MONACO--Candace Marshall. "Mothers are like glue. Even when you can't see them, they're still holding the family together." Susan Gale Candace Marshall Monaco was undeniably the glue that held her family together. Even in her absence, Candace's compassion, patience and selflessness provide comfort to those who will miss her dearly. After a courageous fourteen-year battle against cancer, Candace, lovingly known by friends and family as "Candy," passed away peacefully on August 8, 2021 at her home in Bronxville, New York surrounded by those she cherished most: her loving husband of 29 years, Michael P. Monaco; her adoring daughters, Sarah M. Monaco and Katherine D. Monaco; and her four-legged children, Winnie and Pippa, who remained by her bedside. She is deeply mourned by her devoted stepdaughters Lisa M. Etheridge (Neill), and Amy E. Monaco, her two brothers, John C. Marshall (Sara) and J. Steuart Marshall (Nancy), her nine nieces and nephews, and her granddaughter, Ella, who will miss her Grandy. Candy was born on October 1, 1952 to John C. and Barbara D. Marshall of Bronxville, New York. After attending grades K-12 in the Bronxville school system, she attended Mount Holyoke College, earning an Economics degree in 1974. Following her academic career, Candy spent her time in New York City, where she embarked on her 20-year professional career, including positions with the American Express Company and The Chapin School in Manhattan (where she looked forward to the tea cart every Thursday afternoon). After meeting at the American Express Company, Michael and Candy were married in 1992. Despite academic and professional success, Candy always maintained that her children were her greatest achievement. As for the pets, it was never clear who was more devoted to whom, Candy to her dogs and cats or vice versa (despite her cat allergy). Her love of all living things was indiscriminate. She welcomed all walks of life into her home with the same open arms. Candy's passion for food and cooking were unparalleled, matched only by her youngest daughter. Her palate was expansive. Her homemade meals were restaurant-grade, although not without exception. Contrary to popular belief, Candy quickly learned, after three days and multiple attempts, that pound cake is not actually made with a whole pound of butter. Candy was an avid gardener and a natural Green Thumb. She took pride in her gardens, but more importantly, she cherished the time spent surrounded by nature. And, no matter how busy, she always enjoyed her crossword and jigsaw puzzles. She thoroughly enjoyed Sunday mornings with The New York Times' crossword, which she usually finished (sometimes with a little "help"). And, not long ago, she received an incredibly difficult, three- dimensional puzzle of a European cathedral which took her days to complete. The final product was beautiful, but once was enough and "Never again," she said. Candy led a wonderful life, full of love, joy and always surrounded by those she loved most. Even through the pain, she remained optimistic and fought until the very end. She leaves behind those who loved her heartbroken, but full of gratitude to have had the good fortune to fall within her orbit. How her family and friends mourn her passing. All services are private. Cancer may have started the fight, but we will finish it. Memorial donations may be made in Candy's memory to Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center Metastasis Research, the Mount Sinai Medical Center and/or the ASPCA.
I too, will miss Candy. She was a great friend, beautiful inside and out. I loved her Mom, Dad and brother too. As a fellow BHS Twirler she became a leader to us all. She was always sweet to everyone. I remember she was selected as an Angel by her church at the Christmas pageant senior year. So perfect. So glad she made a difference in many lives both corporate, family, friends and animals. Battling Cancer for that long is rough but, she did it. She survived many years beyond some. Glad she ended up in Bronxville at the end. May Candy, her family and animal friends be at peace knowing that she is well taken care of above and beyond. Love to you Candy. Will miss you. Jeaette your friend.
I can't say that I knew Candy that well - I don't think we had any classes together, but I know cancer. Cancer has taken away my paternal grandmother, my paternal grandfather, my mother, her sister, and my fiance so I know what a courageous and hard fight she went through for all those terrible. years with the disease. She handled it with grace, fortitude, and humor. Fighting it alongside those stricken has shown me the real value of life. We will miss you Candy, and I'm sorry I did not get to know you better.
