I am so sad at the loss of Sue. I have known Sue through Thistleworth Tennis club for over 20 years and she was so kind to us newbies, and made us feel part of the club. Over the years i have seen her dedication, and contributions to the club, and become a friend. A warm, kind and inspiring soul who shall be sorely missed. Om Shanti

So sorry to learn that we have lost Susan. A really lovely, gentle lady who I knew through Richmond Bridge Club.

I was lucky enough to train and then work at Lampton while Susan was deputy head there. As a member of senior leadership she was a model of integrity, professionalism and kindess; as a member of the English department she was all of this but also utterly collegiate, gladly rolling up her sleeves to take on the toughest classes rather than leave them to less experienced colleagues. She was so passionate about the subject of English, and how it could inspire and enrich the lives of students: if you needed to find funds for a theatre trip, or get travel forms signed off at the last minute, then Susan would be there, ready not just to help with paperwork but come along if you needed her. She priortised the students, their learning and their welfare, above everything else. I valued and admired Susan as an exceptionally principled and courageous woman, but she was also a lot of fun. She had such a memorable and infectious laugh - a mix of a hoot and a chuckle - and I am smiling now as I think of it. I am so sorry that I cannot be there the funeral but my thoughts will be with her family and her many friends.

Kind, thoughtful and always wanting to do the right thing. She was a good friend. I shall miss our chats while sipping ginger and lemon tea and munching on a bag of popcorn! Thank you Sue, I learned much with you. X

I first knew Sue in the early 1980s when I was a new teacher at Lampton and kept in touch until this year. I always counted on her as a good friend and mentor really. She was intelligent, had fierce values, was good fun and I assumed I would meet more like her in my career, but it turned out she was a one off. I was one of those who played badminton and tennis after school on a Friday and squash at Thames Ditton with Sue, went to the Jolly Farmers and the little pub in Kneller Road. Will miss her.

Sue I can see your smile 🌿 What a privilege to have known and worked with you Thank you for inspiring me

A constant & loyal friend since college days. She will always be remembered and sadly missed.

Anne, John, I am so sorry for your and your families loss. Unfortunately, I am unable to make it to the funeral but I will be thinking of you all on the day. Geraldine

I was a teacher at Lampton when Susan was there. In the early days we used to play badminton and tennis after school on a Friday. Then down to the Jolly Farmers afterwards. I used to do a bit a diy and decorating for her over the years in Percy Rd, including after we had both retired. She even got me doing some work at the tennis club in Isleworth. She was a kind and warm hearted individual and sorely missed by all.

My deepest sympathies to the family of Sue Casey. Sue was always such a warm and welcoming presence at Thistleworth Tennis Club. I always enjoyed being greeted by her wonderful smile and hearing her quick witted remarks. Her contributions to the club were vast but they were greater than most people will ever know as she helped almost every person in various ways without ever expecting credit. She was a fantastic person and she was always there to lob everyone off the court, something I fell victim to on many occasions. I will truly miss her. Sleep well Sue

As a new teacher, Susan taught me the strength of gentleness. She was a kind and gentle soul with a fierce spirit. My condolences to the whole family. She will be missed.

Sue just loved being on a Tennis court, always a smile on her face and full of enthusiasm. She will be dearly missed at St Mary’s Tennis Club.

Sue had so much to teach us all .. how to live a life of integrity and kindness. How to teach with passion both for your subject and for the students she taught. How to travel bravely and how to live every day richly and without regret. I found the way she lived her life after retirement completely inspirational. Oskar and his family in Entebbe remember her visit with joy.

Susan was a dedicated and supportive colleague for many years. As Head of English she was efficient, organised and a good leader. She always wanted the best for her students and her team. In her Deputy Head curriculum role she was fully aware of the needs of other departments and was able to support the subject leaders in their role. She will be sadly missed for her kindness and for her integrity. My condolences to her family.

Sue was a really special friend. We played bridge and tennis together. Went on many holidays. Miss her so much.

Jacqui Smith has informed me of Sue Casey's passing. So very sad she always was focused and dedicated..so many of the past students that I met at school lettings asked about her and spoke of how much she had helped them. Their words spoke volumes...

I worked really closely with Sue throughout my time at Lampton school. She always was so professional and dedicated both to my progress and to the students, only wanting the best for all at school. She was instrumental in so much that made Lampton “outstanding” and in creating the Specialist School we became. On a personal level her integrity and caring side helped me through a tough period in my personal life and she was extremely supportive without question or judgement. Sending my condolences to the family. I am sure Sue will be much missed xx

I met Sue on the campaign to save Park Road Allotments. She was a courageous leader whose energy, professionalism and politeness proved extremely effective qualities. For the survival of our plots and for the many others ways you supported our community through your tireless work with The Isleworth Society, I am profoundly grateful. Many condolences to her family.

