Kara Michelle Candler (nee Mathis)      Fri., Sept. 26, 2025

Beloved wife of Randy Candler; dear mother of Libby Mathis; dear daughter of Michael and Kathy Mathis; dear sister of Nicole (Ryan) Winterbottom, Chad (Danielle) Mathis; Aunt Rara of Isla, Ava, the late Addie, Chase, Ella, Grayson, Caden, Katie, Jacob, Elizabeth, Caleb, Emily, Reece, Nicholas, Abigail, John, Jack and Allison; great aunt of Sutton Tate and Stella; dear daughter-in-law of Nancy and the late Roy Candler; dear niece of Debbie (Bill) Prater, Kathy Courtois and Tina (John) Rizzo; dear sister-in-law of Lisa (Matthew) Riechmann, Deborah (Rick) Wood, Christine (Darran) Griggs and Brian (Sara) Candler; our dear cousin and friend

With heavy hearts, we share the loss of a beloved wife, mother, daughter, aunt, and friend. Kara's life was filled with love, laughter, and warmth. She found joy in crafting, traveling, listening to live music, and spending time with her family and friends. Kara will be remembered for her caring heart, quick wit, and loving spirit. She was a devoted and wonderful mother whose warmth and humor touched everyone around her.

Visitation at the Ortmann Stipanovich Funeral Home, 12444 Olive Blvd., Creve Coeur, MO on Sun. Oct. 5, from 1-5 p.m. Service at 5 p.m.

Ortmann Stipanovich Funeral Home
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