Maina Ofaatu Fa'amausili Tinousi Lilomaiava Luamanuvae Obituary

Maina Ofaatu Fa’amausili Tinousi Lilomaiava Luamanuvae, 48, graduated this life on Wednesday, July 18, 2018 at her home in West Jordan, UT. She was born on September 27, 1969 in Nua, American Samoa to Ofa and Mele Fa’amausili. Maina married Kalolo J. Tinousi Lilomaiava Luamanuvae on February 22, 2001 in Murray, UT they were sealed on June 21, 2003 in the Los Angeles California temple. Maina moved to Orange County, CA and always referred to it as her home. Maina loved the Lord and sharing the gospel. She served a mission to Little Rock, Arkansas in 1992. Maina loved serving others and served in many church capacities over the years. Everyone who knew Maina, loved her. Maina’s greatest accomplishment was her children. Even when her body was weak, she fought the weakness to be with her children for as long as possible. They are her legacy. Maina was a very talented dancer. She loved to share her culture and talent with others. She would teach anyone to dance that was willing to learn. She organized several dance groups and preformed throughout her life. Many who know Maina, know she loved to try and play matchmaker, much to the chagrin of her friends. Although she was successful a time or two. Maina is survived by her husband Kalolo J. Tinousi Lilomaiava Luamanuvae, daughter Sosefina April Tinousi Lilomaiava Luamanuvae (age 12), son Sinjin K. Tinousi Lilomaiava Luamanuvae (age 11) and siblings Faamisiona Fa’amausili, Kueni Fa’amausili, Tupou Tauta, and Myla Fa’amausili. Maina was preceded in death by her parents Ofa and Mele Fa’amausili, father-in-law Tinousi Lilomaiava Luamanuvae, daughter Miseli, brothers Tavita Fa’amausili and Wayne Fa’amausili. Services are under the direction of Peni Malohifo'ou of Serenity Funeral Home Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, July 25, 2018 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints located at 8825 South 1095 West, West Jordan, UT. A viewing will be held from 9-10:30 am with the funeral service at 11:00 am. The burial will be at the West Jordan Cemetery located at 1300 West 7800 South, West Jordan, UT. A lunch will be provided by the family following the burial. The family would like to thank the River Oaks 1st ward for the unconditional love and the service they have provided for Maina and the family during this time.

Maina Ofaatu Fa'amausili Tinousi Lilomaiava Luamanuvae

September 27, 1969 - July 18, 2018