Tauese Isabella Semeatu

Our mother Tauese Isabella Semeatu, was born in Saleimoa, Samoa to Semeatu and Paepaetele Maiava. She was raised by her aunt (her mother's sister) Aaone and late Rev. Enosa. She attended most of her primary and secondary schooling in Manontai and later at A'ana College, Samoa. Our mom moved to the village of Afonotele, American Samoa, to care and tend to her parents and grandparents.

She also completed her last 2 years of secondary education at Samoana High School in American Samoa. After High School, she attended and graduated from America Samoa Community College (ASCC) in Malaeimi, class of 1980. Our mom had a passion for higher education and pursued her dreams of getting her Bachelor's degree from Chaminade University.

Our mom started her career with the Department of Education in America Samoa. She was dedicated and committed to serving our government, community, families, and the children of American Samoa as a teacher for 30 years. She taught at Matafao Elementary School, Pago Pago Elementary, Afonotele Elementary School, and Aua Elementary School. She became a pillar in the education system and was recognized as Teacher of the Year many times.

Our mom was a God-fearing woman! She dedicated her time and service to her church, community, family, and especially her children. She was a member of the Afonotele Ekalesia Fa'apotopotoga Kerisiano I America Samoa (EFKAS) church. She was a Sunday school teacher and a member of the Mafutaga Tina. Our mom was also an esteemed and respected member of her village of Afonotele. She was part of the "Aualuma" (Talaleomalie, Faletua and Tausi) representing the Matagaono Family.

After her retirement from the Department of Education in American Samoa, mom decided to move to California to be with her children. She continued with the Lord's work and became a member of the Long Beach First Congregational church (EFKS) under the direction of her cousin Rev. Momoli and Mafa Papali'i. She later moved to North Las Vegas, Nevada with her children and became a member of the Ekalesia Fa'apotopotoga Kerisiano North Las Vegas church. She was later appointed and serve as a Ta'ita'i Tiakono (Lead Deacon) for 5 years

Our mom love spending time tending to her garden, cleaning the yard and her home, and taking care of her mother, children, and grandchildren. She also loved having fun and enjoyed going to the Casinos and bingo. Our mom had a heart of gold, who loved all and would open her heart and home to anyone. For those who knew her, she was the life of the party and always the star of the show. She was confident, funny, and strong. Yet, she was very humble, selfless, compassionate, caring and loving. In her last remaining days despite the obstacles she has faced, she continued to be selfless. She strived to care for children and her grandchildren, including taking orders from lil' Vai. Mom, we promised to keep your spirit and legacy alive. Always know that you are loved by so many and will be missed by all, especially your children