Leon James Testas, 89, of Beavercreek, passed away peacefully Saturday, October 19, 2024, at home with his family at his side. Leon was born June 19, 1935, in Bulger, Penn., to the late Leon Louis and Elizabeth (Sterckle) Testas. Also preceding him in death are his daughter Rebecca Testas in 1989, granddaughter Rebecca Winslow and brother Charles Testas.
Leon leaves to cherish his memory, his beloved wife of 67 years, Lydia (Buckwalter) Testas, children Kimber Testas, Sherry (Brian) Winslow, Lydia (Joe) Edwards, Chuck (Kimberly) Testas; 12 grandchildren Hannah Testas, Makenna (Dylan) Alvarado, Stephen (Krystal) Williams, Matthew Williams, Dale Edwards, Craig Edwards, Bayne (Donnie) Hayes, Andrew (Brooke) Testas, David (Brooklyn) Testas, Jonathan Testas, Ella Testas. Also surviving are eight great-grandchildren Bryant, Allyson, Elizabeth, Emerson, Roman, Harper, Miles, Claire; sister Carole (Bob) Harvey, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Leon was a longtime member of Kirkmont Presbyterian Church. He was a graduate of Davis and Elkins College in Elkins, W.Va., he earned his master’s degree from Troy State University, Ala. He was a retired US Air Force Lt. Col., proudly serving for 28 years, and retired from Wright State University as associate director of Research and Sponsored Programs, after 15 years of service. He was an avid Steelers fan and enjoyed golfing. Leon was a very devoted man and deeply loved his family.
Funeral services were held at Kirkmont Presbyterian Church in Beavercreek on Oct. with Pastor B.J. Newman presiding. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Leon may be made to Kirkmont Presbyterian Church or Gospel Mission, 64 Burns Avenue, Dayton, Ohio 45402 (gmission.org).
