Birth date: Oct 22, 1941 Death date: Aug 3, 2019
Daniel "Dan" Lee McCandless went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, August 3, 2019. He was born in Greeley, Colorado on October 22, 1941. Dan was the son of Charles and Wildon McCandless. He was preceded in d Read Obituary
It was January of 1979 - we newlyweds arrived in Greenville with all of our worldly possessions and $75. Russell was transferring to BJU that semester. We drove by an Econolodge on Wade Hampton and I was ready to pull in (wasn't feeling well). But R wanted to drive by the school so we kept going. Further down WHB was a little motel. We pulled in but were told they didn't have a room. R started chatting with the man behind the desk; told him we were here for school. Dan McCandless pulled out a welcome card from his church, then called the Econolodge and got us a room. As we entered our room the phone was ringing - Dan and Sharon invited us to breakfast the next day. After breakfast he took Russell for a haircut and she took me to find housing. I remember being in awe (and so thankful) at the way they took us in and smoothed our path. Imagine Dan and Russell meeting in heaven!
Again, Dan McCandless, thank you for being that kind of friend to strangers. And Sharon McCandless, thank you for being the kind of wife who he could count on to take folks in.
Beth Reach
How we miss you, dearest Dad/Grandpa, yet we are so thankful your body is not longer suffering! Thank you for your godly example of service to the Lord. We love you so much and look forward to the day when we are reunited in Heaven!
Sharon, I was so thankful to get to be there for the lovely services, both in the church and at the graveside. Most of all, it was a joy to get to see you and the "kids" again! (How did Tony get to be a grandfather...I'm getting old!) I'm thankful you're being taken care of, and want you to know what a blessing you and Dan and your children have been to me since those early days at Faith. Love and prayers, Gail Ereddia
Bro. McCandless's thoughtful card a few weeks ago was such an encouragement to us as we start deputation & our ministry here. He was such an example of faithfulness! We continue to pray for comfort and peace for you all.
Love,
The Jones Family
Praying for you Sharon that God will uphold you, strengthen you, comfort you , give you grace, and wisdom for the days ahead. We are thankful for your and Dan's faithfulness to Him.
Looking at the video of Dan and the ministry made me thankful. Sharon, you and Dan were a tremendous blessing to Hank and me during our engagement and early years of marriage back in Faith Baptist Church. I am praying for you as the Lord carries you through this most difficult loss. We will always love your family. Blessings to all of you.
I remember the year that Sam took Rebecca and one of her friends to Mex to visit with you folks. ( I had a sick boy and couldn't go) It was a good visit and we praise God for what He was doing there and using your family to do it. Thank you for your faithfulness.
Mrs. McCandless,
He will be missed. I recall many Sunday lunch’s with your family and playing my viola with you and Shelley before a heartfelt message from Pastor McCandless. His dedication to the Lord has always been and will continue to be very influential in my life. I will pray for you and the family as you mourn.
Tim Cato
I was always inspired by Uncle Dan’s willingness to follow God where ever He led. The photo video demonstrates his impact on many lives, through such hard work, sharing the Gospel, and caring for those around him. God’s Spirit works on through His sweet family and through those who came into God’s family through Uncle Dan’s ministry. Still inspires me today.
-Tim Kienitz
