BIOGRAPHY

Elizabeth Lee was born on 25 July 1906. Her parents were James Lane and Lillian Parker, and she had a brother, Preston Parker.

Lee passed away at Carroll Manor Nursing Home in Washington, on 22 August 2016, at the age of 110 years, 28 days. She was survived by her son, James Lee, as well as two grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, and one great-great-granddaughter.

RECOGNITION

At the time of her passing, she was the oldest known living person in Washington, D.C. Following her death, she was succeeded by Daisy Bivens.

Her age has not been validated.

ATTRIBUTION

* “Salute to D.C. Centenarians” – The Washington Free Beacon, May 2013

* ELIZABETH LEE Obituary – The Washington Post, 2 September 2016

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