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John Candiano Obituary
- - John Candiano "Jack Candy", 76, a local entertainer, died Monday, January 22, 2018, at Jersey Shore Medical Center, Neptune. Jack Candy grew up in Asbury Park, attended Holy Spirit School, and graduated Asbury Park High School.
Jack was a piano prodigy at age 6 and was playing gigs at age 13.
He was an extraordinary piano player, organist, and vocalist! During the 60s he moved to Wappingers Falls, NY, and performed for many years throughout the Hudson Valley, where he also gave piano lessons to hundreds of students.
During the 80s Jack returned to performing all along the Jersey Shore, spending 8 years entertaining at Anthony's in Brielle.
Jack spent a lifetime sharing his talent, charissma, and music with live audiences everywhere!
Surviving are his life partner, Karen A. Hedden, a sister, Patricia Candiano, a daughter, Lisa Perantoni and her husband, David Perantoni, two grand-daughters, Caitlyn Perantoni and Nicole Perantoni, and a step-son, Robert MacDonald.
Visitation will be on Thursday from 5-8pm in Buckley Funeral Home 509 Second Ave. Asbury Park NJ 07712. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday at 11 am in Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church Asbury and Pine St., Asbury Park. Cemetery Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers consider a donation in John Candiano's name to the Rogosin Kidney Institute, Dev. Off., 504-505 E 74th St. Suite 1W, New York City, NY 10021. For Condolences please visit www.Buckleyfuneralhome.net.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Candiano
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Margaret Walsh
January 17, 2025
Jack, I miss hearing the piano from down the hall. I miss how you greeted me in the morning, you were always so kind. Rest easy my friend.
larry hazard
February 23, 2023
Jack was an extraordinary pianist. He was a longtime member of local 238 291 Am Federation of Musicians. Larry Hazard .President (member since 1973).
Kathie Baggerman
January 29, 2018
It is with great sadness that I write these words. Jack was a joy to listen to as a musician and friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with Karen and his family and all his friends. We will miss him dearly. My comfort is in the beautiful music he left behind and knowing that he is with The Lord, and we'll see him again one day. Hope he's having some fantastic jam sessions up there! Kathie & Louis Baggerman
Lisa Candiano-Perantoni
January 27, 2018
I would like to thank you all for your kind words, thoughts, and prayers. You have gotten me through these last difficult days. Knowing that my dad was loved by so many comforts my heart. He has left us all with such beautiful memories that will sustain us until we are together again.
Daddy, I am going to miss our nightly phone calls. I know you hung in there, so sick and in pain, because you were not only a fighter, but you worried about leaving your loved ones behind. Don't worry anymore. I know you are our angel in heaven and you will watch over my little girls. I hope that you are singing with the King of Kings right now. I love you and know that we will be together again one day. Love you, your little girl.
Eric McMahon
January 26, 2018
This sad news brings me back so many years to childhood memories of piano lessons with Jack! I was always so humbled at how great he was and how easy he made it look! What charisma and what a great man. My condolences to Robert and Lisa. RIP Jack Candy
Rich Cullen
January 26, 2018
Throughout the years Jack brought so much musical joy to the Hudson Valley. He was truly a great musician, and a true gentleman. He will be missed.
January 25, 2018
My condolences to the Candiano family.Jack was the top entertainer of the Hudson Valley Area for many years.His musicianship will be missed greatly.Larry Hazard Organist,Pianist.Music Educator,Music Minister@The Reformed Church of Beacon,N.Y.,and President Local 238-291Am.Federation of Musicians P.K.,N.Y.
Frank Gspann
January 25, 2018
My condolences to Karen, Patricia and the entire extended Candiano Family and Friends. Jack was my friend. And now he is a song.."Just to Sad to Write"
Donna Stackhouse
January 25, 2018
Our condolences, prayers and hugs to the Candiano family. Jack was a wonderful gentleman and we were so glad he was a part of our family. We have great memories of him. God bless- Donna and Barbara Stackhouse.
Nina Galasso
January 25, 2018
Candiano Family
Jack was a SPECIAL friend. His smile was captivating and his music SUPERB. I will always remember the joy he brought to all.
Nina
January 25, 2018
My heart is broken. A loss of the sweetest man I know. A master of piano. He played his music with such love an was felt by so many in his lifetime. I was so lucky to have known this Man. This is a great loss, But He is in the arms of God. I will miss him and love him for
Yvonne Bertolo
January 25, 2018
My heart is broken. A loss of the sweetest man I know. A master of piano. He played his music with such love an was felt by so many in his lifetime. I was so lucky to have known this Man. This is a great loss, But He is in the arms of God. I will miss him and love him forever.
Frank & Nancy Ten Broeck
January 25, 2018
To The Candiano Family, We were saddened to here of the passing of Jackie. We were friends from our high school days (APHS Class
of 59). We will always remember his smile and laugh and of course his talents. May you rest in peace Jack.
Frank & Nancy Ten Broeck
Tom Amadruto
January 25, 2018
Jackie,
I was so sad to hear about your passing, so many memories came rushing back through my head. You were like a big brother to me, taking me to the beach, for the first time in the ocean as a little boy, growing up and hearing that beautiful voice as I grew up into a man. God has called an angel home, to play and sing for him. May you rest in peace among the angels and one last woo woo woo woo, the Amadruto's special thing.
