Jan was born in Dawson, GA, and was preceded in death by her parents, James Carlton Greene and Mary Lilian Greene. She was an adventurous child who loved going to the picture show with her friends and being with her numerous dogs. Her favorite dog was a German Shepard named Boogie Woogie. In high school, Jan was a majorette and was a first chair trombone player.
She met the love of her life, Edward LeGrande Lee, when she was 17 years old at the roller skating rink and after a blind date they were inseparable. Jan graduated from South Georgia College in 1957 and then later that year, she and Edward were married.
Jan and Edward soon began their wonderful life together moving to California while Edward was in the Navy and then to Savannah where they had their first child, Edward LeGrande Lee, Jr. Soon after they settled in Greensboro, NC, where they had their other children, James "Jim" Carlton Lee and Deborah "Debbie" Janet Lee.
Jan loved being a homemaker, raising her three children, doting on each of them and taking them to all of their many activities. Jan also adored her little poodle named Tammy that followed her everywhere. She loved old movies and had an incredible collection, mostly from the 1940s and 50s. Jan taught Sunday School and sang in the choir at her church where she was active.
She always had a love for music and was a member of Bel Cantu of Greensboro. She was involved in the Carolina Laurel Garden Club of Greensboro, P.E.O., N.S, of Daughters of the American Revolution and the Greensboro Republican Women's Club. Jan adored her husband and they began traveling extensively on their 25th wedding anniversary. They went all around the world collecting wonderful antiques and art. Jan always had a keen eye for design and beauty, which led to the purchase of a second home in Stowe, VT. She loved going to Stowe with her family and eventually her grandchildren. She had four grandchildren, Tristan, Garrett, Russell (Jim and Liza Lee) and Catherine (Debbie). She loved playing card games and Sorry with them. Jan was also a skilled bridge player.
Eventually, Jan and Edward found a home in Dallas where she loved the many stores, restaurants, and friends.
Jan lived a wonderful, fulfilled life alongside her husband, Edward, to whom she was married for 65 years.
We know that she is now at peace and singing with the Angels.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Carolina Laurel Garden Club or Greensboro Day School.
A private family burial is planned
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