Sue Hallas

Obituary

Our beautiful, brilliant mum, Sue Hallas, passed away very suddenly on 7th August 2026. Isaac and I are in total disbelief that she is gone. The world seems a much quieter, less interesting place without her, and life simply won’t be as bright. 

Our mum was a proud, fierce woman who carried that strength into everything she did. Her sharp intelligence was matched by her politics; she was a fierce lefty who took absolutely no shit, stood up for what she believed in, and challenged the world around her. 

But above all, she was hilarious and brought humour to everything she did. She was a lifelong prankster—cheeky, beautifully naughty, and loved nothing more than winding people up. Mum was determined to laugh every single day, even when things were at their most difficult. 

Beneath her fierce exterior was our mum who completely doted on us. If she loved you, you really knew it and you deeply felt it. She poured that intense, protective love into Isaac and me every single day. We love her beyond words and cannot believe we have to navigate this world without her. 

In strict accordance with her very specific instructions, we have held a private cremation. Anyone who knew her knows that if Sue wanted something done a certain way, she made damn sure it happened—so we wouldn't dare deviate from her orders. 

While there will be no formal funeral service, instead, we ask everyone who knew her, loved her, or was ever caught up in one of her escapades to help us remember her. We would love for everyone to share their funny stories or well wishes on her memorial page. When we are ready, we want to look back on the incredible joy and chaos she brought to the world. Please share your favorite photos, your funniest stories, fondest memories or well wishes below.

With love,
Frankie & Isaac

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October 2, 2026

So very sad to hear of Sue’s passing. Sue and I went to Upper School together until I left for Australia when I was 15. We were the two shorties at school. small in stature, maybe, but I think it’s fair to say people always knew we were there! That thought still makes me smile.

Although life took me to the other side of the world, it was always so lovely to see Sue whenever I was back in the UK.

I’m so grateful that I got to share those school years with Sue, and that our paths crossed again over the years. I will always remember her and those times with such fondness.

Sending my love and deepest condolences to Sue’s family and all those who loved her. Rest peacefully, Sue. xx

Louise Upton

September 29, 2026

God bless sue,we started school together back in 1970. Such a pretty little girl and a beautiful woman. Whenever we met later in life we always had alot to chat about and memories to laugh about,particularly sues unique sense of humour,she never failed to take me by surprise. She was a lovely lass,it was a pleasure to know her and be her friend. ❤️

Tracy Evans

September 26, 2026

What devastating news.
Sue.. thank you, for giving me a chance and believing in me when (perhaps) I didn’t believe in myself. Had it not been for you, I wouldn’t have completed ‘Year 13’, and I genuinely don’t know where my life would have taken me without that opportunity. You will never truly understand how much that small chance changed the course of my life, and how much I have accomplished since, because someone like you decided I was worth believing in.
You were genuine, fiercely passionate and, at times, absolutely terrifying 😂.. but so unapologetically you! You never tried to be anyone other than yourself, and I think that was one of the things I admired most about you.
You taught us that living a little bit rogue wasn’t necessarily a bad thing; sometimes it was the very best way to find ourselves, challenge the rules, and work out who we really wanted to be. You made navigating life feel a little less daunting, simply by being one of those rare people who saw potential in others and wasn’t afraid to push them towards it.
Looking back now, I realise just how influential you were. At a time in my life when things could have so easily gone in a very different direction, you gave me an opportunity, a belief in myself, and ultimately a reason to keep going. That stayed with me far beyond the classroom.
I’m incredibly grateful that our paths crossed, and I will always carry a little piece of what you have taught me with me. I hope you knew just how much of a difference you made.. not just as a teacher, but as a person who genuinely changed lives.
Rest peacefully, Sue. Thank you for believing in me ❤️
(You can crash a fag off me next time haha)

Dani

September 23, 2026

Ms Hallas (although she’d tell us off if we didn’t call her Sue) was simply put, a badass. I remember the first day she taught us her opening line was ‘everything I’m going to tell you is going to ruin your life’ and she was so smart she made us see the world for what it actually was - it was also a better place with her in it. She was particularly empowering for us as young girls, leaving an impression that’s seen me through my 20’s. Always got her red lippy on, a Coca Cola in hand and her Nokia in tow. She’d stop the lesson just to reply to an old student or say ‘right guys, get the cake out - it’s Friday!’ But there were three things she spoke about the most: her kids, their dogs and Harry Styles. She loved Wigfield’s Saturday night and enjoying the little things in life. Rest in peace Ms Hallas, you will always be very much remembered x

Rosie

September 22, 2026

Your beautiful mum messaged me when I was going through one of my roughest times with my health she offered to take me out to talk about going onto hrt and all the side effects to it - I was given it a week ago and we never did get that chat but I’ll never forget her kindness

All my love to you all
J ❤️

Jessie Lane