Vanessa Alease Lee, daughter of the late Virginia and George Lee, was born on December 4, 1953 in Baltimore, Maryland. She went home to be with the Lord on August 22, 2008. She received her education in the Baltimore City Public School System. At a young age, she gave her life to the Lord. For many years, she served as an Election Jude. Vanessa made numerous friends wherever she went. She also loved taking care of children whether it was providing a loving home or providing day care services. Vanessa would open her home up to any one in need. She enjoyed many things in life but her most favorite past times were cooking and playing cards. She was predeceased by a brother, Stanley and a sister, Armental. She leaves to mourn: four children, Billy Bryant, LaShawn and Jermaine; five adopted children, Jante, Donnie deceased, Makeba, William and Dion; one sister, Gwendolyn; two brothers, Alvin and Keith; two daughter-in-laws; Trina and Renee; one son-in-law, Jerry; three sister-in-laws Gwendolyn, Wanda and Barbara; a fiance, Roderick and son Shawn; fifteen grandchildren; one aunt, Lily; three nieces; nine nephews; and a host of others relatives and friends.