Litea Fonua Ki He Hau Pule

Litea Fonua ki he Hau Pule was born in Nakolo (ii ‘o Tuku’aho), Tongatapu on October 7, 1933 to Viliami Feletiliki Tonga’onevai Fonua ki he Hau from Ha’ato’u, Ha’apai and Uila Vake Mailau from Nakolo, Tongatapu. Viliami Feletiliki and Uila Vake were blessed to have (9) children, (3) boys and (6) girls. Litea was known by her siblings, friends, and everyone as a kind and caring individual. Although, quiet and reserved, she would share her talents and help others recognize their own potential to do good continually. Litea taught others how to care for the sick and the poor, comfort the weary and give freely of material matters. She was known never to speak ill of anyone and would encourage others to do the same. As a young lady, Litea enjoyed learning how to cook, sew, bake, and play sports—mainly netball. After graduation, she decided to leave the comfort of home and seek employment in the capital town of Nuku’alofa. When asked why she made such a bold decision, her answer was simple—to help her parents. Eventually, her decision provided the perfect opportunity to meet the love of her life—Sione Faka’ata La’a Pule. On February 2, 1959, Sione and Litea were married in Nuku’alofa, Tongatapu. Sione and Litea were blessed with (10) children, (7) girls and (3) boys. On October 4, 1983, they had the opportunity to seal their family in the Nuku’alofa Tonga Temple. They made it a priority to in-still in their children the Tongan values of love, respect, obedience, service to others, strengthen family relationships and most important—to put the Lord first in their lives. Their humble home became a center where the gospel of Christ was taught. It became a haven for family members, friends, strangers, and anyone seeking safety from the troubles of the world. Litea loved the Lord and served in many callings throughout her life. She enjoyed serving multiple times in Primary and Relief Society presidency. Sione and Litea also served as missionary couples and temple ordinance workers in the Nuku’alofa Tonga Temple until she moved to the United States in April of 2016. Because of their example, their children, grand-children and great-children have served missions or preparing to be future missionaries. Sione and Litea’s legacy of faith is a reminder to us all the importance to stay on the covenant path which leads us back to our Father in Heaven. On Sunday, April 2, 2023, surrounded by her children, grand-children, and family members, our beautiful mum, Litea (89) of Orem, Utah, passed away peacefully from this mortal life. She is once again, reunited with her eternal companion, our handsome father, Sione and family members who have preceded in death—her parents and (6) siblings. Litea is survived by her youngest brother Talite Fonua ki he Hau, (41) grand-children, (26) great-grand-children and (10) children: 1. Milika Finau Pule 2. Leutu Oletau Siloa Kolo Kiole (late Paea Kolo/’Ofa) 3. ‘Upuole Mana Langi Teumoe’anga (late Inoke Langi/ Siaosi ‘Ala) 4. ’Ema Lavaka Fonua (Silatuku) 5. Siutaisa ‘Alone (‘Isileli ) 6. Kelela Finau Hafoka (Bruce) 7. Samuela Langitoutai Pule (Nancy) 8. Sione ‘Aho Konisitutone Pule (Mele) 9. Kesaia Fisi’ihone Havea (Kalili) 10. Sione Vilai Kailahi Pule Ika (Lavenita) Services for Mum will be held on Wednesday, April 12, 2023 Viewing: 8:00 am to 12:00 pm Bishops Program: :12:30 pm to 1:30pm Burial to follow immediately at the Orem City Cemetery

Litea Fonua Ki He Hau Pule

October 7, 1933 - April 2, 2023