Tonga Poteki Malohifo'ou

Our beloved father, grandfather and great grandfather Tonga Poteki Malohifo'ou, son of Sione Pota Uaine and 'Anapesi Lakalaka Ratu Umu passed away peacefully on Friday, January 11, 2008 at the age of 94. Born on April 21, 1913 in Neiafu, Vava'u, Tonga, where he met and married the love of his life 'Ana Tamutamu Toki on March 03, 1937, later solemnized in the New Zealand Temple on December 29, 1966. Tonga dedicated his life to the things he cherished most, which were his family, his membership in the LDS church, and the opportunities to be in the service of his fellow beings. His greatest treasures were the moments shared with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, the unconditional love he shared with wife and children, and his calling as a temple sealer. We will miss his gentle voice, his caring spirit, his kindness, and his tender smile. Although he has left this world his legacy will always be imprinted in our hearts!
He is survived by his children: Lakalaka (Tevita) Ka'ili, Ngaluafe Fa, Lupe Prescott, Ivoni (Michael) Nash, Simione Nau (Regina) Malohifo'ou, Peni (Shelly) Malohifo'ou, Joseph (Bernice) White, 25 grandchildren and 27 great grandchildren. Preceded in death by wife 'Ana Tamutamu, sons Ratu Umu and Kuli Ha'apai, Finau Fisi, both parents, and two brothers Sione Tu'iniua Pota Uaine, Saia Avala-i-Vanua.
Viewing will be from 7-10pm Friday, January 18, 2008 Granger North Stake Center 3100 S. 3450 W., West Valley City, Utah. Services will be at the same location on Saturday, January 19, 2008 from 11-12pm. Burial will be at the Salt Lake City Cemetery, 200 N. N St. (4th Ave.).