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Lisa Klitzky Obituary

Klitzky, Lisa Elizabeth 25, August 26, 2002, loving daughter of Marlowe and David Klitzky, dear sister of Julie, cherished niece of Marlene and Rick Kinsella, Sheila Klitzky and John Somogyi, beloved first cousin of Cari and Dan Kroll and Traci and Dale West, beloved cousin of many, cherished grand daughter of Hyman and the late Edyth Klitzky and Lorraine and Martin Spellman. Good friend to all who knew her. We are all better for knowing her. Recent graduate of Stevenson High School and University of Wisconsin with a degree in her beloved field of art. Funeral service 10:30 a.m. Thursday, August 29, 2002, at B'nai Torah, 2789 Oak St., Highland Park. Interment Montrose Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Lisa Elizabeth Klitzky B'nai Torah Memorial Fund, Highland Park, IL 60035 or to the University of Chicago Children's Cancer Center Research Fund, Attn: Dr. James Nachman, 5841 S. Maryland, MC-4060, Chicago, IL 60637. Info., 847-433-7100 Visit Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Aug. 28, 2002.

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Liesl Timmerwilke

October 29, 2002

Marlowe, David, Julie, Sheila, Marlene, and all of Lisa's extended family,



My most distinct memory of Lisa is how animated she would get when she would talk about DMB, and how she would try to get Marlowe to become an equally raving fan. The love and the banter were a neat thing to watch. Her joy for life was infectious and her laughter contagious, and days she happened to be in the office were brighter just because she was there.



I can only pray that the millions of happy memories of Lisa that you treasure in your heart will help you through the difficult times. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Suzi Nelson

September 26, 2002

Julie and Mr. & Mrs. Klitzky,

I knew Lisa through my good friend Julie, and I grieve for all of your grief. Julie, I found myself thinking about you literally hours before a friend of a friend here in D.C. told me your sister was sick. Your laugh has always been contagious, and I hope you are able to find it in these trying times and light up your parents' faces they way you always lit up mine.

Much love.

Jamie Smith

September 11, 2002

I don't know what to write - I am speechless - I keep retyping. I am so terribly saddened by this news. To all those who knew her much better than I, you are in my thoughts.

Joe Comitale

September 11, 2002

All of us at Bengard want to express our sincere condolences for your loss. There is nothing more tragic than the death of a young person with the best part of her life to come. Our thoughts are with your family during this period of hardship. Take solace in the fact that her suffering has ended.

Jeremy Ander

September 9, 2002

I didn't know Lisa well and haven't seen her in years, but for some reason can vividly picture her walking with a big smile through the hallways of Stevenson High School. My deepest condolences to the Klitzky's and all Lisa's friends and family.

Matt Feddermann

September 9, 2002

I just heard the news. I wish I had found out sooner. My deepest condolences to the Klitzky family.

Stacy Tominberg

September 9, 2002

Lisa was a classmate of mine through Junior high and Highschool. I remember her infectious laughter and friendly smile and the way she was very sweet to everyone who came in contact with her. My Condolences go out to her family and Friends. I am truely sorry for your loss. May you always remember the good times you Shared with Lisa.

Brian Olson

September 6, 2002

So sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Nora Luszcz

September 5, 2002

Dear Marlowe, David, and Julie:



Please accept our deepest sympathies for the loss of your daughter Lisa. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.



Love,

Bernie and Nora Luszcz

sheila klitzky

September 5, 2002

Your condolences are comforting. Those who knew Lisa know her spirit infected us. May her spirit linger on and inspire us. To the sweetest butterfly, I'll miss you so. Auntie Sheila

Richard & Marilou Tignino

September 3, 2002

We are deeply saddened to hear of your daughter's death. Our family has prayed for her while she was sick and we pray for her now and we also pray for your family during these painful times. I personally did not know her, my wife Marilou said that she was a very happy and courageous young girl full of life. My son Michael knew her from High School and said that she was liked by everyone with a fantastic personality. If we can do anything, anthing at all. We live right across the street from you. Please do not hesitate. Even just to talk. They say that there is a camaraderie between people who have lost children. The pain is so great that there are no words to describe it. We lost two children to cancer (Amy & Kristine (11 & 18), in 1985 and 1988. God Bless, Marilou, Rich, Laura, Richard Jr., Michael & our two angels Kristine and Amy.

Amanda Cohen

September 3, 2002

I will always remember Lisa as one of the nicest, friendliest, most talented people I was fortunate enough to meet at college. My sincere and deepest condolences to the Klitzky family.

