Leila Nevaeh Hobbs, affectionately known as “The Unicorn Princess”, was born in Virginia Beach, Virginia on May 11, 2016 to Ashley & LaTavis Hobbs. She was the youngest of 6. From the very beginning, she was only given 6months to live but God allowed her to share 6 amazing years with her family & friends.
Leila brought joy to everyone she came in contact with. She was so full of personality and attitude. Her whole life she was “Leila Strong” and overcame every obstacle that came her way. She never allowed a diagnosis to be an excuse. The Unicorn Princess fought hard to the very last moment when she finally earned her eternal rest and healing on August 24th, 2022 with her mommy & daddy by her side.
Leila attended Pre-K at the amazing Easton Preschool and she attended Kindergarten at the wonderful Willard Elementary School in Norfolk, VA. Leila would have been starting First Grade this week. She received awesome therapy services at Sentara Therapy Services in Virginia Beach, VA. Leila was blessed to receive all of her amazing medical care at CHKD in Norfolk, VA , where she was well known & loved by everyone especially in the NICU, PICU and TICU. Over the years, Leila gained popularity on Social Media where her story touched the hearts of thousands.
To cherish her wonderful memories, Leila leaves her mommy, Ashley Hobbs (Cromwell) and daddy, LaTavis Hobbs; Four awesome big brothers: LaTavis Hobbs Jr. , Jayden Cromwell, Jonah Schexnayder and Ahmari Hobbs; One amazing big sister: Trinity Hobbs-Anderson; Grandparents: Janet Cromwell, Carlos Outten, Terrell Holmes, Edith Parker and Joe Falcon; Aunts & Uncles: Brittney & Shyreek Robertson, Tiffany & Gary Vann, Tyechia & Latreal Parker, Shaun Cromwell, Naashon Outten, Shyanna Green, Montigo Brown, Shontia Short; Crazy Cousins Crew; God mommy: Sheray Patillo ; Longtime nurse & buddy: Ramona Borden. She also leaves behind a host of cousins, great aunts & uncles, social media aunts & uncles and loving friends.
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Natalie Aulder says
August 31, 2022 at 9:30 pmLeila our lil unicorn princess my heart is truly broken since you left. I am going to miss you soo much. Nat loved you like her own. I’m so glad that your mommy shared your journey with me. I know you are up in heaven running around and playing with the other kids. I want to send my deepest condolences to your mom and dad and family. You will be truly missed. But you left an impression that will never be forgotten. I will carry you in my heart. Rest up babygirl and watch over ur family 🦄🦄🦄💞💞💞🙏🏽
Domonique merritt says
August 31, 2022 at 11:39 pmSorry for your loss Ashley and the family knew how much she meant too y’all and everyone who watches y’all throughout these years . Now we all have a guardian angel baby girl will be missed by many I’m praying for you Ashley and the family these are my condolences.
Bridget Winborne-Judge says
August 31, 2022 at 9:34 pmLeila you have left your mark and impact on 757 your assignment here maybe done here but babygirl you are riding high in clouds on your unicorn princess. Watch over your family especially mommy and daddy…..
Easton Preschool says
August 31, 2022 at 9:54 pmSending love and condolences from Easton Preschool 🫶🏾
Takisha Younger says
September 1, 2022 at 6:37 amLeila, you are and will always be the best unicorn princess I know. Thank you for letting me love on you even when you didn’t want to be bothered. I love our conversations on the porch. I miss you already. Thank you for being the best neighbor to me and my family. We love you greatly. Always and Forever Leila Strong. As always Ashley I am just a doorbell ring away.
Jessica Smith says
September 8, 2022 at 6:29 pmLeila your cyber aunt is going to miss you.. my prayers are with your family during this tough time.. fly high pretty unicorn! Love you!
Tommy Mauro says
September 1, 2022 at 8:57 amRip cerebral palsy warrior you inspired the world praying for your family love you always
Karen Rose says
September 1, 2022 at 4:12 pmMy sincere condolences on your lost. Heaven has gained an Angel. My continued prayers from my heart to yours.
Laura davis says
September 8, 2022 at 6:59 pmRest In Peace beautiful Leila! You’ll be truly missed and we all will remember you as a strong little girl with the heart and soul of a warrior! Prayers and Hugs for you and your family.
Janell says
September 9, 2022 at 9:31 amMiss mamas your brothers and I are going to miss you soooo much . You made us all so proud. We love you
Kendra Irving says
September 9, 2022 at 11:17 amLeila I’m going to miss seeing your pretty face up and down my Facebook timeline. From the moment your journey started, your Mommy has documented the milestones, adventures, and battles for us to witness, cheer on, and be inspired by, and I am grateful I got to witness it all. You were an amazing Little Lady with great style and a sassy attitude, and I loved it. Rest Well Pretty Girl! You will long be an inspiration to us all!
Nikki says
September 9, 2022 at 12:11 pmMy condolences god belss
Tyechia, Treal, Koi & Rooster says
September 9, 2022 at 10:00 pmWe will always love and remember our unicorn princess. From the moment she was born, she has held a special place in our lives. Leila will be missed so very much but we know she is having a ball up in her palace. We love you Ashley & Tavis and will always be here through this journey.
Jacqueline Davis says
September 10, 2022 at 8:27 amRest Beautifully little princess 👸🏽
Clover Smith says
September 10, 2022 at 10:57 amRest in heavenly peace unicorn princess, I’m going to miss seeing your pictures on the group page. Love always, one of your BADDIE aunties.💜💜💜💜
Tiffany Williams says
September 10, 2022 at 11:04 amSending condolences to the family praying for you!! From Cardinal Dreams #Leilastrong💜💜
Copeland says
September 10, 2022 at 11:26 amCondolences to your family from from your LTHS Family!!💜🦄💜
Patricia Vann says
September 10, 2022 at 11:27 amI want to leave my deepest sincere condolences to the family I know this is a difficult time right now but God is more than able to keep you at such a time is this rest of assure baby Leila is safe in God’s hands and he holds the family as well. Constantly praying for you all.
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