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Brennan Testa Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Jan. 22 to Jan. 23, 2004.

TESTA
BRENNAN D.
Age 26 of Penn Hills. On Tuesday, January 20, 2004, beloved husband of Jennifer R. (Lassiter); son of Pat & Daniel Testa; brother of Derrick R. Testa; son-in-law of Donald & Monica Lassiter; grandson of Elva M. Engel; brother-in-law of Jaime & Jessica Lassiter. Friends received Friday 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. at SOXMAN FUNERAL HOMES LTD., ROTH CHAPEL 7450 Saltsburg Road (at Universal Rd.) Penn Hills. Blessing Service Saturday 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers donations to family.
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January 17, 2025

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January 30, 2004

Lori Delaney posted to the memorial.

42 Entries

Les Leasure

January 17, 2025

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal. Love leaves a memory no one can steal.

Les Leasure

January 16, 2024

Dear Dan and Pat,
Although time has passed, I believe we never get over the death of our children but we struggle to get through it every day. Take care, Les

Lori Delaney

January 30, 2004

Uncle Dee, Aunt Patty, Derrick and Jen - Both Eddie and I are sorry we could not be there. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Brennan was a great guy, he had the best laugh and always smiled. We will miss him.

I know Gram and Pap and Nan are taking care of him now....

Love you guys - Lori and Eddie

Anon.

January 29, 2004

I hope someday you will be able to appreciate the following:

"Oh! it is hard to take to heart the lesson that such deaths teach, but let no man reject it, for it is one that all must learn, and it is a mighty universal Truth. When Death strikes down the innocent and young, for every fragile form from which he lets the panting spirit free, a hunfred virtues rise, in shapes of mercy, charity, and love, to walk the world, and bless it. Of every tear that sorrowing mortals shed on such green graves, some good is born, some gentler nature comes. In the Destroyer's steps there springs up bright creations that defy his power, and his dark path becomes a way of light to Heaven."

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Crissy Highland

January 28, 2004

My brother David and I have been friends with Brennan since we were young. It broke my heart to hear the news. Brennan was a great guy, there was nobody else as kind as he was. I know there is nothing that anyone can say to take away the pain and heartache you feel, but remember there are all of us friends and family here to help you. Whether it be for an ear to listen or a shoulder to cry on. Brennan will always be in my thoughts and prayers, along with all of you. He will surely be missed by all.

Love

Crissy Highland

Andrea Pitcock

January 28, 2004

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Brennan. Dan Testa is a customer of Black Box Corp, and I work with him. My sympathy to the family and friends. God's blessings be upon you.

Carl, Pam, Emma & Carly Neishloss

January 26, 2004

Dan & Pat,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Armand, Bryan, Nick Castelli

January 24, 2004

Dear Testa Family,

We were all sorry to hear about Brennen's accident. We first met Brennen at the Police Athletic Gym, where my sons and Brennen would work out every weekend. He was a great person, a hard worker, and will be dearly missed. My wife and I just spoke to Brennen and Jen at Wal-mart not too long ago. Please accept our deepest sympathy on your loss.

Armand Castelli Family

Chuck & Staci Rullo

January 23, 2004

Dearest Jennifer,

We were so saddened to learn about your Brennan. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

LOANN WARD

January 23, 2004

JEN AND LASSITER FAMILY,

I WANT TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST

SYMPATHY TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. MY

THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU

AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME. MAY GOD

BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

Elvira scolieri (palombo)

January 23, 2004

Jen

I am so sorry for your loss. When i found out i was shocked. I couldn't and still can't believe it. I want you to know that you are in my prayers . If you need anything please drop me a note

Elvira Scolieri

Marnie Testa

January 23, 2004

Jennifer, U. Dan, A. Pat, Derrick & Family,

I am very sorry for the loss of Brennan. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Love,

Marnie

Tracey Funaro (Tierney)

January 23, 2004

Jennifer and Lassiter Family,

Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of Brennan. I lived across the street from you for a few years while growing up, and have good memories of all of you. Brennan and my brother Shaun new each other well. I hope and pray that you find some comfort in your life after such a devastating loss. If there is ever anything that I can do for you, please let me know. Take care and you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Debbie Corso

January 23, 2004

Jenn,

I am so sorry to hear about Brennan. My deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. You will be in out thoughts and prayers. May God bless you and get you through these difficult times.

