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FA'ATUI TALIULU Obituary

Fa'atui Pi'o Taliulu 1946 ~ 2010 Beloved husband, father and grandfather Fa'atui Pi'o Taliulu, returned to our Heavenly Father on July 19, 2010. Born November 24, 1946 in Lauli'i, Western Samoa to Pi'o and Vaipapa Taliulu. He graduated from the Church College of Western Samoa and soon after served a two year mission in North and South Dakota for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He was a faithful member of the church and loved its teachings and the gospel. Upon returning from his church mission, Fa'atui met and married the love of his life Doreen Coffin, his wife of 37 years. He joined the United States Army and served honorably for 26 years. During that time they had eight children, 15 grandchildren and a faithful companion in his dog Riki. He retired from the Army in 2000 as a disabled veteran and spent his life enjoying time with his family and friends. Fa'atui was a family man who always put his family first. He loved dancing with his sweetheart, joking around with his children and spoiling his grandchildren whom he adored. He was a very humble man with a big heart and an even bigger smile. He is truly missed by all who knew him. He is preceded in death by his parents, five brothers including his twin and two sisters. Survided by his Wife Doreen Coffin Taliulu. Children; Catherine, Liliuokalani, Benjamin (Flona), Nephi, Matthew (Caprisse), Sarah (Jordan), Carolynn (Tevita), Leilani (Willie). Grandchildren; Kamia, Alexie, Elijah, Isaiah, Malachi, Sione, Mason, Benjamin, Havea, Joshua, Iliganoa, Makisi, Fa'atui, Adrian, chase. two brothers, four sisters and numerous nieces and nephews. Our family would like to express our deepest gratitude to the Doctors and Nurses at the VA Hospital in SLC, UT, especially those in the Dialysis Unit. You all took such great care of our beloved father for many years, and we are forever thankful. Services will be held July 27, 2010 at the Granger 11th Samoan Ward in 3901 West 2925 South West Valley City. Viewing 8am-9am. Services 9a.m.-11a.m. Bishop Service 11:30a.m. Burial immediately following at Redwood Memorial Cemetery 6500 South Redwood Rd. Under the direction of Aspen Funeral Services.

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune on Jul. 24, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for FA'ATUI TALIULU

19 Entries

Cathy Titchenal (Legg)

July 18, 2023

It's about 5:30 am this morning and I just awakened from a dream... so funny really... I was thinking about my dear sister of my heart, Doreen, and remembering how beautiful she is, inside and out, how her life is full, surrounded with the love of all her children and the many grandchildren she has. They have just returned from another great Taliulu family reunion adventure, this time in Kissimmee, Florida where they had a great time. In my dream, I was remembering back to so many fun times we all had together in Panama and later in Hawaii. In my memory, I can still hear Tali's voice and his laughter... so much so that it seems he is only just in the next room... and in a way, he is, just beyond a door that we all have yet to walk through. His laughter was infectious, honest and like the sound of a brook tumbling over little smooth rocks in the water. It was a happy sound. In my mind, he will always be this wonderful cheerful man, a person I trusted to always tell me the truth and give me great advice. I believe that as long as we remember, those we love are never really gone too far from us, nor we from them. Maybe Tali was visiting my dreams this morning to remind me of his great love for his family, his aiga moni, all those who are related to him by blood and marriage and all the rest of us whom he and Doreen chose to bring into the Taliulu fold. Even after so many years have passed, I can still feel the importance and weight of their love for me and my love for all of them as well. This morning, my two oldest grandsons are coming to help me move some things around here at my home. I wish they could have known Tali... he would have greeted them as the proud Samoan grandfather would greet any of his strong grandsons... and they would understand the love behind the hugs. I wish all of us could hear Tali's laughter again and for the first time too. For me, he is eternally young and vibrant and a happy warrior on the volleyball court with a killer roundhouse serve and a sense of timing that proves he knew how to get into the flow state and play to win every point. Tali loved life, loved his beautiful Doreen, loved his whole aiga and he loved God. His legacy remains as the best evidence of a life well lived. Until we meet again, my sweet Samoan brother, keep us all in your watchful care from above. Amen. Your palangi sister Cathy.

Cathy Titchenal (Legg)

July 19, 2021

Always and forever will remember my dear friend Tali and hold his whole family in my heart. I love all my "little" Taliulus... I still see them in my mind as they were when we were all so much younger... Cathy, Lily, Ben, Nephi, Matthew, Sarah and Carolyn... it was later that so many others came along, but my sweet sister Doreen and her precious Tali were the best friends of my heart and they remain so even now. God rest the soul of our Tali and may it ever be so. Amen.

The Pahulu FamiLy

August 13, 2010

Uncle Fa'atui, if there was a definition for a "Great Man" in this world, your name would be the description. Family was your strength, and thus the reason why we are all still together. We cannot express our love for you and our never ending thanks for all that you have done for us! We love you. Rest In Love Uncle.
Till we meet again.

