Candyce L. Thompson Wescott, 69, a resident of the Rouse Home in Youngsville, PA, and formerly of Clarendon, PA, was called by her loving parents to join them in heaven on Friday, September 30, 2016.

She was born March 15, 1947 to the late Howard and Christina Pusateri Thompson of Clarendon, PA. Candy graduated from Warren High School in 1965. She was of Catholic faith, celebrating at St. Clara’s and St. Anthony’s parishes. At a young age she found her passion of dancing and she continued dancing all through school where she added using a baton. Wow, could she perform! After graduating, Candy continued her passion of dance and baton by teaching children. She started the Candy Cane Twirlers who performed in many area parades and competitions. She also loved the color red, Bingo, listening to music and birds.

Candy is survived by her 3 children – Holly (Matt) Earle of Garland, PA, Brett Wescott (Margo Kifer) of Warren, PA, and Kelly Wescott of Pittsburgh, PA, 4 Grandchildren – Nathan (Jessie) Earle of Lander, PA, Brittany Blue of Clarendon, PA, and Jerimiah and Ryan Wescott of Pittsburgh, PA, as well as 1 great-granddaughter. She is also survived by her 3 siblings – Penni (Don) Moore of Warren, PA, Robert (Mary) Thompson of Pittsburgh, PA, and Kerry Thompson of Clarendon, PA, as well as her nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Candy was preceded in death by an infant son and many aunts, uncles and cousins who are welcoming her home where she is finally at peace. She will be greatly missed – Love you Mom!

Friends may call at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., 304 East Street, Warren, PA, on Tuesday, October 4, 2016 from 11:30AM until 1:00 PM at which time funeral and committal services will be held with Rev. Marcus Briggs, Chaplain of The Rouse Home, officiating. Interment will be in St. Joseph R.C. Cemetery, Warren, PA. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to help defray costs of funeral expenses may send donations to the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com