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Candyce Gray Obituary

Gray, Candyce Ann Age 59 of St. Paul and Pto. Escondido, Mexico Preceded in death by mother, Myra Funes. Survived by husband, David; father, Al Funes; mom, Marge Fox; sisters, Cindy McDonough (Paul),Ginger McKean (Frank), Debbie McArthur (John), Wendy Fox (Jeff Barin), Karen Fox; brothers, Ron Funes (Peg), Roger Gray (Laura), Richard Gray (Laurie); nieces and nephews, Dave Simmer, Tess Simmer, Rosalind Safdari (Ali), Kate McHale (Bill), Molly Funes, John Funes, Todd, Sandy and Abby Barin, Ned, Kari, Molly, Hannah and Abby Gray; the Mendoza Family (of Mexico). Funeral service WEDNESDAY 3PM, MT. ZION TEMPLE, 1300 Summit Ave., St. Paul. Memorials preferred to Pancreatic Cancer Research, Immigrant Law Center of MN. Shiva: Crosby Pt. Apts, Comm. Rm, 1115 Elway St., St. Paul, Wed 7:30PM, Thurs 7 PM. Hodroff-Epstein 651-698-8311 www.hodroffepstein.com

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Published by Pioneer Press from Sep. 29 to Oct. 1, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Candyce Gray

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A sunset shared with Candy in Puerto Escondido.

November 21, 2008

John Keller

October 13, 2008

David:
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. It was my great pleasure to meet both of you as a new director and receive your confidence. The support from both of you for the work we do on behalf of immigrant families is of the greatest importance to me and those you empower us to assist. May you find peace in the many wonderful memories you both created and continue to create.
Peace

Katy Boicourt Eggert

October 8, 2008

Dear Funes, Gray and Fox Families,

I just became aware of Candy's passing. My sincere sympathy to
you all. I remember Candy from
our youth. She was always kind
to we little kids at St. Luke Lutheran.
Mr. Funes and her siblings, I am thinking of you all.
Katy Boicourt Eggert

Richard and Gloria LeFebvre

October 4, 2008

David,
Richard and I will never forget the wonderful weekend we spent with you and Candy, Al, and Millie and Jim at the lake. We had such a great time and left with the feeling that we hoped we'd get to know you and Candy even better. She was such a treasure. I hope the wonderful memories and love you've shared together will help ease the pain. We will keep her always in our thoughts and prayers. With much sympathy,

Monica Weekes

October 2, 2008

David,
I am so sorry to hear that you have lost the love in your life. I am sure Candyce was a wonderful partner for you. Please accept my sincere condolences.

Nancy (Gilats) Levine

October 2, 2008

Dear David,

I was so sorry to hear this very sad news. Candy and I worked together a number of years ago. A kinder more caring person could not be found anywhere. It was a privilege to know and work with Candy. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.

Nancy and Rick Van Dyke

October 2, 2008

Candy and David walking the beach were a daily part of the Puerto Escondido scene and will remain in our hearts. Her smile and joy with life was so special. David, our hearts are with you as you grieve this very special
relationship. Know that others are thinking about you and caring.

Davin Brandt

October 1, 2008

David,
My heart is truly sadden today. I pray that your heart is surrounded by God's peace and love during this difficult time.

lisa knowles

October 1, 2008

David, I was so sorry to read of candyce's passing, i truly enjoyed scheduling her appts and getting to know you. my thoughts and prayers are with you, Lisa MOHPA scheduling

ARDETH DALY DONALDSON

October 1, 2008

Dear David: Puerto Escondido will never be as
bright as it used to be with Candy's amazing
smile,her joy in all things , her wonderful companionship and fun with you. You are much blessed to have had her in your life!
Mucho carino y un abrazo fuerte
ARDETH DALY DONALDSON, PE, SMA AND COLO

Irene Eckert

October 1, 2008

David,
I was saddened to hear of Candyce's passing. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time. With deepest sympathy

Irene

Robyn Cook

October 1, 2008

David,
I am so very sorry about Candy. I remember her fondly from when she worked for my Dad, Eddie Strem. She was such a bright light and darling person. My deepest sympathies to you and your family. Robyn Cook

David Burden

October 1, 2008

David,
Our deepest sympathies. Candy was a truly delightful, wonderful friend.

David & Kathy Burden

Sandy Mykleby

October 1, 2008

David and family;
I was deeply saddened to hear of Candy's passing. I only knew her through our weekly yoga classes at St. Paul Yoga Studio over several years but had not seen her in recent months and thought of her often. What a warm, kind, joyful and compassionate woman. I am so thankful that I got to meet her. It is obvious from reading these memorials that she deeply touched us all.

Paul Abdella

October 1, 2008

David,
I only met Candy once and then just briefly. I felt I got to know her a little through your stories of your adventures in Mexico and other travels. What always came through was how close the two of you were and how good a marriage can be when the right people are together. My heart goes out to you for your great loss. I hope the good fortune you had in being together for many years and the memories you have of her can sustain you through this difficult time.

Bob & Candie Hume

September 30, 2008

David
Our deepest sympathy,our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time

September 30, 2008

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

Terri Langevin

September 30, 2008

Dear David,
Although we did not meet Candice, we know and love her sister Ginger with all of our heart. Ginger has told us so many wonderful things about her sister and the great things she has done for people. We will be sending a memorial to Pancreatic Cancer Research.
Sincerely,
The Staff of Evergreen Knoll

Thomas Webber

September 30, 2008

David-
Candy was a valued colleague and a long-time friend. She was more than that,however. She was without doubt one of the most real and honest and decent human beings I have ever met. My thoughts are with you and all the others who care so much.

