Texas Woman Fights Cancer for Six Years, Leaves Behind Legacy of Love
Candiss Elizabeth Thompson passed away on August 4, 2026, surrounded by her family. Born in Spearman, Texas, on April 5, 1960, she lived a life filled with love and adventure.
Thompson's career spanned the travel industry, working as a gate agent for Delta Air Lines, corporate travel consultant for American Express, and Lockheed Martin. She later joined her family's business, dedicating herself to caring for her parents until their passing.
Despite being diagnosed with breast cancer in 2013, Thompson fought bravely for six more years after the disease returned as Stage IV in 2020. She decided to discontinue treatment and enter hospice care, surrounded by loved ones.