Name: Memorial Gathering for John J. Ascuaga
Start: 2021-07-14T00:00:00.000Z
End: 2021-07-14T02:00:00.000Z
Location: Peppermill Resort Reno

John J. Ascuaga

Carson City

96, 28-Jun, Walton's Chapel of the Valley.

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Published by The Reno Gazette Journal and Lyon County News Leader from Jul. 2 to Jul. 4, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for John Ascuaga

Sponsored by Walton's Funerals & Cremations - Chapel of the Valley.

43 Entries

Jeannette Newbold (back then)

February 12, 2024

I was 6 or 7 when Bertha came to Sparks NV. John had her presented at Deer Park where if I remember correctly kids could get rides on her. I was a bit shy back then. But over the years I always loved to see her at the Nevada Day parade in Carson City. I meet John once when I worked for Sparks Florists and personally delivered an arrangement to him. I remember him being really short but it was his kindness that impressed me so much. You are missed see you in heaven though! Jeannette

Charlie Bockover

October 14, 2023

Kelly Hardiman and I met Mr
Ascuaga when he was walking through the casino . He talked with us for about a 1/2 hour .
We told him we were from
Livermore .
I called , not knowing any better , looking for a job . I started explaining who I was ,
And he stopped me , saying ,
" You are one of the two guys
From Livermore ". I will never
Forget that .
Charlie Bockover

Tom & Kathi Turner

June 26, 2023

We miss hearing your voice, we miss the sharing of your everyday activities. May god continue to give strength to your family. ( Winnemucca, NV)

Ms. Chris A. Shelp

November 3, 2022

Having just found out about John's death, I thought I would share that he attended school with my Dad & were good friends & neighbors. My Dad, Floyd "Jr" Shelp, grew up with John, Frank, & their sisters. I've my grandmother's pictures of the together when they were babies & children.
He would bring truckloads of castle up from Nevada & out then in Frank's feedlots. Also the occasional horse of which I had the honored privilege of exercising.
My Dad was a year older than John but that made no difference. It's ironic that he passed away on what would have been my dad's 97th birthday. He & his brother will be greatly missed.

Bob Liggett

May 17, 2022

I just found out about the passing of John. Played at his casino many times during the 90´s and would talk to him when I´d see him walking around the area. He was such a kind gentleman to chat with. Will be missed.

Cheri Gilliland Kraus

January 3, 2022

My mom and dad were good friends of John and Rose. John and I shared the same birthday and he never forgot it...January 7th "greatest day of the year" he would always tell me. I had the privilege of staying with my parents at the Nugget several times and always felt welcome even tho I was just a kid. Sometimes I would even go to the "Circus Room" where the shows were and have dinner by myself at the young age of 10 or 12 or so. John always came by my table to sit with me for a bit - he was usually having dinner with my parents in another part of the Nugget. I even babysat John and Rose's children a few times while they went out with my parents Jack and Mary Gilliland. I remember going to their home in Genoa - their children were young and John and Rose were remodeling the house. I know John and Rose are having a great time with my parents - laughing maybe playing a little golf. Will certainly miss you John - especially thinking of you since our birthday is getting close - "Greatest day of the Year!!"

Mark Berkowitz

December 10, 2021

I was John s Guest Service guy in SF, Clift Hotel, I went to the Nugget, John went over to my MOM and talked with her, John was a Great man. I had a great time at the Nugget, I was born in 55 the year he opened, My Condolences to the family.

Jim and Suzy Dale

August 23, 2021

We helped with one or two of his golf tournaments about ten or so years back. Once he new your name, he never forgot it. He treated every one like family. He was a good man.

Marcia Trujillo Penman

July 25, 2021

My deepest condolences to the family of John Ascuaga. My mother worked with him back in the 50´s. I remember her telling me that he always treated her like family...truly a decent and kind gentleman. I met him in the 70´s as we visited the Nugget regularly. I fondly remember him, Bertha and Tina, and the kindness he always showed to us. May the memories you all treasure bring you comfort. God bless.

Mimi Richards Melarkey

July 15, 2021

My deep condolences at this sad time. Thinking of you all. Celebrate your dear parents with your many good memories! Thinking of you all,
Mimi

Jay Barter

July 14, 2021

So sorry to read about the passing of John Ascuaga, my condolences to Michonne, John, Stephen and other family members. John Ascuaga was the epitome of gracious and caring hospitality. He connected on a deeply personal level with me and so many others. I will never forget our one on one outings to an old bar just to shoot the breeze. I cannot let a Christmas go by without singing "Feliz Navidad" remember his Christmas gatherings for staff at the Nugget.

