Joseph John Spino, 75, of Kennett Square,died Sunday, Sept. 11, while at home surrounded by his family. Joe was the husband of Marta Boeris Spino, who died in 1999, and with whom he shared 29 wonderful years of marriage.
He is survived by one son, Anthony L. Spino, and his wife Gretchen of West Chester; two daughters, Carla S. Basciani, and her husband Michael of Kennett Square, and Valerie Spino Newcomb, and her husband Jonathan of Wenonah, N.J.; two sisters, Rosemary Currie and Lucille Spino, both of Venice, Fla.; six beautiful grandchildren, Elki, Rubia, Joseph, Nicholas, Mila and Macklin; four step-grandchildren, Mary, Michelle, Michael and John; and eight step-great-grandchildren. Joe was predeceased by three brothers, John Spino, Louis Spino and Francis Spino; and one sister, Florence Stauder.
He was born in Philadelphia, the son of the late John and Lucy Nardone Spino.
Joe spent more than 50 years as a builder, only retiring in 2008. He was an avid horse racing enthusiast and loved watching westerns and cooking, but most of all, Joe especially enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. Joe attended St. Patrick’s Church in Kennett Square.
His funeral was Monday, Sept. 19 at the Kuzo & Grieco Funeral Home, 250 West State Street, Kennett Square, PA.
In lieu of flowers, a contribution may be made to the Abramson Cancer Center, 3535 Market Street, Suite 750, Philadelphia, PA 19104.
Online condolences may be made by visiting www.griecocares.com.
