Jo A. “Jo Jo” (Putignano) Spillane, age 47, of Brockton, died unexpectedly, August 24, 2013 at her home. She was the loving wife of David P. Spillane, Jr. Born and raised in Brockton, Jo was the daughter of the late Donald and Judith (Sampson) Putignano. She was a graduate of Brockton High School and was a former employee of Brockton City Hall in the Elections Department. Jo was known for her heart of gold and quick wit. She enjoyed spending time with her family and with her dogs Brady, Bella, Bianca and Bastian.
She is also survived by her son Anthony of Brockton, grandson Niko; sisters Lisa Foos and her husband Paul, Laurie Putignano and Dawn Putignano all of Brockton and brother John Putignano of North Carolina; her grandmother Josephine Putignano of Hull and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
Visiting Hours will be held in the Conley Funeral Home, 138 Belmont Street (Rte 123) Brockton, Monday 1-4pm followed by a funeral service at 4pm. Please consider donations in Jo’s name to Health Imperative, 942 West Chestnut Street, Brockton, MA 02301 to support Penelope’s Place, a Women’s Shelter.