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Louis D'Ascoli Obituary
Dr. Louis N. D'Ascoli, former principal of Eastchester Senior High School died in Tampa on April 1, 2012 at the age of 90.
Dr. D'Ascoli was principal of EHS for sixteen years. He retired in 1977. While serving as principal, Dr. D'Ascoli was recognized by his peers by being elected to serve as President of the New York State Association of Secondary School Principals and then as President of the School Administrators Association of New York State. During his tenure as Principal of Eastchester Senior High School the school was recognized as one of the premier senior high schools in the Metropolitan New York Area.
Dr. D'Ascoli, until establishing residence in Florida, was a life-long resident of Westchester County. Born in Yonkers, he attended Gorton High School and lived in Yonkers until his retirement. Dr. D'Ascoli earned his Bachelor of Science Degree at Fordham University and his Master's and Doctorate degrees from Teachers College, Columbia University. Dr. D'Ascoli served in Europe as well as in the Eastern Theatre of Operations in World War II. He also served in Korea.
Dr. D'Ascoli was predeceased by his wife of 59 years, Margaret, and is survived by his niece, Kathleen Zaccagnino, her husband, Paul, their children, Danny and Therese, and Therese's husband Michael Marmion and their daughter, Emily.
A memorial mass will be held on Saturday, April 28, at 1:00 pm at Corpus Christi Church, 136 S. Regent Street, Port Chester, NY. Donations in his memory can be made to Corpus Christi-Holy Rosary School, 135 S. Regent Street, Port Chester, NY 10573.
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Memories and Condolences
for Louis D'Ascoli
Raymond Albanese EHS class of 1964
April 2, 2025
Doctor D´Ascoli was the best of the best.
Lynda Morris
April 2, 2021
Al and I were just speaking of and remembering Doc and all the moments we shared talking and laughing and learning. You were the best and my life is blessed from knowing you. Love you, Lynda and Al Morris
Raymond Albanese
April 2, 2020
I consider myself to have been blessed to have had Doc a part of my life. He was an amazing man.
Lynda Morris
April 2, 2019
You are still missed my dear, dear friend.
John Zaccagnino
April 27, 2012
To Kathy and Family,
My sincerest condolences are with you on the passing of your Uncle Lou. He really lived his lfe to the fullest leaving behind such a great legacy. I am glad that he got to at least see his great-niece Emily before taking ill at her Christening. He is now resting in peace with your Aunt Peg.
Your brother-in-law,
John Zaccagnino
April 15, 2012
Doc was the best.He was my principal @Yonkers high School,what a kind man.
June Gerson Meyer
Edinboro PA
Elinor Linett Kohler
April 15, 2012
My sincere condolences to Doc's family and friends. He was my Principal at Yonkers High and a great influence in my life.
April 15, 2012
You were a positive influence on so many people's lives. Rest in peace my friend.
Gordon & Iseabelle(Harraghy) Russell
YHS 57-61
Cheryl Cecere
April 14, 2012
So thankful for Doc's life & work! Doc was correct that our EHS Class of '70 was too full of ourselves! My parents so enjoyed working with Doc in Eastchester Home/School Association. Doc, thanks for hiring me as an EHS teacher - for even amidst the strike Tom & I met & later married. Thank you for being good to us. Also thank you for helping me later on obtain my Salem HS teaching job with terrific recommendation. Finally, thank you for Peg's & your Christmas cards through the years & for keeping Christ in Christmas. Rest in God's peace, Cheryl & Tommy
Lynda and Al Morris
April 11, 2012
You were the dearest of friends and you will be missed. You and your life were an inspiration.
Laurie Zilz-Capone
April 11, 2012
What sad news, he was my principal until 1971. What a nice man, he will be remembered. RIP Doc.
Donna Bruckner
April 10, 2012
Doc was my principal at EHS..1968-1970.. I have fond memories of him and send my condolences to his family.
Michael Ruggiero
April 10, 2012
Doc was a great principal that you weren't afraid to talk with. He was a students principal. Everyone that knew him was very fortunate. My condolences.
April 10, 2012
Doc was a great person and helped many of us. I was fortunate to have known him. He will be in my prayers.
Barbara Fine Andersen
April 9, 2012
What a man, what an educator, what a leader! Easily one of the best I've ever been associated with. So fortunate to have had him as a principal at RHS and my boss at EHS. I will forever be grateful for his trust and confidence in giving me my first basketball head coaching job at EHS. My wife, Olivia Pierorazio, and I had the utmost respect and admiration for Doc. Our sincere condolences to his family.
Ron Rothstein
April 9, 2012
I had the priviledge of having Doc as my principal at Eastchester High School and have the fondest memories of him and what he not only did for the Class of 1964 but for all the classes at EHS. God Bless Doctor D'Ascoli. Raymond Albanese
April 9, 2012
I remember him fondly from his days as assistant principal at Yonkers High School( late 50's).How could we not forget mascot SHY also- always accompanying him to the sports events.
If only all educators could be like him!
Paulette Matusik Conlan
David and Rona Spar
April 9, 2012
Doc was the very best principal you could have wanted. He helped us through our years at Yonkers High School and was loved by all. God Bless.
David and Rona Spar
Peggy Baxter
April 9, 2012
He was my principal at Eastchester High and taught us the importance of respect, a good education and to dress appropriately. My prayers and thoughts are with his family.
Joe Bova
April 8, 2012
He was my principal at Eastchester,Dr D'Ascoli was a far men and helped me to become a men.I am so sorry to here about his passing.My prays and thoughts go out to his family.
Joe Bova
Anthony Krusky
April 8, 2012
Dr. D'Ascoli started his teaching career at Gorton High School, his Alma Mater. He was also a high school football official. Mr.D as he was affectionately addressed was a friend to many of us at Gorton. He was always available to listen to our problems. A brilliant career for a brilliant man and he will be missed.
Greg Chiman
April 8, 2012
He was also the principal of Yonkers High School. Lest we not forget him as our great leader there!! Condolences to his family.
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