Ateima Samoa "Samoa" Fili

1953 - 2017

Ateima Samoa "Samoa" Fili obituary, 1953-2017, Wichita, KS

BORN

1953

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Lakeview Funeral Home & Cemetery - Wichita

12100 East 13th St N

Wichita, Kansas

Ateima Fili Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 10, 2017.

Fili, Ateima Samoa, 63, of Wichita, Kansas passed away on Wednesday August 9, 2017 in Wichita. Ateima was born the son of Laloava Tupu Fili and Aano (Ale) Fili on October 31, 1953 in Lotofagâ, Samoa. Ateima and Gwyn Fili were united in marriage on April 29, 1983 in Wichita. Together they celebrated 34 years of marriage. Ateima last worked in quality assurance for Beechcraft in Wichita and has worked in the aircraft industry for 38 years. Ateima served in the United States Army National Guard from 1978 to 1983. Ateima love the Raider’s and enjoyed bowling at Thunderbird Bowling Alley. Ateima was a loving husband, father, brother, grandfather, uncle and friend. He was a wonderful role model to everybody. He was preceded in death by his parents; son; Ateima Samoa Fili, II. Survivors include his loving wife; Gwyn Fili of Wichita, children; KC (Cynthia) Fili of Arnold, Missouri, Tina Howard, Jessie Fili, Marie Fili, Uaki Gaseata, Quentin Bell all of Wichita, siblings, Reueta (Gerry) Doiron of Washington, Fuga Kolio of American Samoa, Faatoe “Mary” (Paul) King of Wichita, Alaifata (Ronnie) Doiron of Washington, Falute (Falani) Gaseata of American Samoa, Toetu Laloava Fili of Samoa, Sapatu (Fialuae) Laloava Fili, of Samoa, Isaako (Janet) Laloava Fili of New Zealand, grandchildren, Danielle Fili of Wichita, Jasmyne Fili, KC Fili both of Oregon, Caitlin Fili of Arnold, MO, Akeeliah Fili of Germany, Ateima Samoa Lamagna, Kailani Fili both of Wichita, Olivia “Sose” Fili and Jude Fili both of Arnold, MO, great-grandson; Eli of Oregon, many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Friday August 18, 2017 at Lakeview Funeral Home, 12100 E. 13th St. N., Wichita. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. on Saturday August 19, 2017 at Church Today Ministries, 3161 S. Hydraulic Ave., Wichita. Burial will follow at Lakeview Cemetery, Wichita. In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to the Ateima Fili Memorial Fund, c/o the Fili family.

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August 20, 2017

Kayla Griffin

I'm so sorry for your loss. Praying for your family.

August 19, 2017

John Kaufman

I always enjoyed working with Fili at Beech. I especially liked to tease him about leaving paradise and settling in Kansas of all places. I'm sorry for your loss.

August 19, 2017

Willie Crocker

Our prayers and condolences to the family.may god Bless

August 19, 2017

Todd Friend

You will be missed sir. Thank you for your guidance and help at Plant 2. Looking forward to seeing you on the other side my friend. Prayers for you Gwen.

August 18, 2017

Tony Nash

My heart goes out to your family. I worked and played softball with Fili many many years ago and so enjoyed his friendship for many years. He will truly be missed. May God bless and be with you in your time of sorrow.

August 18, 2017

Tony Nash

My heart goes out to your family. I worked and played softball with Fila many many years ago and so enjoyed his friendship for many years. He will truly be missed. May God bless and be with you in your time of sorrow.

August 18, 2017

Tim Shurley

Gwyn, and all the Fili family, my deepest sympathy goes out to all of you. I miss Samoa's friendship and our Friday morning breakfast.

August 18, 2017

Andra Martin

Gwen, My Condolences to you and the family.

August 18, 2017

Mike Williams

Prayers and condolences to the family.

August 18, 2017

Coworker

Ryan Rhodes

August 17, 2017

JANET AKINS

Jessie,family
Tenderly- May time heal your sorrow.
Gently- May friends ease your pain.
softly- May peace replace heartaches.
And may warmest memories remain.
lifting you and your family in my prayers
Janet Akins,family

August 17, 2017

Eyota Lyday

Gwen and family,
My condolences and prayers are with you. Really sad I cannot be there.

August 16, 2017

Twyla Bacon

My condolences on your loss. I enjoyed working with him at Beech. He was one of my inspectors. He was a really nice guy and I'm sure will be greatly missed.

August 16, 2017

Linda Ligons

My prayers to the family and he was a grest friend.

August 16, 2017

Jeannetta Parks

To Gwen & Family, I want to express my deepest sympathies, condolences and prayers for you all. Fili's million dollar smile, quick wit and larger than life personality just drew people to him. We were on a team together once at Thunderbird and he made that experience so much fun. His love for you and the kids was without measure. May God's love, grace and mercy carry you through this very difficult season.

August 15, 2017

Malu Fili

thank you for being one of the greatest role models in my life and for keeping me in line uncle. Even though I wasn't able to make it to the funeral I know you're still with me and will continue to guide me throughout life. Just wanted to let you know I got my promotion board coming up. Steer me in the right direction just like you've always have. I hope I made you proud in this life. I will continue to live out the values you showed me as I was growing up and even when I was grown. Always in our hearts forever! Love you and I'll see you in the promise land Uncle! R.I.P.

