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 Public School System. At a young age, she gave her life to the Lord. For many years, she served as an Election Judge. Vanessa made numerous friends wherever she went. She also loved taking care of ch8ildren whether it was providing a loving home or providing day care services. Vanessa would open her home to any one in need. She enjoyed many things in life but her most favorite past time 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, Jonte, Donnie deceased, Makeba, William and Dion; one sister Gwndolyn; 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 niecesl nine nephews; and a host of other relatives and friends.