Jo-Ann M. Staples

Jo-Ann M. Staples, 78, of Ocean Township, passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2026.

She was born in Yonkers, NY and lived in Bangor, ME and Centreville, VA and Monmouth Beach before moving to Ocean in 2000.

She was a nurse at the office of Jeffrey Roffman, MD in Tinton Falls before retiring.

She was predeceased by her daughter, Amy in 2021, her parents, Stanley and Florence Mulligan and her brothers, Michael and Joseph Mulligan.

Surviving is her husband, Peter; sons, Peter James (Korinne) Staples and Daniel Patrick (Kerry) Staples; sister, Mary Catherine Mulligan (Patricia Marinan); sister-in-law, Ute Mulligan and 3 grandsons, Ashton, Carson and Callan Staples.

Jojo cherished every moment spent with her family and friends. She had one of the kindest soles you could ever meet, her generosity touched everyone around her. Her grandchildren were the true light of her life, her eyes always sparkled a little brighter when they were near. Jojo had a giving heart, a gentle spirit and warmth that made people feel instantly loved. She found joy in the simple things, especially her trips to the Jersey Shore and long walks along the boardwalk, places that brought her peace and happiness.

Visitation will be from 12-3 pm on Saturday at the Fiore-Buckley Funeral Home, 236 Monmouth Road in Oakhurst, Ocean Township. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to https://www.stjude.org/donate/donate-to-st-jude.html?sl=donate-nowl. For condolences, please visit www.fiorefuneralhomes.com.