I only met Susan a couple of times but she was such a lovely, kind and generous person. She will be missed very much by our family x

I will miss Sue so much. I still find it hard to imagine I won’t be able to see her again. She meant so much to me both as a friend and tennis companion. The holidays we had to Menton over many years were the best. This was thanks to Sue’s wonderful organisation and planning but also because of her company. She always ensured everyone was included. Her incredible sense of humour always will stay with me forever and I will think of her always with love.

Sue was a regular attendee at Thistleworth Bridge Club, which I have been running for over 10 years. She was actually the first person I played with there as she needed a partner on the very first night. My memories of her are mainly bridge related, but I also enjoyed the occasional Isleworth Society quiz, which she ran for many years. My thoughts are with her family and friends - she will be greatly missed.

I first met Sue at Richmond Bridge Club some 10 years ago and we immediately formed a good partnership. She loved her bridge and would often say ‘onwards and upwards “ with a lovely smile, when the results were not good. It was a great pleasure to have known Sue and she will be sadly missed. Many condolences to her family.

Thank you Sue for the times we spent together at St Mary’s Tennis Club, trying to make things happen, as well as playing - and mainly succeeding thanks to your determination. Also for those lovely tennis holidays you organised so well and looked after us, your flock, with such care - nothing was too much trouble. Those morning sessions on BBO during lockdown playing bridge to keep us sane were good fun too. So many happy memories of a good friend

I will always remember Sue's welcome to local Labour work when I moved to Isleworth. She was encouraging, knowledgeable, funny and kind; but also organised and determined. We shared a background in teaching, and she was widely loved and admired as a colleague and teacher locally.

I first met Sue some 14 years ago on a beautiful sunny day at our local tennis club. What shone through was her warmth. She made the club feel so welcoming and I and my family immediately joined. We shared many joyous Saturday afternoons partnering in doubles matches, winning some, losing others, but always enjoyable. Sue did so much for the club to which we owe her deep gratitude. She will be greatly missed and will always remain in our hearts.

A much loved, dedicated and respected member of Thistleworth tennis club, Sue's friendly smile and thoughtfulness will be much missed, as well, of course as her enthusiasm and skilful play on the tennis court. Tuesday nights' games are just not the same without you Sue....but you will always be there in our hearts and we will never forget you.

If you want something doing ask a busy person they say, and that was Sue. So many plates spinning at the same time. A stalwart of the local Labour Party where we first met and a caring, lovely friend. I will miss you Sue.

I worked with Sue on the Save Park Road Allotments Campaign. She was inspiring; driven, passionate and positive. I will always remember her optimistic "Onwards" to whatever new obstacle was presented. We won and I can carry on growing veg. Thank you Sue and God Bless.

I knew Sue as a neighbour in Percy Road and a fellow member of the local Labour party. She was a lovely woman and contributed so much to local life. She will be greatly missed, and I hope is now enjoying some well deserved rest.

I worked with Sue for many years at Lampton School and she taught my children also. She was always so kind and highly inspirational especially to my children as a teacher with her kindness, charm and intelligence. I also had the privilege of seeing her around my neighbourhood when she played at her tennis club and she would always stop and chat. She was a lovely person and we will all miss her.

I knew Sue as a member of Thistleworth Tennis Club where she was much loved and respected. Always willing to help and full of enthusiasm, energy and kindness. You will be much missed Sue. Rest easy now ❤️

I have such positive memories of Susan, at Lampton. She was always upbeat, kind and friendly as well as being very pragmatic and efficient. She was such a key person in the school's development and was really missed when she left. My condolences to all who will miss her.

I first met Sue when we were both in our first year at St Mary ‘s University, Strawberry Hill . We were in several same tutorials together . Sue was always a warm ,kind , trustworthy friend and an inspiration in our tutorial years together . We continued to cross paths in our teaching careers too . Typically Sue continued her retirement years with the same generosity of time ,effort and spirit in her committed roles within The Labour Party ,The Isleworth Society and other volunteering in the local community . Her zeal ,bravery and determination in the last year or so were undaunted despite her illness. Many friends and communities will miss Sue but will continue to be inspired by her .