Jeniece Johnson

August 5, 2010

To the Family and Friends of Fa"Atui Taliulu,

The staff and friends at the Eddie P. Mayne Kearns Senior Center would like to express our sympathy and best wishes to your family at this difficult time. Those of us who knew him will miss his friendly smile.

August 2, 2010

To my Taliulu Family,
It has been so long since I have seen you, but my memories and love for your family live on. I wanted to send my love to you now as you say goodbye to your dad. May God bless and keep you all until you meet again.
Love,
Gina Marie Wheeler (Coleman)

Pearl Taliulu

July 31, 2010

Blessed, Grateful, and mostly thankful for my wonderful uncle i had in my life... another father that took my family in supported us throughout the years, always making sure family is still together.. i love you uncle... i miss and love you and my dad!!!

till we meet again uncle faatui!!!
ia manuia lou malanga!!!
pearl and baby lani

Cathy Titchenal

July 29, 2010

To all who read the obituary of my very good friend Fa'atui Taliulu, I would just like to say that these words may tell you something about his life but they only begin the story. No obituary can really spell out the richness of the life that he lived, the wonderful family that he loved, his engaging personality and wit, the friends that he cherished, the works that he did and the faith that he held. It would take 1000's of words to write the story of his life and how much he meant to those who were blessed to be a part of it. Each sentence in this obituary is like a small thread that has been pulled from a large tapestry. Each word sparks a memory. Each name testifies to his legacy. He was a faithful man, a loving husband, a devoted father, a proud grandfather, a trusted friend, a good Samaritan, a hard worker, a competitive player, a wise advisor, an enduring warrior and much, much more. And we have all lost a very special person with his passing, but our memories and love for him and for each other remains. And isn't that the greatest tribute to him of all? God bless his soul. May the choirs of angels come to greet him and lead him to paradise and may the Lord enfold him in His mercy and grant him eternal life. Amen. Alleluia. Tofa, soifua o lau uo Tali. I will see you again my friend.

faith matters

July 28, 2010

love you guys. very nice obituary. i will love you forever uncle faatui. one day we shall all reunite until then youll be my guardian angel. xoxo always.

Jr Lopati

July 26, 2010

Brother Taliulu was a good man who was a great friend to my parents. He and Sister Taliulu have always been there to support our family, that I will always be grateful for. Brother Taliulu was a true messenger of God and a great example of the Priesthood. I will always remember his laugh and his great sense of humor. Brother Taliulu i'a manuia lo malaga.
Lopati Family

Charity

July 26, 2010

You are missed Uncle!! We love you very much and will look back on the many memories we all have made together and it will always put a smile on my face! You are an amazing man uncle fa'atui!! Always bringing laughter to our hearts! I will always remember you! Much love always to you all Taliulu aiga! Rest in love Uncle!!

Kamie Aiono

July 24, 2010

We love your family and are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and the prayers.
Much Alofa
Kamie,Matina and Elway

sharon griffin

July 24, 2010

what a wonderful man great husband wonderful father and grandfather fa atui know on will ever replace you one of a kind im proud that we share such wonderful grandchildren as kamia; lexie;and eli you will be missed by all and im proud to of known you save a place for me my friend

Puleia Talia

July 24, 2010

No words can express how wonderful and a great uncle you were. Thank you uncle for all that you've done for me and my family throughout many years. Thank you for being there when we needed you and supporting every family events that we had. You brought our family together and close and that will continue. We miss you so much and we will meet again. Thank you for making my wedding cake.:)....Love you and Rest In Love Uncle...

Dearly miss but not forgotten
Puleia Visesio & Family

liliuokalani taliulu

July 24, 2010

we miss you tons dad. i thank God for the many years we got to share with you, especially the last few weeks. you leave a great legacy in the example of loving family, loving friends and enjoying life to its fullest. you lived a full life and i'm honored to call you my dad. i forever love you.

July 24, 2010

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jared, Jill, Jordan and Payton Butcher

Jennifer Boggess

July 24, 2010

Your family and friends are all in my heart and in my prayers. I am so sorry for your loss.

Teresa Rasmussen

July 24, 2010

I love and miss you Fa'atui...I thank you for allowing me to be apart of your life and always making sure my kids were taken care of and safe. I miss hearing you talk at family discussions. Your wisdom and knowledge will forever be applied in our lives and expressed through our hearts.
I want to also express my gratitude of you opening your arms to Martell from day one with never any hesitation. Miss and love you dearly, until we meet again.
p.s now that you've done an amazing job building and creating a home for all to enjoy down here on this earth...I can't wait to see what you'll have waiting for everyone upstairs!!

July 24, 2010

We love you daddy!! Missing you like crazy. We are forever thankful for everything. My heart hurts knowing your not with us anymore, but I know your in a better place. We miss & love you dearly daddy!!

Carol, V & the boys

July 24, 2010

We love you so much daddy!! Missing you like crazy. We are forever thankful for everything. My heart hurts knowing your not here, but I know your in a better place. We love & miss you dearly daddy!!

Carol, V & the boys

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