Family pay tribute to woman from Leicester
Nila Patel, 56, died in hospital on Thursday
A beautiful, vibrant soul”. The family of a woman who died following an incident in Aylestone Road, Leicester, last week have paid tribute to her.
Nila Patel, 56, died in hospital on Thursday 26 June following the incident which had happened two days earlier.
Paying tribute today (Tuesday), Nila’s son Jaidan Patel and daughter Danika Patel described her as “one of the most kind-hearted people you could ever meet”.
They said: “We are heartbroken, but we want the world to know who our mum truly was - a beautiful, vibrant soul who deserved so much more.
“Mum was one of the most kind-hearted people you could ever meet. Her love was quiet but powerful - shown through warm meals, thoughtful words, and a smile that could light up any room. She always put others before herself, offering comfort without ever asking for anything in return. Even when life was hard, she carried on with strength, dignity and a smile on her face.
“She was a devoted mother, a loyal friend, and an incredibly hard worker. At home and in her career, she gave everything she had - never complaining, always giving. She raised us with patience, love, and unwavering support, and our greatest wish was always to make her proud.
“Mum’s life was full of love, and the stories we’ve heard from those who knew her have reminded us of just how deeply she touched the lives around her. She was truly rich in love and generosity.
“We will miss her more than words can ever express. We didn’t get the chance to say goodbye, and that pain is something we carry every day. But we will continue to speak her name with pride, honour her memory, and live by the values she taught us.
“Mum’s story matters. Her life mattered. We ask that anyone who hears her story helps us keep her name and memory alive.”
*A man has been charged with the murder of Nila Patel.
Michael Chuwuemeka, 23, of Dover Street, Leicester has also been charged with dangerous driving, possession with intent to supply class B drugs, attempted grievous bodily harm relating to an incident on Welford Road prior to the collision and assault of an emergency worker following an alleged assault on a police officer after his arrest.
Chuwuemeka has also been charged with causing actual bodily harm in connection with a separate victim in London in the early hours of Tuesday 24 June.
Chuwuemeka appeared via video link at Leicester Crown Court sitting at Loughborough today (Tuesday) where he was further remanded into custody