St. Thomas, Virgin Islands: Hila succumbed to her illness in Rochester, NY on July 16, 2021 at the age of 74. She was born, raised and educated in Rochester, NY. She started her career as a Registered Nurse for Strong Memorial Hospital before moving to St. Thomas, Virgin Islands to become a Public Health Nurse.

She is survived by her lifetime partner, Uken Fredericks; sister, Vivian (Milton Ross) Babin, and brother, Louis Babin, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Burial took place in Britton Road Cemetery. A Memorial Services will be held near the date of her birthday, June of 2022.