Sweet beautiful Candace,

Your kind and gentle ways will be missed. Your unique and classy style made an impression on me when I met you as a teenager. I grew up surrounded by the flamenco images you captured in time and will think fondly of you every time I pass by one of your photos. We will continue to cherish your memory when celebrating the flamenco traditions to which you were so devoted.

It was a blessing to know you, Lorenzo

Beloved Candy,
It took me awhile to accept that you decided to move on to higher places. Even as I watched your soft, bird-like body transition, it showed me that you will be very much present from the unseen. I was silent and meditative for many days savoring memories of our many conversations, some walks, all the performances and some brilliant moments of soul intimacy.
Luka and Mina have always already seen you as a fairy and understood that you decided to go to other realms from which to guide us even in finer ways.
Last time we held hands in the studio, you gazed deeply into my soul and said some profoundly lucid things – I am holding onto your guidance and wisdom.
I played for you that special song dedicated to you – “Lady” by Kenny Rogers. We smiled and gazed at each other in deep knowing.
Lady, I say to you now, your beauty, warmth, care, passion, love and art – your grace in person, style, demeanor and creation – are inspirational. Yours is a life so well lived!
My love, admiration and gratitude go to You!
Mila

Candy was like a family member to me. She always was so kind to all of the Rene's dancers. She always saw the positive qualities in other people and always had an encouraging word. She loved children and had a beautiful, pure and loving spirit. Candy was like an angel on earth and I'm sure she is blessed greatly in heaven.

Candy was one of the most positive people I know. She always had a kind and encouraging greeting when I saw her. The love she shared with all of those around her will certainly be remembered.
-Monica, company flamenco dancer

Maestro, Stan & I are so very sad to hear of Candy's passing. She was such a sweet & kind lady. Always smiling & happy. She will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time.
All our best,
Amie Bergondo & Stan Rios

Candy is missed. What a beautiful loving free spirit she was. Her impact as an artist was instantaneous when you met her as was her love of Rene and for sharing the arts with all people. I cherish my memories of our time spent together and will be proud to support the scholarship. Rene, she is not gone, she is now everywhere ~ love, Donna