John Paul Ascani

September 12, 1950 - September 2, 2021

Conway... John Paul Ascani, age 70, passed away Thursday, September 2, 2021 at Conway Medical Center. Born September 12, 1950 in White Plains, NY, he was the son of the late John and Anita Maurer Ascani. Mr. Ascani bravely served in the U.S. Marine Corps, where he was awarded a Purple Heart Medal, National Defense Service Medal, a Vietnam Service Medal, a Vietnam Campaign Medal, a Unit Cross of Gallantry, and a Combat Action Ribbon. Prior to retirement, Mr. Ascani worked in construction, having owned multiple businesses in the industry. Along with his parents, Mr. Ascani was predeceased by a son, Trent Dorr and two brothers, Robert Ascani and Paul Ascani. Surviving are his wife of 31 years, Helen Nover; a son, Richard Nover (Nicole); a daughter, Elizabeth Johns; four grandchildren, Skylar Johns, Colby Johns, Kamryn Johns, and Tia Marie Dorr; his grand dog, Theodore; a sister, Lorraine Arco (Freddie); a sister-in-law, Mary Ascani; and two nieces, Lauren Tattoli and Christina Ascani. A visitation will be held from 1:00-3:00 PM on Tuesday, September 7, 2021 at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel. Military Honors will begin at 1:00 PM Due to COVID-19 and CDC regulations, masks and social distancing are required. Memorial donations may be made in Mr. Ascani's memory to Disabled American Veteran's (D.A.V.) Chapter 57 in care of Michael Pelchat, 3457 Cates Bay Highway, Conway, SC 29527. Please sign the online guest book at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel is in charge of arrangements.