S. Francis Testa

NORTH CANAAN — S. Francis Testa, 82, of Bloomfield, Conn., the beloved husband of Mildred “Millie” (Lanfranchi) Testa, died at home on March 11, 2018.  

Born Jan. 30, 1936, in Winsted, he was the son of the late Samuel and Anna (Onion) Testa.  

He lived in North Canaan before moving to Bloomfield 55 years ago.  He was a teacher and vice principal in the Bloomfield Public School system for many years before retiring; he had the distinct honor of earning the Teacher of the Year award one year.  

He was an active parishioner of Sacred Heart Church, Bloomfield.

Frank enjoyed reading, walking, teaching, driving, doing puzzles and collecting coins with his children and grandchildren. He was a friend to everyone and he cherished the time he spent with his family, especially his grandchildren.  

In addition to Millie, his wife of 57 years, he is survived by two sons, Mark Joseph Testa and his wife, Amanda, of Washington and Robert Francis Testa and his wife, Rosanna, of Tolland; seven grandchildren, Chris, Joseph, Isabella, Antonia, Malia, Frank and Elisa; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.  

He was predeceased by a son, Mark Francis Testa; a brother, Joseph Testa; and a sister, Rosemarie Riva.  

His family will receive friends Thursday, March 15, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Sacred Heart Church in Bloomfield.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, March 16, at 11 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery in North Canaan at the convenience of the family.  

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Bloomfield Ambulance Association, 785 Park Ave., Bloomfield, CT 06002.  

To leave an online condolence, go to www.carmonfuneralhome.com.