Dear Lucie, It has taken me a long time to come to terms with your sudden departure and now everlasting absence. The pure joy and amazing positivity you brought with your presence everywhere, the smiles and laughter, but also great dedication and application for everything you created and contributed to. I was so incredibly fortunate to get to work with you for those 3 years in London, when everything was possible and you always helped making it real! They are very lucky to have you, there where you are now, surely again bringing joy and sharing laughter. Tomas

Lucie, I never imagined when I met you that I would be writing these words just 3 years later. You were one of the first people I met when I joined the team - I took one look at your smiling face (which I now know is always like that) and your head to toe Zara outfit and immediately felt at home. One of the highlights of my week would be sitting in the secret meeting room with you having a cup of tea and a chat before and after (and sometimes during) various meetings. I always thought we’d have more time to extend those meetings to after work drinks with our mutual friends but that only happened on a couple of occasions. At least now I will always know the pleasure and compassion that can be found in sitting down with a good cup of tea. You achieved so much and had much more to achieve. But your legacy lives on in the numerous lives you touched and in those of us you inspired to be better. Here’s to the friendship that could have been. x

Remembering the lovely little blonde - yes, blonde- haired girl, who sat ever so quietly alongside much noisier, naughty individuals in the back of my car as we drove to Priory Park Infants' School. All of the thoughts shared here show clearly that that little girl grew into an inspiring young woman, much loved, admired and hugely valued by everyone who knew her. We mourn her loss now and share the huge sadness of her lovely, loving family and all of her many friends.

Dearest Lucie, I remember when Lou introduced us, when I was just starting in Fab Clean and she was about to go on mat leave. She said, "don't worry, I leave you in the best hands". And I had no doubt. Your reputation preceded you. I only knew your professional side at the time, and while you were truly remarkable on that front, it's clear that it was only a tiny fraction of who you were. Your soul and personality are dwarfing that, as proven by all the notes everyone left you. It’s been so humbling to read, and it’s making me miss you even more – miss all the things we’ll never get to experience with you. I know it’s silly, but I also know you’ll understand: I’m terrified of watching anything with Fleabag. It reminds me of you and our talks way too much. Funny that the only photo I have of you is the side by side comparison you sent me. I hope there’s something after death. I hope your soul lives on in some better plane of existence. And for sure it will continue to live in our memories.

I loved working with you here and there. Shiny, happy, person. Shine on beautiful one.

Dearest Lucie Even though I I didn’t know you very well, it was always a pleasure when I did see you, I feel I got to know you better through the lovely conversations we had about you, I am deeply saddened. My deepest condolences and Thoughts are sent to the family. You will be sadly missed, Rest in peace lovely Lucie. Paula

Dear Lucie, This is incredibly difficult and sad to write but I want your family to know how much you were loved, respected and valued as a friend and colleague. You were the first person I was introduced to on my first day at Unilever. We didn’t spend much time together in Home Care before you moved to Beauty and Personal Care but I was so glad that you decided to return and join the Fabric Care team. I will remember your beautiful smile, your trademark curly hair and stylish chunky necklaces. I will remember your kind heart, your compassion, your positivity, your ability to see the lightness in everything and laugh even in the most difficult of times. You always had time for people and you put wellbeing at the forefront of the agenda. I will remember your intelligence, strength, ambition. Always the professional and always delivering excellence. You were and will continue to be an inspiration to me and to so many people. It is because of you that I tried baking again (after many previous failed disasters!), and it is because of you that I have made steps to take better care of my wellbeing. The world is missing a very bright star. You were taken from us too early, but I am privileged to have known you. You will live on forever in our hearts and memories. Rest in Peace Lucie. Vicky

Dear Lucie, I don't really know where to start, I'm still in shock that you are not with us, that I can't just chat to you on the many tea breaks we had over MS teams, I sometimes couldn't make the tea break and it's only now that I see that no homecare project was more important or urgent than a cuppa with you... I really miss you. I'm not sure you ever realised what a role model you were to me, your professionalism, your style , your easiness, your sense of humour. You inspired me to join the Time to Talk team at work and to put wellbeing front & centre and you inspire me to be a better person every day both personally and professionally. Thankyou for being you. Resh xx

