Semi Suguturaga Qoro

Semi Suguturaga Qoro, a humble son, a loving eternal companion, a beloved father, a twin to one and a brother to all departed in power on August 30, 2025 after delivering an unparalleled musical performance at the Polynesian Days festival in Lehi, Utah. Semi was born in Honolulu, Hawaii on December 27, 1985. He along with his twin brother, the late Jona Jr, were born to their parents, Jona Qoro Sr and Adi Unaisi Mitimiti Lewenilovo. Semi lost his father at a young age and was blessed to be raised by his bonus Dad, the late Vilikesa Bolabasaga. Although he did much of his life and music with his twin, he chose to compose the lyrics of his eternities with his beautiful eternal companion, Katinia Jeanette Mataele, and their oldest daughter Teihirangi on December 12, 2009 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Semi is truly a child of the South Pacific. A son of the republic of Fiji, hailing from Nuku-i-rewa with maternal links to Somosomo, Taveuni. While he spent a few years in Fiji, he called Hawai’i home but created music that rooted him across the Pacific Ocean. Semi was raised in part by his mother’s younger brother Ratu Joji and Aunty Luse Lewenilovo. He attended Laie and Hauula Elementary schools as a child as well as LDS Primary in Fiji. He graduated from Kaimuki High School with the class of 2005. His love for music began as a child due to growing up around his uncles and musical icons the late Sakiusa Bulicokocoko and George Brooks “F1J1” Veikoso. His talent was often shared on stages such as church choirs, brown bags to stardom, school talent shows and even in doors of Cold Stone Creamery, whether you left him a tip or not! He was born to shine and entertain. As a child in Laie, Hawaii he performed as a dancer in the keiki fashion show at the Polynesian Cultural Center alongside peers, cousins and even beloved grandparents. Following high school Semi was called to and labored in the fields of the Santo Domingo East Dominican Republic Mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints from 2006-2008. Upon returning from his mission, together with his twin brother, Semi relocated to Utah, where they worked with family in oil fields and also formed their band, Na Drua, and Semi and Nia started their family. He was a chemical salesman by trade and worked tirelessly at it to provide for his family. His passion and love for music was what connected him to people from all walks of life, along with his Mr Aloha attitude. Semi served as a coach, a mentor and member of his current Bishopric. He is survived by and will continue to live on through the gracefulness of his wife Katinia, the gentle loving nature of Teihirangi, the determination Adi Unaisi Aiyana, Kauasi’s passionate heart, Elissa’s charismatic ways, Kaito’s tenderness and Quincy’s hugs. Gone from them for a short while but sealed for all eternity. He is also survived by 4 brothers Ratu Jone, Henry, Jeremaia “Jerry” and Isikeli. He is preceded in death by his Mother Adi Unaisi Mitimiti, Father Jona Qoro Sr, and Earthly Father Vilikesa Bolabasaga, sisters Litiana and Bale, and the melody to his harmony, his twin brother Jona. Semi’s celebration of life will be held in Lehi, Utah on Thursday September 11, 2025. Public Viewing will begin at 9am followed by a Bishops service at 12pm. He will be laid to rest in the Lehi City Cemetery following all services. We thank all who have come to the aid and support of Semi’s wife and children during this most trying time. Your prayers are felt and your love for the Qoro’s will never be forgotten. Thursday September 11, 2022 The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 4679 West 11000 North Highland, Utah 84903 Public Viewing; 9am Bishops Service: 12pm Lehi City Cemetery 1525 North 600 East Lehi, Utah 84043

Semi Suguturaga Qoro

December 27, 1985 - August 30, 2025