LeAndrew James Morant Sr.

“A chapter completed, a page turned, a life well lived, a rest well earned” God in His Infinite Wisdom granted peace to Leandrew (Lee) James Morant, Sr. on the day of Friday June 19, 2020 at the age of 79. Leandrew Morant affectionately known as Lee transitioned to his Heavenly Home. Leandrew was born on February 18, 1940 in Baltimore, Maryland where Lee received his education and graduated from Baltimore Public School System. He graduated from Carver High School in 1952, Lee acquired his work ethics as a young man and believed in doing the very best, no matter how small the task. Lee later in his young adult years decided to join the military and was sworn in the United States Marine Corp where he served until his retirement. Lee was a member of Mt. Hebron COGIC during his early years and later became a faithful dedicated member of Whitestone Baptist Church where he received Christ as his personal savior and enjoyed singing on the choir. Later, he relocated to Washington, DC and attended Union Temple Baptist Church of SE Washington, DC. Lee was a loving and devoted son, husband, father, grandfather and friend. Although Lee took ill for a long period of time, Lee never let his medical condition slow him down. He remained in good spirits by laughing and joking with family and friends. He loved people and he especially loved every member of his family. He believed in lots of laughter and having a good time with the youngest to the oldest member of the family and had a way of making everyone feel special. He especially loved to attend the “Wilson Family Reunion” where he would be the first person to register. He was an avid sports fan and great supporter of the Baltimore Ravens and collector of their memorabilia. All that knew him will have very fond memories of Dad, Pop Pop, Uncle Lee, Bro. Lee, and just Lee. He left a legacy of being a great family man and “All around kind of man.” Lee was many things to many people and will be greatly missed by all. Lee was preceded in death by his parents Willie and Louise Morant, five siblings Alvin L. Morant, Jesse F. Morant, William Rodell Morant, Reginald V. Morant and Gertrude R. Summers and wife (need name). Son Kenneth Morant, Jr., and Great Grandson Daniel Cromartie. Lee leaves to remember his life and cherish his love; Sister Mrs. Jacqueline M. Carter, Sister Mrs. Beverly Morant-Oliphant, and Brother Trent A. Morant. Sister-in Law Mrs. Barbara Morant (Reginald) and Linda Morant (William). Daughter Leetta Goode-McClellan, Son Eric Leandrew Morant, Granddaughters Takisha Cromartie and Winter Morant-McCoy and Grandson Kenneth Morant Jr. Great Grandchildren Jazzmyne Morant, Juvonte Morant, Takings Morant, Chelsea Cromartie, and a host of nieces and nephews. Devoted love of life for many years, Mrs. Ruby Wilson and a dear family member that he talked with in Buffalo, NY Geraldine Nevilles. Lovingly Submitted The Family

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LeAndrew James Morant Sr.

February 18, 1940 - June 19, 2020