Dear Lucie, You have been a partner, an ally, a friend, a team-mate, a coach, an advisor, and more over the past few years. I can't really express how much I enjoyed working with you, you brought a rare and precious mix of immense skill and intelligence, kindness, good sense and fun. Always human, patient and kind, yet sparky and funny. Passionate and knowledgeable, and just a pleasure to spend time with. We didn't see much of each other in person, yet we had a strong partnership. You had many, many friends and fans in the R&D community; it is a huge testament to your energy and generosity that you touched so many people. You will be so missed on every level, and will be thought of often. My heart goes out to your family. x

Dear Lucie, You made a deep and lasting impact on so many peoples lives, personally and in the work place. I have been amazed at how many people knew you in Unilever and in our agency partners who have reached out to say how much you meant to them as a person or on a project your worked on. You brought life and light to those who worked with you, your can-do attitude, always happy to help, and your optimistic, charming way was special to all of us. You are deeply missed and we think of you often.

To dear Lucie, I still hear your laugh and find it hard to believe you have left us. Through our chats I discovered you were a fantastic person to discuss dresses and styling with! You were taken too soon, but nothing can take away the love and laughs and kindness you gave to others. My heart goes out to your family and friends. Love, Susan xx

Dear Lucie. I hope you can feel all the love everyone in Unilever has for you. You were such a radiant soul. I will always remember your wet curly hair in early meetings and your positive energy, even during the tricky pandemic times. Work with you was so easy, which says a lot about not only how bright but mostly how wise you were. It is hard to understand why this happened and weird to be writing this message, but I guess what I'm trying to say is that you were one of these people that could leave a mark even on those who were not that close to you. Rest in peace Lucie. Abraços, Rafa.

To dear Lucie, Your spirited, happy and kind soul lives on through my memories of working with you. I were taken too soon and your star will be shining down on us always, with love your family at this time, Jane xx

Dearest Lucie I have tried to write this so many times and have welled up each time. I want you to know how much I am going to miss your big smile and contagious laugh. I will miss our chats about your insomnia and how you get up way to early to bake cakes or paint your nails. I was always in awe at the amount of time and effort you put into crafting your families Christmas presents. Thanks for the laughs, I will miss you. Heaven has certainly gained an angle. I will never forget you. Lots of love Carla

Dear Lucie, my heart is filled with extreme sadness and pain as I write this. We deeply miss your great aura and infectious smile each and every day....there wasn't even a single meeting which you didn't make exciting and you would help make even the most stressful times lighter with your amazing wit and humour. Thanks for all the wisdom, hope and cheer you have spread over the years in many brilliant ways and for filling our lives with the various roles you played - a great friend, philosopher and guide. Your kindness and empathy towards all will be dearly missed. Love Ritika

Lucie, it is so difficult to accept that you are not with us. You will not show up in our one on one meetings, you will not spread smiles at our team events, and you will not take such good care of our newcomers in the team. But I realize, you are still with us in everything we are doing. I became a better version of myself, just by working with you for this short period of time. It was impossible not to be impacted by your positive aura, and your human goodness. Similarly to me, you impacted so many other people around you in our teams, and beyond. We all learnt a lot from you. You never settled for good enough, your standard was always exceptionally high in everything that you did. You always took such great care of people around you, by coaching and nurturing them for a healthy personal growth. But what I valued most about you, was your exceptional empathy to people’s problems. Your great talent to help them recover from any personal challenge that life would throw at them. I was always impressed by the passion, and energy that you invested in helping others. And I know you had a trick: you generated your own energy from doing good to people. This is a special quality of the best people on this planet. And you belonged to this group. You made a big impact in this world, Lucie. Rest in peace. Kornel

Dear Lucie, It brings me great sadness to have to write this. I would just like to say how thankful I am to have known you, truly the best mentor I could of wished for. You offered me endless support, warmth, kindness and guidance, something I will always be so grateful for. I feel I have learnt so much from the time I had with you, how to develop in my apprenticeship role, but to also grow as an individual. You always had a lovely smile and your good humour was infectious, bringing so much positivity and passion to our team, I found you to be truly inspiring and will miss you greatly. Rest in peace. Love Emily Roberts xx

