Messages of condolences continue to pour in for the passing of former Congressman Faleomavaega Eni Hunkin.
A statement from Tri Marine International, signed by President/CEO Renato Curto and Chief Operating Officer Joe Hamby says:
“The Tri Marine family was saddened to hear of the passing of our dear friend, Congressman Eni Faleomavaega.
“The congressman was blessed in many ways.
“Throughout his life, he was given incredible responsibilities and authority.
“He took his work and his role seriously, because he loved the people he worked for – people from all walks of life, from villages and cities and capitals far away.
“He was an effective representative, who not only seemed to know everyone, but also had an uncanny ability to know how to make them all laugh.
“He was universally loved at home and in Washington, DC. A fair and honest public servant, he recognized the importance of the tuna industry to the territory.
“That meant becoming a champion not only for Tri Marine but for StarKist, Samoa Tuna Processors and the American Samoa based fishing fleet.
“We will never forget the kindness and generosity he showed to us as a company and as individuals, and will always remember his fierce love for the people of American Samoa.
“He will always be remembered as a hardworking and honest figure, whose love of family, love of life and love of his people made him an indispensable leader and friend to all.
“We join thousands in mourning the loss of our dear friend and as we look back and remember his work on behalf of American Samoa, we are comforted in the knowledge that he is at peace, no longer in pain.”
