Candace L. (Walrath) Leon

Ms. Candace L. Walrath Leon, age 58, of Little Falls, passed away unexpectedly on February 26, 2026, in the comfort of her home in Boonville, NY, reuniting with her son Jacob.

Candace was born in Little Falls, NY to Robert and Constance Walrath. Candace had a blessed childhood with many cherished memories. She graduated from Little Falls High School. At one time Candace was married to Dayton Leon Jr. They had three children together. Candace enjoyed knitting blankets, being in the countryside, and had a great love for horses. Candace was a kind woman and a truly great mom. She will be missed dearly.

Candace is survived by her children; her son, Isaac M. Leon, whom she shared a special bond with and her daughter, Cassandra L. Leon. She also leaves her mother Connie Walrath, her siblings Kathy Feeter, Donna Vaughn, Scott Darling and Vicki Vanslyke and her grandchildren; Jamila Evans, Ahlaila Williams, Dave Williams Jr., Gavin M. Leon, and Christian Leon, Aliyah Leon, Jacob Jr. Leon and their mother, Heather Pata.

Candace was preceded in death by her father Robert Walrath Sr. Her beloved son Jacob Leon, as well as her siblings Keith Darling, Linda Walrath and Robert Walrath Jr. Candace was also preceded in death by her faithful K-9 companion Hunter.

Calling hours for Candace will be held on Thursday March 12, 2026, from 1:00pm to 2:00pm at the Enea Ciaccia Family Funeral Home, 4309 Acme Road, Ilion NY 13357 with funeral services commencing at 2:00pm with Deacon Wally Plock officiating. Burial will follow at Rural Park Cemetery in Little Falls, NY at a date to be announced in the spring.

Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Mohawk Valley Funerals and Cremations, located at 4309 Acme Road Ilion, NY. Online condolences can be left at www.mohawkvalleyfunerals.com.