Jaime Justiniano

In loving Memory of Jaime “Papito” Justinano, aged 93 of Norwalk, CT was called home to be with our heavenly father on Sunday July 6, 2025, in Norwalk. Jaime was surrounded by the love and comfort of his family; Jaime’s passing left a deep void in the hearts of all who loved him. Jaime was born on January 20, 1932, in Maricao, Puerto Rico, to Nicasio Justiniano and Elvira Delia Ramirez. Jaime came to the United States in 1953 from Puerto Rico and has been here since. Jaime married Ramona Lebron in 1955 where they shared 55 beautiful years together. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin and friend.
Jaime lived by faith, strength and love. He was well known as “Papito”, he was a man of wisdom, humor, storytelling, and a King at Dominoes. Jaime was the eldest of seven siblings: Adriane Justiniano, Carmen Sanchez, Clarivel Morales, Jesus Sanchez Jr, Virgina Sanchez, Dalila Sanchez. Jaime touched the lives of many with his wisdom, humor, and unwavering dedication to helping others.
He is preceded in death by his beloved wife Ramona Justiniano, Jesus Sanchez Jr (brother), Carmen Sanchez (Sister), Adriene Justiniano (brother), and Larry Paulk (Son-In-Law). He is survived by his three children Milagros Montanez, Eddie Justiniano, Delia Paulk: five cherished grandchildren: Victor Montanez, Jaime Montanez (wife Melissa), Shayla Pauling (husband Shawn), Gabriel Paulk, Elijah Paulk; and six cherished great grandchildren: Dimitri Montanez, Milani Montanez, Caliana Montanez, Javon Pauling, Alyahs Pauling and Amina Pauling; his legacy will shine through them. He is also remembered fondly by his lovely sisters Clarivel Morales, Virginia Sanchez, and Dalila Sanchez; also, his sisters and Brother in-laws Carmen Justiniano, Cecilia Lebron, Eluminada “Lucy” Hernandez, Atilano Lebron as well as many nieces and nephews; a close-knit group of lifelong friends, and extended family members who loved him dearly.
Jaime had many jobs; one being Pepperidge Farm Bakery where he then retired serving 30 years as a foreman, team leader. Jaime was a quite powerful force of goodness and deep love. His presence was a guiding light to many. In “Papito’s younger youth days he and a friend had a softball league that was sponsored by the Mira Mar Restaurant for many years, which then later managed a woman’s softball team. He enjoyed Spanish music, dancing, Dominoes, and play cards. “Papito” found joy in the simple pleasures of life: a warm cup of coffee at sunrise, tending to is backyard garden, sitting outside, Big Yankees Fan, walking around the neighborhood and afternoon time with his grandchildren. “Papito” was well known for his dancing and his memory will forever be a blessing, his love lives on the hearts of all who had the privilege to know him.

Viewing will be held on Thursday, July 17th from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Raymond Funeral Home, 5 East Wall St, Norwalk, CT 06851. Homegoing Services will be held on Friday July 18, 2025, at 10:00 AM at Raymond Funeral Home; and a burial will follow at Riverside Cemetery, 81 Riverside Avenue, Norwalk, Connecticut.