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I’ll cheat and publish the email I sent yesterday with some photos from the play Sue and I were involved in at Kingswood College in Year 11.
Dear Jean & Geoff
Sue appeared to have come to terms with the reality of her cancer
(medical training gives perspective) and she still looked amazingly robust (in the photos)
we spoke on Facebook occasionally but not face to face for ages.
I knew from what she and mum told me how things were going but it”s hard
to imagine a world without her in it.
I found a couple of photos from Kingswood days that you may not have (no
idea who took them), it has Barb’s husband in it too.
It’s a little piece of her, Christopher might appreciate,
I plan to attend the internet service and mum said she’ll send me the link.
Thanks to COVID I can go to the funeral virtually from Perth
Sue was a fabulous person, universally liked who didn’t deserve to die
on the cusp of her 50th birthday.
Christopher didn’t deserve to lose his mum so young and none of you
wanted to lose a daughter, sister, friend …
We were blessed to have her in our lives for the time we did
There’s really nothing else I can say, I’ll see/connect with you at the funeral.
Love
Cathy Manners
XXX OOO
This app doesn’t accept photos so for those interested in seeing them I sent copies to Jean or you can contact me directly and I’ll email them to you.
They show the cast of our school performance that Sue and I played leading roles as Pirates of Penzance the daughters of the Major General,
Coincidentally Barb married the boy who played the Police Chief in the same production 🙂
Sorry my math doesn’t work so well when I’m sobbing, I’ve been 37 for over 20 years and Sue looked like she could utilize the same motto: ‘Find an age that’s credible and stick to it’, she was technically a little past the cusp of her 50th birthday.
Yesterday and Sue’s passing reminded me that I must always tell people that matter to me that they do, not much use realizing that when someone is gone (to them anyway).
She flitted past me on Facebook and although she had told be about her cancer because she was always there hovering on the RHS of my screen my brain assumed she would always be there then she wasn’t. I’m sorry Sue, I assumed you knew how I felt please forgive me from heaven 🙂
Hi Cathy. I only just found out about this. So sorry to hear about Sue. I didn’t really know her that well but I was a good friend of her sister Barbara(we were in the same year). I remember Sue being very friendly and full of life. PS who did Barbara marry from Kingswood College?
You gave a little piece of yourself to everyone Sue. I will cherish what you gave me and what you taught me forever. We’ll meet again someday. ❤️🌹🌹🌹🌹
You will be so missed Sue. I loved our chats at work & at the gym. You were an inspiration to us all with your determination, strength, kindness & care for all. Until we meet again, love & condolences to your beautiful family ❤️💐
Sue you were such an inspiration. You showed such crouage and you always looked on the positive side of life. I will miss you my friend. Rest in peace xxxx
Sue, what a pleasure it was to work with you, chat with you at school and coffee shops and sadly meet up with our kids at canteen events. You have shown me resilience, love, compassion, care and strength and I am forever blessed to have shared a part of your life. You have left a footprint on my heart that can never be erased, rest easy my friend, you’ve earned your angel wings xxxxx
Beautiful woman , gone too soon, still remember her beautiful smile, my thoughts and prayers to family and friends, RipSusan♥️
I will miss you my friend. Thankyou for all you did and said. Fly high and rest easy now. I know you heard me when l said goodbye at the hospital…. l know you heard me….. love you x
Sue was a beautiful woman. So passionate caring and considerate. Will miss you Sue Forever in our hearts. Rest In Peace beautiful lady. Margaret
To a beautiful, strong, loving and caring friend, who was also very independent and determined to do things herself. Thankyou for allowing me to help you when you needed it. I will always cherish our friendship and remember your beautiful smile. Spread your wings and fly like the Angel you are ❤❤❤❤
I learned of the death of Susan Oates through her sister Barbara Lacey. Although her death was expected please know that you are not alone at this time.
I’m deeply saddened and would like to express my sorrow and condolences to her family. Susan was a courageous young woman who never faltered in her determination to fight her illness. I admired the way she thoroughly researched all available treatment options, asked direct and open questions, and remained optimistic. I still remember her beautiful smile, my thoughts and prayers to family and friends, RIP Susan.
We miss you so much sue, I still can’t believe you are gone. You were such a strong beautiful lady and we were so lucky to have you as our neighbor and friend.
No words. Miss you Sue, daily Love to family.
Sue was such a beautiful person with a caring soul. Thoughts are with Christopher and Sue’s family.
Sue, you were truly someone very special and you will be deeply missed. Much love to Christopher and family.
Sue, you have a beauty and strength of character like no other. I learned so much from you about life and how to focus on the good and present moment. I will miss you so much.
Sue, you were truly an inspiration to all. I will miss your big smile, your amazing positivity, and your treasured friendship.
My deepest condolences to your beloved son Christopher, and to all your family and friends.
