Service Information
Lois M. McCandless, age 88, of Hutchinson, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2020, at Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital in St. Louis Park, Minnesota.
Memorial Service will be held at a later date.
Obituary
Lois Mildred McCandless was born on October 21, 1931, in Manannah, Minnesota. She was the daughter of Oscar and Mildred (Bauch) Danielson. She was baptized as an infant and later confirmed in her faith as a youth, both at Zion Lutheran Church in Litchfield by Pastor Field. She received her education in Litchfield, Minnesota and was a graduate with the Litchfield High School class of 1949.
On March 23, 1950, Lois was united in marriage to Jerry McCandless in Robbinsdale, Minnesota. This marriage was blessed with four children, James, Carol, Jean, and Janet. Lois and Jerry resided in Grove City, Minnesota. They later moved to Hutchinson. Lois and Jerry shared 62 years of marriage until the passing of Jerry on June 18, 2012.
Lois was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother. She enjoyed painting, woodworking, crafting, crocheting, and knitting. Lois was very artistic and could toll and decorative paint.
Lois was a member of Christ the King Lutheran Church in Hutchinson, Minnesota.
Lois passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2020, at Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital in St. Louis Park, Minnesota, at the age of 88 years. Blessed be her memory.
Lois is survived by her:
Children, James “Jim” McCandless and his wife, Diane, of Litchfield, MN,
Carol Higgins and her husband, Wally, of Hutchinson, MN,
Jean Winslow and her husband, Mike, of Newport, OR,
Janet Olson and her husband, Barry, of Hutchinson, MN;
11 Grandchildren;
8 Great-Grandchildren;
5 Great-Great-Grandchildren;
Many other relatives and friends.
Lois is preceded in death by her Parents, Oscar and Mildred Danielson; Husband, Jerry McCandless; Brothers, Burton Danielson and his wife, Arlene, Donald “Charlie” Danielson and his wife, Gen, Robert Danielson.
Tracey Webster says
I’m so very sorry for your loss. I have many happy memories of your family that I hold dear. Lois was a wonderful and talented person. I still have a piece of her art that was given to me many years ago. I looked at it the day I found out of her passing and smiled. Much love to you all at this time.
Sue Reinert says
Dolly and Family I am so sorry for your loss! You are in my thoughts and Prayers!
Penny says
Sending love and prayers for your whole family! She will be missed by so many. My heart felt prayers are for her daughter Janet, son in-law Barry, and their children.
My heart is broken for you Janet I know how close you are with your Mom!
Love Penny
Frank and Patches says
Jim, all of our condolences to you and your family at the loss of your mom. Know that Frank and I are praying for you at this time of sadness.
Jean Larson says
Family of Lois-So sorry to the passing of Lois. Had a lot of memories staying at the house with Jean during a snowstorm. Heart of gold is what Lois had!! Heaven gained another Angel!!
Mary Anderson says
Janet and Jean. So sorry for your loss!! Praying for you during this time. Mary and Randy Anderson
Catherine Bernardy says
I shall miss her greatly.
Nancy. Mccandless says
Hang in there Janet and Barry I know how hard this is for you we have been there and. Our hearts are heavy for you. You were such a wonderful and thoughtful daughter Janet and I know how close you and your mom were, Jody and I have the same relationship and no one can take that away. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love always Nan and Pat.
Lois Turgeon says
So sorry to hear of your loss. Your mother was a very talented lady. I lived across the street from her when we lived in Grove City. I have a necklace and ear rings with a Loon and hearts that your mother made for me. I spent time painting with her at her house.
Donna & Gary Olson says
Jim & family, Our sympathy and prayers are with you.
Richard Skeate says
Can still here here voice and laugh looking at her picture. RIP my friend.
Steve and Verlyce French says
Sympathy to all members of Lois ‘s family.