Debbie and family

Rose Lake

January 23, 2004

Dear Jennifer,

Sending my deepest sympathy, I have you in my thoughts and prayers.

(Rose, from Sears)

Jordan Smith

January 23, 2004

Dear Jennifer,Uncle D,& Aunt Patty,

I am sorry for your loss of Brennan.

He will always be in my thoughts and remembered in my heart.He was always nice to me.

Love Always,

Jordan :)

Jordan Smith

January 23, 2004

Dear Jennifer,Uncle D,& Aunt Patty,

I am sorry for your loss of Brennan.

He will always be in my thoughts &

remembered in my heart.He was always nice to me.

Love Always,

Jordan

Amy Schlemmer

January 23, 2004

Dan and all of the Testa and Lassiter families,

There really are no words that can express my sympathy at a time like this. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers.

Amy

Linda Hart

January 23, 2004

Jennifer, I wanted to let you know how sorry I am about your great loss. At times like this there are just no words but please know you, your husband and family our in my prayers.

Ed, Cathy and Patrick Laughlin

January 23, 2004

Pat, Dan and Derrick,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Tom Stein

January 23, 2004

Jennifer,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time.

Debbie Phillips

January 22, 2004

Jennifer,

I am so sorry to hear about your great loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Margee Rottinghaus

January 22, 2004

Dear Jennifer and Family,

We feel so fortunate to have known such a kind and gentle soul as Brennan. When the trees and flowers that he planted in our yard bloom this Spring, they will be a reminder of what a special person he was and how lucky we are to have been his friend. May God bless you all during this most difficult time.

Dave and Margee Rottinghaus

Jordan Smith

January 22, 2004

Dear Jennifer,Uncle D,& Aunt Patty,

I am sorry for your loss of Brennan.

He will always be in my thoughts & be remembered in my heart.He was always nice to me.

Love Always,

Jordan

Richard and Finisa Bishop, and family

January 22, 2004

Danny, Pat, Jennifer, and family. I'm so sorry to hear about Brennan. He was such a kind, loving and devoted young man, and I know...deep in your hearts, as with all of the Testa families.

I'm in Rhode Island on business, but I will try to be home by Saturday morning.

I feel I can speak for the whole Bishop family, plus Mine, Fannie and my childrens feelings about this loss. Feel free to contact us if you need anything.

Kathy Cerra

January 22, 2004

Jennifer, I was sincerely heartbroken when I Heard of Your tragedy. Brennan was a wonderful person. I was his sales rep at the Pennysvaer for many years. It was always a joy to wait on him. He always had a beautiful smile. All The girl's in the office were shocked. I will truly miss him. You don't meet people as nice as Brennan every day. My prayers are with you and Brennan's family. God bless all of you

Jan (Solka) & Chris Wilcox

January 22, 2004

Jen - We were so sorry to hear of your loss. It is hard to find the right words at a time like this. If you need anything just call or drop a note.

Patrice Palumbo

January 22, 2004

Lassiter Family,

When I heard the news about Brennan, my heart dropped. There is nothing I can say or do that will take away your pain but my thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Love,

Patrice

Walt Jaworski & Renee' (Jaworski) Beck

January 22, 2004

Danny (& family),

We cannot put into words the great sorrow we feel for you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Paula Filippino

January 22, 2004

Jennifer,

My Deepest sympathies are with you at this time.My thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless

Mary Morrone

January 22, 2004

Jennifer and Family...My thoughts and prayers go out to you on your tragic loss. I'm a Pennysaver rep who had the priveledge of waiting on Brennan many times. His smile each week, will be missed.

Annette and Gregg Johns

January 22, 2004

Jennifer, we are so sorry for your tremendous loss. Brennan was a good man, a happy man, and a man who made the world a better place. He will be missed.