August 15, 2017

Laura Jones

He will be deeply missed, Love Laura and Mitch

August 15, 2017

Marty Couey

Gwyn, I just heard the news today. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Whether it was at work, or at the softball diamonds, I'll forever have so many fond memories of my good friend. He always had a smile on his face that could brighten up anyone's day!

August 15, 2017

Donna Storm

to the Fili Family, As you are all aware by the hundreds of Facebook posts, Mr. Fili lived life right, he was a kind, good hearted, solid Man and anyone who knew him and called him friend is blessed!! My heart goes out to all of you as you grieve your loss and celebrate his life. I will always keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers and I know that Mr. Fili is smiling upon you.

August 15, 2017

Coworker

Carmelita Brooks

There is so much I would like to say but can't quite put it into words. Fili was a beautiful person always willing to help you and very friendly and easy to talk to. He absolutely loved and adored his family and talked about them often. He will be missed by every life he touched. My prayers go out to Gwen and the entire family. I know you loved him but God loved him best. Our entire office will miss Fili he was a good guy.

August 15, 2017

Michael/Dawn Clark

To the family of Fili. Michael and I are sorry for your loss. My husband and Fili worked together at Beech. I did have the pleasure of meeting him. .May God comfort you and your family during this time and everyday after.You are in our prayers

August 14, 2017

Pat Opfar

It saddened me to hear your husband passed. My prayers to you and your families during this difficult time and may God bless you with the strength to heal.

August 14, 2017

Angela Seay

Mr. Fili,
You showed our entire graduating class of 2002 such strength & dignity after so painfully losing your own son and our dear friend Samoa. The love and blessings you & your wife showed us as before each of us walked across the stage were such blessings. My heart is heavy knowing you will no longer be commenting such wonderful notes on my family's photos but my spirit is rejoicing knowing that you and Moa are having a priceless reunion in heaven. Prayers of strength to your beautiful family. Peace be with you friend. I'll see you & Moa again.
Sincerely,
Angie Seay

August 14, 2017

Gwyn...Fili was so much fun, he was our softball coach back in the day, putting up with all of us crazy girls at Beech, he will be missed. With God All things are possible, praying for you and your family
Jo Bogan Johnson

August 14, 2017

Olivia Fuiava

Thank you so much for showing me and my babies love and making me realize that I do have family here in Wichita, Ks. Being so far away from family is hard and knowing that you and Mary are just a drive away made living here a little bit more bearable. I'm sorry I didn't come around to spend more time with you and the family, it saddens me that I wasn't aware of how sick you were. I will continue to keep Gwyn, Mary, Jessie, Danielle and the rest of the family in my prayers through this very emotional time. You are definitely missed here on Earth. Rest in peace and love Samoa, we love you.

August 14, 2017

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Cary Klug

Fili was a gentleman and a great friend!

August 14, 2017

Lisa Boyce

"Gwyn and family. I am so sorry for you loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I worked with Fili for several years at Beech. He was always awesome to work with, always helpful.........he will be very missed out here at Beech...."

August 14, 2017

justine mawby

I worked with Fili at Beechcraft and they were so many memories of how good of a person he was. he will be greatly missed. Rest in Peace my Friend. Justine Mawby

August 14, 2017

Sam & Kathy Baker

Gwyn and family, may your hearts be filled with the memories of your loved one, he touched the hearts of everyone who knew him.

August 14, 2017

Orlando Wright

My brother, my heart is overwhelmed with sorrow. I really enjoyed the countless times we bowled together. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. May God lay His loving arms of grace and healing upon them.

August 14, 2017

Ann Dexter

Gwyn & family. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you.

August 14, 2017

There is so much I would like to say but can't quite put it into words. Fili was a beautiful person always willing to help you and very friendly and easy to talk to. He absolutely loved and adored his family and talked about them often. He will be missed by every life he touched. My prayers go out to Gwen and the entire family. I know you loved him but God loved him best. Our entire office will miss Fili he was a good guy.

August 14, 2017

Denise Cummings

Gwyn & Family - Many hearts are mourning the loss of Fili. Prayers for comfort and renewed faith - we will all meet again in our final resting place. May his soul now rest in eternal peace. God Bless!!

August 13, 2017

Thomas & Tanya Foster

To Gwyn and family you're in our prayers Fili will be missed.. It will be the joy of the Lord that will be the family strength.. To my friend Fili thank you for over twenty years of friendship.. Well done my friend...

August 13, 2017

Judy Swisher

Samoa was a sweet and gentle soul.. he will be greatly missed. So sorry for your loss

August 13, 2017

Carlander Franklin

My heart mourns with this great loss and my prayers are with you. Fili's love will still live in us. Truly a wonderful man.

August 13, 2017

Valerie Barker

Gwen, I am so sorry for your loss. Fili will be dearly missed, he was a great person and friend. Your Family is in our prayers.

August 13, 2017

Coworker

Paul Bushell

Good bye my friend it was blast all those years working together may god bless u and yours brother will meet again soon

August 11, 2017

Gerline Horton

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Rest well my friend..

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