2012 Olympian Anthony Kasa Liu passes away

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Anthony Kasa Liu represented American Samoa at the London 2012 Olympics, in the sport of judo.

Earlier this week, the 34 year old died in a comatose state in Texas.

According to a relative, Anthony was sent to the hospital complaining of a headache. He was told he had a sinus infection and was sent home. His wife noticed that he had stopped snoring. Anthony never woke up.

He leaves behind his wife Moana Siaulaiga-Liu and two young children. He is also survived by his parents Luther Liu and Lorie Ale and his siblings.

American Samoa’s two time Olympian swimmer, Tilali Scanlan, remembers Anthony fondly.

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An aunt, Marlene Ring, posted on Anthony’s FaceBook page: “Rest in Love, Anthony Kasa Liu, beloved son, father, husband, brother, friend, Olympian and nephew – 06/06/87 to 03/23/22.

You were so loved from the moment you came to us until the moment you left us. We are all better for having you in our lives. You will be missed.”

A co-worker, Anthony Gutierrez, wrote: “Man… I don’t know what to say. I’m in shock. When I met you when I first started working at Walmart, you were legit one of the nicest human beings God ever created. Always had a smile on your face and was always looking at life in a positive way. Only God knows why he took you so early, but I pray for you and your family and friends. Rest In Peace Brother.”

KHJ News extends deepest condolences to Anthony Liu’s family.