Dear Lucie, Gosh, I've tried writing this a couple of times and always came up short. I don't know the words that would honour your light enough. So I'll just say clumsily what is coming straight from the heart. We worked side by side for many years in Home Care, and I always considered you a partner and a friend. You taught me to wear long skirts - as yours were always fabulous -, and you taught me to love my curly hair, since you always wore your curls with pride. I love your sense of humour and your dry wit, and adore your laugh. It rings in my ears every time I think of you. You were the first Brit I befriended when I moved to London (over 8 years ago!), and you were my first ever contact into the British culture. Now I know you were not so representative (if I may use a CMI term) of the Millennial Brit - you were a much more sophisticated and mature version of what I see on weekends out :) I always thought we would have the chance to visit Cambridge and you could show me around. That city will now always remind me of you as well. I hope you are resting, and I hope you know how meaningful your life has been. You have touched so many lives with your personality and your kindness, and you will live forever in our hearts and minds. Love, Pri

Dear Lucie. It is with a very heavy heart to be writing this. You took me under your wing and introduced me to the world of Unilever and I couldn’t have asked for a better mentor. You were warm and welcoming and always had a smile. Your energy and enthusiasm were contagious, and I feel lucky to have had the pleasure of working and learning from you. Thank you for being you Lucie and making work a fun place to be. Your kind soul with be sorely missed. Love Natalie x

Lucie, I am so incredibly sad to be writing this but also so glad to have had the pleasure of knowing and working with you. For the best part of 10 years our UL journeys followed each other; starting with the good old days in Homecare, then helping to poach you over to BPC to join Nick and I in Camillo's dream skincare team (where you met your other half of team dot!), then fellow Dovelies ! I will always remember... - Your dry wit and contagious laugh. We shared so many at our desks and over drinks in the wine and Cava bars of Blackfriars! - Your creative talent, both in and outside of work. The delicious bakes that you would whip up at 4am before work and share with us and the gorgeous knitted hat, mittens and booties you made for Holly that I will treasure forever. - Your kindness and generosity. You always saw the best in people and gave so much of yourself to your friends, to your work and the causes that were so important to you. RIP dear Lucie. Thanks for all of the laughs and memories. The messages here show just how truly special and loved you are. You will so missed but never forgotten. All my love, Hannah xxx

Lucie, this deepest sadness and pain of losing you mixes with feelings of gratitude for the work, the intelligence, the talent, the kindness, and the friendship you gifted me. We have shared incredible times at skincare, BPC naturals, time to talk, and maybe even better time in our catch ups beyond work, talking about stuff the truly matters. I have been and continue to be truly honoured to have you in my team, and in my life. I miss you. I miss your generosity with others, seeing your genuine friendship with Laura and Nick, your contribution to others' life, with your volunteering, with your support to the cause of mental health, and with all your work as cmi. I cherish every conversation, every laughter, every project, every idea we ever shared. Your example, the example of that person that many, and definitely I, aspire to be, is your legacy. With all my love and gratitude. Camillo, or PC as you'd say with a smile.

Lucie, We will forever be connected by our shared time together at Unilever, joining within a month of each other in Laundry, and following each other to Skin Care years later. Your presence has been a constant in my time at Unilever, and it is hard to process the idea that I won’t see you there anymore. But in those ~10 years together we have shared so many great memories that I’ll never forget you! You were always so warm and welcoming, and whatever challenges we were facing, you always approached them with a smile and humour that made each day better for all of us around you. And whilst many of us can be guilty of acting too self-centred at times, your genuine care and passion for helping others was inspiring (even if at times that made the rest of us feel guilty!!). I will miss our frequent drinks nights out, the predictability of the conversation descending further into chaos with each sip of wine/gin, but the photos & one-second video compilations will last forever. And we’ll always have Bali – so happy & grateful that you made it out for my wedding, it really meant a lot to me! I hope there will be opportunities soon for those of us who knew you well to give you the fitting send-off that you deserve, we’ll keep you a seat free next to us and a glass of wine in case your spirit can join us one last time. So grateful for all moments of joy you have given me and the people surrounding us, your legacy will continue on through the vivid memories everyone has with you, and the fact that you’ve made each & every one of want to be kinder, better people just like you. Much love, Nick xx

