Leigha Stokes is a true Florida native, born and raised in Ocala, Florida. She is the oldest of four siblings, a wife and a mom. Leigha’s parents provided her the opportunity to attend and graduate from The Villages® Charter School, where she was awarded a softball scholarship at a small Christian college, Warner University.

Upon graduating from college in 2011, Leigha married her high school sweetheart, Preston, who is currently a Firefighter in The Villages®. They welcome a beautiful girl, Rilynn in 2014, who is carrying on the family tradition and also attending the Villages® Charter School.

Leigha has an aspiration for meeting new people and finds value in creating lasting relationships. She is very enthusiastic and thankful for each day she gets to give back and help grow the remarkable community that helped grow her!