THE family of a mobile car mechanic who died following a road crash in Witham on Sunday (September 28) say he was "dearly loved" by everyone that knew him.
Antonio Dredger, 54, of Humber Road, Witham, died after the green Triumph motorcycle he was riding hit a blue Hyundai I20 in Chipping Hill at about 7.10pm.
In a statement, his family said: "Soapy was a dearly loved husband, dad, granddad, son, brother and friend to everyone that knew him.
"He had enjoyed motorcycling since his teens, fishing and spending time with his family and friends.
"The family has not made any arrangements at this stage regarding Soapy's funeral. All the family members and friends will greatly miss him very much."
An inquest into Mr Dredger's death was open and adjourned today (October 2) to allow for his funeral to take place.
