Nancy Ann Waters

Nancy Ann Waters, of Manassas, Virginia, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on April 24, 2024, at the age of 79. She was born and raised in Sterling, Virginia, to the late Alonza and Justine Lee. From an early age, Nancy embraced faith, joining Greater Zion Baptist Church, Ashburn, Virginia. She remained steadfast in her faith throughout her life, joining First Baptist Church, Sterling, Virginia. Nancy attended Loudoun County Public Schools. As a youngster, she found joy in music and dancing. Her soft, sweet voice, and gentle demeanor were loved by all, but Nancy was also very bold. A little-known fact about Nancy is that her determination to skip work and head to Washington, D.C, once landed her on the stage, dancing for the legendary James Brown. As an adult, Nancy relocated to Herndon, Virginia, also known as "Cooktown," where she embraced her roles as a devoted wife and mother. Stemming from her childhood and working with her Aunt Tilly, cooking was one of Nancy's great passions. She poured her heart and soul into creating delicious meals for her family and friends. Her cakes and pies were loved by all. Nancy dedicated her life to public service, as a Fairfax County Public Schools bus driver, a role she held for nearly forty years. Through her daily interactions, she touched the lives of countless students, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and compassion. Her outstanding service and dedication were recognized when she was honored as Bus Driver of the Year, a testament to her unwavering commitment to the safety and well-being of students. Within her family, Nancy radiated love and resilience, earning the endearing title of "Nannie". She was a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Her kindness and generosity left an indelible mark on all who were fortunate enough to know her. Nancy was preceded in death by her husband, James Waters II, her sons, James Waters III and Reginald Waters, her brother, Sylvester Lee, and her sister, Geraldine Harris. She leaves behind a legacy of love and wisdom, carried on by her son, Steven Waters, daughter, Andrea Waters, grandchildren, Andre Waters (Audrey), Ryan Little, Chase Little, and Sierra Little, great-grandchildren, Anaija, Amora, Aliyah, Camilla, Carmelo, Jaylen, Elijah, Maniyah, Ramiyah, and Jeavah, her sister, Dorothy Nickens, nieces, nephews, and a host of family and friends. Nancy Ann Waters will be deeply missed, but her spirit will live on in the hearts of all who knew her. The family will receive friends from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at First Baptist Church of Sterling, 21449 Potomac View Road, Sterling, Virginia . A Funeral service celebrate Nancy's life, will follow at 12:00 PM on Saturday at First Baptist Church of Sterling, with the Bishop Leslie Patterson, Jr. officiating. Interment will be in Pleasant Valley Memorial Park, Annandale, VA. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.loudounfuneralchapel.com.

Nancy Ann Waters

December 14, 1944 - April 24, 2024