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Candace Elaine Washington-Cisneros
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Candace Washington-Cisneros Obituary
Mrs. Cisneros was born June 28, 1969, in Marshall, and died June 20, 2011. Viewing was 7-8:30 p.m. Friday, June 24, 2011, at the church.
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Shamica Shamica
February 12, 2017
Candace you were a very sweet person,i will never forget you invited me over for dinner, you made one of my favorite dishes ( dressing ) it was so good! ANTHONY allways spoke very highly of you. RIH
"Daughter"
August 15, 2011
Mom,
Its been nearly 2 months and I'm still struggling very hard to accept that you have gone home.
I know that God makes no mistakes but he took something that was so dear to me. Someone that can never be replaced or duplicated. I struggle everyday with the thought that one day you are gonna come by or call me and tell me that you are back in town. This all seems like a dream.
Mom, love you more than I could ever express and only God knows how I love you. I not only lost my Mom but my best friend in the entire world. I can no longer call you when I need some cooking instructions nor just to hear you say "Daughter" in your loving and gentle voice. Its the little things that I miss so much.
I'm trying so hard to be strong but you were my strength and push power. I just miss you so much.
To see my kids hurt because you aren't with us anymore, ripes my heart to pieces. They knew that when they couldn't count on anyone else, they could count on "Granny". I havent even been able to bring myself to spank them since you been gone because all I can hear is you telling me, "just give him another try"...(LOL) Again, showing your unconditional love.
I never thought that I would loose you so soon but I know now that God had a different plan for us. At times when I cry and feel that I can't make it on my own, I can feel the gentle touch of your hands and picture you just looking at me and holding my hand until I finished and then telling me "everything is was gonna be ok because I'm are in God's hands".
Mom, I just dont know what to say or do but I know that you are watching over me and the kids. Please keep us strong and continue to try and live our lives like you wanted us to. At times like this, its so easy to get off track but we are trying to be like you and stay strong with our faith.
Everytime I think of you, I replay your last days in the hospital and how I had so many emotions flowing through me. Lots of laughter and lots of tears. I cried from saddness and hurt but I laughed because even though you were ill, you said and did things to make me laugh.
More than anything else, I can remember your mouth moving and telling me "I Love You too". That will forever stay with me.
I love you Momma and you will forever be in my heart!
Renee Fox
July 28, 2011
Candace,
It has taken me this long to write this because I have had a hard time excepting your passing. So much so that it has challenged my faith.
The God I serve is a healer and a God of miracles. I stood in prayer for your healing as I know many others did. I held on to God's word that "healing is the children’s bread".
I know that God doesn't make mistakes. He chose to take you home for a reason. I may never fully understand why or his timing but I know that all things work together for the good of those who love him.
I had told you on more than one occasion I didn't know why God suffered me to come to work at DD only to be fired. I truly believe it was because of you.
Few people have the opportunity to experience true friendship. You were one of the few genuine friends that I have ever had. I will forever remember your telling me "Renee', I am not a fair-weather friend I am real and you can count on me". From that day forward you were always there for me giving me encouragement, even when you were battling thru your illness.
You were a beautiful spirit with a smile that lit up the room and warmed the soul. You were genuine, real and full of love, the epitome of a true Christian. You talked the talk and God knows you walked the walk.
You made an impression on every life that you came in contact with. I can only hope that the same can be said about me.
The unselfish love for my daughter and the giving of you and Michael to my grandson's charity was just an example of who you really were.
My heart is truly grieved that I didn't have the opportunity to say goodbye. I am however, encouraged that I will have the opportunity to see you again.
I know that you have received your crown and robe and are in your new home in glory. You have heard the most important words that anyone can ever hear "Well done thy good and faithful servant".
I believe that what we do on earth plays a very important factor in what we will do in eternity. I see you in heaven having a most important job.
I know by now you have had the pleasure to meet my grandson Jacob. He was one of the first to welcome you to your knew home.
Candace, I love you dearly and miss you greatly.
I will continue to keep Michael, LaTonda, Joshua, Isaiah and your entire family in prayer.
Until we meet again "My Friend"
Sharon Williams
July 18, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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Debra Washington
July 12, 2011
To my darlin sister I love and miss you so much I ache from the pain. You meant the world to me. I love you. You are gone but I promise you will never be forgotten. "We Baby" we love you so much
Jennifer Simpson Black
July 7, 2011
I worked with Candace while at Pro Staff a few years ago. I learned of her passing this morning. Even though I had not spoken with her in a year or so she was an amazing, friendly, and thoughtful person. She truly loved recruiting and helping people. Anyone that knew her knew instantly how amazing she was. Very sad to hear of her passing. Jennifer Simpson Black
Deirdre Jones
June 30, 2011
Latonda & Michael God has chosen another Angel to come work for him. I know she is still with us in Spirit. I will always remember her smile and open heart. May God continue to be your guide and strength.