Dana Calabrese

January 22, 2004

I would like to send my deepest condolences to Jenn and the rest of Brennan's family. I was deeply sadded to learn the loss of such a good young man. I trust that you all know he has touched the heart of everyone he has ever met. I am greatful that my boyfriend, David Highland, was blessed with many memories of his childhood buddy. He will definitely be missed. My sincere thoughts and heartfelt prayers are with you all during this time of great sorrow.

David Highland

January 22, 2004

I grew up with Brennan, he was my first best friend from kindergarten. I have so many happy childhood memories of Brennan that will never be forgotten. Brennan was a good guy, the kind guy that would give you the shirt off his back. He will definitely be missed.

I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to Jenn, Pat, Daniel, Derrick and the rest of Brennan's family and friends. I would like to share this poem with all of you that my girlfriend, Dana, and I found on this site...

If I knew...

If I knew it would be the last time That I'd see you fall asleep, I would tuck you in more tightly and pray the Lord, your soul to keep.

If I knew it would be the last time that I see you walk out the door, I would give you a hug and kiss and call you back for one more.

If I knew it would be the last time I'd hear your voice lifted up in praise, I would video tape each action and word, so I could play them back day after day.

If I knew it would be the last time, I could spare an extra minute to stop and say "I love you," instead of assuming you would KNOW I do.

If I knew it would be the last time I would be there to share your day, Well I'm sure you'll have so many more, so I can let just this one slip away.

For surely there's always tomorrow to make up for an oversight, and we always get a second chance to make everything just right.

There will always be another day to say "I love you," and certainly there's another chance to say "Anything I can do?"

But just in case I might be wrong, and today is all I get, I'd like to say how much I love you and I hope we never forget.

Tomorrow is not promised to anyone, young or old alike, and today may be the last chance you get to hold your loved one tight.

So if you're waiting for tomorrow, why not do it today? For if tomorrow never comes, you'll surely regret the day,

That you didn't take that extra time for a smile, a hug, or a kiss and you were too busy to grant someone, what turned out to be their one last wish.

So hold your loved ones close today, and whisper in their ear, Tell them how much you love them and you'll always hold them dear.

Take time to say "I'm

sorry," "Please forgive me," "Thank you," or "It's okay."

And if tomorrow never comes, you'll have no regrets about today.

God Bless You All and May He bring you inner peace and comfort through your times of sorrow.

I'll miss you Brennan.

Love,

Dave

Mary Anne Solka

January 22, 2004

Jennifer - Our deepest sympathies. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Uncle John & Aunt Mary Anne

Les Leasure

January 22, 2004

Dear Pat & Dan,

There are no words I can offer that can ease the pain and sorrow of losing your son, Brennan. Like my Chris and Kelly, God has taken your Brennan to a better place and for a better purpose. As time passes, you will realize Brennan will live forever in your thoughts and in your heart and you will feel the warmth of his love each and every day to come. It will be on your darkest days, that very, very special ray of sunshine.

All of you are in my thoughts, my heart and in my prayers.

God Bless You,

Richard & Lauren Tracey

January 22, 2004

To Brennan's family, our deepest sympathy.

Kathi Garrone

January 22, 2004

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless you all.

Kathi Garrone

NDC Real Estate Management, Inc.

Anne Turkowski & Family

January 22, 2004

Dan:

I was saddened to hear about the loss of your son. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. We have suffered a similar loss and know the agonizing pain which one day will begin to heal, but never go away. God Bless.

Mary Helen Windisch Hough

January 22, 2004

Monica and Donnie, I wish I had words that could soften your pain. I can't tell you how sorry I am to hear about the terrible tragedy of losing your beloved son-in-law, Brennan. My heart goes out to you, Jennifer and the rest of your family as well. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.

cathy bohatch

January 22, 2004

DAN,PAT AND FAMILY,

SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR LOSS.

THINKING OF YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN MY PRAYERS.

CATHY BOHATCH

Nick DiSaia

January 22, 2004

Danny

I cannot imagine the grief that you and Pat are experiencing right now. One of my biggest fears since my sons were born was the thought of losing one. Please accept my deepest, heartfelt sympathies in your loss.

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