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Bryan Testerman Obituary
Knoxville, TN
Bryan Edward Testerman, age
75, passed away peacefully,
Thursday, June 18, 2015 at Parkwest Hospital with family and friends by his side. He was a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather, and a great friend and employer to many people. Bryan attended Staub School, Tyson Jr. High, West High School, where he played football, the University of Tennessee and East Tennessee State University. He grew up in the Melrose area and attended Second Presbyterian Church. Bryan initially began work with his brother John Testerman at Testerman Construction Company. Over the years, they have built over 5000 homes, 3 apartment complexes, and Willow Creek Golf Club. More recently, as Bryan Testerman Construction, he built the Whispering Woods and Ansley Woods neighborhoods. Bryan leaves a 50 year legacy of some of Knoxville's most successful residential communities and apartments. He was able to develop a loyal team of employees, which contributed to uncompromising quality, service and integrity.
Bryan was predeceased by father and mother, Benjamin Harrison Testerman and Lucille Hanley Testerman; brothers, Sgt. Benjamin Harrison Testerman, Jr., Daniel Hanley Testerman, Kyle C. Testerman; and nephew, John Testerman, Jr. He is survived by his loving wife of 32 years, Brenda Huff Testerman; daughter, Tracey and husband, Ken Hayes Harrigan, and their children, Kathleen Elizabeth, Mary Jennifer, and Hayes Delia Harrigan; and by his son, Bryan Edward Testerman, Jr.; and his son, Mason Testerman. Bryan is also survived by brother, John W. Testerman and wife, Leslie Testerman; nieces and nephews, Hanley and Bill Roach, Chris Testerman, and Daniel Read, Muffett and James Buckner, Benjamin Long Testerman, and Janet and Joey Creswell.
Family and friends will meet for a graveside service to be held Tuesday, June 23rd at 10:00 a.m. at Highland Memorial Cemetery. Friends may call at their convenience, Rose Mann Mortuary, 6200 Kingston Pike. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the church or charity of choice. Arrangements by Rose Mortuary Mann Heritage Chapel. Online condolences may be extended at www.rosemortuary.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Bryan Testerman
June 27, 2015
I really hate to hear this about Mr. Testerman..one of the best builders I have met.he was always fair with people and no one worked harder than he did.
H.R. Davis
Marlene Viravec
June 23, 2015
Our prayers to the Testerman family. We knew and worked with many. Neighbors in Farrington Subdivision.
Kimberly Dison
June 23, 2015
Brenda,
Prayers for you and your family.
Theresa Eilerman
June 23, 2015
Bryan senior and Bryan junior built our fine home. Thoughts and prayers to all Bryan's family at this most difficult time.
Jack Householder
June 23, 2015
I'm so sorry for your loss. I went to Staub school with Bryan. We got along really well. I liked him a lot.
Erik Henry
June 23, 2015
Our heartfelt condolences to our good friend Tracey and her family. So sorry to learn of your Dad's passing. We are thinking of you.
June 22, 2015
Praying for the entire Testerman Family, Brian was a good man and he took a lot of pride in his homebuilding. May God confort you all. In Christ Steve M Coker Sr
Mary Richesin
June 22, 2015
He let us handle is closings for over 30 years. He was a friend as well. We at East Tennessee Title are very sorry for your loss and have you in our thoughts and prayers.
Ella Minton
June 22, 2015
We are so sorry for your loss. The world has lost a wonderful and talented man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Ella J. Minton & Robbie & Garret Cowan
Eddie Waldrop
June 22, 2015
I have great memories of Bryan during our years at West High School. I always knew he would be a great success because of the great qualities he had about him. Will cherish the memories. RIP Bryan
Jeff Cody
June 22, 2015
Condolences to the entire family.
Ken Jones
June 21, 2015
We went to Tyson JHS at the same time, Bryan was a neat classmate, who seemed to be always willing to help others. I was certain he would be a success in life.
June 21, 2015
RIP Pops. You will be missed and always remembered. Joe Kanipe
June 21, 2015
Bryan was a fine man. He help me out several times. Prayers for the Family. I went to UT with him...Bill Wilson
Renee Presley
June 21, 2015
This makes me so sad. Bryan was always good to me. He was a special man that accomplished a lot in his time. I send prayers out to his whole family. I am sorry for your loss.
Pam Mathes Hundley
June 21, 2015
I am so sorry to hear of Bryan's passing. Condolences to Brenda and the entire family. I was a devoted employee for 7 years and learned a lot from Bryan during my years with him.
June 21, 2015
I am sorry to hear about Bryan. Prayers be with his family. He was a mentor to me. JD Floyd & Family
LeeRoy & Angie,Jeff, Jeff Jr. Yarber
June 21, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Darryl & Diane Merritt Mountain Electric Co.
June 21, 2015
Sending our condolences to the family. We have you in our thoughts and prayers. We will miss him greatly.
Dotti Cornils
June 21, 2015
Condolences to the entire family, A wonderful man will be missed greatly.
Prayers for peace for all of you.
Dotti
Betty (Morton) Gallegos
June 21, 2015
I am so sorry to hear of Bryan's passing. My condolences to his children and extended family. He was a good friend to me for over 50 years.
June 21, 2015
Our prayers for you and your family, Brenda Darryl and Beverly Dunbar
June 21, 2015
So sorry to hear of this. Prayers and peace be with family. Burney Jarvis and family, CLT, NC.
Barry L. Bradley
June 21, 2015
Rip Bryan.
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