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Lorraine Testo Obituary
Lorraine Helen Rowe Testo, age 92, of Fairfield, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 13, 2014 with her devoted son, Dr. Robert M. Testo, PhD by her side at the Ludlowe Center for Health and Rehabilitation in Fairfield.
Born in Bridgeport on December 18, 1921 to the late Frederick L. Rowe and Helen M. Fischer-Rowe, she was a graduate of Bassick High School, Class of 1939 where she was a Class Officer. Lorraine recently attended her 70th Class Reunion in 2009. Prior to her retirement, she was the Assistant Director of Personnel at Fairfield University for over 18 years.
She and her late husband, Anthony E. Testo, were active members of the Patterson Club for over 50 years where Lorraine enjoyed golfing, bowling and playing bridge. Lorraine was also a member of the Gaelic American Club and the Greenfield Hill Chapter AARP where she received an award in 2002 for her Community Service work. She will be remembered for her zest for life and flair for fashion.
Friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service on Monday, April 21, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. directly at Holy Family Church. Interment to follow in Oak Lawn Cemetery. Donations may be made in her memory to the charity of one's choice.
Robert would like to extend his heartfelt appreciation to all of the staff members and administration at the Ludlowe Center for Health and Rehabilitation for the compassion and outstanding healthcare his mother received during her stay with them.
Shaughnessey Banks Funeral Home, 50 Reef Road in Fairfield Center is in charge of the arrangements. To send an online condolence, please visit www.shaughnesseybanks.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Lorraine Testo
Delores Seagren
April 19, 2014
Dear Bob, your Mother Lorraine was blessed to have your love and support through these years . I am sorry for your loss and pray God will give you whatever your heart needs most right now. I was glad I got to know her through visiting my Mother Eleanor at Ludlowe Rehab. Center. We shared some smiles and it will be a fond memory of her. May the peace of memories shared comfort you.
Alan Dressler
April 18, 2014
Bob
My sympathies are with you at this time. Will always have good memories of the time spent with Aunt Lorraine and Uncle Tony at the pharmacy, at the Patterson Club and at your home in Fairfield and occassionally at Duchess! May she rest in peace and bring you strength during this time.
Sincerely,
Alan
Sherill
April 18, 2014
Bob,
So sorry to hear about Aunt Lorraine's passing. We don't keep in touch often enough. Please let me know if there is anything we can do. Will call you.
Fran and Don DeMattia
April 18, 2014
Dear Bobbie, So sorry to hear about your mom. You have our deepest sympathy. Fran and Don DeMattia
Ted Bishop
April 17, 2014
Bob,
So very sorry to hear of the loss of your dear mother. It was always a pleasure to see her. May you find comfort in the many wonderful times you shared together.
Sandra Fry
April 17, 2014
My deepest sympathy Bob...you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Marge's daughter
Jean and Guy Schneider
April 17, 2014
Bobby,
We're so sorry for your loss.
You have always been in our thoughts. Never forgotten.
Tina Peloso-Ulreich
April 17, 2014
Dear Bob,
I am saddened to hear about your mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very sad time.
Joyce Loschiavo
April 17, 2014
Bob, my sincere sympathy in the loss of your mom. You were the best son a mother could ask for and in the end you were her crutch. God Bless You. The memories you have will stay in your heart forever.
Tom & Claudette Evarts
April 17, 2014
Bob,
God will give you the strength to endure the loss of your best firiend,. You have been a wonderful son.
Susan Barrett
April 17, 2014
Bob,
May your many cherished memories of your dear Mom help to console you. You were a model son. May she be at peace.
Miilton Jacoby
April 17, 2014
Bob,
Please accept my sincere condolences. Your Mom was lucky to have you by her side throughout her life. May she rest in peace.
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