Tawanna Denise & Ronnie J Brown
June 29, 2011
Latonda & Michael God has picked another flower for his garden. Candace is now heavenly bound. Look towards the hills in which cometh your help, for your help is from the Lord. Take comfort in knowing now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. Keep your faith in God and never let go of his unchanging hand. Look to him on your troubling days and we pray that he will forever comfort you all. Know that he will never leave you nor forsake you. We love you all.
Ella Potter-Williams
June 28, 2011
LaTonda my thoughts and prayers are with you, Michael and family. I am so sorry for your lost. Candace was such a caring and giving person; she truly will be missed so very much. God speed Candace -
June 28, 2011
Dearest Bro. Michael.
We are keeping you lifted up in prayer. While we may not fully understand why things happen as they do, we KNOW the Lord and that everything that happens, happens for a reason as well as for HIs purpose. May it bring you comfort to know that He will provide you the strength you need in order to make it through this challenging time. In His Love, Your GACC Family members, Kelvin & Linda (Rowlett, TX)
Wayne Stewart
June 28, 2011
Brother Michael, The beauty of God's most Holy gift of two people, that of Marrage, could be clearly seen in Candace and You. The Love you had for each other radiated out to others. Love, respect, dedication, and service describe both of you. I hope this gives you something to smile about our Dear Sister Candace was so very happy with her marrage to you she wanted others to be that happy too and she would play the " Match Maker. " I know her dear soul is up to something in " Paradise ". Much Love to You and The Familys Your Brother in Christ, Wayne Stewart
Cassey Jones
June 27, 2011
Michael and Family! I am soo sorry for your loss. Getting to know Candace, was a great blessing in life and she will forever be missed, but not forgotten!! Please take care! Michael and Cassey Jones (from Delta Dallas)
Renee Hart
June 27, 2011
Michael and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I pray that God will wrap his loving arms around you and give you comfort that she is at peace....Renee Hart ( Rowlett, Texas, GACC)
June 27, 2011
The peace and comfort of GOD our FATHER, and the LORD JESUS CHRIST be with you. The Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church Marshall.
Gloria Mitchell
June 26, 2011
May God continue to be with your family. You will be greatly missed. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Enjoy your rest.
June 26, 2011
CANDACE, YOU WILL BE MISSED BY EVERYONE YOU TOUCH WE LOVED YOU AND MAY GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY JOYCE GRAHAM MCDONALD, DESOTO,TEXAS
Angela Jackson
June 25, 2011
May God keep you in your time of loss. Micheal may God be with you!
Shirley C. Jones
June 25, 2011
Dear Family,
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I had the privilege of serving as Candace's junior high principal for two years. Candace was one of the sweetest, most pleasant students I have ever known in my forty years in education. She valued education and loved her family.
It is with great saddness that we say farewell to such a worthy human being whose life was cut too short.
May Our Father wrap you in His arms of comfort during this time of great loss!
With deepest sympathy,
Shawn Webb
June 25, 2011
God continue to be the light in which the family seeks in their time of mourning. I am truly sorry for our loss and this comes from the the Webb family (Shawn Webb , Charles Webb, and Patrick Webb). I will continue to lift this family up in Prayer.....Shawn Webb (Class of !987)
Demetria McFarland
June 25, 2011
GOD, continue to comfort the Washington family for such a time as this, in your Son Jesus name I pray.
Blair and Rosa Clark
June 25, 2011
Candace's sweet and gentle spirit and her warm smile will be sorely missed. May God continue to strengthen the Washington and Cisneros families during their time of bereavement. We know you loved her, but God loved her more. We will continue to support you as a Church Family.
Joycelyn Brown
June 25, 2011
You were such a sweet person,Rest in Peace
Ron/Prince Brown
June 25, 2011
Our hearts are never prepared for the loss of those we love, but God's gentle spirit of comfort makes it bearable.
We are sorry for the loss of this special sister in Christ and your loved one. May you allow God to comfort you at this time of sorry.
Peggy Sostand
June 24, 2011
Candace, your gentle smile and your benevolent spirit will be missed. God knows his children and they answer when he calls them. He didn't allow you to suffer, so he gently whispered in your ear to not be afraid. Earth needs more angels like you. Love you Sis.
Darryl & Sonya Batts
June 24, 2011
Our prayers are with you and your family. Candace will be greatly missed. We will always remember her kind and sweet spirit and her beautiful smile. Trust in God! He will bring you peace and comfort.