Dear Lucie, I have no words and yet so much to say. You are, without a doubt, one of the best friends I have ever had. Whilst my heart is broken having to write this, it is also so full knowing that I had the privilege of knowing you and being your friend, not to mention all the amazing adventures and memories I have to cherish. As the classic overthinker I am, I’ve thought long and hard how I can best write a tribute to you and our wonderful friendship. In the end, I decided the most apt way would be a ‘game’ of Remember When – one we played over and over to laugh at the funny things one another did, said or the fun memories we never wanted to forget. I don’t want to forget a single moment of the joy you brought to my life, so here goes… 1. Remember when you thought you’d seen a celebrity in 100VE until we realised it was just ‘Andy from Foods’ who had been in a video in the Watergate Auditorium about 30 mins earlier. 2. Remember when we laughed at other people’s team names but then ironically became obsessed with a Dot water bottle that TEAM DOT was formed, a bond never to be broken and we arguably took it way too far with coordinating dot outfits and infinite references to dots. Let’s face it, nobody else really got it, but I quite like it that way 3. Remember when we came up with secret nicknames for everyone and when we told Camillo we called him Papa Cool, he thought we were calling him the pope #lostintranslation 4. Remember when we watched Royal Family documentaries and drank ALL the prosecco when I was staying at yours (Apricots) and you agreed to dress up as Prince Harry playing rugby for my 90s themed 30th birthday party? In the end, I didn’t bother with a theme but never one to go back on a promise, you came in a rugby polo and a Prince Harry mask and it was the best surprise of the entire night. Thank you for ALWAYS keeping your promises, you are one in a million. 5. Remember when I surprised you for your birthday (which I loved despite your ‘bday curse’) and we went to go see the Strictly Ballroom Musical but the birthday curse struck again and there was a burst pipe half way through the performance and we had to down two pints of gin and scarper. It was a good excuse to go back though and thoroughly worth the wait. 6. Remember when we went to Rainforest Café the night before your birthday and I got the waiters to sing Happy Birthday to you, like they do for all the kids. You hated the attention but loved the joke. I will watch that video back on your birthday every year. 7. Remember when you pronounced your own middle name wrong 20 minutes after lecturing me about the origins of its pronunciation. 8. Remember when we became obsessed with THE BOOT and I finally realised it was the modern-day version of a cast. I have a ridiculous number of boot photos from all around the world but the best sighting was definitely when you met a group of lads on the tube who ALL had a boot. Not only was this quite the sighting but you also struck up conversation with randoms on the tube for it, which in itself was quite unusual! We laughed about this memory just the week before you left us. 9. Remember when we would spend all night in the photo booth at every UL event 10. Remember when the only thing RST liked about our GBHC was the agenda slide. Fortunately not at all reflective of how utterly brilliant you were at your job, this nobody can deny 11. Remember when you came to visit me in Amsterdam and we loved the ‘all you can drink’ canal boat so much that we ditched other plans and went back on it, because booze + canals = what’s not to love? 12. Remember when I thought witnessing your mortgage was a huge honour and then became obsessed with Apricots. You later explained it was more a ‘right time, right place’ situation, but given how important I thought it was, convinced me you would need to do the same when I bought a place. I’ll have to think long and hard who possibly deserves that honour when the time comes. 13. Remember when we went to the Steps reunion concert with Tor and Beth and you made us 5, 6, 7, 8 t-shirts. That was a fantastic day. Steps was a huge part of my childhood but their songs, particularly One for Sorrow, will always remind me of you now. 14. Remember when we formed the spirit animal committee. We were very good at it but none were as accurate as mine and yours. You are a cat, Lucie Wood. I love the cat / dolphin video on YouTube that just perfectly summed up our friendship #needy 15. Remember when we went to see dolphins in Bali!! The most magical morning. On balance, I think you felt it was worth the car sickness 16. Remember when you taught me all the random things, phrases etc. that I never knew I needed to know? Yes, you are a “card”, but I love you for that. Also all the Casanove Crew screenshots of you calling each other cards just really cemented my understanding of that particular term! 17. Remember when we wore matching gold dot outfits for the CMCO party and made Nick pose with all the pop art statues 18. Remember when every night out had to include a video of us singing and dancing to Despacito and it legit never got old 19. Remember when I realised that the best way to know if you were drunk was how squeaky your voice got 20. Remember when we were mentioned in Nick’s best man’s speech at his Bali wedding?! 21. Remember when we got FAR too carried away at Finns Beach Club in Bali for Nick’s wedding party, then needed ALL the soft drinks by the pool the next day. Your choice of hangover drinks still baffles me to this day – aloe juice anyone?! 22. Remember when you refused to go on the hotel slide in Seminyak because you were far too old to be doing childish things like that, but then sneaked on it on the way back from the room just to prove to me that you are an enigma, and you will find ways to shock me 23. Remember when every weekend was all about Strictly and if one of us had actual social plans, it was terrible news indeed 24. Remember when you started saying SO GREAT all the time and I had no idea you were taking the mick out of me (or that I said it so much), but it stuck in the end and it was sort of a Team Dot thing 25. Remember when we went out for drinks with RST, Chet and Oz and it was so random and so funny and neither of us remember why we found it so funny 26. Remember when we climbed up a VOLCANO!!! Ok, so you hated the climbing bit and it was blooming freezing at the top, but the sunrise views were spectacular and I was so proud you managed it with your “Nemo fin”, and of course you didn’t complain at all. You always put others wishes first, such an incredibly special and unique trait 27. Remember when we went on swings over the Balinese rice fields and it was just wonderful 28. Remember when I got promoted and we went for Team Dot celebration drinks by the Thames and the London sky was so dreamy we decided to do a photo shoot. That photo is still your WhatsApp photo and I love it so much 29. Remember when we became obsessed with One Sec Camera. Nick and I will continue the tradition in your honour but it will never be the same without you. How grateful I am to have all those hilarious little moments stitched together to treasure forever 30. Remember when we went to Windsor Castle to see Meghan Markle’s wedding dress on display and it was just magical. So magical in fact, we got our passes converted to annual ones and you took your mum and relived the experience all over and had “the best time ever” once again. You will always be Meghan’s #1 fan, you’d have LOVED the interview she did with Oprah 31. Remember when I was leaving London to move to the Netherlands and you made me Remember When playing cards. I’ll treasure them, all of these and so many other memories with you forever 32. Remember when we were working out how you “CMI family” was. You were the best pretend big sister, the greatest confidante, supporter and most wonderful friend I could have ever wished for I am so incredibly lucky to have shared these and so many more precious moments with you. Your values, strength and self-assurance have been such an inspiration to me and so many others. Your friendship meant and still does mean the world to me. You will forever be one of the greatest people I have ever known. I love and miss you so very much, Lucie Wood. This is “the worst”. All my love always, Laura Gray xxx

