Edward B. Testa, 73, of Eynon, passed away peacefully Thursday at the Linwood Nursing Center. He was preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, Judith Gorski Testa.

Born in 1946 in Greensburg, he was the son of the late Bruno and Josephine Lattanzio Testa.

Ed was a 1968 graduate of the University of Scranton, where he received a Bachelor of Science. In 1974, he was granted a Master of Science in Education, also from the University of Scranton. An avid educator, he began his career at Archbald High School and moved to the newly formed Valley View in 1969, teaching mathematics, earth science and physics. He was an active student council adviser and an adviser to the Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science. He served as PJAS Region II co-director for 11 years, as well as state director of PJAS from 1985-1989. Ed retired from teaching in 1997.

He is survived by his daughters, Cynthia Chaiten (Louis), Cleveland, Ohio; and Alicia Testa Chaytor (Paul Chaytor), Lawrence, N.J.; three granddaughters, Edith and Lillian Chaiten, and Chelsea Chaytor; a sister, Donna Krajc (Jack), Greensburg, Pa.; a sister-in-law, Patricia Murray (James), of Springfield, Va.; and his nieces and nephews, Rachel Pater, Dereck Krajc, Daniel Krajc, Andrew Murray and Brian Murray.

The family would like to thank the loving and caring staff at Elmcroft of Mid Valley, Hospice of the Sacred Heart and Linwood Skilled Nursing.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday at 11 a.m. in Sacred Heart Church, 1101 Willow St., Peckville. At the request of the family, interment in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Davis Street, Scranton, will be private.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Hospice of the Sacred Heart, 600 Baltimore Drive, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702.

Arrangements by the Nicholas Chomko Funeral Home, 1132 Prospect Ave., South Scranton.

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Published by Scranton Times on Feb. 15, 2020.

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jeff pitoniak

February 22, 2020

Was my mentor for the PJAS. I owe him for my love of science. Rest easy.

Linda Luchansky

February 18, 2020

I want to tell everyone how sad I was to see Mr. Test had passed away. I was a 7th grade student at Valley View and remembered Mr. Testa as one of the nicest and best teachers I had. I, too, became a teacher and have recently retired. I will always remember the Science Fair project I made for his class. A model of a spaceship landing on the surface of the moon! Mr. Testa was always inspiring and loved to help his students. I truly hope that he was able to spend lots of time with his family and friends. His memory is one of warm and happy times at school!

Sarah Dawgert

February 17, 2020

Cindy and Alicia and families- We are so sorry for your loss. I have many great memories of your dad, watching football, playing outside, lots of laughs and all of our family visits. Much love

February 16, 2020

To the Testa Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with
you at this time.
Ann & Jerry Valonis & Family

Sr. Therese Mary Dougherty

February 16, 2020

Dear Cindy and Alicia,

I want you to know that I am praying for your family at this time of loss. Your parents were always so good to me when I first met them in the early 1980's. Your mother and I had good times working together in Carbondale and your father was a wonderful husband! He loved you girls so much and was so proud of you.

Take care of yourselves. God bless you and your families.

Sr. Therese Mary Dougherty, IHM

Mr. Histed

February 15, 2020

Cindy, Alicia and families.
Very saddened to read of my dear friend's passing.
I realize his last few years were a struggle so I view his passing as a blessing as well as a profound personal loss for you all.
He was such an asset to his students not only in the classroom but also as Student Council advisor.
He's probably up there right now organizing a dance, disco ball and all, or a volleyball tournament or a blood drive, etc.
He provided many enjoyable events and experiences for so many Cougars.
Your dad was a true educator and humanitarian in the fullest sense of those terms.
The condolences and sympathies of all the Histeds are with you at this most sad time.
God Bless.
He's probably up there right now organizing a dance, disco ball and all, or a volleyball tournament or a blood drive, etc.
Many of our former students will cherish fond memories of your dad's efforts.

Theresa Clark

February 15, 2020

I just wanted to let the family know what a great teacher he was. I had him at the Archbald or Blakley school. That shows you how long ago and how young he was. I and four other students where having a very hard time in his class. He pulled us all aside and asked if we were interested in staying after school for one hour, three days a week to help us. We all jumped at that chance. We knew he was doing this unpaid. In one months time we all were passing his class. I had him again the next two years. Loved his class. He cared for his students. I am 63 years old and I can honestly say that He was the best teacher I ever had. I always thought of him threw the years with a smile on my face. Be proud of your father, Be proud of your Grandfather. They are very few teachers like him around. Sorry for your loss.

Sue McDonald

February 15, 2020

Mr. Testa was a teacher of mine back in 1970. He was a wonderful teacher but also a fine human being. May he rest in peace

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