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Joseph Candela Obituary

Candela, Joseph "Papa Joe" WWII Veteran U.S. Army Air Force; four months short of his 99th birthday; beloved husband of the late Nancy (nee Dalcamo); loving father of Antoinette (James Ret. CPD CMDR) Carlo, Nancy (Nick) Guardino and James (of Las Vegas) Candela; cherished grandfather of Sammy; devoted son of the late Frank and Josephine Candela; dear brother of the late Frank Candela and the late Vincent (late Rose) Candela; fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Special thanks to Karen Dorencz. Visitation Tuesday 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Dalcamo Funeral Home, 470 West 26th St. Funeral Wednesday 9:15 a.m. from the Funeral Home to All Saints - St. Anthony Church for Mass at 10:00 a.m. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Funeral info 312-842-8681 or www.dalcamofuneralhome.com to sign guestbook.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 23, 2018.

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Donna Romano Wieland

July 17, 2021

I remember wonderful times with my Dad´s kind friend. And Antoinette
My Deepest Condolences

Romans 15:33

July 30, 2018

You have my deepest sympathy. May God give you peace and strength to keep you going during your time of sorrow.

Glen Haines

July 24, 2018

Very sorry for your loss. Take solace in the fact that you had him for such a long life.

July 23, 2018

Antoinette & Jim, My deepest condolences for your loss. I didn't know him well, but what I did know, he was a man of character and a sweetheart. OH...to be 30 years older!!
Remember.. If you keep his memory alive, he will
ALWAYS be with you. GAIL

July 23, 2018

Some of my Fondest Childhood memories were with the Candela Family in Wisconsin.
Lovingly, Donna Romano Wieland

Judy B.

July 23, 2018

7O years is our life span 8O with special mightiness. MR. CANDELA had 9O+ years of special mightiness. May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories of the times you spent together as you celebrate a life well lived. Psalm 9O:1O

~ ~ Fr. Dan Brandt, CPD Chaplain

July 23, 2018

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. Joe will be remembered at the Police Mass on Sunday, 12 AUG, 11:00 a.m. at Mercy Home - 1140 W. Jackson Blvd. In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of our all-loving, all-merciful God! [Police Chaplains Ministry: www.ChicagoPCM.org or 312/738-7588]

July 23, 2018

Sorry for your loss. May you cherish the memories of your beloved love one. Some comforting words you can read is at 1 Thessalonias 4:14.

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Dalcamo Funeral Home

470 West 26th St, Chicago, IL 60616

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9:15 a.m.

Dalcamo Funeral Home

470 West 26th St, Chicago, IL 60616

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All Saints - St. Anthony Church

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