Michael Candela

September 25, 1945 – October 22, 2024

Obituaries 2024-10-25 (0) (706)

CONOVER, N.C. - Michael Candela, 79, of Conover, passed away on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at Trinity Ridge in Hickory.

He was born September 25, 1945 in Queens County, N.Y. to the late Anthony and Mary Mucciolo Candela. Michael was a member of the Jehovah’s Witnesses in Newton and retired from the retail industry. He enjoyed family dinners and never met a stranger.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, James Candela.

Those left to cherish his memory is his wife of 50 years Linda Copland Candela of the home; sons Joel Candela and wife Hannah of Port Arthur, Texas, Jonathan Candela of Conover; daughters Adriel Candela of Conover, Allison Precup and husband John of Conover, Lindsey Candela of Conover, Virginia Barker and husband Corey of Springfield, Mo.; sister Rosalie Patterson of Berwick, Pa.; and five grandchildren.  

A memorial service to celebrate Michael’s life will be held at a later date.

Condolences may be sent to the Candela family at www.bennettfuneralservice.com

Bennett Funeral Service of Newton, N.C. is serving the Candela family.

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