Bill & Marlene Middleton

September 30, 2008

David
Please accept our deepest condolences.We did not know you both that well, but it was very evident of your love and respect for each other......

Bill & Marlene Middleton

Kimberly Dizon

September 30, 2008

Dear David,
I just read about Candy's passing and
I wanted to let you know how sorry I am. Although it has been years since I have spoken to you or Candy, she was always a delightful and warm person. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Kimberly Dizon

Lisa Skingel

September 30, 2008

David-

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Lisa A. Skingel
Custom Manufacturing And Engineering

Iris and Jerry Hillman

September 29, 2008

Dear David,
We send our condolences on the loss of your wonderful
Candy. We will remember her warmth and her beautiful smile,and how much she enjoyed Puerto Escondido.
Our thoughts are with you.

Nancy Giguere

September 29, 2008

David and family,
I had the pleasure of getting to know Candy at the St. Paul Yoga Center during the Tuesday night class. She was a delightful person who will be greatly missed. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Charlotte Caron

September 29, 2008

David and family,
Please accept our condolences for your loss. Candy was a special woman who brought a smile to everyone she met.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bob and Charlotte Caron

Kathy Diamond

September 29, 2008

Dear David and family,

It seems that words say so little when your heart feels so much. Candy was such a lovely person who had that special gift of warmth and caring that drew people to her – you just felt good being with her! Her generosity of self was extraordinary and she gave more to people than can ever be measured. We wish there were words to express how truly saddened we are over Candy’s passing and we hope that your wonderful memories of her will help carry you through this difficult time.

With fondness, Gary and Kathy Diamond

To & Sandi Palesch

September 29, 2008

David, we heard of your loss of Candy this AM in an email from Buenos Aires. Sandi and I had no idea the Gray's had this struggle going on. We share your great loss along with may others.

We remember you and Candy on Lake Superior, sharing ice cubes at Devil Island. We remember you both at dinners in both Cities and sharing the World Series one night at our home. We remember her infectious laugh and smile. Most of all, we remember the wonderful love you had for each other. You will always have those wonderful memories of you two wandering the world.





You are still in both of our hearts.

Tom & Sandi Palesch

Wendy and Jim Annis

September 29, 2008

Dear David & Family,
It has been a priviledge to know Candy and be a recipent of her bright angel like personality. She could light up a room with her presents. The memories we have made together will last forever for us. We are a truly grateful for the time we have spent and experiences we have had. Please know that we are truly sorry for your loss.

Glen Hausfeld

September 29, 2008

My heart goes out to you at this time in your lives and in the days ahead.
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
May your memories bring you comfort.

Sheila Clarke

September 29, 2008

Dear David and all members of the Funes and Gray families:

Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca, Mexico became an even sunnier, happier place when Candy was with us here. How we'll miss her!

Helen Kerner

September 29, 2008

Dear David and family,

Please accept our deepest condolences for your loss. Candy was a special woman, endowed with a warmth and zest for life which will be missed. We will think of her forever walking on the beach of her beloved Puerto Escondido.

David and Helen

Dan and Jan Buchanan

September 29, 2008

David,
Candy's friendship and smile will be missed
more than you can know. She always made us feel welcome in Puerto and we're sure she would make us feel welcome anywhere. Our deepest condolences to you.

Val DiEuliis

September 29, 2008

David,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Fred and Chic Guttormson

September 29, 2008

Dear David,

Well, now there's a another angel looking down on us from heaven! Thank God her suffering is over. We only wish that we could be there to give you a hug and express our sympathy in person! You two have had that special kind of blessed relationship that so many wish for but few attain. Lets hope that many of us are kinder to each other in Candy's name.

Paula Yarmo

September 29, 2008

Dear David & Family,

While its been years since seeing or talking with Candy, I remember her fondly & am sending you my thoughts & best wishes.

Paula Yarmo

Les Turk

September 29, 2008

David,
I'm so sorry to hear the passing of Candy. Although it's been years since we've seen you, we remember Candy as always having a bubbly, bright and shiney glow when we would meet.
From Becky and our whole family, I want to convey my deepest condolences and we wish you to know you our in our thoughts and prayers.
Les, Becky, and our family
Surplus Trading Corp.
Benton Harbor, Michigan

Ray Hayward

September 29, 2008

David,

I only met Candy a couple of times but she was always smiling and delightful. My heart is with you and your classmates mourn along side of you.

-Ray

Bob and Tami Horwitz

September 29, 2008

Candy truly touched our hearts as we are sure she did everyone who came to know her. A very special person! Her memory will live on in our minds and hearts forever!

Peggy Kane

September 29, 2008

Dear Wendy; Karen & Family:
It's so hard to say goodbye
When someone we love has to die
Whether age or illness has wrinkled the face
And we assume they're in a better place
Warmth & Sympathies are sent today
In the hopes that they may
Ease the pain you now bear
Knowing you have friends that care

Phyllis Ettinger

September 29, 2008

Dear David and Family,
My heart breaks reading about Candy's death. While I am out of
town and cannot be with you in
person at this time, please know
that Ron and I are there in spirit.
Our memories of Candy are very special, and hope and pray that
your wonderful memories will be
a comfort at this very sad time
of loss.

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