A family is heartbroken after their beloved daughter, Leonna Ruka, tragically lost her life when a tree fell in a Southend park. Seven-year-old Leonna was visiting family with her relatives when the accident occurred last year on June 28th. Despite being rushed to hospital, she couldn’t be saved. A six-year-old girl also caught under the tree remains in critical condition, while three other children suffered minor injuries.
Leonna’s parents, Leo and Floreta Ruka, describe their grief as living a nightmare. They express the immeasurable pain of losing a child, stating that there’s never been a moment since that they haven’t thought about her. They spoke about the emptiness left by Leonna’s absence, saying, “There are no words that can truly capture the pain.”
They remember Leonna as a beacon of kindness, positivity, and love who brightened the lives of everyone she met. Her parents proudly recounted her achievements and the future that should have been hers. They are committed to keeping her legacy alive through the memories of those who loved her, saying, “We will continue to carry her with us in everything we do.”
In a heartfelt tribute, they concluded, “Leonna was our daughter, our pride, and our joy. We miss her beyond words, we love her beyond measure, and we will honour her memory for the rest of our lives.” 💔🌳✨
Our thoughts are with Leonna’s family as they navigate this incredibly difficult time.