Candice Ann Russell

Candice: Beautiful, Creative, Fearless, and Giving

Candice Russell, one of God´s most unique creations, was a candle not burning from both ends but from its center, a woman with more style than you could find strolling down the Champs Élysée on a September Sunday. Candice packed enough energy in her slender frame to force a Red Bull retire-gasping-to an EZ-Boy recliner with a bag of chips. Candice re-defined good looking. When the Hubble space telescope was first sent into orbit its vision was blurry and needed correction. Once corrected what you could see through it opened new worlds. The first time Candice stood beside me I experienced something similar, the world opened up, its depth became apparent and radiant beauty shone in every thing and through everyone. When I really think about her I realize Candice was a concept beyond conception. We all owe her a debt of gratitude for expanding the potential of our own being.

My Candio. The world was not big enough to hold you. Your wings and beautiful soul could not tethered. From the day you were born, I was there. Your incredible way of just saying things that needed to be said, but in the most honest and hilarious way. You were truly a sould out of time. You can see all the beautiful places your heart framed of. You can save everyone from where you are now. You were a gift to me. Laughing with you about cornflakes with ice cream. Hearing you ski-skat-skoot me "Domino" songs. We are all so blessed to have had you for the way too brief moment you were stuck on earth. I can only imagine the amazing outfits you have been wearing. All most certainly with roller skates and Grandma is saying "oh Fer Cute Candice Ann". I will NEVER not cry when I hear Candy-O and that's okay. Because you will be with me in that moment. I loves you cuzzle. Skit skat skoodle dee Domino

Oh Candio, I'll miss you calling me Heathio. I'll miss your amazing smile! I'll miss you skeet-skoot-skatting songs around the house. I'll miss your genuine love & harmony. I am thankful for the awesome friendship we shared and adventures we went on & all the times we lived together. You taught me to live in the moment, appreciate nature, be mindful of others feelings and even how to meditate. Your light was so bright it filled every space you entered!! I will miss you my cousin & friend. Take care of Meadow & Olive for me. And say hi to gma & gpa. I love you always & forever. -Heathio

Most of my memories are from younger years but not faded in the least... Rest in Peace Chopper... Just know that my Pa is there & will be waiting with an ice cold pop for breakfast & waiting to take ya to Valley Fair! I loved how my Pa teased Neke, Heather & Angie when they were crying & crabby... One Tiny mention of picking up his "other girls - Jessie & Chopper" to go to Valley Fair for Fabulous Day...
Always fixed things right up!
We have a big soft spot for ya in our hearts & I hope my Pa's wisdom & protection heals your soul for the next journey...

I can only hope that her sweet, kind,and creative soul is now shining brighter than ever. I will remember her always. We are the family that took in her kitty a few years back. I am happy to say that he is still with us and living his very best life.
Love ,
Aaron, Erin, and Greta Hinds

Sweet, lovable Candice. Rest in peace

To my beautiful soul sister Candice Ann, this has been the greatest loss suffered thus far in life. I will be forever missing our bond and connection, your smile, our laughs, and the way you always smelt so earthy. I pray you are at peace, and I know you have the comfort of Grandma now. Until I see your beautiful face again Chopper! I love you so much!

I could never forget Candice! She was a beautiful soul who lit up a room and was so creative! I am honored to have known her.

She was a beautiful soul. She went to school with my son Justin and she will be deeply missed..