Yvonne S. Ma'afala

Yvonne Schwenke Ma’afala, age 85, of Taylorsville Utah, passed away on October 30, 2024. Yvonne was born on May 8th, 1939 to George and Emiliana Schwenke. Yvonne graduated from Marist High School and worked as Teacher. 

Yvonne was known as a resilient, independent and kind woman. Yvonne married Samuelu Ma’afala on July 19th, 1968, and together they raised an amazing and loving family. Yvonne enjoyed cooking, sewing, and especially bingo. 

Yvonne is survived by her sisters, Anna Taiese, Kate Wesche, Feiloaiga Schwenke Le-Mamea; brother, Joseph Schwenke, her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. Yvonne was preceded in death by her husband, Samuelu Ma’afala. 

Family and friends are invited to attend the funeral service, which will be held on November 16, 2024 at 10am at the First Samoan Congregational Christian Church, with burial to follow. 

Yvonne left an unforgettable impact on everyone she met. Although she may no longer be with us, her spirit will live on in our hearts and memories.