You are so missed but your memory of all the good times we spent together will always be a part of me and my family and I have you to thank for that.  May God have you as the angel that you are.

As we thought of you and all you filled with food and Love from your heart, we had aroz con pollo, habichuelas y salad for supper.  It was a great day yesterday starting with the sunrise, 4 cardinals playing, perching and chirping as memories of us together flooded our hearts and minds. Love Lives Forever...
You may not be on our presence for now however your legacy will live forever from generation to generation. 

Loving you always. Glad to have had you in my life for all those years in which I have such wonderful memories. RIP my love.

What I am today I owe it in part to by beautiful Aunt.  She was always looking out for me.  I loved my Aunt like me own mother.  I will miss her dearly and will always cherish the memories we had together.  I will see you again, Titi Mery

We will always remember Mary as a cherished friend.  She was a kind, caring and loving person. May you all have the peace and strength necessary at this difficult time. 

Maria, 
Although we didn’t see each other very often, we were together in thought.  I loved you like a sister and that’s how you felt about me, I know.  It was always good times when we got together or call each other.  We shopped, cooked, went on trips to New York and Philly, talk about our kids and then grandchildren.  Never a dull moment because the conversation always ended up  about Geraldo, your dear husband.
I am so thankful that God put you in my path.  I will miss you.
Fly like what you are, an Angel.
Always in my hart.


Lela,
I could not have asked for a more fun, 
spontaneous , outgoing, loving grandmother. My heart is filled with so many wonderful memories that I can only thank you for. Your amazing cooking, home-made play dough, the endless ice-cream sandwiches you supplied all the grandkids with, and so much more. You never ceased to show your love to all of us and I am grateful for that. 
I will never forget our trips to Bon-ton for “good quality” items and you always hiding extra snacks in your purse. Also not to forget your love for the cheesey  Telenoveles! You were one of kind and I will ALWAYS love you. I will miss your warm hugs and kisses, your singing and laughter. They will never be forgotten.  
I have peace in knowing that you are rejoicing with the lord now and can’t wait for the day when we are reunited. 

Love you forever and always in my heart.

Dear Lela, 

You were truly one in a million. I am so grateful for all of the childhood memories we have with you. Your kindness was heroic, your presence was peaceful, and your love was unconditional. Thank you for caring for me and Ricky like we were your own grandkids. I remember walking into your house and feeling at home.  I always reminded you of the time when you were bathing us and well you (Jess and Melissa) know the rest, I'll spare the funny details. Sitting at your kitchen table eating mac and cheese or pop pop's pancakes, walks to the park, playing in your basement, your hugs, your lela sayings like "good quality", "beaUtiful", all these memories are preciously in my heart forever. 

Love always, 

Kristine & family

Dear Elizabeth, Bob, Melissa, Jessica, Robby, and family, 

I am so sorry and saddened to hear of the loss of your beloved mother and Lela. The pain of losing someone so special is unbearable. I pray for you to find comfort and have peace.  

I remember seeing Mrs. Justiniano at so many events, always with a smile on her face. As she looked upon all her children and grandchildren, you could see and feel the love and pride she had for her beautiful family. She raised amazing children who in turn raised her wonderful grandchildren. Her legacy lives on in each of you.

In memory of a special, beautiful person. 

With sympathy and love, 
Kristin 

Favorite memories will be how you held dinners and get togethers for the whole family,  so we could all just hang-out enjoying time together.  Your food was always amazing! How you loved seeing  your grandkids and loving on them. Thank you for giving of  yourself unselfishly.  What an example you have been for me.  Richly blessed is how I feel having had a mother in law just like you!! The best!!  I love you forever and forever you will be in my heart.  Rest in the Lord's arms! 

Chely  OXO


My siblings and I would go to her house when we were sick, when school was closed, or when our parents needed a date night. We saw her every Sunday after church too. She loved every moment with us. As a kid, all the kissing and hugging was irritating, we just wanted to play. You can’t love your family too much. It’s the kissing, hugging, and her telling me how much she loved us that floods my heart now.  My grandmother taught me the value of time. I will always wish to have a few had a few minutes more. But  it’s those precious memories at I I’ll have for a lifetime. I love you Lela. 

Mary was my godmother and although we all went to school together her children and us. She was a great person and role model to me. After she moved to Pennsylvania I always made it a point to visit and called her constantly. I’m so glad  I never missed the opportunity to grow and share so many memories with her. Unfortunately she was getting sick and so was my mom and therefore visits had to take a back seat but she will live forever in my heart and will be missed. God has gotten another angel in heaven. Love you Mary.

Still so very pretty.    She was kindness and love.  After so many years, I still remember her happy laugh.  Memories of her and her Mami (My Tia Cachon)  will warm my heart for the rest of my days.  Dani



My heart broke when my mother told me. My titi was the best I would spend my days with her while my mom worked. I’ll always remember while she was in the kitchen she would sing and whistle. I loved hearing her sing but, when she would whistle it sounded like an instrument, I can still hear it now. She taught me to speak proper Spanish and to dance. She took me in and I felt like I was one of her kids cause that’s how she treated me... 
    Titi, te amo y aprecio todo lo que has hecho por mí. Nunca te olvidaré, siempre fuiste tan especial para mí. Me ayudaste a ser muchas de las cosas que soy hoy, te amo y te extrañaré tanto.

I remember going up to the house to visit Lefty and his mom would not let me leave until I ate two big plates of food rice and beans and chicken and some other dishes I don't remember the name of but it was all good I miss that love her dearly.💔

Your whistling, singing, dancing and cooking will be remembered and play forever in our hearts and minds as warmly as your hugs and kisses Mommy Bella... Love you forever, Gerardito y Anita

OBITUARY

Maria Esther Justiniano

3 September, 1937 – 7 April, 2020

Auman's Inc. Funeral Home

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