Sean Gillis

September 3, 2002

My thoughts are with you! As I didn't know Lisa I have no doubt that she made an incredible impact in the lives of many (and it shows through the words written in this guest book). Try and go through your moments with the knowledge that the love you have for Lisa will never leave but only strengthen. Show the love you have for her to all you encounter.





Strength and spirit are from within you...may you dig deep and find all you possess!



Sean Gillis

Victoria Blumberg

September 1, 2002

I am thankful for the few days I was able to spend with Lisa, Julie, and David on their ski trip one winter. I enjoyed sharing in their fun and I could see the special relationship David had with both his beautiful daughters.

I share in your grief and send you my deepest love and sympathy.

Adam Kramer

August 31, 2002

I had the pleasure of getting to know Lisa and spending so much time with her while at UW. She is the nicest, sweetest, good natured person I have yet to meet. She simply is "As good as it gets". Unfortunately we lost touch as I went to grad school, but she always had and always will have a special place in my heart. My warmest wishes and deepest regrets to all of her family and friends.

Mary Keller

August 31, 2002

Dear Marlowe and David,



My memories are of a beautiful and sweet child years ago at Ravinia School. My thoughts and prayers are with you all and a special hug to Julie.



Love, Mary Keller

Larry Turner

August 30, 2002

David,



Please know that my staff and I offer our deepest condolences and ask that the powers above grant you and your family peace and strength during this time of mourning.



Larry Turner-Teresa Baber

and the entire staff at JT's Frames

Joe and Shelly Gillis

August 30, 2002

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We hope you find strength in love from your family and friends.

Beverly Gillis

August 30, 2002

Although I am hundreds of miles away my heart is in Chicago. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Trees have been planted in Israel in Lisa's memory.

Michael and Phyllis Mitzen

August 29, 2002

Dear David, Marlow and Julie,

We are so sorry. We love you and hope that you are comforted by all of us who are praying for you. Lisa will be missed by all.

Love, Michael and Phyllis

Karin Jurick

August 29, 2002

I never met Lisa, but I know that David & Marlow's children were the

love of their lives. What a lucky

girl to have had the deepest love parents can give a child. She made a

difference in this world and will be

missed by all who knew her and loved her.

Wishing the Klitzky family strength and togetherness - and may the happiest of memories surround you.

Bruce and Margo Fonoroff

August 29, 2002

We are devastated by the loss of this wonderful young lady who lit up every room. She was the best friend to our daughter. We will miss her presence. Our deepest condolences are with the Klitzky family at this time.

Steve Clancy

August 29, 2002

My most heart felt condolences go out to Marlowe, Dave and especially Julie...Everyone knows how beautiful of a person Lisa was and that will live on forever...

Jason Polakow

August 29, 2002

I remember Lisa for her friendly smile and kind-hearted nature. My condolences go out to her family and friends. She will be deeply missed.

Armand and Mary Ellen Capdevielle

August 29, 2002

Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Words seem impossible at a time like this. Please be assured that you are in our thoughts and prayers now and always.

Jenny Leski-Krill

August 29, 2002

I cannot say how sorry I am to hear of Lisa's passing...she was a sweet and wonderful person, that lit up a room when she was in it. To her family; know that the love you showed her was felt by everyone around you. I can honestly say I have never seen a family as loving as David, Marlowe, Lisa and Julie. Even though her body has left you, her spirit will always be a part of you and your family. Lisa holds your hands during this difficult time, and will throughout your lives. She will be deeply missed yet remembered fondly ALWAYS, by everyone who knew her. My deepest sympathy and kind thoughts are with you.

Melissa Feldman

August 29, 2002

I was a friend of Lisa's from Wisconsin and remember meeting Lisa for the first time. Lisa was there for everyone and always had a kind word to say. She had the sweetest smile and laugh. She always made sure people felt important and had the kindest heart. I feel so sorry for her loss and know that she will be deeply missed. My condolences go out to all of her family and friends.

Bill Gould

August 29, 2002

I was very sorry to hear of your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Ed Shpritz

August 29, 2002

Lisa had beauty, both physical and spiritual. She was loved by many for so short a time with us. I am better for having known her...

Adam & Amanda Gage

August 29, 2002

Our deepest sympathy to the Klitzky Family.

We didn't know Lisa that well..but from all the great stories we heard..she was and WILL ALWAYS be a wonderful person. She will be truly missed!!

Jamie Cochran

August 29, 2002

I will never forget the first time I met her. And like all of us-the times we shared. Lisa was blessed with a gift. And whether or not we slowed down and took notice, she showed it to us-each and every one of us.



She was the smile that we all came to her for.



And I adored her for that.

Stefanie Penner

August 28, 2002

To the Klitzky family,

My sincere condolences to all of your friends and family. Lisa will be missed greatly. I will always remember her beauty, courage and bravery.

