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Andy Candelaria Obituary
1961 ~ 2020
ANDY D. CANDELARIA, our beloved husband, father, papa, brother, uncle and friend passed away peacefully surrounded by family at his home in Taylorsville, Utah, on Sunday, September 6, 2020.
Uncle Andy, as he was affectionately known to his family and close friends, was born March 6, 1961 in Price, Utah, to J. Demis Candelaria and Cordie Marquez Candelaria. Andy was raised in East Carbon, Utah, where he made many life-long friends. He graduated from East Carbon High School in 1979.
Andy worked as a journeyman lineman at Rocky Mountain Power/Utah Power & Light for over 30 years and was a proud member of IBEW Local 57.
In 1998, Andy met Eva Valdez and they began their lives together. With Eva, Andy was blessed with two daughters, Dana and Demi, and three grandchildren, Marcyanna, Messiah and Ezrah, whom he dearly loved.
Andy is survived by Eva, Dana, Demi, and his grandchildren, Marcyanna, Messiah and Ezrah. He is also survived by his siblings: Leonard (Edna), Taylorsville, Utah; Genevieve (Ralph) Herrera, Taylorsville, Utah; Demis (Carmen), West Jordan, Utah; Paul (Angelica), East Carbon, Utah; Donald (Kristy); East Carbon, Utah, and many loving nieces, nephews and friends.
Andy was preceded in death by his parents and a beloved niece, Demi Candelaria.
Uncle Andy was a good, hard-working man with a heart of gold, a beautiful smile and was loyal to and generous with those he loved. He would do anything for us. He loved living life to the fullest whether it was spending time with his family, hunting with his bros, taking trips to Wendover, "bowling" with his friends and watching sports. He could always be found cheering for the mighty, mighty Minnesota Vikings.
We miss him greatly, and he will never be forgotten.
Family will receive friends outside on Wednesday, September 16, 2020 from 10:30 am to 11:30 am at Saint Martin de Porres Catholic Church, 4914 South 2200 West, Taylorsville, Utah. The courtesy of wearing a face covering is requested and safe social distancing will be required. Due to local mandates, Funeral Mass will be celebrated privately. Friends are encouraged to attend virtually by visiting www.starksfuneral.com before the service begins where a "Watch Service Live" button will appear. The service recording will be posted on this website thereafter to view any time.
Committal service will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery, 275 U Street, Salt Lake City, Utah.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Catholic Community Services of Utah, Saint Vincent de Paul Soup Kitchen, 224 North 2200 West, Salt Lake City, UT 84116.
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Memories and Condolences
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Bubba Cowan
September 9, 2024
Can´t believe it´s been 4 years. Rest in Peace Brother. Bubba Cowan
Jerry Maio
September 25, 2020
I just learned about Andy’s passing and I wanted to extend my deepest sympathies. Eva, I don’t think I ever met you but I grew up with the Candelaria family in Columbia, Utah and have many fond memories of all of them. What a great family! I am 12 years older than Andy but I will always remember him as Genie’s happy and fun-loving little brother. His smile says it all and that’s how I will always remember him. It sounds like he was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather and will be deeply missed. I’m sure you see his great qualities in your children and grandchildren. I am so sorry for your loss.
Genie, I am so sorry for your loss and please extend my deepest sympathies to all of your siblings. I know words are kind of empty during this sad time but I hope in time, the great memories you have of Andy help ease the pain of his loss. Take care, be safe and hopefully we’ll have an opportunity to catch up sometime.
Jerry Maio
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Pablo Martinez
September 19, 2020
Dios te tenga en Su Gloria. Andy.
Deanna Garcia
September 16, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Paul and Sharon Garcia
September 16, 2020
Andy and I started our careers at Utah Power and Light together, we were in the same apprentice class, it's through him that I met the kind Candelaria family. We have Andy and all the Candelaria family in our thoughts and prayers. Andy is a good man, may he rest in peace. God bless you all!
Marlo & Romeo Corona
September 16, 2020
Our love and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. He will be missed dearly.
Marlo & Romeo Corona
September 16, 2020
Our love and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. He will be missed dearly.
Diana Candelaria
September 16, 2020
Andy I love you and want you to try and save me seat when we see each other again. Always Diana.
