Suzanne M Stasiewicz

Suzanne Marie Stasiewicz of Columbus, Ohio passed away on June 21st, 2021. She was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on August 23rd, 1960 to Nancy and Richard Stasiewicz. She attended Saint Michael School in Worthington, Ohio and Bishop Watterson High School in Columbus, Ohio. Suzanne graduated from Ohio University with a bachelor’s degree in political science and went on to earn her Juris Doctorate from the Moritz School of Law at The Ohio State University.

Suzanne practiced family and juvenile law with passion and dedication, often serving those most in need and continuing to work despite her recent illness. She had a special compassion for those who were marginalized and vulnerable, offering support to women, children and those suffering with mental health issues. Beyond her professional life, she was known for her honest advice and always saying what needed to be said. Through her willingness to help, she made many connections that became lifelong friendships.

Family and friends are truly blessed with the unique love and memories that Suzanne brought to their lives. She had a special wit and humor that made her easy to talk to and made those around her laugh hysterically. Suzanne always spoke eloquently, even at a young age, and was the founder of the number one club. Above all, she was always up for a debate, no matter the subject or how late in the evening it was.

Suzanne enjoyed live music and selected summer concerts every year to attend with friends which she called the “Summer of Love Tour” which always included Crosby, Stills and Nash and other bands from the 70’s. She was also known for her love of holidays, throwing parties and gift giving. She often celebrated with homemade barbeque sauce, blue cheese dip, Bombay Sapphire and bellinis.

Suzanne was the loving daughter of Nancy and the late Richard Stasiewicz; cherished sister to Brian (Veronica Robie) Stasiewicz and Karen (Joseph) Stimpfl; devoted aunt to Teri (Daniel) Hull, Gina (Adam) Findlay, Julia (Jose Polanco) Stimpfl, John Stimpfl, and Matthew Stasiewicz; great aunt to Danny and Tommy Hull, Elliott “Chubbers” Polanco, and Evelyn Findlay; and favorite friend to many.

The family wishes to thank Dr. Narendranath Epperla, Dr. Lapo Alinari, and the dedicated staff of the James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute for the compassionate care they delivered throughout Suzanne’s illness.

Family and friends may call on Thursday, July 1, from 4-7PM at the Schoedinger Worthington location, 6699 North High Street, Worthington OH, 43085. A funeral service will be held on Friday, July 2, at 10AM at St. Michael Catholic Church, 5750 North High Street, Worthington, OH 43085. In lieu of flowers, donations in Suzanne’s name may be made to the James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute Lymphoma Research Fund (Fund Number: 301910; https://www.giveto.osu.edu/makeagift/OnlineGivingDonation.aspx?Source_Code=DEV_AG-MED_CHRI-JamesWeb-ON-S&Fund=301910) and the Franklin County Children’s Services Children’s Fund (https://childrenservices.franklincountyohio.gov/how-to-help/donor-opportunities.cfm).