I can't believe that it will be eight years tomorrow... I think of you often and of how you have affected my life... Please continue to watch over all that love you... I will be praying for Corey and your mom tomorrow and all of those that continue to miss you...
August 12, 2009
You continue to be a presence in my life... Keep a watchful eye over those who really need you... Open up hearts, create inspirations, foster love, just as you always did when you were here on earth... They need you now more than ever...
Morgan
July 23, 2009
Candace,
You are constantly being thought of. Remember that.
Morgan
April 13, 2009
I know I'm a day late but I hope that in Heaven you had the best Easter(Enjoy the chocolate bunnies)!!!
March 14, 2009
Goodbye may seem forever
Farewell is not the end
But in my heart's a memory
And there you will always be..
March 8, 2009
Went to see you on your birthday. The yellow rose looked so beautiful on the white snow. We think about you every day. Keep watching, keep guiding. We love you
Doug Abraham
March 5, 2009
Happy Birthday!!!
Beth Lewis
March 5, 2009
Happy Birthday!
xoxo
Erin Harju
March 5, 2009
Happy Birthday Can... I miss you and I love you so so much.
Morgan
October 24, 2008
Hi Candace.
You are always in my thoughts even though you were someone I never did meet. All of your true friends like Erin and Gianna really sound like they were the best people you could ask for. Even though you are not here YOU are the best person that a person could ask for!!! R.I.P ANGEL!!!!!!
Gianna
September 11, 2008
Candace, I have to tell you that you cracked me up the other day. I was watching the new 90210 (pathetic, I know) and all I could think of was me and you actually watching TV over the phone. Sitting silently through the show and then talking nonstop about what had happened during the commerical breaks! Only us! You are missed and loved, which is quite obvious from the number of visitors you get... I used to bring you flowers on this day evey year -- but now I have moved far away - and so please know - I have not forgotten!
Morgan
September 11, 2008
Hi Candace,
I am always going to wish i knew you but I never had the chance.And as this day comes and goes you are constantly being thought of.Remember that!!My heart goes out to you and your loved ones.I will never forget.WE WILL NEVER FORGET.
k g
September 11, 2008
hey... you never fail to amaze! you are still touching peoples lives! keep looking down on all of us and keeping us in line! miss you everyday!
xo
September 11, 2008
I saw your brother speak today, and your mother holding your picture and being from Newtown I just wanted to let you and your family know that even though we never knew each other, you are in our thoughts often, as neighbors.
R I
September 11, 2008
You were taken too soon, and my heart breaks for your family and friends and all the families of such tragic situations. May your family and friends find peace within your memory. You will never be forgotten- A friend From danbury
September 11, 2008
Candace,
We miss you and think of you always...the memories we've shared make me smile...we love you!
M
September 11, 2008
Remembering. I will never forget! May God bless your family and friends with grace and love.
Amanda
September 10, 2008
Hey Can,
Just thinking of you...keep looking over everyone down here :)
Amanda
dorothy castiglioni
September 10, 2008
hey candace!
you are often in my thoughts, especially this time of year. i truly believe you are around...looking over those you care about and love. you are a daughter, sister, grandaughter, best friend. you are an angel. you are missed.
love, dorothy
September 10, 2008
Tomorrow I will bring you your yellow rose. We think of you every day.
Keep watching over us.
Beth Lewis
September 10, 2008
My heart breaks every year at this time. I have on the necklace you gave me what seems like a lifetime ago. I've never known friendship like the one we had. I know you're watching over me, guiding me and laughing at me all the time. I love you and miss you every minute of every day.
July 8, 2008
I know its not your birthday, nor is it the anniversary of your journey to heaven. Its just today, like every other day. Thinking of you. Hey your brother graduated 2 weeks ago...it rained like crazy, but no matter.... he is now a DHS graduate:)
Morgan
March 27, 2008
Hi!!I did not know you but it feels like i did.You sound like an angel and now you are one in heaven.I am terribly sorry for the way your life ended.Rest In Peace,angel!!!!!!
ken
March 20, 2008
Hey girl havent spoke to you in a while. Just thought that I would say hi.
March 6, 2008
Stopped by yesterday to give you your yellow rose, but you know that don't you----you are always watching - looking down on us all. Miss you sweetie Think of you every day.
Doug Abraham
March 5, 2008
Happy Birthday!!!
Erin Harju
March 5, 2008
Hello my sunshine,
Stopping in to wish you Happy Birthday. As always, thinking of you on your special day, and wondering what kind of fun we would be having if you were here. Always in my thoughts...
Erin
kristy gray
March 5, 2008
hello my friend... happy birthday... sometimes it's hard to believe that as much time as passed as it has, because it seems like you just left us yesterday. You are never far from my thoughts and I know you are looking down, taking care of us all! I miss you everyday! love always kristy
Gladys Demson
November 11, 2007
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2007
Stacey Williams
October 5, 2007
I have been thinking of you all the time sence the tragidy. You and I had only met a couple of times, but you ment the world to my husband,your cousin Keith. We love you and miss you dearly. You are always with us in our hearts! We love you Candice. Gods bless you !
Love Your cousin,
Erin Harju
September 11, 2007
I can't believe its been 6 whole years already. I miss you more and more as each year passes, but I'm truly grateful for all the memories, which I will cherish forever. Thank you for all you continue to do up there....You are amazing... We all miss you very much.
Melissa
September 11, 2007
Candace,
I never really knew you personally but my aunt whom knew you very well plus she was a very close friend to your mother, I still remember that day even still remember plus my aunt was telling me how great you are and many more! I do feel bad for your family... Also on this day and the year of 2001 was my cousin 60th B-day so yes it was a sad B-Day for her! And now she is 66yrs old also 9/11 will always be remembers to me not just because of what happen it also because it my cousin's B-day!
God Bless!
Michele (Askew) Gray
September 11, 2007
I can't believe that 6 years has past. I think back to that horrific day as I was on co-op at State Street Corp. in Boston. As we watched the news unfold on CNN, we silently looked out over Logan Airport. Growing up in NJ only an hour from NYC, my greatest fear was the number of friends who were lost that day. It wasn't until several days after the attacks, while viewing pictures of the victims that I came across Candace's picture. I was speachless as I stared at the screen. I shared several classes freshman year with Candace and Erin and although we were not close friends I could (and still do) feel the loss of her. As I was reading through the other memories left in this guest book, a smile came over my face reading Meghan McGovern's posting. I too can still picture Candace sitting in class with her baseball cap! Although you are gone, you are not forgotten.
My condolences to the Williams' family.
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