See you in the next life.

Barrie & Gwen Hume

July 13, 2021

Our deepest condolences to the Ascuaga family!!! The Ascuaga Nugget days were the best!!! Thinking of you all at this time!!!!

Gary & Charlotte(Hume) De Los Santos

July 13, 2021

Our sincere condolences to the Ascuaga family. We remember being at the Nugget and whenever we saw John he was always so friendly and down to earth, always saying hello and mingling with everyone!!!!! Also the fun birthday parties he had at the Nugget!!

Sandra Archuleta

July 12, 2021

I loved working at the Nugget for 44 years. Mr Ascuaga always asked about my family, Mrs Ascuaga too. They were both such wonderful people. They will both be missed by many who knew them. Thank you Mr Ascuaga for such a wonderfull place to work.
My prayers for all the Ascuaga family

Kathleen Plambeck

July 12, 2021

I have many fond memories of John and the Nugget from the 18 years I worked there. He was a special man.

Peter C Neumann

July 11, 2021

John was a terrific guy who will be sorely missed by countless numbers of friends, business associates and customers. His success story in Nevada is a classic. He came here penniless and through hard work, diligence and honesty, created a very large, successful business which supported -- and in turn was supported -- by his community. He will long be remembered, with respect.

Teri Iaconis

July 11, 2021

I met John and Rose during one of the Reno Diocesan conferences in January. I appreciated his support for the conference each year at the Nugget. I extend my condolences to his family and hope they know that he touched many peoples lives through his generosity to the Reno Diocese as well.

Michonne Pieksma

July 10, 2021

Sympathy and prayers for the family John was a great man

Debra Greig

July 10, 2021

I was an employee of JA Nugget in the 80's & 90's where I sincerely felt like family. He seemed to know everyone by name whether we were wearing a badge or not. I will never forget my time spent there, my co-workers & many guests returning year after year because John made sure his Nugget Family treated them as he always did with respect, compassion, smiles-basically, a Disney attitude! My family sends condolences to the Ascuaga Family & we sincerely pray that loving, happy memories will cover your grief. Never forget the difference he made in the lives of so many people. He will always be loved & remembered by us. Michonne & Stephen, we worked together many times especially when extra help was needed for certain events. I will never forget how you treated all of us as equals. "No job is less important than another." We were all a team. You both are definitely the products of wonderful parents who taught you well. Thank you!!

Steven , Pam Peterson and family

July 10, 2021

Our sincere condolences go out to the whole Ascuaga family .It was a great honor to work for, and live by your dad! He truly was one of the Best men to grace Nevada history. He will be deeply miss and never be forgotten!

Paul January

July 9, 2021

Our sincere and heartfelt condolences to the Ascuaga family. I had the distinct pleasure and honor to have performed music at the Nugget for many years. He was a giant in the industry and still made time to personally talk to everyone, including the musicians. He always made me feel appreciated and usually had a joke or two for me. Thanks for all the great memories, Mr. Ascuaga. The world is a lesser place without you.

Dovie Pickering

July 9, 2021

A great boss

Will and Diana Scott

July 9, 2021

Dear Ascuaga Family,

John was a wonderful Man! We feel fortunate to have met him a long time ago.
My Dad, Dr. John Scott, was your family pediatrician, so your dad made sure we (the 4 Scott boys) saw Bertha and Tina and all the top entertainers as we were growing up. It was wonderful!!

Rest in Peace Sir.
Will and Diana Scott

Debra

July 8, 2021

Mr. Ascuaga was a fantastic man and I had the honor of working with him for many years. Please accept my sincerest condolences to the entire family and know this community will miss him dearly.

