Candace L. Nedow, Died May 24, 2018

Candace L. Nedow

1986-2018

SUTTONS BAY – Candace Lee Nedow, 31, of Suttons Bay, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, May 24, 2018 at her home.

Candace was born on May 26, 1986 in Traverse City, the daughter of Joel T. Nedow and Carol J. (Bunek) Stowe, who survive.

Strong-willed and fiercely independent, Candi lived her life on her own terms.  It was not uncommon for her to put other’s happiness ahead of her own and once she considered someone her friend, she would give them the clothes off her back if they were ever in need.  Those who knew her best were constantly reminded of her quirky sense of humor and her endless supply of smart-&#@ remarks and comebacks she always had for any occasion!   

Candi attended Leland Public Schools where she excelled in softball and basketball during her playing career.  She especially prided herself on her ability to give her favorite teacher, Ed Wodek, as much grief as humanly possible.  Upon graduating, Candi attended Northern Michigan University where she received dual Associate degrees in Art History and Marketing.  She spent several years living in the Marquette area, especially enjoying and exploring the Lake Superior shoreline and hiking the many trails with her furbaby Caeser, who was her constant companion before moving back to Leelanau County. 

In addition to her parents, Candace is survived by her brother, Wade Nedow; stepmother, Julie; stepfather, Steve; paternal grandmother, Mary Nedow; paternal grandparents, John and Marge Bunek; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, and especially her furbaby, Caeser.

She was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, William Nedow.

A Celebration of Candace’s life will be held on Sunday, June 10 at the Lake Leelanau St. Mary’s Church basement from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm.

Instead of flowers, the family is asking those who will be attending the Memorial Service to bring a bag or cans of dog food for the Cherryland Humane Society in Candi’s memory.

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