Stories & tributes

Still so unreal. We had good times at Merino. Your gnocchi is still the best I have eaten. Such a beautiful person in God's hands.

RIP Sue you will be greatly missed. We had some fun times together with Denise and co love Kerry and Kerry xx🩷

RIP my sis your was to short

Condolences to Sue’s family and friends💐 We share the same birthday, I will be having a glass of bubbles or two in your memory today 🥂 I will miss you x

Beautiful Service, a lifetime of memories… Sue was the only person that could ever get me on a rollercoaster (twice, and then I was done)…. Everyone spoke so beautifully and really encapsulated “Sue” ❤️

What a beautiful service, Sue was a pleasure to work with and a true free spirit. Thank you for sharing her life journey with us. 🥀🙏🏽

While I only met Sue once when visiting Blairgowrie, I feel like I have long known her through Paul and through stories of her in the kitchen, at VSK camps and as much loved Nanna Sue to Oli and Hazel. Yesterday’s service was a powerful testament to Sue’s life and legacy. It is a daunting task to capture and celebrate a lifetime but I felt that every song choice, every photo and every memory shared painted a picture of a strong woman who loved despite adversity, leant into fun and was fiercely protective of her family and friends. Her legacy so evidently lives out in her sons and their families - and I couldn’t help but reflect yesterday how powerful a measure of a life lived that really is. Sending all of my love to the Fleer family and Sue’s dear friends during this impossible time and for all the times in the future that you look back on this page and remember and honour Sue.

I had the pleasure of working with Sue for the last 5 years. She was like a "mum" to the whole office. Even though I was her boss, she always seemed like the real boss! Sue was exceptionally personable. She made clients feel so comfortable and cared for. So many clients have said that they chose to come to our office because of their interactions with Sue on the phone from the first call. She had an incredible way of instantly building rapport, and could easily chat to a client for half an hour or more if they arrived early or just needed someone to talk to. Sue was wise. She had so much life experience and knowledge, and had solutions to any problems (from gardening to cooking to bathroom renovations)! Sue cared and was generous. Every morning she diligently put together an incredible food platter for the office, and knew what everyone liked. When she hosted an event, she went all out and spoiled us with incredible food and hospitality. She loved her children and their partners, and all her grandchildren, and was extremely proud of what they had achieved. She loved catching up with her friends, and maintained friendships from years ago. Sue was also Sue. You knew where you stood with her, no false pretences! She admitted having "no filter", and didn't hesitate to tell me (her boss) where to go on occasion! It is so hard to believe Sue is gone. She has left a huge hole in all our hearts and will be dearly missed.

Sue came into my life through work, but it quickly became clear she was far more than a colleague. She was someone I deeply admired — not only for her sharp mind and quick wit, but for the genuine kindness and compassion she showed to every client she encountered. She had a way of making people feel seen and valued, and she carried that care so naturally. Sue was wonderfully mischievous. Some of my favourite memories are of our shared jokes, quiet giggles, and those co-conspiratorial moments where all it took was one glance to send us both into laughter. Her twinkly eyes always gave her away before the punchline did. Sue valued integrity, effort, and decency and I respected that deeply. Beneath her humour was a woman of strong principles and enormous heart. What mattered most to Sue was always clear — her love for her family and friends, her joy in cooking, and the pride she took in her beautiful native garden. She noticed beauty in the small things, especially in native orchids, and she created warmth wherever she was. I know I will think of Sue every time I bake, every time I see native orchids blooming, and every time a mischievous shared glance passes across a room. Most of all, I will miss our giggles — the kind that made ordinary moments unforgettable. Sue leaves behind memories filled with warmth, laughter, intelligence, and love. I feel very lucky to have known her.

Aunty Sue was like a mum to me . She was always there to encourage and support me, but also let me know when I was going down the wrong path . I will miss you every day Scott

I had the privilege of knowing Sue as the mum and mother-in-law of two of my dearest friends. I also spent many weekends alongside her in the kitchen at VSK Camp. Sue was selective and discerning with who she gave her heart and time to, so I always felt genuinely lucky that she let me in. I’ll remember our chats so fondly. She was stoic, unapologetic, funny, and deeply kind. She will be so very missed. My deepest sympathies to Paul, Chris and Michael, Brig, Carla and Hayley, and all her treasured grandkids.

Sue was the best. She was so fun to be around and loved making the funniest jokes. She taught me real life skills like how to make a great cheese board and scramble eggs in the microwave. She told me how her blue eyes scared people off but I loved it. It was so mesmerising. She had so many stories and was so well loved by all around her. She was soooo lovely xx You’ll be missed Sue - I’ll think of you whenever I eat a banh mi too

I knew Sue from my last job. Sue is a humorous and caring person, gluing the whole team together. She is always giving- help, kindness, empathy, and food. Miss you, Sue.

Mrs Fleer was a like a second mother to me throughout high school years. She hated it when I called her that, and it brought me great joy. She was caring and always accommodated any mischief going on at the Fleer household. I'll always remember her choc chip cookies, her well stocked kitchen and her husky laugh.