Jun Baldoz II

Groton — Jun Alfredo Altoveros Baldoz II, of Groton-Mystic, slipped away with the rise of the sun on Sunday, June 3, 2018.

He was born Sept. 19, 1937, in Malabon, Philippines, to Alfredo Gongon Baldoz I and Leonila Altoveros Baldoz. He attended Far Eastern University in Manila, Philippines, where he studied accounting and business administration. He was a retired Vietnam veteran with over 20 years of service as a proud sailor in the U.S. Navy.

He is survived by his eight children, Alfredo and Cherie Baldoz, Michael Baldoz, Leilani and Tim Huff, Kimberly Weber, Matthew Baldoz, Jun Eric and Jennifer Baldoz, Jenny Baldoz and Brian Baldoz; his siblings, Irma Bunag, Nimerita Zerrudo, Leonila Bernardo, Leonilo Baldoz, Josie Buenaventura; his 21 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews and all of his beloved extended family and friends.

He is preceded by his parents.

Jun selflessly spent his life devoted to helping those in need. He was a proud longtime sponsor of Children International, contributor to Operation Smile and countless others. His generosity and dedication to helping others was recognized by all. Jun believed it was always better to be the one to give than to receive and that showing genuine love to all was the most important thing we could do in life.

His family will have services on Saturday, June 16, 2018 beginning with a viewing from 8 to 10 a.m., at The Dinoto Funeral Home, 17 Pearl St., Mystic, followed by an 11 a.m. church service to be held at St. Mary Mother of the Redeemer Church, Groton. Burial to immediately follow at Elm Grove Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in support of Jun’s favorite charity, Children International, by calling The Navy Federal Credit Union and donate to the “Lolo Jun’s Children Memorial Fund.”

For obituary information or to share a note of remembrance/condolence with his family, please visit dinotofuneral.com.