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Mafina N. "Fina" Droge
Seneca,Kansas
04/22/1948 - 05/23/2018
George D. Droge, Mafina “Fina” Nolia Pafuti Seva’aetasi-Droge, 70, of Seneca, lost her battle against breast cancer on May 23, 2018, at the Midland Hospice House in Topeka.
Fina was born on April 22, 1948, in America Samoa to Tago Robert Seva’aetasi and Siuila Solomona-Seva’aetasi. One of 13 children in the Seva’aetasi family, Fina spent most of her childhood years in Hawaii, until the family returned to American Samoa in the ’60s. After high school, she made her way to California, where, in 1976, she and her then husband, Doug Droge, welcomed triplets to their family. It was during those years that Fina also played in a women’s professional softball league.
After her children graduated from high school, Fina pursued a career as an EMT, a position she held from 1996 until she retired in 2015. During that time, she served as President (2004-2005), training officer (1997-2005), and dispatch liaison (1997-1998), as well as a member of the Haz-Mat (1998, 2003-2005), Mass Casualty (1998-2000, 2002-2003), Pancake Breakfast (1999-2005), and Food and Entertainment (1996) committees. She also worked as a Sheriff Dispatcher from 1996-2000 and in surveillance with Sac and Fox Casino for many years. The camaraderie in each job is what Fina valued most.
During her free time, Fina enjoyed annual trips to Samoa, countless hours of fishing, playing and coaching softball, collecting historical Polynesian weapons, watching movies, and spending time with her three children, seven grandchildren, family across the nation, and great friends.
Fina is survived by her son, Benjamin Droge of Ozawkie Kansas; her daughter, Betsy Droge of Topeka; seven grandchildren; and her siblings, Tago Seva’aetasi, Tuala Seva’aetasi, Line Scanlan, the Rev. Sekuini Seva’aetasi, Tupua Seva’aetasi, Robert Seva’aetasi, Merita Leleua, Aunese Seva’aetasi, and Rebecca Seva’aetasi Ata.
She was preceded in death by her son, George Douglas Seva’aetasi-Droge; parents, Tago Robert Seva’aetasi and Siuila Solomona Seva’aetasi; and siblings, Solomona Seva’aetasi, Talitonu Seva’aetasi, and Lila Seva’aetasi.
Family will meet with friends on Sunday, June 10, 2018 from 2 to 4 P.M. at the Lauer Funeral home n Seneca.
Funeral service will be at 10:30 AM Monday, June 11th at Friedens United Church of Christ North of Seneca. The burial will be in the church cemetery next to her son.
Family will meet with friends on Sunday, June 10, 2018 from 2 to 4 P.M. at the Lauer Funeral home n Seneca.
Funeral service will be at 10:30 A.M. Monday, June 11th at Friedens United Church of Christ North of Seneca. The burial will be in the church cemetery next to her son.
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You have my deepest sympathy for your loss! She was a caring woman.
My heartfelt sympathies to Fina’s family. Know that Fina made a tremendous impact on the lives of so many people in Nemaha County through her service as an EMT. It was indeed my honor to serve with Fina and watch her perform her duties with a professional and caring attitude. Fina’s actions inspired many that had the opportunity to work with her.
My deepest sympathies for Finas family. I have so many great memories of Fina on the ballfield and of course afterwards. She was always a joy to be around.
To Fina’s family, you have my sympathy. Fina gave greatly to our community, she will be missed. May she Rest In Peace.
To family and loved ones of Fina I extend my deepest sympathy. Fina extended loving, caring service to Nemaha County as an EMT ,and Dispatcher for the LEC. May the memories you made and the love you shared help you through this difficult time.
We will always have great memories of Fina in our Seneca EMS Service. As a Seneca EMT she has shown her love and caring for all of us, as a friend, a patient and co-workers in EMS. My sincere sympathy to Fina’s family and may you all be comforted. She truly loved her home country of Samoa and loved to dress in it’s attire at many fun get togethers. I will always remember her love of life and ready to celebrate. Fina, may you rest in peace !!
Fina will be missed dearly here at Sac and Fox Casino. I have worked with Fina just shy of 18 years. She was such a lively charismatic person. I will never forget our chats about our family’s. She held a special place in my heart. She was such a good friend. My prayers go out to her entire family. Rest in Peace Fina.
Thank you everybody for your sympathy. And my grandma was a wonderful women. I miss and love her so so much. Both my grandma and my father has made a huge impact on me on becoming a better person. R.I.P grandma and dad.