Salesi Katakaehau entered peacefully into rest at home in Oakland, California on May 16, 2021. He was 63 years old.

Born August 28, 1957 in Tonga to parents Meleseini and Tuamelie Kata, Salesi worked as a carpenter for over 30 years. He is survived by many loving family members and friends and will be deeply missed.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Grissom's Chapel & Mortuary.