Candace Lynn Joppa

Candace Lynn (Nelson) Joppa, 51, passed away on August 25, 2026. She was born October 10, 1974 to Bill and Jarmella Nelson in St. Paul, MN.

Candace grew up with her family in Spring Lake Park as the oldest of four kids. Candace attended Woodcrest Baptist Academy, graduating in 1993. She graduated from Pilsbury Baptist Bible College in May 1997. After finishing school, she moved to Madison, WI and began working for Kraft foods. Her family eventually relocated to Minneapolis in 2004 where she worked for MCT as an onsite coordinator for 22 years.

Candace had four children who were her favorite people in the world- Hannah, Caitlin, Nate, and Sam. She loved crocheting, gardening, and stargazing. Candace also enjoyed working at craft shows with her mother, Jarmella and sister, Angela.

Grateful for sharing in her life are her children- Hannah Joppa, Caitlin (John) Diekman, Nathaniel Joppa, and Samantha Joppa. She is also survived by her parents- Bill and Jarmella Nelson, and siblings- Benjamin Nelson, Andrew (Kayla) Nelson, and Angela (Bob) Tjoens. She leaves behind other family members including many nieces and nephews.

Visitation will begin at 9:30 am Friday, September 4, 2026 at Woodcrest Baptist Church (6875 University Ave NE, Fridley, MN 55432). Funeral service will begin at 11 am. Interment will be at 12:15 pm at Morningside Memorial Gardens (11800 University Ave NW, Coon Rapids, MN 55448). A luncheon will follow back at the church.

Friends and family are welcome to sign the online guestbook.