Lucky Benjamin Jennings Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Lucky Benjamin Jennings of Lauli’i, American Samoa passed away peacefully at home on January 24, 2017 in Provo, UT at the age of 45. Lucky is survived by his wife, Norma Ruthdelene Tagoilelagi Jennings children, Natisha Velagaligali Jennings Varnum (24) (Jeremy) grandchildren, Lyla Rose (3) and Mia Naipua (1) of Las Vegas; Lou Benjamin (23), Elia Philo (22), Margarita Sinaitaaga (11) and Lucky Feagaima’ali’i Aleli Manuleleua Jennings Jr (9) of Provo, brothers Dudley, Philo (Epenesa), and Eric (Patricia) Jennings; sisters Doreen Bailey (Gary), Doris Jackson (Orin), and Yvonne Ball (Steve). He is preceded in death by his parents, Philo and Margarita Jennings of Lauli’i. Lucky was born on January 8th, 1972 in Fagaalu, American Samoa. He enlisted in the US Army in January 1989 before graduating from Faga’itua High School in May of the same year. After moving to Provo in December of 1990, Lucky was ordered to active duty for Operation Desert Storm in February 1991. Upon his return he married his honey bunches shoogah bies Norma Ruthdelene, and welcomed their first child Natisha in July of 1992. Over a period of 3 years, the couple welcomed 3 children into their home and 2 more 11 years later. He was a hard worker, die hard supporter of his children’s sports, and was the unofficial “paparazzi” for their rugby and football games. They were sealed for time and all Eternity on Dec 20, 2008. His children remember him as a “What have I been telling you”, “When I was your age” and “Fix your face or I’ll fix it for you” father who encouraged them to respect their Elders, love their Mom, and to serve others. Lucky was a natural athlete. He adapted and mastered a sport with ease. He was a skilled volleyball, basketball, tennis, ping-pong and Samoan ATM. His favorite color was 7, favorite number was blue, he loved Caramel Mocha Frappes, and his favorite food was “What is Lou making?” He loved his Orem 9th & 12th Ward and was a lifetime member of the “Kamaiki a le Kitchen Krew”. Services are under the direction of Peni Malohifo'ou of Serenity Funeral Home A funeral is scheduled for 9:00 AM February 3rd at The Provo Utah Wasatch (Tongan) Stake Center 1625 S Slate Canyon Dr Provo, UT. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Lucky’s life. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to The Jennings Family. The family would like to thank Utah Valley Hospital, Provo Dialysis, Dr. Sarah Daly and numerous specialists and nurses for their efforts & dedication in caring for Lucky. Ia manuia lou malaga Lucky. Tu Ioeva i lo tatou va.

Lucky Benjamin Jennings

January 8, 1972 - January 24, 2017