Obituary of Tufa Iuvale

Tufa “Tee” I’Uvale Jr died peacefully in his sleep on June 09, 2018 in San Diego, CA after losing his battle with lung cancer. He was 60. Tee was born on October 7, 1957 in Lawton, Oklahoma to his parents Tufa and Nellie I’uvale. Tee grew up in San Diego, Ca. At the young age of 17, Tee joined the Marine Corps to serve his country during Vietnam. After he did his time in the service, Tee worked at the ship yards repairing ships which he enjoyed. In the last years of Tee’s life he spent what time he could enjoying his family and friends. Tee was always known for being there for anyone whenever they needed him and had a big heart. Tee was survived by his wife Susie, his mother; Nellie, his sons; Jerome, Jermaine, Jesse, Joey, daughters; Jasmine and Cheree; step children; Jasmine, Samantha, Johnny and Monique, 18 grand children and 1 great grand son. Mr. I’uvale’s viewing will be held June 18, 2018 at Legacy Funeral Home 7043 University Ave, La Mesa, CA 91942 from 4 to 8 pm. He will be buried on June 19th, 2018 at Miramar National Cemetery 5795 Nobel Dr, San Diego, CA 92122 at 130pm. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Mr. I’uvale’s life.