Jane L. Gleason, 76, a noted interior designer in both Greenwich, CT and Palm Beach, FL died suddenly on Saturday, November 1 at Delray Medical Center. She was the daughter of Robert and Mary Lorentz.
Jane co-founded Davenport, Inc. in Greenwich, CT in 1996 and Davenport Too in Palm Beach, FL in 2006.
She was born in Chicago, IL and attended Northwestern University. Jane married William F. Gleason, a prominent New York attorney, in Boston, MA in 1960.
Jane is survived by her husband and two children, Christy Redican of Pittsburgh, PA and Bill Gleason of London as well as her four grandchildren; Charlotte, Will, Coco and Teddy.
Jane was a great entertainer and cook who was known for her humorous renditions of her travels and stories. She was bigger than life and will be missed dearly.
A memorial celebration will be held on Sunday, November 9 at 4PM at the Gulf Stream Bath and Tennis Club in Delray Beach, FL.
Lorne & Sons Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.