Rest peacefully now, Angel xxx
Will miss our little 4 week catchups… putting the world to rights and sharing our stories- much love to Christopher xxx
You will be greatly missed your lovely smile lit up the room
The sun is shining as you did, many hearts are broken, you will always be within.xx
Beautiful Sue, you really were one in a million.🥰💕 I will miss your dry, super sharp wit and everlasting smile. I will never forget ending up in the same Radiology waiting room with you on the day you received the devastating news that sadly brings us here today. You knew. Even while we waited for them to tell you, you knew. You said to me, “Oh Sim, this is bad” 😢 We laughed and cried like a couple of old crazies and laughed even harder when people frowned at us. I am grateful that I was there to hug you and that crappy old blanket tight.🥰💕 Big love to your beautiful family, especially to Christopher, the son who filled your heart. RIP lovely. 🥰💕
Sue you were and will always be such a beautiful soul. Thanks for all your advice, love and support. My deepest sympathies to Christopher and your family
You are one amazing woman, Sue. Missing your smiling face, our lunch dates and the laughs we had. Your strength and determination was incredible. Thank you for your unwavering support of me. Until we meet again in the next life your light will shine on all of us. Rest easy my beautiful friend. Sending love to Christopher and the family.
You were always there with the most beautiful smile and so much energy, you were an inspiration to us all. I will miss our chats at work, you always had great advice and had the ability to bring calm to any situation. Love and condolences to your family ❤
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sue, I just loved your strength and determination you are my inspiration. You will always be forever in my heart. Christopher has your strength, he will be ok. Much love xxx
You are going to be so missed by many Sue, so many broken hearts right now. You were an inspiration & such a loving selfless person. Rest In Peace my friend. Much love to your family XxxxX
Sue you were such an inspiration – an amazing friend and just so happy and positive all the time. It has truly been a blessing to have had you in my life and I will cherish every memory. Love Kirsty xxxx
Sue, we were first time mums together, and or babies, now 17, were able to play and socialise together through our mums group, playgroup, toy library and then kinder. I remember you saying you felt old being a first time mum at your age, but it certainly didn’t show. You were always happy being a mum and it seemed to come so easy and natural to you. Love to Christopher.
Sue. I will always remember you as one of the most authentic, caring, and incredibly smiley women I will ever have the pleasure to meet. Missed. Rachel
Sue, you were an inspiration to all that crossed your path. You fought one hell of a fight. Until we meet again.
Dear Christopher and family you’re in our thoughts today and always. Sue was loved by so many for her warm smile that greeted everyone she met. Sue was one of the most beautiful souls to grace this earth, never a bad word about anyone always giving and encouraging and fought the bravest of battles. She never complained about her illness and always fought to stay with us as long as her body would allow. I know she will always be by your side Christoper as you grow into a wonderful young man. Much love Melinda and Toby Sullivan. X
Making a difference isn’t always about what you find different, sometimes it’s just the difference someone else needed..
Daniel Fabien 22/09/16
Sue, you were the difference in many people lives, mine included. Thank you for being you – we will miss you and everything you offered this world xx
Our thoughts are with you. Love
The St Francis Xavier College community extends their condolences to Christopher. We keep him in our thoughts and prayers.
RIP beautiful Susan💝💋
Such a kind and gracious smiling person a joy to have known will be missed very much
She always brought light into the room – truly an inspiration
It was an honour to have known and worked with you. Love to your family.
Sue, we miss you so much, you will be forever in our hearts. Love to Christopher, Barb, Pete and all the family, Sandra ❤️❤️❤️
Sue, I will miss that beautiful smile, that so many have commented on and our chats we had when we “bumped” into each other. Deepest sympathy to Christopher and family.
Sue, your smile was beautiful as you are always. We will miss you. Rest In Peace beautiful lady. 💕🌷🦋
Sending love and prayers to All Sue’s Family and Close friends. Love Anne, Simon, Andy and Fi xoxox
We will miss you beautiful lady. You were nothing but such and amazing friend, work colleague and a mother to your beloved Christopher. Spread your wings, fly high and watch over us. I will never forget your beautiful smile, generosity and pure kindness. We love you xxx
Dear Christopher
be so proud of your amazing Mum, she shone a light on us all and made such a difference in the world, you are her legacy and gift to the world, know that we are all looking out for you if you need anything, live life and laugh often, you are loved
You will be greatly missed. No more pain. God Bless
loved by so many, never forgotten.
Wow. I am sure that Sue would be very proud of both Barb and Christopher today. Well done on such heartfelt words.
Sue you were a real inspiration to each one of us. We will miss the good times we had at breakfast as a group all the laughter and the jokes we had. Rest in peace my friend.
Rest in Peace Sue. Love Tower 2 Nursing staff Casey hospital
Wonderful farewell my prayers and blessings for all the family and friends who will miss sue greatly