Pamela Miller
June 24, 2011
To know Candace was to love Candace! We were dear friends for over 10 years and she and her entire family will forever be dear 2 me. Keep God close and he will comfort you and give u the strength 2 endure your pain! I love u all!
Bernice Henley
June 24, 2011
My prayers and deepest sympathy goes out to the family! May the Lord comfort you during this difficult time!
Isha Zeno
June 24, 2011
My Sister in Christ Candace,
A Christian, wife and role model that I have learned touched so many! I draw from your strength and the family's strength. May God continue to comfort and bless this family as the awesome memories continue to teach!
In His Name,
Isha Zeno
Angela Washington Bradley
June 24, 2011
Candace, the light of this candle reminds me of your bright and beautiful smile that you shared with everyone you encountered. You will be greatly missed by family and friends. You have left many loved ones behind but you are now in the presence of ones that you never met here on earth.I know that you are in the arms of the best support group ever. Spread your wings and continue to watch over your family as you have always done.
Coleen Washington Gaskin
June 24, 2011
Everything happpens in life for a reason. GOD gave Candace an early start so that she could live a full life. She was a mother, grandmother, and wife at her tender age. She had it all. Take comfort in knowing how GOD truly blessed her life.
Caronda Clough-Brown
June 24, 2011
Candance you will forever live in our hearts. Though we are sad we know God only calls the deserving and he makes no mistakes. May you take up your wings and fly to eternal peace. Love you much!
Stephanie McGee
June 24, 2011
I used to tell Candace that she was 4 feet tall--even in high heels (mainly because she was one of the 3 people on the planet shorter than I am; but also because that warm little laugh of hers brightened up our clarinet section). Well, if she was 4 feet tall, then she was 3 feet of heart with a foot high smile.
I pray that in those moments when your hearts need comforting, you will IMMEDIATELY remember her as the bundle of joyous energy that she always was.
To quote the old hymn, "Till we meet at Jesus' feet...God be with you" till we all meet her again.
Gina Bradley
June 24, 2011
To The Washington Cisneros Family: Candace was a very true and dear friend. She will truly be missed. I have known her since her LOMAS Mortgage days when LaTonda was a little girl her and my daughter played together. Candace was a lovely person, small but had a BIG heart. I will miss you. Friends Forever
CLARENCE DODD
June 24, 2011
TO CANDACE',FAMILY I WANT TO SEND MY CONDOLENCES,AND YOU KNOW THAT GOD MAKES NO MISTAKES,AND THAT THERE AN ANGEL WATCHING OVER,ALL OF YOU.HER LOVE FOR YOU WAS NEVER ENDING.CLARENCE DODD AND FAMILY.
Terri Tipton
June 24, 2011
Candace-Truly one of the nicest people I have ever met. I can't imagine Michael without his Candace.
You will be missed.
My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Krisantha Bryant
June 24, 2011
Candace was a great mentor while I worked with her & I'm so grateful for the 2 years I had to get to know her. She was such a sweet, sweet person whose light shined everywhere she went. Anyone who knew Candace knows that she shared God's love with every person she met... not necessarily by always speaking the word of God, but by LIVING the word of God. Love God & Love others--- she truly understood it's that simple and her actions showed that.
My thoughts and prayers go out to Michael & the rest of Candace's family/friends.
Chauquetta Thomas
June 24, 2011
When I think of Candace, the first thing I see is her beautiful smile. May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort Candace’s family and friends now and in the days ahead. When I started school in Marshall in the 10th grade, the first person to greet me on the bus was Candace. Candace was a little lady back then and I remember her getting some information from me and when I told her why I moved to Marshall and who my Step-Father would be, she went on to inform me that I would be her cousin. When I looked around I saw a bunch of kids that looked like Candace. Candace told me who everybody was and I could see then how much she loved her family. I remember those 4 inch heels she wore every day, her buying Latonda a bag of Cheetos every day, marching around in band all day, and also how much fun we had in French Class. Most of all I will always remember Candace’s laugh and big beautiful smile.
Melissa Johnson
June 24, 2011
There are no words to explain the deep impact felt from the loss of Candace and impact she had on my life and I am certain the lives of countless others. My friend you will be greatly missed. I love you! My condolences go out to all of your friends and family!
Melissa
Tabitha Woods
June 24, 2011
Candace, I already miss you. Knowing you has made such a difference in my life. You made a difference EVERYWHERE you went. I know you are watching over your family and I am praying daily for them. I can't wait to see you again on the other side of Glory.
Cecile Webster
June 24, 2011
Delta Dallas friends: Cecile, Melissa, and Dana - Accepting Awards 2011
Cecile Webster
June 24, 2011
Michael and Candace @ MAPC 2011 Awards
Cecile Webster
June 24, 2011
Cecile Webster
June 24, 2011
Cecile Webster
June 24, 2011
My thoughts & prayers go out to Candace's family & friends. I know this is a tough time for all of us, but she truly is with the Angels from heaven above shining her light down upon us. We love you and she will be missed.
