Name: Visitation for LISA ANN POTTS-POLITO
Start: 2017-01-04T22:00:00.000Z
End: 2017-01-05T01:00:00.000Z
Location: Sullivan Family Funeral Homes & Cremation Service - Hinsdale

POTTS-POLITO, Lisa Ann Age 50, at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, New York, passed peacefully on December 28, 2016. Lisa, a resident of Westport, Connecticut, was born in Evergreen Park, IL, on August 30, 1966 and was raised in South Holland and Crete, IL. A leader in the hospitality industry, Lisa was most recently Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Trump Hotels and was previously a long-time senior executive at Starwood Hotels. Lisa was predeceased by her parents, Richard Austin Potts and Anne Marie (Byrnes) Potts. She is survived by her husband, Vincent T. Polito; her siblings, Dr. Steven Potts of Chicago and Susan Kluskowski of Stillwater, Minnesota; nephews, Jacob and Nicholas Kluskowski of Minneapolis, MN; brother-in-law, Mario Gonzalez and sister-in-law, Janet Polito of Yarmouthport, MA; brother-in-law, Robert Polito and sister-in-law, Janice Bicchieri of Baltimore, MD; brother-in-law, James Polito of Melrose, MA; nephew, Christian Polito and niece, Francesca Polito of Herndon, VA, and by her many friends. Lisa was a woman of strong Catholic faith; she touched the lives of countless co-workers and friends and was truly beloved by all. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 4, 2017 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Sullivan Funeral Home, 60 South Grant St., Hinsdale, IL. Funeral Thursday, January 5, 2017. Family and friends will meet for a 10:00 AM Funeral Mass at St. Barnabas Catholic Church, 10134 S. Longwood Dr., Chicago, IL. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Alsip, IL. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Lisa's memory to Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, http://mskcc.convio.net/goto/lisapottspolito or Catholic Charities of Fairfield County Connecticut, www.ccfairfield.org/donate. For Information, please call 630-323-0275 or visit

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Published by Boston Globe from Dec. 30 to Dec. 31, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for LISA POTTS-POLITO

33 Entries

Rick Snyder

July 15, 2017

I'm so sorry to hear of Lisa's passing. I knew Lisa at Bradley. I remember we were paired up on the homecoming court our Jr. year. She was one of those incredibly positive people who really cared about others, beautiful inside and out. My condolences go out to her family and friends. The world lost a special person...

Susie King

February 28, 2017

I'm saddened by the loss of Lisa. She was an amazing person that touched the lives of many, always leaving a lasting impression. Rest in peace Lisa.
-Susie King

Kevin M. McNally

February 17, 2017

While visiting with old Starwood Friends, I mentioned Lisa and learned today, 2/17 of Lisa's passing. My heart and soul is sad. I am so sorry Vinnie and to all her friends and family. Lisa and I shared many ITT Sheraton/Starwood adventures. Her smile, her laughter and those eyes that shared what a great soul she was and who brought joy to many. The only words that come to mind is from the bible: I am with you always. I learned of her battle and sent messages through LINKED IN. When inquiring about her, the response was she is fighting. All I can do, what we can do is reflect and celebrate this soul who brought so much to us all. Thank you my friend and more...you are missed. I know in Heaven you are smiling and saying it will be ok. It will be ok because of knowing you. Amen.

Kent Henderson

February 1, 2017

A close college friend of Lisa, our communications had grown pretty infrequent. What a tremendous woman. She always knew she wanted to be in the hotel business from age 19, and I recall her first training w Hyatt where she made beds for a month amongst the many training activities. Her dad encouraged her to save some money and buy a manual transmission car after college-- a Nissan Sentra. There was a problem however. She didn't know how to drive a stick shift car. My teaching her in her Lombard, IL apartment parking lot remains one of the top 5 most hilarious events in my life. My best to Vinnie and all who were close to Lisa.

Louis Roden

January 21, 2017

Rest In Peace Lisa...

