Charlotte GARSON

The Lion Queen has passed on. She finessed the art of presenting her self, her home, and her style at a level that inspired many with the details of her daily life. Even her lampshades were exquisite. I always learned something new when I saw her. Although her lifestyle was of an era that will soon be past, she was always current on social and political thought and forward thinking in all ways. She took standards up a notch in the small joy points of daily life. She knew that the details...

Frank Garson is my oldest friend. I spent many days and overnights with Frank and his family. In those days, I always thought of Charlotte Garson as defining what a beautiful grown-up lady meant. And she was indeed a woman of beauty.
As I grew older, I came to understand that the word beautiful applied to Charlotte Garson in far more meaningful ways. She was always so genuine in welcoming me into her home. She spoke to me, though a child, as if I mattered as a person. Her manner was...

Offering our deepest condolences to the family and friends in your hour of sorrow.