Leslie Basinger (Collins)
Leslie Basinger (Collins)
MONACO--Candace Marshall. "Mothers are like glue. Even when you can't see them, they're still holding the family together." Susan Gale Candace Marshall Monaco was undeniably the glue that held her family together. Even in her absence, Candace's compassion, patience and selflessness provide comfort to those who will miss her dearly. After a courageous fourteen-year battle against cancer, Candace, lovingly known by friends and family as "Candy," passed away peacefully on August 8, 2021 at her home in Bronxville, New York surrounded by those she cherished most: her loving husband of 29 years, Michael P. Monaco; her adoring daughters, Sarah M. Monaco and Katherine D. Monaco; and her four-legged children, Winnie and Pippa, who remained by her bedside. She is deeply mourned by her devoted stepdaughters Lisa M. Etheridge (Neill), and Amy E. Monaco, her two brothers, John C. Marshall (Sara) and J. Steuart Marshall (Nancy), her nine nieces and nephews, and her granddaughter, Ella, who will miss her Grandy. Candy was born on October 1, 1952 to John C. and Barbara D. Marshall of Bronxville, New York. After attending grades K-12 in the Bronxville school system, she attended Mount Holyoke College, earning an Economics degree in 1974. Following her academic career, Candy spent her time in New York City, where she embarked on her 20-year professional career, including positions with the American Express Company and The Chapin School in Manhattan (where she looked forward to the tea cart every Thursday afternoon). After meeting at the American Express Company, Michael and Candy were married in 1992. Despite academic and professional success, Candy always maintained that her children were her greatest achievement. As for the pets, it was never clear who was more devoted to whom, Candy to her dogs and cats or vice versa (despite her cat allergy). Her love of all living things was indiscriminate. She welcomed all walks of life into her home with the same open arms. Candy's passion for food and cooking were unparalleled, matched only by her youngest daughter. Her palate was expansive. Her homemade meals were restaurant-grade, although not without exception. Contrary to popular belief, Candy quickly learned, after three days and multiple attempts, that pound cake is not actually made with a whole pound of butter. Candy was an avid gardener and a natural Green Thumb. She took pride in her gardens, but more importantly, she cherished the time spent surrounded by nature. And, no matter how busy, she always enjoyed her crossword and jigsaw puzzles. She thoroughly enjoyed Sunday mornings with The New York Times' crossword, which she usually finished (sometimes with a little "help"). And, not long ago, she received an incredibly difficult, three- dimensional puzzle of a European cathedral which took her days to complete. The final product was beautiful, but once was enough and "Never again," she said. Candy led a wonderful life, full of love, joy and always surrounded by those she loved most. Even through the pain, she remained optimistic and fought until the very end. She leaves behind those who loved her heartbroken, but full of gratitude to have had the good fortune to fall within her orbit. How her family and friends mourn her passing. All services are private. Cancer may have started the fight, but we will finish it. Memorial donations may be made in Candy's memory to Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center Metastasis Research, the Mount Sinai Medical Center and/or the ASPCA.
Leslie Basinger (Collins)
So very sad. She was a lovely, kind person.
Liz Westerfield (Prince)
I am so sad about Candy. She was such a dear friend in HIgh School. Wonderful Obit on her life and family.
Jeanette Bartlett (Papp)
I too, will miss Candy. She was a great friend, beautiful inside and out. I loved her Mom, Dad and brother too. As a fellow BHS Twirler she became a leader to us all. She was always sweet to everyone. I remember she was selected as an Angel by her church at the Christmas pageant senior year. So perfect. So glad she made a difference in many lives both corporate, family, friends and animals. Battling Cancer for that long is rough but, she did it. She survived many years beyond some. Glad she ended up in Bronxville at the end. May Candy, her family and animal friends be at peace knowing that she is well taken care of above and beyond. Love to you Candy. Will miss you. Jeaette your friend.
Jim Hockenberry
I can't say that I knew Candy that well - I don't think we had any classes together, but I know cancer. Cancer has taken away my paternal grandmother, my paternal grandfather, my mother, her sister, and my fiance so I know what a courageous and hard fight she went through for all those terrible. years with the disease. She handled it with grace, fortitude, and humor. Fighting it alongside those stricken has shown me the real value of life. We will miss you Candy, and I'm sorry I did not get to know you better.