Name: Calling hours for Victor H. Ascolillo
Start: 2017-08-25T20:00:00.000Z
End: 2017-08-25T23:00:00.000Z
Location: Firtion Adams Funeral Service

Victor Hugo Ascolillo passed away Monday August, 21 at the age of 73. He was born June 8, 1944. Raised by his father Dr. H. Victor Ascolillo and Justine Knapik, Victor grew up in Westfield and attended Westfield High School. He received his Bachelors in political science from The University of Massachusetts, earned his Doctorate in government and public administration from The University of South Carolina, and Juris Doctorate from Western New England College. He began his teaching career at East Tennessee State University. He practiced law while teaching Criminal Law at Westfield State University, where he taught for forty three years and was recently awarded a lifetime achievement award where he dedicated his career to founding and perfecting the criminal justice curriculum. He was married to his beloved wife Sally Sanville Ascolillo for fifty years. Victor is survived by his wife Sally, son Tony and his wife Crysta, daughter Amy and her husband Romolo, six grandchildren Cassidy, Caylie, Hunter, Dominick, Matteo, and Dante, one great grandchild Calix, brother Robert and his wife Debi, sister in laws Alice Deery and Bette Babinski and her husband Peter, many beloved nieces, nephews, and cousins, his beloved dog Bert, and three grand dogs Roxy, Beary, and Daphne. Victor had a passion for traveling with his wife Sally. Together they traveled extensively through Eastern and Western Europe, the Caribbean, and the United States. One of his fondest memories was traveling to Italy with their grandchildren Caylie and Hunter. Attending more than twenty five years of Patriots games as season ticket holders, Victor and Sally were dedicated fans. He was also a popular diner at local restaurants where he always ordered extra to bring home for his dog Bert. Calling hours will be at Firtion Adams on Friday, August 25 from 4:00-7:00PM. His funeral will be held on Saturday at 8AM from the Firtion Adams FS, 76 Broad St. Westfield, followed by the Funeral Mass at 9:00 AM in St. Peters & St. Casimir Parish Church, burial will follow in St. Marys Cemetery, Southampton Rd. Westfield. Donations in his memory may be sent to The Westfield State Foundation for the Victor Ascolillo Memorial Scholarship Fund C/O Westfield State Foundation, PO Box 1630 Westfield, MA 01086-1630 or Road Trips for Rags 25 Wards Ln, Northbridge MA 01534, Road Trips for Rags is a charity run by Victors niece whose mission is to support fosters, shelters, and animal organizations around the country.

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Published by Hamilton-Wenham Chronicle from Aug. 24 to Sep. 7, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for Victor Ascolillo

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Bill Murray, Newport, RI

August 16, 2024

To Sally, Children and Family,
So hard to believe Victor has now been gone for 7 years. He was a great guy, one of the best. We had so many laughs when our paths crossed, which was often! Victor, you´re not forgotten.

Sharon Kamlowski

August 21, 2019

Thinking of you and your whole family today on the 2nd Anniversary of your passing. Pease and Love to you all

Martha Monroe

October 13, 2018

Sister Sally & Family:

Only through the booklet from WSU did I learn of the passing of "my brother Vic" who not only did I have as a professor but I thought of as a friend. I mourn his loss not only to the family but to the community which he served so well.
God Bless You

Art VanDelay

March 11, 2018

I sadly just learned of Dr. Ascolillo's passing. I had him as a professor only a few years back. He was so lively and kind. He was always so helpful and attentive to his students needs. He was dedicated to serving his students and always had a smile on his face. He will be greatly missed. It was terribly sad to learn of his passing as I was searching for his email to ask him a criminal law question for work that I know only he could answer with such accuracy, humility, and love in his heart. Your dedication to your students and the enhancement of the law enforcement profession will always be remembered. Thank you. Respectfully Submitted, A Greatful Student

Jillian

October 26, 2017

I just heard of Professor Ascolillo's passing. I had the honor of being taught by such a brilliant professor when I was in the Criminal Justice program at Westfield State University(2012). Professor Ascolillo helped me tremendously by teaching me not only via regular classes, but through independent study mainly involving Criminal Law. I was a non traditional student, and he helped me get through the program. Thank you Professor Ascolillo! You have been instrumental in the success of so many. My thoughts and prayers are with all his family and friends.

Connie

September 5, 2017

May the God of comfort be with you at this time

KELLEY

August 30, 2017

MAY THE THOUGHT OF KNOWING THAT FAMILY AND FRIENDS SHARE IN YOUR GRIEF BRING YOU A MEASURE OF COMFORT.PLEASE READ PROV 17:17

Ken Mijeski

August 29, 2017

I fondly remember Vic as a wonderful colleague and friend many years ago at ETSU. He had a warm, sincere smile for everyone and was -- deservedly-- loved by his students. He left some big shoes to fill when he left ETSU to return to Massachusetts. I know his friends and colleagues at Westfield State fully understand thatl loss. My condolences to Sally and his children and grandchildren.

