Ronald L. Candler Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Ronald L. Candler of Prairie du Rocher, Illinois, whose life came to an end on August 15, 2025 at the age of 81, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Ronald L. Candler or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
He was predeceased by: his parents, James H. Candler and Anna Candler; his brothers, Roy Candler and James Richard Candler; his in-laws, Russell and Eileen Braun; his sister-in-law Barbara McDonough; and his nephew David Harbaugh.
He is survived by: his wife Jo Ann Candler Prairie; his children, Rhonda Beaulieu Prairie (Rob), Bobbi Moore (Dave), Renee (Michael) and Rusty Candler Prairie (Jenny); his grandchildren, Randi Beaulieu, Rachael Seymour (Shawn), Rian Beaulieu (Davey Samples), Mackenzie Sharp (Alex Weisman), Cameron, Rebekah Moore, Dillon Neal (Kaitlyn), Damion Neal (Jadi), Derek Neal (Faith), Dominic Neal, Devin Neal, Annabeth Candler, Lynnette Candler, Andrew Candler and Craig Candler; his great grandchildren, Stephen Beaulieu, Jakoby, Jasper Seymour, Brantley, Kinsley Hall, Emberlyn, Evan, Ezra and Hazley Neal; his sister Rosemary Wiesen; and his siblings-in-law, Nancy Candler, Linda Harbaugh (Dave), Terry Braun (Linda), Ronnie Braun (Pearl), Randy Braun (Tina), Cindy SchnepelTiny Mate and Troy Brandenburg. He is also survived by Numerous Nieces, Nephews, Cousins.
Visitation will be held on Friday, August 22nd 2025 from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Pechacek Funeral Homes (1340 W Market St, Red Bud, IL 62278). A memorial service will be held on Friday, August 22nd 2025 at 7:00 PM at the same location. The inurnment will be held on Saturday, August 23rd 2025 at 10:00 AM at the Gilbert Cemetery.
