Obituary of Candace PROKOPCHUK

January 4, 1975 – Edmonton, Alberta
August 22, 2020 – Calgary, Alberta

Candace Prokopchuk of Calgary, AB, passed away surrounded by her family on Saturday, August 22, 2020 at the age of 45 years.

Candace was born in Edmonton, AB, on January 4, 1975. She moved to Calgary in 1994 where she started a career in law, first as a legal assistant and then as a paralegal.

Candace spent the majority of her career with Alberta Justice Legal Services, where she held many positions, eventually paralegal and Office Manager, a position she held until her death. She excelled at her job, was passionate about the work she did and was respected by her coworkers. She was a member of the AUPE and for some time served as Union Steward.

Candace enjoyed nature and was very passionate about music. She loved to travel and most of all, she loved to laugh and enjoy the simple things in life.

She will be most remembered for her strength, courage and her ability to handle adversity. Caring, selfless and hardworking are other adjectives to describe Candace. Forever remembered for her integrity, loyalty and honesty. Candace got through life armed with will and determination and grace too.

Besides her loving spouse, Darren (Kyra and Aidan), Candace is survived by her son Curtis and her daughter Kaya (Thomas); brothers, Richard (Victoria) of Calgary, and Lyle of Veregin, and sister Kimberley (Evan) of Edmonton. She is also survived by her father Norman and his wife May; as well as nieces and nephews, Megan, Sophia, William and Elan, and many extended family members and her numerous friends.

Candace was predeceased by her mother Barbara.

Due to Covid-19 restrictions, there is limited availability for a service, so our family would like to invite you to join us for Candace’s Celebration of Life on our livestream Sunday, August 30, 2020 at 3:00 p.m. Service starts at 3:30 p.m. If you wish to join us you can find the livestream by searching “Candace Prokopchuk Celebration of Life” into the YouTube Search Bar.

Condolences, memories and photos may be shared and viewed on Candace’s obituary at www.McInnisandHolloway.com.

Her family would like to thank the staff at The Tom Baker Cancer Center and the many people for their support during her battle with Melanoma.

If friends and family so desire, in lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Candace Prokopchuk memorial fund gf.me/u/ysxkd5 to help support single parent families facing life threatening illnesses and disabilities.

In living memory of Candace Prokopchuk, a tree will be planted in the Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Deerfoot South, 12281 – 40th STREET SE, CALGARY, AB T2Z 4E6, Telephone: 403-203-0525.