Kathleen Suizzo Obituary

I'm very sorry to hear of Lena's passing. We worked together at Brokers Risk in Chicago and she went out of her way to check in on how I was doing after I stopped working there. She was always so kind and empathic in every interaction I ever had with her. My most sincere condolences.

My heart goes out to Lena's family and friends during this difficult time. I knew Lena when she was with First Nonprofit and she welcomed me with open arms and a loving spirit. My memories of my time with her there were all wonderful and I cherish those to this day even 15+ years later. We are all better people because we knew her and that infectious spirit will live on with all that knew and adored her.

I was so very saddened to hear this news. My heart goes out to Tony, the boys, the dogs , and the entire Czulewicz family. Please know that you and Lena have been in my continuous thought and prayer. I will always remember her fondly and all of the good times and laughs we had growing up. May the Angels be with her and all of you as well during this difficult time. Sending love and Blessings. Becky Flahart (Rutkowski).

To My Czulewicz Cousins, I am so sorry for the passing of your Beautiful Sister Lena. she will be missed by all. She is now in the arms of your Dad and Mom, and watching over all of you. Cousin Deborah Sansone

So distressed to hear Lena is gone. All I keep remembering is her beautiful angelic look and smile every time I saw her. What a beautiful memory and heart print to leave behind on this earth. Thank you Lena. I’m praying for the entire family and know I am thinking of all of you during this time. Love cousin Carol. ❤

I 1st met Lena when she brought me in as a temporary employee on Halloween, 2005 at First Nonprofit Insurance. She opened the door wearing a bathrobe, curlers in her hair and her front teeth were blackened out. I immediately liked her. After a few years and now a permanent employee, I had to go to HR and request some time off for a medical issue. She had tears in her eyes and came around her desk to give me a hug. A couple years later, she stopped me as we were passing and asked me how I was doing. She gave me another big hug. Who in corporate America does that? Only Lena. She was special in so many ways. Her smile showed the world how beautiful she was both inside and out. So here is my virtual hug to Lena's family and friends. My sincere condolences on her passing.

Lena and I became fast friends when we started roles at a new company on the same day. Even though she and I only worked together for 2 years, she kept in touch. Lena will be remembered exactly as her family has described her, personally and professionally - always helping others, always genuine, always passionately supportive and kind. She was truly one of the best people I've ever known. Prayers to her family and many loved ones.

My dear friend Lena, who is forever in my heart and forever in my prayers:
Those who knew her were blessed
When we meet someone who shares our joys
Who knows when we are up or down
Who shows they care in so many ways
And never lets us down
That is who we can call our friend
With heartfelt sympathy.

It was an honor and a pleasure to meet such an inspiring woman.

Lena was a shining light in so many lives, myself included. She was so smart and funny and loved her family and friends so strongly. We had great conversations and so much fun. I treasure the last time we got together at my house in AZ in November 2017. What a fabulous time we had. I will miss her dearly. Sending love to Tony, Joey, and the rest of her family and friends.

Lena will always be remembered by me as a force of nature and one of my first work champions. I still have so many fond and fun memories years after. Love and prayers to all. She will be missed.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Our hearts and prayers go out to Tony, Joe and Nick at the loss of such a great lady. She's been a friend and a confidant for many years and her spirit is irreplaceable.