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David Candler Obituary
A native and lifelong resident of Buncombe County, he was a son of the late Everette Jerome Candler and Hazel Phillips Candler. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Gerald Candler; sister-in-law, Doris Candler; and brother-in-law, Johnny Riddle.
David was a Regional Account Manager for General Mills until his retirement at age 60 following more than thirty years of service with General Mills. He loved his family and will be greatly missed.
Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 41 years, Cheryl G. Candler; son, John Candler and wife Lori; grandson, Grayden Candler; sister, Melba Riddle; brother, Gene Candler; sister-in-law, Brenda Candler; and nieces and nephews: Ronnie Riddle, Melanie Davis, Melina Chevalier, Carey Ballard, Leslie Smith, and Cassy Stout.
Graveside services will be held at 11 AM on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at Pisgah View Memorial Park with Rev. Ed Rice officiating.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his memory to the Asheville Humane Society, 14 Forever Friend Lane, Asheville, NC 28806, or online at ashevillehumane.org
Anders-Rice Funeral Home and Cremation Center is honored to serve the Candler family.
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Jeanette Grooms
October 22, 2024
Dear Cheryl,
I am so sorry for your loss. Your love and dedication to David has been very much noticed and admired, through the years I´ve known you. Please know you and the family will be in my thoughts and prayers in the days to come.
With Love
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Deborah Crowder
October 20, 2024
To those who knew, loved, and will miss David, may your favorite memory bring you a smile. Rest in peace cousin.
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