Nicolas Vega

January 12, 2017

I just learned of the sad news of Lisa's passing. I had the honor of working with her at Starwood.
Always with a great smile and a big hello. This is how I will remember her. My condolences to her family.

Michele Bonham

January 7, 2017

Lisa was one of those people I will always remember with a smile. We were Sigma Kappa sorority sisters at Bradley and I feel honored to have known her. Deepest condolences.

Mark Wiemelt

January 5, 2017

Steve, Sue and Vinnie,

It was a beautiful and memorable ceremony for a beautiful and memorable friend.

Duke

Carla Olivier

January 5, 2017

I was very very sad to learn of Lisa's passing. Such a beautiful woman inside and out. It was a privilege to know her and to work with her.

Julie Mueller-Pearson

January 5, 2017

Lisa was also my sorority sister in Sigma Kappa and such an inspiration. She will be remembered fondly and with joy. It was a true pleasure to have crossed her path in college. She was one of those people who truly touched your heart and will always stay there. My condolences.

Shannon McLean Symonds

January 5, 2017

Lisa was a bright spot in my last two years at Bradley. I was proud to be her pledge mom at Sigma Kappa. Lisa brought happiness and love to those around her. I was happy to read about her career success when looking for her a few years ago. My thoughts and prayers are with Lisa's husband and her family in their loss of Lisa and her beautiful spirit.

Cathy Ramel- Wiemann

January 5, 2017

Lisa was my Sigma Kappa sister at Bradley University. She had a great smile and was a beautiful person both inside and out. She will truly be missed by her sorority sisters and will be remembered fondly. My prayers and thoughts are with "Potsy's" family and friends during this difficult time.

Judy Hogan Lichtenberger

January 4, 2017

Lisa was my sorority sister at Bradley University. She was so sweet and kind and always had a smile on her face. I am so sad to hear of her passing. Way too young. May she rest in peace and may her memories fill the hearts of her loved ones.

Garine Ferejian-Mayo

January 4, 2017

Lisa was truly a pioneer in the hospitality industry. She was kind, generous, giving and a wonderful coach. It saddens me that she was taken away from all of us, especially her family, at such a young age. Even when she went thought difficult times in the past 2 years, she kept her spirits and responded to emails and texts to stay in touch. We will always keep Lisa in our thoughts and share positive moments of how she personally touched our lives. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family during such a difficult time ahead.

Heather Reilly

January 3, 2017

Lisa was my first mentor upon joining Starwood in 2008 in Stamford, and I learned so much from her for both sales and leadership - she was my role model. My heart breaks on hearing of her passing, and I pray that she is able to rest in peace, I will always remember her kind smile and instructive guidance. My thoughts and prayers to her family and friends - Lisa is truly missed!

Hutch

January 3, 2017

Lisa Potts.... helpful and approachable to co-workers, colleagues and customers. In my 14 year experience, Lisa was a joy to work with, always cool under pressure, positive, and most thought, the smartest person in the room. Our loss is Heaven's gain.... Lisa.... can I call you for a comp eternity!!! :) Hutch

a loved one

Sent Flowers

January 3, 2017

I'm so saddened to hear that Lisa has passed. She was a class act and a great human being. I hope that her family finds peace in the days ahead. God Bless!

Jill Hurley

January 3, 2017

To Lisa's husband and family, my condolences on Lisa's passing. I am heartbroken by this news. I was in conference services when Lisa was the director of sales at The Westin Copley Place Boston. Hands down one of my favorite people to work with. I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.

Dave and Leslie Sargent

January 2, 2017

We were so sorry to hear about Lisa. What a beautiful warrior- a kind and gentle soul. Dave and I have known Lisa since her days at Hyatt O'Hare and we were thrilled to watch her grow and thrive as a leader in the hospitality industry.
I don't think an unkind word ever crossed her lips- truly an exceptional person- trusted wife and friend.
She will be missed and fondly remembered. All our love.

Sam Boyd

January 2, 2017

I'm so sorry to learn of the passing of Mrs. Potts-Polito. It's so good to know that she is now in God's memory and not suffering anymore. Please take comfort in the future blessings found at Acts 9:36-41.

