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J. CANDACE CLIFFORD
J. Candace Clifford passed away August 15, 2018 from brain cancer, age 57. She is survived by her mother, Mary Louise Clifford; brother, Christopher Clifford; niece, Chelsea Clifford and nephew, Jordan Clifford. Candace was a respected lighthouse historian and a premier lighthouse researcher, enthusiastic traveler, talented photographer and valued member of the Washington dance community. A celebration of her life through tributes, a potluck reception and dancing will be held at Glen Echo Park, Bumper Car Pavilion on Sunday, October 21, beginning at 11 a.m.
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Linda Dianto
September 8, 2024
A true lighthouse historian...
Linda Dianto
September 8, 2020
I know Candace is beaming down from the heavens ...may she Rest In Peace knowing she left an important lighthouse legacy !
Linda Dianto
September 8, 2019
Candice was recently honored posthumously at the National Lighthouse Museums 9th. Light Keepers Gala...
Her dedication to women in lighthouses has also inspired Elaine Austin, a watercolor artist, to create an exhibit that will open on September 24-October 20 at the National Lighthouse Museum, Staten Island, NY
Barbara McConnell
October 9, 2018
Candy was such a breath of fresh air and a pleasure to talk with. Her great laugh and the energy she gave off will be missed.
Barbara
April Havens
September 17, 2018
The Piney Point Lighthouse Museum and Historic Park extends it's sympathy to her family.
Candace and Phyllis at Point Wilson Lighthouse, Washington
Ralph Eshelman
September 17, 2018
I had the pleasure of working with Candace on many maritime related projects, primarily lighthouses, since the 1990s. What a wonderful friend and co-worker. The lighthouse community misses her friendly smile and eagerness to help others in her passion of lighthouse history and preservation.
Bridget Doerner
September 15, 2018
I am so sorry to hear of this loss, she was always helpful when I would write her and ask questions about lighthouses. I wish I had met her.
N. S.
September 15, 2018
My deepest sympathy to the Clifford family. Our Heavenly Father feels your pain and will comfort and strengthen you as you mourn the loss of your loved one. Psalm 94:17-19
September 15, 2018
Thomas Tag
September 15, 2018
She was a great partner in our lighthouse work and she is missed every day.
Linda Dianto
September 15, 2018
The National Lighthouse Museum extends its heartfelt sympathy to her family on the loss of a very special person. This is certainly a tremendous loss to the lighthouse world as Candace's knowledge and impeccable research skills were amazing. Her contributions in helping curate the content of the Museum will certainly remain as a legacy in her vibrant career...she will always remain a shining beacon in our eyes!
September 14, 2018
Candace was so friendly and a great help to us in New London, CT. Wish I could be at Glen Echo, Susan, New London Maritime Society
Jeremy
September 14, 2018
All of us in the lighthouse community feel a tremendous loss. Candace was such a bright light and she will be missed deeply.
Installing "Enduring Beacons" at Glen Echo
Nancy Hirschhorn
September 14, 2018
Pam
September 14, 2018
So sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort bring you peace. 1Cor. 2:3&4
September 14, 2018
It's always with heavy hearts that we send condolences. We can be comforted by knowing our loved one is precious in God's eyes, so He will comfort and support us at this time. Romans 15:13
Deane Nettles
September 14, 2018
Waltz on, Candace; a sweet woman for whom everything had so recently fallen into place, living a life that fit her perfectly. That it was possible is an inspiration.
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