I only met Sue recently, when she became chair of the Isleworth Society. I liked her immediately and admired her. She approached everything with enormous energy, focus and good spirits - from her work with the Isleworth Society, the Environment Conference she arranged, her work with the Labour Party.....and the rest. She was always nice and lovely to be with. Her death was way too soon and I will miss her.

Dear Susan It was a privilege work with you at Lampton in 2004 on my ‘gap’ year and a pleasure to keep in contact with you since., both in London and In Sydney when you visited me here. You are a gentle and kind person, principled and diligent and it was always great to talk and share our ideas and beliefs. I am so glad we caught up in 2023 when I was last there. I will miss seeing you when I next come to the UK. My sympathy to your family and my thanks to you for a wonderful friendship.

Happy memories, your cousin Mary ( O'Donovan )

I first met Sue through mutual friends and she NUT. Over the years I have enjoyed her company,lively conversation and generous hospitality. She was completely devoted to everything she was involved in. I shall always miss a good friend.

A wonderful tennis team captain. My condolences to all her family and friends

Sue was always the kind gentle person in the room always a smile and happy to help or welcome anyone. You will be deeply missed.

Sue was Deputy Headteacher in the earliest years of my career as an English teacher and was so inspirational, kind and dedicated. I doubt I’ll ever reach the standard she set for us as young teachers - students hung on her every word and her lessons were legend. Sue was a beacon of formidable intelligence, integrity, care, hard work, excellence - all the best traditions of the teaching profession. May she rest in peace, and may her family and friends find comfort for her loss.

Sue was Deputy Headteacher in the earliest years of my career as an English teacher and was so inspirational, kind and dedicated. I doubt I’ll ever reach the standard she set for us as young teachers - students hung on her every word and her lessons were legend. Sue was a beacon of formidable intelligence, integrity, care, hard work, excellence - all the best traditions of the teaching profession. May she rest in peace, and may her family and friends find comfort for her loss.

I worked with Susan for around 8 years at Lampton School. She was my line manager. The head was also a Sue and we had many a meeting with the three ‘Sue’s’. Sue was an amazingly positive person who always saw the good in me and others. We were both very much into playing tennis and watching tennis too. We were both Andy Murray fans She would often message ‘are you watching?……….: ’ I usually was and then we would continue to message sometimes until the end of the match. We stayed in touch long after we stopped working together and played a fair few games of tennis over the years. She was usually calm and mild mannered but she was intensely competitive on court. She had a spectacular shot in that she would volley from the baseline for a winner which would always catch me out. Sue was a great colleague and friend to me and I will always remember her with great fondness. Rest in power Sue

I was fortunate to work with Sue, when she was Head of English then Deputy Head at Lampton, from when I arrived in Hounslow in 1988. She was an excellent teacher, thoroughly professional and, most of all, warm, friendly and fun to be with. We kept in touch after our respective retirements and met for lunch two or three times a year, the last time being in October. I shall miss her.

Sue was always very kind and welcoming. And so hard working. Whether it was a Labour Party meeting, The Isleworth Society or helping at an Area Forum, she was always at the heart of it. The embodiment of community spirit. I'm glad to have known her, if only for a short while. She will be missed.

Sue was a true pillar of the community. I was fortunate enough to work closely with her in her roles in the Labour Party and the Isleworth Society where she played an instrumental role in the campaign to save Park Road Allotments and in the promotion and preservation of Isleworth's culture and history. Sue did so much for our community, for which we should all be forever grateful. Isleworth owes Sue a tremendous debt and she will be sadly missed.

Was fortunate enough to know Susan through the local Labour group and The Isleworth Society, spent many hours canvassing with her and putting together Isleworth Society events and newsletters. She was a tireless activist and always attacked tasks with a positive 'onwards!' Approach. We'll all miss her immensely.

I first got to know Sue through Hounslow NUT and then she became a dear friend as part of The Union Women🍷🌹. We meet, talk politics, education and generally put the world to rights. She taught my eldest daughter at Lampton and was a fierce advocate for her. Now she’s an English teacher too! She will be greatly missed. Rest in Power Sue.

I first met Sue when we started at St.Mary’s in September 1968 and were in Clive Hall. We taught in the same school for a short while later but more importantly we remained friends for many years and she became my son’s godmother. I will never forget being chief taster of her elderflower wine. It was bright pink! Moving down to Devon meant we didn’t see each other as often but we still kept in touch. She will be missed so much by all my family. Rest in peace Sue.cx

Susan was my first head of English when I started out as a teacher in her department. She was the most supportive and encouraging team leader. I appreciate having been in touch with her last year & chatting about bridge. She is someone who made a big impact on my life. Much love. X Mandy from Lampton School

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