The family of Josh Marlow, who died in a road traffic collision on the A132 in South Woodham Ferrers on Friday have paid tribute to him.
The 22-year old, from South Woodham Ferrers was killed when his motorbike collided with a Volkswagen Golf prompting friends to flood social media with tributes.
Josh's family have now recalled their memories of a keen mountain biker, countryside shooting enthusiast and apprentice mechanic who had hoped to one day run his own business.
The statement said: "Josh was taken too soon. He fought many battles in his younger years and overcame personal difficulties. He grew into being a happy, solid, hardworking, loving young man who touched the lives of many."
A 45-year-old man from Wickham Bishops was arrested on suspicion of causing death by careless driving. Anyone who witnessed the collision is asked to call the Essex Police Serious Collision Investigation Unit on 101 or emailcollisionappeal@essex.pnn.police.uk.