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TESTA, Maria Stella

Maria Stella Testa, 84, of Lake Worth passed away on May 30, 2019 under the care of Hospice of Palm Beach County in Atlantis. She was born and raised in Hawthorne, New Jersey moving to this area in 1952. Stella had been employed with the Palm Beach County Tax Collector's office for may years before her retirement 20 years ago. She had also served on the Board of Directors of the Palm Beach County Credit Union. Stella had also attended St. Luke Catholic Church in Palm Springs. She was preceded in death by her husband Americo "Rick" in 1963, and her siblings. She leaves her children; Bill and his wife Joanne Testa, Sam Testa and his fiancee Vickie Havner, Cheryl and her husband Kevin Grandy. Her nine grandchildren will also cherish her memory; Kevin and Jennifer Grandy, Lindsey Testa, Keith And Rebecca Grandy, Joseph and Andrea Testa. Kent Grandy, Casey Testa, Sam Testa, Sarah and Jon Hodges, Ricky Testa, and also four great grandchildren. Her family will receive friends on Wednesday between 9: 30 and 11:00 AM at the funeral home. A mass of Christian burial will follow at St. Luke Catholic Church at 11:30 am. Stella will be laid to rest immediately following at Pinecrest Cemetery, Lake Worth. In lieu of flowers donations to St. Jude Children Hospital or Hospice of Palm Beach County would be greatly appreciated. Her funeral arrangements have been entrusted to DORSEY - E. EARL SMITH MEMORY GARDENS FUNERAL HOME 3041 Kirk Road, Lake Worth, Fl. 33461 www.dorsey-smithmemorygardens.com

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Published by The Palm Beach Post from Jun. 2 to Jun. 3, 2014.
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Stella testa was my godmother. She lived in keansburg noj with my godfather and her parents. I know that my godfather ( America ) passed away shortly after they moved to fla. in a truck accident ? My name is Irene Demetro. Née Yawger . While visiting my daughters godmother in boy ton beach fla. about ten yrs ago or maybe longer I tried reaching out to her to no avail. My daughters godmother ran into Stella and I was very excited. Wish I could have re-United with her. [email protected]. Thank you

March 10, 2019

Please advise if this is Stella testa (Bruno) my godmother from monmouth county nj originally my name is now irene demetro [email protected] My godmother Stella Bruno née testa moved to fla. With my godfather in the 1950's godfather died in a trucking accident at a very young age thank you, irene

October 27, 2014

Bill, Sam and Cheryl, We are so sorry to here of your mom's passing. Stella will be remembered for her joy of life and abiding love for her family. Bruce and Cynthia Ollis Wellington, FL

June 6, 2014

I worked with Stella many years at the Tax Collector's office and I wish to extend my condolences to the family.

Cynthia

June 5, 2014

Bill and Sam, I am sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you both and with your families at this sad time.

Miriam Ferrin

June 3, 2014

Bill/Joanne: I read in the obituary on the passing of Bill's mother and wanted to offer my condolences. Hold on to the good times you shared and I know that it will help bring some comfort during your time of grieving/healing. May your mother, Maria, Rest in Peace.

Chief (Mike) Southard

June 3, 2014

Bill,
I was sorry to hear about your Mom's passing. Please accept my condolences.

Terry Rowe

June 3, 2014

I remember Stella from working with her at the tax collectors office - tag office - many years ago. My condolences to the family. May she rest in eternal peace.

Pat Rogers

June 3, 2014

Rest in peace my dearest friend. You will be missed.

Ruth Wright

June 3, 2014

I am very sad for your family for your loss. Stella & I were great friends during & after our serving together with the PBC Credit Union official family. We were truly a family there. She will be sorely missed. I will always remember her great spirit & love of fun, fellowship & family. With much love from my family, Carol Heffner

June 2, 2014

So sad to hear of my beloved supervisor's passing. I know that she is in our Lord's loving embrace.

Nancy Blanton-Welling

June 2, 2014

Cheryl Grandy

June 2, 2014

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9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Dorsey - E. Earl Smith Funeral Home and Lake Worth Memory Gardens

3041 Kirk Road, Lake Worth, FL 33461

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3041 Kirk Road, Lake Worth, FL 33461

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