Fiailoa Malaeulu was born on February 20, 1946, in Safa’atoa, Western Samoa, to Ta’afuli Arona Malaeulu and Faivaofitiialililo L. Faalaulau. He was lovingly raised by his maternal grandparents, Levi Atili Fiaui Finau Faalaulau and Mele Fa’atau Tusani. He was blessed to have two sets of parents, all of whom he loved dearly.

He married the love of his life, March T. Timoteo, around November 1977. Together, they built a life centered on family, culture, faith, hard work, and love.

A Life of Hard Work, Family, and Service

Throughout their life together, Fiailoa and March lived in Samoa and Hawaii, raising their family and building lasting memories. In 2000, they made the big move to West Valley City, Utah, where they both found work they enjoyed and began a new chapter of their lives.

Fiailoa took great pride in his work as a professional mover for Bailey’s Moving and Storage. His work took him throughout Utah on various projects, helping him become familiar with roads and routes all across the state. He built friendships with his coworkers and even brought family members to work alongside him. After approximately 11 years with Bailey’s and 35 years of hard work throughout his career, he retired at the age of 65. Retirement, however, did not mean slowing down. He continued working part-time because he enjoyed staying active and keeping busy.

Fiailoa was a man who loved to work with his hands. In his retirement years, he spent much of his time building, fixing, and improving things around his home. Whether he was adding to his sheds, working in the yard, painting the house, or finding another project to tackle, he always found something to do.

He was also a proud Samoan who deeply cherished his culture and traditions. He was well known for his fale umu, which was freely used by members of his church, family, and friends. He often cleaned up after everyone had left, making sure it was always clean and ready for the next gathering. For a time, he also maintained his own small maumaga, growing cucumbers, cabbage, tomatoes, and other vegetables when the seasons allowed.

Fiailoa took great pride in his extended family and his Chief title, embracing the responsibility that came with it. He made it a priority to attend family functions, including weddings, mission farewells and homecomings, family reunions, and other important gatherings, whether near or far. Family was never something he took lightly.

He was known as the most stubborn and difficult person , yet he was also the life of the party. He loved his siblings, nieces, and nephews deeply, and his presence at family gatherings was always memorable.

As a father, Fiailoa believed in tough love. His words could be harsh, but actions showed different. He cared deeply for his children and wanted the best for them, even when he showed it in his own way.

His grandchildren held a special place in his heart. He took pride in watching them grow and celebrating their accomplishments, whether in sports, their first jobs, cultural performances, or other milestones. When they were younger, he and March would often pick them up from school and take them to McDonald’s, Walmart, or their favorite places. Like many loving grandparents, they found joy in spoiling their grandchildren through the little things that became treasured memories.

Fiailoa and March were rarely apart. They did everything together, especially in their later years, accompanying one another to doctor’s appointments, church activities, family gatherings, shopping trips, and everyday errands. Their companionship was a testament to the life and love they shared.

One of their greatest accomplishments was serving a full-time senior missionary mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Salt Lake City, Utah, from June 2016 to May 2018. Together, they served with joy, dedication, and love, touching the lives of many along the way.

Throughout his years of church service, Fiailoa held many callings. One he particularly took pride in was serving as ward mission leader. Alongside March, he helped and supported missionaries and ward members, sharing their love, faith, and light with those around them.

On September 29, 2024, Fiailoa lost his beloved March, the woman who had shared so much of his life and journey. Though her passing left a tremendous void, he continued to live life surrounded by family and the things he loved. He traveled with his daughter Christina and her family, attended as many family gatherings as he could, and finally returned to his beloved home of Safa’atoa, Samoa to visit earlier this year. He was blessed to witness his youngest daughter’s marriage, creating one more cherished family memory.

During quieter days, Fiailoa remained faithful to his church, attending Sunday services and his weekly temple sessions. He also spent his days at the Kearns Senior Center, where he enjoyed playing pool and spending time with his best friend, Misimoa. At home, he continued doing what he had always loved: working in his backyard, keeping busy, and finding projects to complete.

On Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at 2:16 p.m., exactly two years and 21 days after the passing of his beloved March, Fiailoa peacefully passed away in his sleep at home. We find comfort in knowing that his earthly journey had come to an end and that he was called home to his Heavenly Father and reunited with the love of his life.

Though his absence leaves an immeasurable space in the hearts of those who knew and loved him, his legacy will live on through the family he cherished, the traditions he upheld, the work of his hands, the service he gave, and the countless memories he leaves behind.

He Is Survived by his sisters:

Potoafe Covarrubias (Arturo), Mere Aukuso (Sam), Sharon Manuo.

His children, from oldest to youngest:

Moetotoilufilufi Timoteo Eteuati (Eddie), Manasseh Ariel (Kiera), Chester Berman Malaeulu (Feofa’aki), Christina Malaeulu (Silila), Caroline Faimau (deceased Jerry), and Cheslee-Ann Malaeulu (Rahul).

His blessed children:

Laki Lualemaga (Margret), Bruce Lualemaga (Daisy), and Tali Malaeulu (Elia).

His grandchildren:

EJ Eteuati, Kobee Lata, Ezra Lata, Diane Eteuati, Christina Malaeulu, Chester Berman Jr. Malaeulu, Alana Ariel, Izaiah Malaeulu-Smith, Siupolu Maria Faimau, Irieana Malaeulu-Smith, Evalani Ariel, Tangilotoimoana Malaeulu, Kiana Ariel, Luseane Malaeulu, Naveah Lualemaga, Silomina Lualemaga, Tulimalefoi-Bruce Lualemaga, Chris Lualemaga, Ivan Malaeulu-Smith, and Fiailoa-Mati Malaeulu.

He Is Preceded in Death By

His beloved wife, March T. Malaeulu; his parents; his siblings; and other dearly departed loved ones who have been waiting to welcome him home.

Funeral Service

Friday, November 6, 2026

Granger 11th Samoan Ward

3175 S 3450 W

West Valley City, UT 84120

Family service begins at 9:00 a.m.

Interment

Memorial Redwood Cemetery

6500 S Redwood Rd

West Jordan, UT 84084