Longosaiti Mafile’O

LongoSaiti (Saiti) was born on September 12, 1945 in Vaini, Tonga to Maloni and Mele Mafile’o.
LongoSaiti Mafile’o, died on Sunday, March 28, 2021 at the age of 75.
Saiti is survived by his children: Teivi, Samoa (Sia), Aunofo (Kelly), Etuini (deceased) Priscilla (A’ati), Jared, Allen (Jillian), Kent (Brandi), and Taylor. Grandchildren: Maika, Aliya, Emma, Amara, Ryder, and Collin. Siblings: Amelia, Sione and Maika.
He is Preceded in death by his parents, Maloni and Mele as well as his siblings: Temalisi, Etuini, Lotomoua, Tapa, Vaimoana, and Pilini.
Growing up on the island allowed Saiti to develop many skills which he brought with him to the United States. He came from Tonga as a Planter. Saiti had a “green thumb”, anything to do with landscaping; Saiti was the man! He started his own successful business and was a licensed contractor in landscaping, tree trimming, and tree removal. He was the best tree man around, there was no other like him! He climbed to the top of hundreds of trees without fear, and worked his magic! Saiti loved to watch wrestling and boxing. He also loved to play pool and was very good at it. He loved attending his grandkids football, basketball, and soccer games. He made the best lu pulu, everyone loved it, especially the grandkids!
Saiti was a very strong man, he endured many health issues. He pulled through each one and came out the victor! He conquered hospital visits both mentally and physically, he wasn’t easily discouraged.
He truly loved his family, immediate and distant. He kept in touch with all of them, it was normal for Saiti to spend a long time on a phone call with a family member. Saiti had a testimony of his Heavenly Father and Savior Jesus Christ. He enjoyed reading the Bible. If Saiti knew you needed something, it was yours, he wouldn’t wait for you to ask for it. He was a man of little possessions. However, what little he had, he would offer with his whole heart, and without question or mention. He was a great example of unconditional love. He truly left a legacy and will be missed dearly!
A Traditional American Viewing Service will be held on Monday, April 5, 2021 at 6pm – 8pm, Memorial Mortuary Funeral Home 5850 South 900 East, Murray.
To honor our Dad and our Tongan culture, we have observed Funeral Services on Tuesday, April 6, 2021 at an LDS Chapel, 1945 West 9000 South, West Jordan.
Public Viewing 10am – Noon
Family Viewing Noon – 12:45pm
Funeral Service 1pm – 2pm
Interment – 3pm
Although we are holding two viewings, we welcome you to attend either or both days.
Viewings and services will be live streamed via Zoom using the following link: https://zoom.us/j/8012981564
Interment will be at: Memorial Mountain View Mortuary 3115 Bengal Blvd, Cottonwood Heights, UT 84121
Service Information
Viewing April 5, 2021 at 6:00 - 8:00 PM
5850 South 900 East, Murray, UT





Viewing April 6, 2021 at 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
1945 West 9000 South, West Jordan, Utah





Viewing April 6, 2021 at 12:00 - 124:45 PM
1945 West 9000 South West Jordan, UT





Funeral Service
April 6, 2021 at 1:00 - 2:00 PM
LDS Chapel, 1945 West 9000 South, West Jordan, UT