Shelley Messenger

August 26, 2017

Vic was always such a joy to see, when I worked at the Garden Cafe'. I don't ever remember him being in a bad mood. My heart and prayers go out to you Sally and to your family. May God bring you strength and loving memories. Vic will be missed by so many.

tony yacuzzo

August 25, 2017

To Sally and all his family sorry to hear of his passing. Vic was a professor when I was at Westfield State College and he also helped me on some civil court issues. he was always friendly when I ran in to him in Westfield. I am Italian and I must say that Vic was the most easy going friendly Italian I have met always smiling. may he rest in peace

Darlene Biggs

August 24, 2017

Sally and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Vic had such a warm and friendly personality. It was a pleasure to have him as a lawyer and as a tour organizer. I will remember my trips to Italy and Spain with the WSU groups. May your memories bring you comfort.

Sharon Kamlowski

August 24, 2017

He was so friendly, kind, and always had a smile on his face. A true icon of Westfield, Vic will be sorely missed. He was one of my favorite professors. I always loved to listen to his stories, they were great! A super guy gone way too soon. My sincere deepest condolences to his family.

Roberto FELICI

August 23, 2017

My thoughts and prayers. What a great guy and professor. He was so kind and always smiling. Rest in peace. Roberto Felici class 1988.

Jeremy Forbes

August 23, 2017

I graduated in 1995 and when I think of a professor that influenced me in my profession, it is Victor Ascolillo. He brought a unique teaching experience that students not only understood , but appreciated. I'm forever grateful for having been lucky enough to have sat in his classroom and learned from the best. Rest In Peace Sir.

Daniel Price

August 23, 2017

Vic was one of about two or three people outside of my immediate family who I permitted to call me Danny. Most days when I came into the department, Vic's office door would be open and I would shout Hi Vic! He would respond Hey Danny, wanna have a coffee? We would then proceed to discuss a myriad of topics ranging from the department, the university, current affairs, sports, our lives, a story that he had told me the day before, a case he had handled, and where he and his wife, Sally, had dinner the night before. Yesterday was one of the hardest days of my life, as I came into the department knowing that Vic's office door would be closed and that I would not see him again. Vic was a true friend and an exemplary colleague and, I will miss him dearly. This is going to be a very hard semester.

Michael Engel

August 23, 2017

He was one of my colleagues at Westfield...I always liked Vic. He was high-spirited, friendly...the picture tells that story. A good guy. Rest in Peace, Vic.

Bill Murray

August 23, 2017

To Sally, Children and Family,
I was rather stunned when I read today of Victor's passing. Victor was a complete gentleman in the true sense of the word. I have many fond memories of Victor and his sense of humor, and he was always ready with a good story. Visiting his office was always a pleasure, especially when attys. Burke and Rhodes were present, the gag lines were fast and furious, and I had to listen to keep up!
Please accept my condolences for your loss, Victor will be greatly missed by all.

August 23, 2017

Sally and children so sorry to hear about Vic. He was one of my favorite customers during my Good Table years, prayers to you and your family
Sara Mayne

Ed Cebula

August 23, 2017

Sally, I am truly saddened on the passing of Vic. He was a man I greatly admired and considered him a good friend. My prayers are for you and the entire family.

Karen Connors

August 23, 2017

A finer man I never knew and a better boss I never had. Dr Ascolillo had a positive influence on everyone---co-workers,, students and administrators. I remember his wonderful sense of humor and his big smile. So very sorry Sally he will be missed.

Karen Connors

August 22, 2017

Sally I was shocked today to hear of the passing of Dr Ascolillo. A finer man I never knew and a finer boss I never had, he was a class act .
So very, very sorry.

August 22, 2017

❤

Rita Barlow

August 22, 2017

Guarantee there are two angels up there now cracking jokes about truckers and lawyers,,,heart felt hugs to all of you,,,Rita and family

Rj Waskiewicz

August 22, 2017

Dr. A was one of my most influential professors of both my undergraduate and graduate degree at Westfield State. He was a remarkable professor. He will be missed

Chris

August 22, 2017

Professor Ascolilo was my advisor and I had him for a few classes while at Westfield State. He was one of the most interesting professors in the criminal justice program, as he had many helpful and useful advise for his students. He was definitely one of my favorite, as he liked to knit pick my brain with questions from a LE side to certain laws. He will be missed.

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