Margie Sitton

January 1, 2017

My sincere condolences to Vinnie and all of Lisa's family. Lisa and I were part of the Starwood family and worked as Regional VP's of sales and marketing. Lisa was always smart, beautiful, elegant and fun. The world has lost an exceptional person. She did so much good for so many. I guess God decided her work on earth was done. Even how she endured the cancer was inspiring. Still...so young and will be so missed.

Adriana Molina

January 1, 2017

My deepest condolences to Vinnie and the rest of the family. I'm heartbroken at the loss of such a beautiful person. Lisa's kindness and genuine love for others touched and enriched many people and I will forever be grateful to have had her as a friend.

Mohini Merchant

January 1, 2017

I knew Lisa at Starwood and always loved and had great respect for her. When I learned that she was joining us at Trump, I literally shrieked with happiness in the middle of a meeting! I sent her a welcome note and wanted to help her with anything she needed. Lisa was my boss at Trump and through difficult times she was always always there for me. So really she was the one that helped me in the end. She was an incredible, remarkable soul and she had this amazing way about her - everyone just wanted to be around her. Even when I had sent her a note a while ago asking how she was, she instead asked me about myself and my family. I cannot imagine what she went through and I am deeply deeply saddened by her passing. I will try to keep her spirit alive with practicing the same generousity and warmth she showed everyone she met.

She is unbelievably loved in the hospitality industry and is truly a legend that will never be forgotten.

Naomi Perez

December 31, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss. Lisa was beautiful inside and out. She was a leader who shared her knowledge with many.
May God comfort you during this difficult time.
Naomi Perez worked with Lisa at the Sheraton NY.

Elizabeth and Mary Beth Peters

December 31, 2016

Steve and Sue:

We are so sorry hearing about Lisa. Words cannot describe how difficult this time is for your family. We always remember all the fun times that we had playing together and the times that our families got together. We will keep you both in our prayers. God bless you both.

Jaynie Phillips

December 31, 2016

When Lisa started in the business so many years ago at the Hyatt Regency O'Hare, I had the pleasure of training her...and so many years later, I had the same pleasure of working with her at Starwood. What a sweet and kind lady. Always had a smile on her face and a kind word. I'm so saddened to hear this and I wish all who knew her and loved her comfort in knowing how respected she was by all. My sincere condolences.

Nancy Miller

December 31, 2016

My heartfelt condolences to Lisa's husband and family for the loss of such a beautiful person inside and out. I first met Lisa 20 something years ago when I joined the Sheraton Chicago National Sales Office and Lisa worked at the Sheraton Chicago. As Lisa soared to high levels of leadership she remained the same lovely and down to earth person I first met years ago. My heart breaks for the loss of such a special and amazing human being. We will miss your deeply Lisa.

Terry Lewis

December 31, 2016

All,
I was very fortunate to cross paths with Lisa when I first moved to New York in 2008. Lisa was kind, generous with her advice and time and ALWAYS made sure to watch over her sales folks. She was very, very helpful when there was a problem and never hesitated to jump in to fix difficult situations. Her smile was contagious. We have lost a not only a great person but also a great leader. She schooled many hotel sales managers and DOSMs and her legacy will last for many years. My deepest condolences to all of you in her family. I know you will miss her terribly as will all of us!

Warm regards,
Terry Lewis (Sheraton New York)

December 31, 2016

a true spirit for me and for those that she touched.. And she touched many in such a positive way...Boston will always remember her!!!!

December 31, 2016

Our deepest condolences to you and your family on the loss of your beloved wife. We can't imagine what you are going through. But may you find comfort on this words 1 Thessalonians 4:14

December 31, 2016

I'm very sorry for your loss of such a dedicated woman. May the family and close friends be strengthen and comforted by warm loving memories as you rely on the God of tender mercies to help sustain you during this stressful time.

From the Staff of Sullivan Funeral Home

December 31, 2016

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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