Jo Luck Obituary
We bid farewell to Jo Luck (Little Rock, Arkansas), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on November 26, 2025 at the age of 83. Jo touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Jo Luck to pay them a last tribute.
As Jo departs from our midst, her spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Jo. Though Jo may no longer walk beside us, her legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
She was predeceased by: her parents, J. Merle Lemley and Annette Luck. She is survived by: her children, Beth Wilson Gray (Paul) of Russellville, Arkansas and Mark Wilson (Vy) of New York City; her grandchildren, Jenny McElroy (Justin), Zach Gray (Jess) and Ariston Gray (Matt); and her great grandchildren, Grayden and Emma.
In 2010, Jo Luck received the World Food Prize for her contributions to global food security and her innovative, community-centered approach to development.
