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He was the husband of Claire (Ethier-Prizio) Asquino of Rumford. He was son of the late Guiseppe and Anna (Treglia) Asquino. A life long resident of East Providence, Mr. Asquino was co-owner of the former Asquino's Restaurant of East Providence, the former Fore'n Aft Restaurant of Warren and Sun Valley Country Club of Rehoboth. He was also co-owner of North Broadway Loan Co., and North Broadway Realty Co.
Besides his wife he is survived by a daughter, Lynn DePrizio of Rumford, two brothers, Louis and Francis Asquino both of East Providence and many nieces and nephews. He was brother of the late Carmella Simione, Louise, Anthony, Angelo and Alfred Asquino.
His funeral will be held on Monday, July 11th at 9:30 a.m. from the REBELLO FUNERAL HOME, 901 Broadway, East Providence with a Mass of Christian Burial in Our Lady of Loreto Church, Waterman Ave., East Providence at 10:30 a.m. Burial in St. Francis Cemetery, Pawtucket. Calling hours Sunday 5-8 p.m.
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Regis Sauger
October 18, 2025
Joe was only with us on a temporary basis. He was, my thoughts, an Angel of the Lord. This new assignment will be welcomed by the recipient that will enjoy this beautiful angel. Reggie Sauger golf buddy
Regis Sauger
May 15, 2023
Joe & I were golf buddies in Fort Myers. One day, Claire dropped him off at the Fort Myers CC to play golf with me. Instead of playing golf we decided to go and enjoy "Pine Island". We had to much to drink bu has to prove to Claire & others that we played golf. We faked a score card from Lochmoor and went to the Veranda at cocktail hour with the score card to prove we played golf. Jack Bailey accused us of drinking all day and never playing golf. Everyone thought it was hilarious except Claire. Joe, I know where you are so when it is my turn save me a "tee time". Reggie Sauger "friend"
Michael & MaryEllen Hodges
July 11, 2005
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Bill Drapeau
July 11, 2005
A little bit of a cherished memory dies with the passing of each Asquino.
As I am out of town and will not be able to attend the services for Joe, I wish to extend to the entire Asquino family my sincerest condolences. We all have such fond memories of the restaurant and the close knit family who ran it welcoming everyone as they entered.
Joe was a great man who will forever be remembered by those whose life he touched. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
Thomas Caruolo
July 11, 2005
Many years ago I worked for a short time in the Asquinos kitchen Joe,Tony, and Al were great to work for.Many years later I worked as the Chef at a golf course were Joe was a member.He remembered me from all the years before I was mpressed.
He was a great guy
John O'Brien
July 10, 2005
oI grew up with at least a weekly visit to Asquino's. My father Dr. O'Brien was a great fan of both the family and the restaurant. My prayers and sympathy are with you.
julio gionti
July 10, 2005
such a wonderful soft and well spoken man, it was a pleasure to work for him.........i will never forget the good times at asquino's
lisa sherman
July 9, 2005
My family and I are very sorry for your loss. We were patrons to the Asquino's and I myself a former employee.
Frank D. McGinn, Jr.
July 9, 2005
Joe was a great friend of my father, Frank McGinn. In the late 60's & 70's I think my father spent more time at Asquino's than he did at F.D McGINN, INC. Joe will be missed.
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