Jody was born on November 2, 1936 in New York City, NY to Edward and Dorothy (Mitchell) Lane. She was a graduate of Ladycliff College. On July 15, 1961, she married G. Gerard Kauper. They raised seven children together.
After graduating from Ladycliff College, she worked as a model for the Conover Agency in NYC. She also worked for several years as the personal assistant to the legendary industrial designer Raymond Loewy. Later in Jody’s career, after raising her 7 children, she worked with Barry University in Miami, Florida and Caldwell College located in Caldwell, New Jersey.
Jody was an avid crocheter and loved to gift or donate her creations. She also enjoyed volunteering for various organizations. Jody was known for her quick wit, big heart, and her kind and compassionate spirit.
Jody was preceded in death by her father, Edward Lane, and her mother, Dorothy Lane. She is survived by her husband of 61 years G. Gerard, her sister Barbara Lane, and her seven children and eight grandchildren: Lane Peterson née Kauper and her husband Whitney (children: George Joseph and Genevieve), Gerard and his wife Gabrielle (son: Justin), Nicholas, George and his wife Helida (children: George III and Gavin), Edward and his wife Melissa (children: Nicholas and Anthony), Joseph and his wife Khristina (daughter: Cassandra), and Christian.
A Memorial Mass will be held at 11am on Friday, July 22, 2022 at St. Edward Roman Catholic Church located at 144 N County Rd, Palm Beach, FL 33480. In memory of Joanne, express your love and compassion to all you encounter.