For lovely Lucie: for your warmth, smile, fabulous style (I was always so jealous of your skirt collection), dry sense of humour, intelligence and always finding time for friends, colleagues or for a glass of wine. I'm grateful to have known you, and so sad to be writing this now. Just reading some of the memories and comments here, you are so warmly loved, and will be hugely missed. Thanks for your kindness, care (and willingness to always share a cynical comment or two with me) and brightening up my work days. Thank you Lucie 1, with much love and sympathy, from Lucy 2 xx

Lucie, I can't believe we are writing messages to you rather than being able to see you and hug you and laugh about things as we should be doing. We should be looking forward to a theater trip or planning what we will wear to the Christmas party (you and Laura in Dots of course). I have been looking back at every photo and every message and all I can say is thank you. Thank you for being our friend, for all the support and kindness you showed us, for every smile, every laugh, every dance, for every thoughtful gift you crafted (I will treasure the pink booties and hat you knitted for Scarlett forever), for every hug, for always bringing your quiet strength and dry humor, for making every day at work brighter. I will miss your thoughtfulness, smile, your laugh, your curls. Love you Lucie. Sleep tight xxxxxxxxxxxx

pffff Lucie, Although we did not know each other very well, I heard wonderful stories about you. I feel your positive and caring energy through the words of my colleagues. I hope you rest in peace, you will be remembered! With Love Iris