Rikie Gregg
September 15, 2020
I know its been years since we've all been together but Uncle Andy and you all were a second family to me growing up! I'm truly thankful to have you in my life. Love love all. I'm always here and i will keep you in my thoughts and prayers!
Eddie and Corrina
September 15, 2020
Dearest Eva, Dana, Demi, and Family,
Words can not express the sadness we feel for your loss.
Our Deepest Sympathy, prayers and heart go out to all the Family.
God Bless you. We Love You. Eddie and Corrina
Raymond & Evie Gonzales
September 15, 2020
Candelaria Family , no words can truly express the love we have for all of you. Our hearts are full of sorrow at the passing of Andy. He is such a good Man,Kind heart, Beautiful Soul . He graced us by accepting to be our Best Man at our wedding. Many years ago .He will always be forever in our Hearts and memories . What great memories we have of him. Rest in peace with your loved ones that are there waiting for you with open arms and love . Raymond & Evie
Sheri Gustaveson
September 14, 2020
My condolences to Eva and family. Andy was quite the character, lots of fun memories.
THOMAS-PAMELA MARTINEZ
September 14, 2020
CANDELARIA/HERRERA FAMILY
PRAYERS TO YOUR FAMILY..
Kim Berry
September 14, 2020
My condolences to Eva and girls, and the Candelaria family
September 14, 2020
Eva, Dana, Demi, Marcyanna, Messiah, Ezrah,
the Candelaria and Herrera family
With deep sorrow for the loss of your beloved Andy. There are no words to convey the right sympathy and condolences. Our prayers and love are with you all at this time of great sadness and grief. May our Lord give you comfort and peace.
Andy's smile and kindness will forever be in our hearts. We have known Andy since he was born and watched him grow up with my little sister, and all our family. (Best friends we all were) She loved him dearly and still hold his friendship in her heart.
The gentleness of his beautiful "Candelaria" voice has always shined a light on all those he loved. God Bless you dear family. May Andy rest
in peace.
Love, prayers and deep sympathy,
Teresa (Garcia) & Ed Booth
Beverly Garcia
Tom and Eileen Fox
September 14, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Andy was a good lineman and a good friend. We all had very good times. He will be missed. All our love to you.
BRENT PECK
September 13, 2020
When you work on a crew sometimes day and night, you get to know a lot about the people you spend all of that time with. I worked with Andy everyday sometimes. At work he was a good lineman, and someone i could rely on. After work we spent some good times too. I know how much he loved his family, friends, and co-workers. He was my friend, Love and Honor his memory. Blessings during these hard days ahead. God Bless
James & Sherrie Rico
September 13, 2020
We pray the love of God is with the Candelaria family at this time of sorrow. Vaya con Dios Andy.
Linda Amato-Smaldone
September 13, 2020
To my beautiful family in Utah. We are so sad to hear about the passing of your sweet, handsome, loving brother Andy. May God bless you with love and strength through this tough and sad time. We are praying for your family. Always in our hearts, Linda and your cousins in Denver
James & Sherrie Rico
September 13, 2020
There are no words that can describe your loss, but I am sending comforting hugs and healing prayers for the Candelaria family. Via con Dios Andy!
Linda Amato-Smaldone
September 13, 2020
To my beautiful family in Utah. We are so sorry for the passing of your sweet, handsome, loving brother Andy. May God bless you and surround you with His strength to help you through this tough and sad time. Our family sends you all their love and prayers. Your cousin, Linda and the Gallegos Family
Bubba and Melodee Cowan
September 13, 2020
To Eva, our sincere prayers go out to you and your Family. May all the sweet memories of Andy give you solace at this difficult time.
Lennie Dennis and family
September 13, 2020
Our deepest condolences to Andy's family and friends. My family knew Andy as a good decent man. We know how much his sister and brothers loved him, and will feel the grief of his loss. Our prayers are with you.
Judi Bishop
September 12, 2020
To Andy's family I'm so sorry to hear of his passing. May his memory be eternal. My condolences to all.
Michael and Amy Valdez
September 12, 2020
Andy was a great guy, fun to be around. He will be missed. Our deepest condolences to everyone in the family.
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