Photo courtesy of Markiewicz Funeral Home, P.C. - Lemont
Lemont, Illinois
Apr 1, 1928 – Sep 15, 2021 (Age 93)
Gus Candilas, age 93, passed away comfortably and peacefully September 15, 2021. Loving husband of the late Marie, née Mixtacki, Candilas; He was the last surviving of seven siblings. Cherished brother-in-law of the late Veronica Mixtacki; dear uncle of the late Michael (late Sharon) Hajik, and the late Gloria Hajik, Brian (fiancée Lori Fimoff) Hajik, Mark (Lisa) Hajik, Ethan and Alec, Sharon (Randy) Riley, Steven (Kyra) Forster, Matt Riley, Mike (Amanda) Riley. Also survived by many other cousins, nieces, and nephews. He was a proud veteran, serving with the U.S. Army in Korea, where he earned the nickname “Corporal Cadillac.” After the war, he traveled the world, working as a heavy machinery mechanic. He later retired from working for the Village of Brookfield, IL where he continued his trade. During his retirement years, Gus enjoyed working on his Ford Model A truck and taking care of his property in Lemont. Visitation Tuesday, September 21, 2021 from 10:30 a.m. until time of closing prayers at 12:15 p.m. at Markiewicz Funeral Home, P.C. 108 Illinois St, Lemont, IL 60439. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery, Calumet City, IL. Info: Markiewicz Funeral Home, P.C. 630-257-6363 or www.markiewiczfh.com
Read MoreJust found out about your passing. Now you and my dad, your brother George, are finally back together with the rest of the family. Rest in peace dear Uncle.
Barbara Candilas-Brown
January 20, 2022 | Portage, IN | Family
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Roger Smith
September 27, 2021 | Portage, IN | Family
Uncle Gus - the strongest gentleman I will always know. You have been around since I can remember including before me with stories from the past! Built strong, smart, and loving. I know Aunt Marie welcomes you in heaven with open arms! Fixing tanks to erecting cranes to fixing your Ford you and your stories of the past will always have a place in my heart! Hopefully that 357 you always talked about get some rounds through it!
Michael Riley
September 19, 2021 | Chicago, IL | Family
We will miss you Uncle Gus, you are now again with Aunt Marie and my mother Bernice.
Please rest peasefully, Mike and Jeannie and family.
Michael Sciortino
September 17, 2021 | Arlington Heights, IL | Family