I didn't really know you or worked with you but I have felt what people who did have felt since the news was broken. I pray for the family and loved ones to receive the fortitude required for such a time as this. Rest in peace, sweet lady. Lan

A wonderful kind soul who was lost too soon :( ..My deepest condolences to family, friends and fellow colleagues at UL who was close to her.. x Liezel

Ah Lucie! The world is a less brighter place without your bright happy smile. You have always given people an A and assumed they always have the best intention. Oh if only everyone else in the world were like you.. You'll be sorely missed! RUTH

If some people in life are radiators and some people are drains, Lucie, you were an Aga cooker! The warmth wit and wisdom you radiated brightened everybodys lives that were lucky enough to spend time with you. Your caring & compassion helped so many people. Recruiting you all that time ago back in Homecare remains one of the best calls I've ever made. And if you're up there watching, i hope you enjoyed the cake attempt at the weekend in your honour... i can see you laughing about that. RIP Dear Lucie. Alex

Lucie, I will always remember you smiling. We started together more than 10 years ago at Unilever in Home Care and you were a fantastic colleague to work with. You were well known across Unilever for helping others with their well-being and other charity work. I remember you telling me once about how you never slept much and how it drove your parents crazy when you were little (I have two small boys and I understand the feeling!). You will be missed. Lots of love, Corinne xxx

Lucie - You put a smile on my face, a spring in my step, an inspiration into my thoughts. Full of Caring, Gentle, Positive, Creative energy, you could lit up the room. You made the world a better place for everyone around you. Your energy has faded way too soon, but will forever be carried forward in my heart. Love, Myralda.

I have worked with Lucie for many years in the Homecare team as well as her being my line manager in Personal Care. I will always remember her bright smile and contagious laugh. She was always the life and soul of any team night out. She was the most caring person and her list of talents was endless. I particularly will remember her baking and her knitting baby clothes for all of us in the PC team that were expecting babies at the same time. We will never forget you. Hannah Watts (Unilever CMI team) xx

Remembering her wonderful and gentle soul will forever remain in our hearts. May Lucy rests in peace and may our Lord bless and comfort her family! Cris (Brazil)

I will always remember the fun times that we spent together in Home Care, the early mornings and late evening that we spent chatting more than working. You will be truly missed Lucie, but you will forever remain the queen of Consumer Connects. xx Katherine

We will miss your contagious smile Lucie, but it will forever be crafted in our hearts <3

I will remember Lucie for her bright smile, contagious laugh, her creativity in and outside of work; I learned so much from her about baking and craft materials; she will be sorely missed. Catharine

I worked with Lucie for a few years and she was not only a pleasure to work with but also a very fun & lovely person to be around. I will miss her dry sense of humour, her "force tranquille" and her wisdom. Her too early passing away leaves big holes in many people's lives, but the memory of her spirit will stay with us always.

Please accept my deepest condolences on Lucie's passing. May she rest in peace. Corinne DeLorenzo/Former CMI Colleague, Unilever

Truly sorry for your loss. I did not know Lucy personally and wish I did. Please accept my sincere condolences...

My best wishes to Lucie's family and Team-Mates on this terrible time, she will be missed as the great person and compassionate co-worker she was.

Lucie Lost but Loved You cannot think of Lucie And not see her smiling face Her cheery disposition That never shifted out of place I know I learnt in Science That light travels faster than sound But I always Heard That lovely Lucie Laugh Before I knew she was around I used to Joke with Lucie So often the bridesmaid when are you going to be the bride And she just smiled at me as if to say Lets wait for time and Tide But now our dearest Lucie Lost to us in her Prime She had so much to do and so much to give But we just ran out of Time So Godspeed our Lovely Lucie To that Heavenly Rest You inspire us to always Give to all our Best And Though this pain will linger On for quite a while We will Think of you with the Joy you brought Through your Everlasting Smile

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