Jesse Blackburn, Sparks, NV

July 7, 2021

I worked as a bus boy in the General Store when I was young. I remember going off to my lunch break and taking off my bowtie. After coming off my lunch break, I noticed Mr. Ascuaga sitting with Red Skelton. I carefully asked permission to ask for Mr. Skelton´s autograph. Mr. Skelton said "Of course, son" and wrote it on a napkin. I said "Thank you Mr. Skelton and Mr. Ascuaga". Mr. Ascuaga leaned over and kindly whispered to me..."Son don´t forget to put your bowtie back on, we want to be professional around here". He then smiled at me. I said yes Mr. Ascuaga. I never forgot to put that bowtie back on after my break. Mr. Ascuaga ran a tight ship and always made sure customer service and quality was number one. Thank you Mr. Ascuaga for giving our community such a wonderful place to go for great service and wonderful food. You will never be forgotten. My deepest condolences.

Dr Jim& Cindy Stewart

July 7, 2021

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to your entire family.
Your dad always made a point of saying hello when I saw him asked how my parents and the Cordovas were he made everyone feel like family.
I will always call it John Ascuagas. Nugget no matter what

Bob and Barbara Murray

July 7, 2021

Our sincere condolences go out to the whole family. I am honored to have known and worked for John for 32 years. All of us will deeply miss him and I think Sparks should name a street after him

george stowell

July 7, 2021

I worked for the Nugget for 40 years Mr Ascuaga
he was always fair and treated us right .

Robert Marquart

July 7, 2021

Please accept my sincerest condolences.

Robert Martin

July 6, 2021

I was opening my store in Smith Valley at about 6:00 a.m....I looked up and there was John in a double JA Land and Livestock truck with 20 to 25 brand new bicycles in the back. One bicycle for each of his farm and ranch worker's children.
I have known John for years and I can say, without a doubt, he may have been short in stature, but cast a very long shadow. He will be missed.

Kim

July 6, 2021

So very sad to hear! I had the pleasure of meeting him many years ago - what a pillar in our community! The Nugget was never the same without you! Rest easy, sir....

Lynda Murdock

July 5, 2021

So sorry for your loss. I loved working for you all at my time at the Nugget. Mr. A. sir, was an inspiration to many people. My nickname was Queenie. I have many fond memories and so do many others. Love to you all.

Tom Lorentzen

July 5, 2021

Despite being small in height, John Ascuaga was a very tall man. He made customer service a speciality, along with treating employees with respect. I was one of hundreds, if not thousands of people that benefitted from his strong support of education. My appreciation, gratitude & respect rides high in the saddle for him, which he himself did with his entire life. God bless John Ascuaga.

Beverly Jones

July 5, 2021

My family and myself were devastated to hear of John's passing. It was an honor to know him and to work for him. He always treated me and my family as his own and I am blessed to have known him and I will miss him dearly. I will always have a special place in my heart for John.

Thomas Bordigioni

July 4, 2021

Northern Nevada lost an icon, a business leader and a very good man.
Few make the impact he did on their community and we were lucky and blessed that he called this home.
God Bless him and his family.

Kathy Neal'Compton

July 4, 2021

I'm so sorry to hear this, he was such a wonderful, caring and thoughtful man. He gave so much of himself in all he did. I will remember him in my prayers and in my thoughts of his family and all who knew him. great man!

Steven Dawson

July 4, 2021

Very sad to see this. My sympathy to all.

Kathi Turner

July 3, 2021

Our deepest sympathy to the family. We will miss his calls, hearing of the daily activities at the ranch. He was full of energy and whit. To say he was a great man is a understatement. We will miss him terribly.

Lloyd, Susan, Brent and Brian Danielson

July 3, 2021

Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Many wonderful memories are stored in our minds of the experiences we had at Jacks Valley Ranch with your family.

Terri Antoci Domitrovich

July 3, 2021

John - you are a man of such incredible faith, generosity, loving kindness, and fantastic wit I wish your children deep comfort in their time of grieving. Michon and Steven may you feel the love and gratitude this community has for your parents and for you. Holding you and your families close in heart for strength and peace. . Much Love, Terri - St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Community

Mary Fenton

July 3, 2021

So sorry for the family´s loss as well as the community´s. Such a great generous man. Sparks high grads will never forget your kindness

Linda Cassinelli Wicksten

July 3, 2021

Michonne, Stephen and families, I am so very sorry for the loss of your Dad. But I know he's with your Mom now and I hope that brings you some comfort. He was such a great man.

Patricia L Thomas

July 3, 2021

Your presence was just a part of The Nugget so it was natural that your name be part of the casino. My parents played the slots when it when we were kids and the place wasn't more than a coffee shop. What incredible drive and enthusiasm! We love you and feel pretty sure God does too.

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