Candace Short (née Curran) of Brookfield, passed of a sudden illness at age 67. Beloved wife of the late Sean; loving mother of Kaitlan (Terrance) Jones and Connor (Jacqlyn) Short; proud grandmother of Kennedy Jones, Ewan Short, Kiara Jones, and Finan Short; beloved daughter of Joan and the late James D. Curran; dear sister of Daniel Curran, Colleen (John) Capodice, Maureen (David) Stanko, and Christina (Byron Ruiz) Curran; dear sister-in-law of many; fond aunt and great-aunt of many.

Candy was raised by her mom and dad in Cicero, IL, along with her four siblings. She was a graduate of St. Frances of Rome, Immaculate Heart of Mary, and Morton College. As a teen, Candy met the love of her life Sean, and they were married for 40 wonderful years. The love she had for her children, their spouses, and her grandchildren was limitless.

Throughout her life, Candy enjoyed travel, whether a road trip to a National Park or abroad exploring her Czech and Irish roots. She liked to shop, thrift, and find a good deal. Many weekends and summers were spent at the family home on Magician Lake in Michigan, where Candy was an avid slalom skier. She loved music and going to concerts, often finding a closer seat. Some of her favorites were Elvis, John Prine, Stevie Ray Vaugh, Tom Jones, and Brandi Carlile.

Candy was employed at George Bagley and Company for 22 years, starting as part-time Office Assistant Manager and then full-time Office Manager. This year, she transitioned back to part-time to spend her summer enjoying her hobbies and time with her growing number of grandchildren.

Candy was an active member of Sokolice Tabor for 44 years. As a gymnast, she competed and performed at district, national, and international Slets. She was a volunteer Instructor, Physical Director, and most recently served as 2nd Vice President. In 2012, Candy earned the Central District American Sokol Presidents' Award for her lifetime of exemplary service to the Sokol organization and its principles.

Family and friends will be received at the Conboy-Westchester Funeral Home, 10501 W. Cermak Rd., Westchester on Sunday, August 2, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. A Sokol Service will be held at 4:00 pm, immediately followed by Chapel and Memorial Services. Interment private. For funeral information, call 708-F-U-N-E-R-A-L.