John Maama

December 28, 1979 - February 9, 2018

John Maama (grinch), was 38 years young when he passed on February 9,2018 in Magna, Utah and was born on December 28,1979 in Salt Lake City, Utah. He met his soul mate November 24th, 2002, they've been together ever since. John loved fishing and hunting, he loved the mountains and camping but his favorite activity was smoking weed! John will always be remembered for his sense of humor and outgoing character. If anyone knew John they know he was always joking around and was always so positive through out this long battle with MDS (myleodysplastic syndrome) which is pre luekemia. John is survived by his wife Melissa Gutierrez and four children Alicia Maama, Gabriel, Emillio and, Letecia. His Mom Christine Maama and mother inlaw Cindy Gutierrez and siblings Joseph, Elena, Stephanie and Benny and many more siblings, uncles, aunts, cousins, nieces and nephews. John is proceeded in death by his father Keni Maama, Grandfathers Raymond Flores and Sione Maama. and his Grandmothers Lusia and Evelia. His cousins and aunts and uncles. He has many loved ones that greeted him with loving arms. A special thanks to the nurses at LDS hospital on the 7th and 8th floor. Also to everyone that donated and those who continue to donate and help lay my dad to rest. I will always love and miss you dad! Johns services will be Friday February 16,2018 at the Tongan United Methodist Church 1553 West 2590 South SLC, 841197