Candace A. Korzenko

Candace Korzenko (1947- 2025)

Candace A. Korzenko, 77, of Stuart, Virginia passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on February 20, 2025. Surrounded by family, Candy proudly wore her Celtic cross as she crossed over to be reunited with her late husband, Stanley Joseph Korzenko.

Born June 4, 1947, in Norwalk, Connecticut, to the late Cornelius O’Marra and Agnes Moriarty O’marra.

Candy grew up to be a lover of nature, art, travel and animals. She nurtured the world around her through her art, gardening, and culinary talents. Her arms and heart were open for whomever needed love, and her house never ran out of room for a stray four-legged friend. She was a nurturer by nature, and everyone loved her for it. To quote a dear friend, “Candy was a very special lady, like no other.” She was always a free spirit, and during her 77-year life she stayed true to herself, even as that sense of self-evolved. Candy was not only a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, but also a published writer, a Virginia Master Gardener, and an accomplished artist. She will forever be a central pillar for her children and grandchildren.

Candy is survived by her five children: Karen Sama (Jim Logan), John Taggart (Jennifer), Catherine Taggart (Elaine Grehn), Paul Taggart (Samantha), and Heather Richards (Bill Brague); her siblings: Maureen Phipps (Dave), Sue Paskura (Jim), Dayle McBreairty (John), Cornelius O’Marra, and Agnes Chamberland; 10 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren, and numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.

Private services will be held at a later date.

Potential Charities:

Friends of the Earth: Friends of the Earth • Learn More About Us

The Nature Conservancy: Limited-Time Matching Fund | The Nature Conservancy

Save the Bee Save the Bee | Happy Bees, Healthy Planet

Wright Funeral Service & Crematory is serving the family. Online condolences may be made at www.wrightfuneralservices.net