article_snippet: I worked very closely with Jo since the 2013 elections and found Jo to be a very decent and honourable man.
article_snippet: Jo added: 'Jo was an inspiration for many of us and gave up so much of Jo time and resources in order to try and make Windermere and Cumbria a better place. '
article_snippet: Tim Farron, the Liberal Democrat MP for the South Lakes, said: 'Jo was a wonderful councillor, colleague and friend. '
article_snippet: Jo got involved in local politics, giving up a career in law because Jo wanted to make a difference to the community Jo loved.'
article_snippet: Cllr Peter Thornton, Leader of SLDC, said: 'Jo was a much loved ward Councillor, and colleague. '