Vaivasa Williams

Vaivasa Williams, age 74, passed away on Monday, October 5, 2026. She was born on June 11, 1952, in Utulei, American Samoa, to Tupelu Mataafa and Tu’u Tupelu.

Throughout her life, Vaivasa called several places home, including Honolulu, Hawaii; Oceanside, California; Waco, Texas; and Las Vegas, Nevada, where she later made her home.

Vaivasa dedicated many years of her life to caring for others as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). Her compassion and caring nature were reflected in the work she did throughout her career. Later in life, she worked in passenger service at Harry Reid International Airport, where she enjoyed meeting and interacting with people from many different walks of life.

Above all, Vaivasa was a beloved friend, devoted wife, loving mother, and proud grandmother. Family held a special place in her heart, and she treasured every opportunity to spend time with those she loved.

Vaivasa enjoyed playing bingo and traveling, whether taking road trips or flying to different destinations. Many of her travels were especially meaningful because they gave her opportunities to visit her children, grandchildren, and extended family. She cherished family gatherings filled with conversation and laughter and treasured the special memories created with the people she loved.

Vaivasa shared her life with her beloved husband, Harold G. Williams Sr., who preceded her in death on October 10, 2022.

She leaves to cherish her memory her children, Mosan Moore (widower), Julia Irene Wallace, and Harold G. Williams Jr. and his wife, Misty; her stepson, Michael Todd Williams and his wife, Renee Williams; her siblings, Tui Sega, Tupelu Tupelu, Nancy Tupelu, Wendy Mataafa, Kea Mataafa, and Opo Lutu; along with numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends.

Vaivasa’s family legacy continues through the generations she loved so dearly.

♥ Mosan Moore has five children: Cameron, Nicholas, Bianca, Logan, and Christian; and three grandchildren.

♥ Julia Irene Wallace has two children, Thomas Andrews III and his wife, Cassandra, and Malcolm Trail and his wife, Marissa; and five grandchildren.

♥ Harold G. Williams Jr. and his wife, Misty, have Kavika and his wife, Kelsey; Amaya, Myles, two stepdaughters, and one grandchild.

♥ Her stepson, Michael Todd Williams, and his wife, Renee Williams, have seven children: Kanetha, Brandon, Darius, Nicholas, Xavier, Jordan, and Charles; and thirteen grandchildren.

Vaivasa leaves behind a lasting legacy of love, strength, compassion, and devotion to family. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Her memory will live on through the family she cherished, the lives she touched, and the countless memories created throughout her life. Her love and spirit will remain forever in the hearts of her family and friends.