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John Assion Obituary
JOHN PAUL
Died on Wednesday, October 16, 2002, of Jefferson Hills. Father of Melissa, Rebekkah and Molly Assion; brother of Tom and his wife, Mary Assion and their family; also survived by his close friend, Melanie. Mr. Assion taught at CCAC South Campus for more than 30 years. Family suggests contributions to the ALS Association, 1 Station Square Drive, Suite 550, Pgh., PA 15219. Arrangements by STEPHEN D. SLATER FUNERAL HOME 1701 State Rt. 51, (Large) Jefferson Hills.
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David Dausey
January 7, 2025
I was asked to give a keynote address at the CCAC All College Day in January 2025. Reflecting on my time at CCAC South, taking courses with Professor Assion (fondly known simply as Ace) was a defining moment. Education is said to be not the filling of a pale but the lighting of a fire. Ace's courses lit a fire in me that burns bright today. May he rest in peace.
David Dausey
Donna & Jess
November 12, 2002
Dear John Paul,
you were delightful, intelligent, gentle, lovely, side splitting humorous!
Forever we are touched, Donna & Jess
Joe Gavin
November 7, 2002
Hello Jack, we miss your wry humor and humane wisdom. Thanks for your good friendship and professional, quiet contributions to our South Campus community over the ages. God bless you and take you close.
MJ Fedor
November 4, 2002
Our prayers and condolences go to Jack's family and friends, and his extended family at CCAC-South.
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Thomas Juravich
October 29, 2002
The Students and members of the South Campus family have lost a Teacher in every sense of the word and a dear friend .
Joe & Louise Clement
October 28, 2002
Thanks for getting our students to start thinking and thanks for the for being my cohort and friend for so long.
Barbara Chandler
October 28, 2002
Jack was one of the first people to introduce themslves to me when I came to South Campus. I will miss him and his friendly wave.
Barbara Chandler
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