Shakila Khan-Ghumra

Shakila was our special “Leap Year” daughter and despite her short life, she touched the lives of so many.

Shakila had the ability to rise above any situation and turn it into a success.  She graduated from Loughborough University in 2010, where she often said that she spent her best years, and later qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 2013. She then worked as a Financial Accountant for Global Payments; Syncreon and Long Clawson Dairy.

Shakila loved the outdoors especially being in and surrounded by water. She was an amazing cook who could transform a simple handful of ingredients into a tantalising meal.  She was also an avid reader, and a huge Harry Potter fan, enjoying all the books and films.

Shakila was a passionate believer in equality in education for all.  She mentored many friends, colleagues and younger family members to achieve their full potential. 

With her charm, love and dazzling smile, Shakila was much loved by all those that knew her and will be deeply missed.  As a tribute to Shakila, her good friend, Heather has named a star “Aquila” in her memory so that she may remain a twinkle in our lives.