Candace (Magdirila) David
Candace (Magdirila) David, 92, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2026 surrounded by family. She was born on July 6, 1933, in La Union, Philippines, to Astor and Juliana Ebreo.
Candace was the beloved wife of the late Osias Magdirila and the late Lorenzo David, a loving mother to Noel Magdirila and Dolly York, and proud stepmother to Christine (J.M.) Joy Magdirila. She was an adoring aunt and grandmother to many cherished nieces and nephews.
Growing up surrounded by Episcopal Church Missionary Nuns, Candace developed a deep faith that guided her throughout her life. After graduating from college, she dedicated over 35 years to serving the Philippines Diocese of Episcopal Church Offices and its affiliates.
In the early 1990s, Candace moved to Chicago, where she discovered her true calling as a caregiver. For 29 years, she touched countless lives with her compassion and dedication, earning the love and respect of her patients, as well as their families. She was known for her loving and caring spirit, which brightened the lives of all who knew her.
She loved everyone she met, and in return, they loved her just as much. She was filled with happiness and joy in the company of her family and friends. She loved to garden and enjoyed visiting any places with flowers. She especially had a love for orchids. Even as the years passed, her energetic spirit for dancing and enjoying music never slowed her down. In her later years, though dementia touched her life, she remained the beautiful and humble woman her family and friends had always cherished.
Candace was preceded in death by her parents and her husbands.
Services: Viewing will take place at St. John Episcopal Church, 3857 N. Kostner Ave., Chicago, IL 60641, on Saturday, January 18, 2026, from 2:00 pm until 3:30 pm.
A Funeral Service with Eucharist will begin at 3:30 pm.
A reception in the Parish Hall will follow the service.
In lieu of flowers, please direct donations to the family for financial assistance with final expenses.
