THE EPISCOPAL OFFICE AND THE BOARD OF PENSION AND HEALTH BENEFITS

It is with sadness that we inform you of the death of Mr. Tevita Manukafoa Paongo, spouse of Pastor Brenda Paongo, a member of the California-Pacific Conference, on April 23, 2025.

Mr. Paongo is survived by his wife, Brenda, and children, Vainiaku, Latai, Hina and Asia.

A memorial service was previously held.

Condolences may be sent to:

Pastor Brenda Paongo
936 Lincoln Ave.
Pomona, CA 91767-4142

We give God thanks for brother Manu. Let us keep his loved ones in our prayers.

Peace,

Rev. Dr. Dottie Escobedo-Frank
Resident Bishop of the Los Angeles Area
The United Methodist Church