May 23, 2001 — June 22, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Kesimane Jessper Gaoa, age 24, on Sunday, June 22, 2025. Born on May 23, 2001, at LBJ Tropical Medical Center in Pago Pago, American Samoa, Kesimane was a beloved son, brother, nephew, and friend whose life touched many.

Kesimane was the son of Pulea'ava U'ulopaimoana Gaoa (deceased) and Viisolo Fau. His childhood was marked by love and exploration, starting his education at ECE in Ta'u, Manu'a. He later attended Lupelele and Tafuna Elementary Schools in Tutuila, PagoPago, AS. He graduated from Tafuna High School in 2019 and, on Jan. 27, 2022, decided to relocate to Utah to be nearer to his brother, Fetu Gaoa.

Throughout his life, Kesimane worked diligently at Litehouse Foods, Sunroc Construction, Counte

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