Love, Tom Amadruto
January 25, 2018
An astounding entertainer. Used to see him at the Holiday Inn in Fishkill, NY. I took organ lessons from him for a while. He cemented my interest in all things 'organ'!
He was a good friend too.
My condolences to this family. Gone but not forgotten.
John Vanderlee
Joe Nodzak
January 25, 2018
Our condolence's to Jack's family. He was one of our great friends. He brought great joy into my families life's and we will miss him greatly.
Joe and Roe Nodzak
Nancy Petillo
January 25, 2018
To all the family my heartfelt sympathy on the loss of Jackie .... I knew him since he was a young boy....we went to see him in wappengers falls years ago ... our dear friend....so talented....may he be in a good place with no suffering and a wonderful life now God bless Jackie and all the family....love nancy petillo
Charlotte Chamy Snedeker
January 24, 2018
Karen, Lisa, Patricia and Families
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your beloved, Jack.,
Mourning the loss of Jackie along with you.
What a great guy In every way imaginable. He was the light in a dark day, the humor in a down moment and an inspiration at all times. From the day I met Jackie in Kindergarten, through our high school years, and in our last phone call, he was still the same happy, positive guy.
May Jackie Rest In Peace as you find comfort in the end of his pain and in your good memories.
Jackie, we will miss you and your music, but you will never be forgotten. Start tickling the ivories on that heavenly piano!
Ellen
January 24, 2018
Karen,
I was so saddened when I heard about Jack. My treatment time will never be the same. I will miss him tremendously.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Shirley Sullivan
January 24, 2018
Our hearts are sore with the loss of our friend, Jack Candy. Such an amazing person and talent, it was our privilege to know him.
Lisa, Karen, and all family, we are so so sorry for your loss.
God be with you and comfort you,
Shirley, Sharlene, Susan, Paul, Brianna and Brendan
Sharon
January 24, 2018
"Death leaves a memory no one can heal, loves leaves a memory no one can steal"
With prayers to ease your sorrow and friends and family to give you comfort!
January 24, 2018
I am sorry and my deepest sympathy to the whole family on the passing of Jack.
AngelKames
Mike Brown
January 24, 2018
I was sorry to hear about the passing of my friend Jackie. I had known Jackie since we were kids as our families were very close. I also remember going over to my cousin Jim Mac Donald's house to hear him play piano. They were great times. A fantastic talent.
GENE & MICHELLE ERTLE
January 24, 2018
SIMPLY THE BEST!!! I HOPE YOU FIND THAT CORNER SEAT RIGHT NEXT TO MY DAD AT ANTHONY'S IN THE SKY. RIP MY FRIEND.
JoAnn & Stuart Somerville
January 24, 2018
We were very sorry to hear about Jackie. He was like a big brother to me. He was over our house all the time & I have so many wonderful memories of him. I loved him very much & he will be missed. woo woo woo woo
January 24, 2018
Sending my deepest sympathy at Jack's passing. He fought the good fight and always smiled whenever I saw him. Be at peace, Jack. Dianne Gspann Coyle
Pc D
January 24, 2018
Please accept my heartfelt condolences to the family and friends for the passing of your dear loved one. Losing a loved one in death is never easy. One day many will have the opportunity to live again. May the hope of everlasting life sustain and comfort you during this difficult time (John 17:3). When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure in your heart and it lives forever. May the wonderful treasures fill your hearts with love and bring you peace.
Tom Shebell
January 24, 2018
Knew Jackie since he was a kid. Pat and I spent many a night listening to his wonderful music. He will be missed by all.
Philomena
January 24, 2018
Our condolences to Jack's family. He was a big brother to all of us and we loved him dearly. He will be missed.
January 24, 2018
We who believe feel Heaven became a lot livelier Monday morning. Jackie must be thrilled. He can see, feel his fingers and toes and entertain the angels. No matter the adversity, he smiled. So often he willed himself to our front door and up the steps for dinner followed by the most jaw dropping concerts, never entering or leaving without heartfelt hugs from this " Peck's Bad Boy" from Asbury Park. We loved him.
Barb and Jim MacDonald
M.S.
January 24, 2018
Our condolences to family and friends for your loss. May God be with you and give you strength during this time of grief. And may you find comfort and hope in his promises, john 6:40. We are truly sorry for your loss.
Marilyn Tomaino
January 24, 2018
One of my many memories of Jack was when Karen brought his keyboard to Meridian Rehab and he played to the delight of the staff and patients. Was what Jack was all about!!
Peggy Walsh
January 24, 2018
So sorry to hear of the loss of Jack. He was a great guy who never complained. I was honored to hear him playing his piano most days on my floor, where we lived. He would play my favorite songs when I asked, even offered to teach me to play. He was loved for sure!!! Karen was the best friend anyone could have. God Bless You Karen for being such a faithful friend. Rest with the angels Jack, and play for them. Until we meet again.
January 23, 2018
Aside from his talents and lifelong good spirits, for which I had great admiration, over time I grew to appreciate Jackie's intelligence, perseverance and courage.
He will be missed by so many, including his HSS Grammar School classmates from so long ago.
Ann Marie Blades Lynch
Nancy Vaiti
January 23, 2018
So saddened by the loss of this loved one.
Jack was a very special person and will be greatly missed.
May his spirit and memory live on.
Nancy and Steve Zielinski
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