"I can't believe I JUST heard about this! Oh Paul! You were the best guy to work with!! I enjoyed our conversations and jokes and just the sound of your laugh and the smile on your face! You were a great guy and will be missed by many. Haven't seen you in a year or two - but enjoyed your Christmas cards!! Enjoy Heaven and tell my Grandpa Earl hello for me okay!! (((hugs)))"
In loving memory of
Paul Testroet
September 30, 1940 - January 27, 2014
Paul John, son of Joseph and Sophia (Meier) Testroet, was born September 30, 1940 in Halbur, Iowa. He attended rural school near Halbur before graduating from Kuemper High School in 1958. Paul worked at the Winnike & Masching Gas Station after graduation. On September 28, 1963 Paul was united in marriage with Judy Sapp at St. Joseph Church in Carroll. Shortly after being married Paul joined the Army National Guard Ammunition Unit out of Audubon and served from October 1963 to March 1969. Paul worked as an appliance repair man for Dick Happe at Heires Electric for 32 years until their closing. He then worked as Maintenance Supervisor at Quakerdale in Manning for 23 years until his retirement in 2011. Paul was a member of the Holy Spirit Parish in Carroll. He enjoyed woodworking, working on his lawn, gardening, his model train set, and especially spending time with his children, grandchildren and great grandchild. After an extended respiratory illness, Paul passed away at St. Anthony Hospital, Carroll, Iowa on Monday, January 27, 2014 at the age of 73 years, 3 months and 28 days. Paul will be remembered for his generous support of the Iowa Donor Network at the time of his death. He is preceded in death by his parents Joseph and Sophia Testroet, two brothers Joseph Testroet in infancy and Larry Testroet and sister Alvina Huegerich. Paul is survived by his wife Judy Testroet; children: David (Cindy) Testroet of Madrid, IA; Mary Beth (Larry) Quiroz of Omaha, Ne; Joseph (Allison) Testroet of Panora, IA; 4 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild; brothers Ron Testroet of Phoenix, AZ; Ken (Lois) Testroet of Carroll; sister Betty (Dick) Klocke of Marshalltown, IA; brother in law Earl Huegerich of Rockwell City, IA; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Visitation and Prayers Wednesday, January 29, 2014, After 3:30 PM Rosary 4:00 PM Prayer Service 6:00 PM Ohde Twit Funeral Home, Carroll, Iowa Visitation will resume at Holy Spirit at 9:00 AM Thursday, January 30, 2014 Mass of Christian Burial Thursday, January 30, 2014, 10:30 AM Holy Spirit Church Carroll, Iowa Celebrant Reverend Timothy Johnson Lector David Testroet Gift Bearers Grandchildren & Great Grandchild Eric Testroet Nicole Testroet Amber Testroet Gabriella Quiroz Andrew Leavitt Kianna Testroet Music "Let There Be Peace" "Ave Maria" "How Great Thou Art" "On Eagle's Wings" Holy Spirit Choir Barb McDermott, Accompanist "Amazing Grace" Edward Letcher, Vocalist Casket Bearers David and Cindy Testroet Joseph and Allison Testroet Mary and Larry Quiroz
Tributes
"Our condolences to Judy and family and the Testroet family. Growing up across the street from the Testroet family has a lot of fun memories. (I still know all of the kids' nicknames!) I would work sometimes with Paul at the gas station, and that was always a good experience. May God bless you all and grant you peace."
"Paul was a quiet, hard-working man that reminded me much of my own Dad. He had a good sense of humor, even though it wasn't always obvious. He was always willing to do whatever he needed to in every situation that needed his attention at Quakerdale. A good man."
"Judy, David, Mary Beth & Buddy - We just want you to know we're thinking about you guys, and our prayers are with you. Paul will be missed. I will always remember that smile!"
"My dad was Frank, the youngest brother. Paul and his siblings grew up with me and my sisters at Halbur. Our parents would visit as we kids played. My husband and I met Paul at Quakerdale in Manning (I believe that was the name.) I appreciate the picture, see some Testroet features. Susan"
"Judy and Family, Our deepest sympathy in your loss. Paul was a kind and loving husband, father, and grandfather to all of you. Cherish those wonderful memories. God Bless."
"Aunt Judy, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Paul will be missed."
"Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. Let us know if there is anything that we can do to help."
"Judy &family I am so sorry to hear about Paul. you have my condolences. Joyce baumhover"
"Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We are so sorry for your loss."
"May God bless you and keep you always in His care. We will miss you very much."