Cecile Webster
June 24, 2011
Strong, loyal, assertive, confident, professional, nurturing but MOST OF ALL a child of God – a TRUE CHRISTIAN!!! As I think back I always question why God places certain people in my life and, if I never knew before, I truly know now. Candace was a blessing for me personally, professionally and spiritually. She would always start the day asking me, “Did you eat your oatmeal and take your blood pressure medicine?” As we grew stronger together in our personal friendship, she helped me grow in my professional career and spiritual walk. Candace was a firecracker who told it like it was and always stood her ground and, for that, I respected her even more. No matter what she may have been going through or how she was feeling, Candace always remained positive, smiling and reminding me personally to turn to God, pray and keep the faith during troubling or stressful times (Believe). Philippians 4:13 says “I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me, “and Candace would encourage me daily. In the last 6 months, we shared daily devotionals and that is truly one aspect I will miss doing with her.
Candace was not just a Christian dedicating work to God but a dedicated Recruiting professional even up until her last days – serious and focused – reminding me at times of my militant father. When the office, we even questioned was she working because she was always so quiet in her delivery but powerful in her results. BUT, she had another side that always filled my spirit with her smile, feisty attitude and “Oh my goodness” great cooking that her and Michael would fix, from the barbeque chopped beef sandwich & sausage on a stick to organic grilled chicken and sprinkles of chile con limon over various fruits & vegetables. With Candace, I knew that God was first in her life but home and family were just important.
I have Candace to thank for helping me achieve my professional goals because she never was selfish in teaching me the things I know today – making me just as successful as she was. Candace is more than a colleague – more than a friend – more than my Godly sister, but she is my mother away from home that I could turn to in the cubicle next to me and talk to her about the good and the bad and she would offer her advice (not always what you wanted to hear but definitely true advice that she offered). I know she loved being around people because she said to me in the last couple of weeks, “I am ready to come back but just as soon as I gather a little more strength and then weight,” chuckling softly. Her last words that stand out to me were, “I am at peace no matter what happens.” I will truly miss her as many of her brothers and sisters will too but I know she is in a better place. All her pain is gone and she’s now at rest. There are no more troubles or burdens laid upon her heart. Yes we are sad, yes we are filled with grief and sorrow but I know we will connect with her again and see her beautiful smile at the Lord’s throne. “For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him shall have everlasting life, “(John 3:16)
In closing I would say the following:
If I could bring you back again,
For one more hour or day,
I’d express all my unspoken love;
I’d have countless things to say.
If I could bring you back again,
I’d say I treasured you,
And that your presence in my life
Meant more than I ever knew.
If I could bring you back again,
To tell you what I should,
You’d know how much I miss you now,
And if I could, I would.
*Now I know why she came in my life even for a short season….I love you, I miss you, and I will see you on the other side!!!!
Tamara gant
June 24, 2011
I am so sorry I won't be able to be there for Candace's services but everything that people have said is true--she was always open, honest and nice. She truly looked fantastic at our 20th reunion nearly 4 years ago and I'm so glad I got to see her. I'll never forget her--and the craziness we went through in French Class 101! LOL
June 24, 2011
Condelences to the family,Candace was a nice person allways had a friendly smile on her face.She's one of gods Angel now she will be truely missed.
Angela Powell & Family
June 24, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Candace, it was just like yesterday I saw you and we discuss old times and old friends. You will be missed and remembered, again condolences to the family. Walter Crowder
Blenda Marsh Brantley
June 24, 2011
May your light continue to glow to guide us through this place until we meet again...Love you, Girl
June 24, 2011
May the Lord strengthen and comfort the family. You will be in our prayers.
Corey and Kenda Nickerson
Garland Texas
DAVID ROSS
June 24, 2011
FROM THE ROSS FAMILY,WE ARE GOING TO MISS CANDACE ,VERY MUCH.I KNOW SHE IS WATCHING,OVER HER FAMILY.GOD BLESS YOU ALL DEBRA,AND YOUR WHOLE FAMILY.
Marquita Allen
June 24, 2011
Me and brittan are going to miss you sooooo much.. R.I.P sweet lady :)
Ronetta Williams-Campbell
June 24, 2011
Condolences to the family. Candace was an amazing and beautiful woman inside and out. She will be dearly missed, but NEVER forgotten.
Ramsey & Shaunte Cooper
June 24, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Candace's family. I will forever remember her smile because it was always so electrifying. My special pray for her family is to “Cast your cares on the LORD and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous fall.” Psalm 55:22
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