Kimberly Kroll

August 28, 2002

I feel gifted for having known Lisa, for having felt comfort in her incredible hugs, for sharing in her heartfelt laughter, for getting to know each incredible part of her, for watching her imagination unfold in her creativity and for being her friend.



Lisa touched the hearts of all who knew her. She had a gift of bringing smiles to every part of one's being. She will continue to touch and inspire me...although her physical presence will be missed beyone measure.



My deepest sympathy to all of her family and friends.

Bryan “BJ” Nendze

August 28, 2002

The smile, the laugh, the sense of humor, the compassion for others, the creativity...



...we will all truly miss you Lisa!

Allen Mitzenmacher

August 28, 2002

My heartfelt sympathy is with you and your family. May it comfort you to know my thoughts and prayers are also present. Love and Gods Blessings always.

Patty Mitzenmacher

August 28, 2002

When a child comes into your life, it fills a special place inside your heart. Surely a star was dancing above when Lisa arrived, and through her remarkable inspiration,courage,strength,love and life. Let the brightest star above remind you of her smile, grace and peace.

In a place full of light, full of grace, full of family. May it bring all of you some serenity to know that the one you love, knows only peace now. My thoughts, blessings and prayers are with you and your family.

Love & God Bless You.

Ruth Blumberg

August 28, 2002

I feel so blessed to have had that special & wonderful time with Lisa, Julie, David and my daughter in Wyoming. A time that will always be remembered with love and remain in deep in my heart.

Michelle Howard

August 28, 2002

I had known Lisa since Junior High school and she was always friendly and outgoing. I enjoyed the time I spent with her in classes and during extracurricular activities. I extend my condolences to all of Lisa's family and friends. She will be missed.

Kelly Gordon

August 28, 2002

I met Lisa in college and I am glad that I had the opportunity to know her. I'll always remember her honesty and her ability to make people laugh. My deepest condolences go out to her family and friends.

TOM MATEJA

August 28, 2002

Lisa's ability to make people smile and see the humor in difficult situations are just a couple of the things I'll always remember about her. I am blessed for having known her even for a little while. I can picture her smile now.

Kieran Delaney

August 28, 2002

I only wish I had known. The world was a better place for having know you.



"And we shall meet and we shall miss her, there shall be one empty chair..."

Mary Siebler

August 28, 2002

An angel so young

Will certainly fly high;

As you did in life,

You'll soar thru the sky.



Those left behind

Will ever endear

The thoughts and the memories

Of each of your years.



Your years were way to short!!!!

Niki Buse

August 28, 2002

I miss Lisa terribly, but I try to remember the fun, not dwell on the sadness. Lisa would've been the one holding us and trying to cheer us up. She was loving and was in turned loved by more than she'll ever know. A light so bright cannot die, it will be carried on within us all. My love goes out to all of Lisa's family and friends.

Brian Chalmers

August 28, 2002

I am , as we all are, lucky to have known Lisa. She was and will always be sunshine in our lives.



My condolences go to the entire Klitzky family and all of us who suffer from this loss. And to Dani who kept us informed throughout this tragic event. You were a great friend. May Lisa's light shine on all of us.

Lauren Mermel

August 28, 2002

Although I hadn't seen Lisa in years, she was a cherished acquantance from junior high through high school. I remember her for her friendly smile, huge heart, and intelligence. I know she will be deeply missed. My thoughts and prayers are with her friends and family.

studio one east

August 28, 2002

Our deepest condolences go out to the Klitzky family.

Lisa was wonderful young lady and will be sorely missed.



Bill Willson

Bill Scheffler

Mark Sabbe

August 28, 2002

One can never express enough at a time like this. I knew Lisa from work at Grayscale. She was the heart of the place; the only shining spot. The hours were long, the work hard and the experience not always pleasant. But, Lisa made it fun. Her infectious joy crept into the darkness and made it tolerable, even pleasant. We are all better people for knowing her.

Max Kurman

August 28, 2002

Some of my most fond memories of high school include Lisa's kind heart and radiant smile.

Clifford & Audrey Chapman

August 28, 2002

David--Sorry to hear my depest condolencens Cliff & audrey

Harry & Helene Rhode

August 28, 2002

Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. We enjoyed seeing Lisa in June at my parents anniversary party. She was a special young lady.



All our love,

Harry, Helene and family

Linda Nedohin

August 28, 2002

I am overwhelmed with disbelief and sorrow, not only because you have left us but because you had everything going for you and it taken away from you so soon, you will be missed deeply, not only by me, but mostly by your family. I only knew you a short time, but I feel I've lost a family member and let me tell you how broken hearted I am. God Bless You and Your family.

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