SUZANNE (SUE) OATES

Suzanne (Sue) Oates, age 71, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born in Montreal, Quebec, Sue had a lifelong love of science, mathematics, culture, and music, interests that shaped both her professional path and her intellectual and emotional depth. She was a beloved mother and Nanna, known for her kindness, warmth, compassion, quirky sense of humour, and intelligence. Sue held her family close, especially her daughter, Allyson (Jeff), and her cherished granddaughter, Peyton.

Sue earned a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Business Administration from Queen’s University. She dedicated her career to public service in the federal government’s financial sector, where she was respected for her integrity, insight, and steady judgment. A mentor to many, Sue was a kind and gentle leader, guiding others with patience, encouragement, and quiet strength.

Outside of work, Sue loved music, singing, and travel, always curious about the world and the people in it.

She is predeceased by her parents, Joanne and Colin Oates, and her sister, Deborah. Sue will be lovingly remembered by her family, friends, and colleagues.

The family extends heartfelt thanks to the staff of the Palliative Care Unit at Riverview Health Centre for their compassionate care.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on January 16 at the First Unitarian Universalist Church of Winnipeg, 603 Wellington Crescent, where family and friends are invited to celebrate Sue’s life.

In honour of her love of animals, donations may be made to the Humane Society in lieu of flowers.

Sue will be deeply missed 

and lovingly remembered.

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