Jerv Finney has sent us the following:

Ralph "Bo" Willis '49 was an esteemed Gilman alumnus, renowned for his character, his exceptional talent on the playing fields, as well as his humility, selflessness and unflinching integrity.  He was an affable man, revered by many and respected by all.

In his memory, an effort is underway to endow a scholarship at Gilman School which will recognize a student who displays Bo's passion for, and talent in, sports as well as the same genuine heartfelt disposition that so aptly characterized him.  This scholarship will ensure that a young man, capable of a Gilman education, will have the opportunity to grow from a boy of promise to a man of character.

The recipient of the Bo Willis Scholarship must be an Upper School middle income student/athlete with financial need.  The recipient should play lacrosse and preferably be an alumni legacy student.  If, during a given year, there are no legacy candidates, the scholarship may be awarded to a non- legacy.

There is no more fitting tribute to a gentle man who enriches so many lives.

Send contributions to the scholarship fund to:

     Gilman School
     Bo Willis Effort
     5407 Roland Avenue
     Baltimore, MD 21210