Ann Gallagher Spano

BROCKTON—-Ann Gallagher-Spano, 61, a resident of Brockton for the past 32 years, died Tuesday, September 19, 2017 at Brigham and Women's Hospital after a brief illness. She was the wife of James F. Spano for 38 years. Born in Boston, a daughter of the late Raymond and Mary (Dodo) Gallagher who lived in the Unionville section of Easton, she was raised in Easton and was a graduate of Oliver Ames High School. She continued her education at Greenfield Community College earning an Associates Degree. Ann was employed in the quality control division for Talbot's of Hingham for 15 years. An artistic jewelry maker she enjoyed going to the beach with her husband and collecting beach stones for the jewelry she made. A compassionate friend to those she knew her hobbies included reading, writing, quilting and making stained glass. She also enjoyed motorcycle riding with her husband. In addition to her husband James, she is survived by two sons, James F. Spano Jr and his wife Tina of Brockton and Richard F. Spano of Brockton; a brother, Charles P. Gallagher and his wife Kelly of Norton; six grandchildren, Jon, Michael, Nicole, Zachary, Tessa, and Ryan; a great grandchild, Ella; and several nieces and nephews. She was also the sister of the late Linda Ellis and Sandy Olson. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral on Saturday at 11:00 a.m. from Kane Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 605 Washington Street (Rte.138) Easton, followed by a funeral Mass in the Immaculate Conception Church, Easton at Noon. Visiting hours on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. In lieu of flowers donations in Ann's memory may be sent to Ann's immediate family effected by Hurricane Harvey in Texas at an account with PayPal.com c/o samanthaolson92@gmail.com For directions or condolences visit kanefuneralhome.com