Jo Willa Gramling Lopez

Jo was one of the first people I met at Wellesley. She was a charming Southern belle. I have missed her for years.

It is hard to believe that it has been nine years since Jo Willa passed from this world. She was one of the sweetest people that I met when I arrived at Wellesley. Knowing that I was homesick for my Southern kindnesses, she always made sure that I received them from her. She is gone too soon.

When I receive a notice from Legacy I am reminded of the person whose beautiful life ended far too soon. Jo Willa was a sweet Southern belle. Smart and savvy, she touched many lives, including mine. I continue to miss her.

Jo Willa was a charming and brilliant young woman when we first met at Wellesley. Her resume after college is impressive and extensive. Her philanthropy has depth and variety. She will be missed by all who knew her.

She was a classy lady and a wonderful person to work around. I worked in the Private Wealth Division of Merrill Lynch and had many occasion to work with Jo. What a wonderful person and a excellent role model for women. We had some great laughs together. Rest in Peace Jo. Rosa

I just found out that your Mom passed on to be with the Lord. I am so deeply saddened and she was a very dear friend to myself, Howard and Justin. She was one of the finest ladies I ever met and an "angel" in disguise.I always missed our telephone conversations we had before she got sick and I missed her and our visits to your homestead where she so graciously opened her home to us. Justin loved your Mom and won't ever forget her coming to MA to watch him play football or be involved in his...

I knew Jo Willa as a teenager who welcomed a transplanted yankee into her social circle - She was one of the kindest people I have ever known -

As a member of the Wellesley College Class of 1969,I know that Jo will be both celebrated and deeply missed as we gather for our 45th reunion in June. She made a difference in both her personal and professional life and will be remembered fondly as an advocate for what a right and humane. My sympathy goes out to all who will miss this amazing woman.

Bubba and I want to express our deepest sympathy over the loss of such a wonderful lady. Our hearts go out to all of her family and friends, and especially to her wonderful caregivers who have stayed by her side during these last several months. God's peace to you all. With love, Bridget and Bubba Wolfe