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Jo Lopez Obituary
GRAMLING, SC-- Funeral services for Jo Willa Gramling Lopez will be held on Sunday, February 9, 2014 at 3:30 PM at Gramling United Methodist Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family prefers that donations be sent to Miss Jo's Children's Fund, care of the Spartanburg County Foundation, 424 E. Kennedy St., Spartanburg, SC 29302.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jo Lopez
Linda Aland
February 2, 2024
Jo was one of the first people I met at Wellesley. She was a charming Southern belle. I have missed her for years.
Linda Aland
February 2, 2023
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.
Linda Aland
February 2, 2022
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.
Linda Aland
February 2, 2021
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.
Rosa Richardson
February 3, 2020
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
Nancy and Justin Pacyna, Sanchez
March 31, 2014
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 life. He had sent her a letter just recently as he always loved to keep her inform on how he was doing. Our deepest sympathies are with all of you. You had a wonderful Mom and she loved you all so much. Her footprints in this world definitely left a wonderful imprint on many people's hearts. It was an honor to know her.
Karen Gramelsbach Hardwick
February 15, 2014
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 -
Marilyn Hagstrum Sharpe
February 15, 2014
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.
Bridget Wolfe
February 12, 2014
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
Rosa Richardson
February 12, 2014
I was truly sadden to hear about one of the nices ladies I knew at Merrill Lynch I Knew Jo willa for my entire career at ML which was 21yrs. Talk about being blessed just speaking of her puts a smile on my face. Smart kind, compassionate, human, funny and just all around good hearted is what I remember. the world has lost a lovely lady. May God Bless your family Jo Willa and may he bless you! Fondly I remember all the wonderful laughs we had.
Rosa Richardson
Pearl Gaffney
February 12, 2014
Ben& Andy I am very sorry to read about your Mother.
The little time I was there she was a wet sweet person and will miss her
May God Blessed the both of you in a mighty specs way and will continue to keep ya all in my prayers
February 11, 2014
Bubba and I want to express our sympathy to all of the Gramlings and those who are grieving the loss of this amazing woman. It was our loss to never have known her. God's peace, especially to those of you who were with her in the end. Bridget Wolfe
Sherrie Andrus
February 11, 2014
Jo Willa was a brightly shining light in this world. Although I only knew her for a short time, I will likely remember her forever. Her spirit and her love for life beamed from her beautiful face. My heart is with her friends and family today. I hope that you will all find peace in the coming weeks.
February 10, 2014
Dear Ben, I am so sorry for your loss, I really liked your Mom, great lady! My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Clare Boland
Angela Cliett
February 10, 2014
My very deepest condolences for the loss of a great woman, Jo Willa Gramling Lopez. I worked with Jo Willa for many years at Merrill Lynch. And although she held a far more prestigious position than me, she was always so kind and respectful and never treated me any differently than colleagues at her own level. When she left Merrill Lynch back in 2005 she sent me the most beautiful, heartfelt email that I will forever cherish. I admired her a great deal. This world has lost a tremendous woman, but I know her name and her great work will continue on. May God Bless her beloved family and animal children who I know will all miss her so very much...
Linda Shanbaum Aland
February 9, 2014
Jo Willa was one of my friends at Wellesley. She was a charming, brilliant Southern belle. I will miss her smile, her wit and her kind and gentle spirit. May God bless her family during this time.
Natalie Gaull
February 9, 2014
The Wellesley College Class of 1969 extends our deepest sympathies to Jo Willa's family upon her untimely death. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Elizabeth Carrell
February 9, 2014
Jo Willa was a lovely addition to the Class of 1969 at Wellesley of which I too am a member. It must have been 15 years ago that I caught up with her over lunch in New York. We had a good visit and all my earlier impressions were reconfirmed. She was the best!
Nancy Wanderer
February 9, 2014
I am deeply saddened to read of Jo Willa's death. She was a dear friend and Wellesley classmate. We will all miss her at our 45th reunion this June. I know she will be with us in spirit, and we will always remember her with love.
Donnie & Ann Hodge
February 9, 2014
The children of our area have lost an advocate. Our sympathies to the family.
Beth Egan
February 8, 2014
RIP Jo. Thank you for everything. Deepest sympathies to the family.
Dona D. Vaughn and Ron Raines
February 8, 2014
We are saddened by the death of our cherished Celia's close friend. We shared with Celia the privilege of spending time with Jo Willa while she lived in New York. We always appreciated her strong intelligence and wit. We send sincere condolences to Jo Willa's family and loved ones.
John and JoAnn Donlon
February 8, 2014
Her passing is so very sad. We hope and pray that her wonderful work will continue. I worked with Jo Willa for almost a quarter of a century at Merrill Lynch and she was not only a great lawyer, but also a wonderful and helpful friend and mentor. She is and will be missed by many. Jo Willa was an inspiration for many. We hope her flame continues.
Barbara Ferrante
February 8, 2014
R.I.P. My Dear Friend, Jo. I will always cherish our friendship and our wonderful years working together at Merrill Lynch. My sincere thoughts, prayers and love to Andy, Ben and the family. I will truly miss you, but you will forever be in my heart.
Love
Barbara
February 8, 2014
You will be missed greatly by many.
Ed and Brenda Deak
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