Obituary
James Wiiliam Testo Jr.
Known as Jim to friends
Jimmy to special friends & family
70 yrs old
Hinton Alberta
Died Dec 15/19 at the Royal Alex in Edmonton
DOB – October 19/49
Born in Edmonton AB
Parents – James Testo Sr.
Eileen Letcher
We moved to Hinton the summer 1956. Jim attended school in Hinton. He worked different construction jobs & went on to become a heavyduty mechanic. He worked at Obed Mine until he had to go off on long term. He also owned a motorcycle shop where he met Shirley. They married April 22/72.
Jim had a love for the outdoors & spent time out camping & quadding whenever he could. He spent time with his grandkids whenever he could. Myles was his sidekick. His grandkids were the light of his life. He loved fixing small engines, chainsaws etc for anyone who dropped one off at his door. Many friends came & went having coffee in his garage. Coffee was always on. He was always there if you needed help.
Survived by his wife Shirley of 47 years and children, Neil (Lisa) Testo, Shelby (Giselle)Testo, & Twila (Todd) Goolsby all of Hinton Ab.
Surviving Grandchildren Myles Goolsby, Sara Goolsby, Elizabeth Testo, Madison Testo & Max Testo all of Hinton.
Surviving siblings: Brian (Pat) Testo, Cathy Badry and Sandy Drew (Gary),
Predeceased by his mother Eileen Letcher and his father James Testo, Sr and his grandchildren Ethan Testo & Riley Testo and his grandparents Emma & Bob Cowley & Martire & (Sidney) Thomas Testo (Testa).
There will be a Graveside Service at the Woodlawn Cemetery in Hinton on December 19, 2019 at 2:00 PM with reception to follow.
In lieu of flowers please consider a Donation to The Hinton SPCA or a Charity of your choice in James’ name.
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Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de James Jim William Testo October 19 1949 December 15 2019 (age 70)..
Décès pour la Ville: Edson, Province: Alberta