It is with great sadness that the family of the late Colin John Hamshere announce his passing on Monday August 6, 2018 at Southend University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Southend on Sea, Essex, England at the age of 74. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his five children: Darren (Jill) Hamshere, Coleen (John) Harvey, Craig (Linda) Hamshere/Reid, Joanne Hamshere and Jennifer Hamshere; grandchildren: Tim (Kristina), Robyn (Tim), Jayde, Olivia, Graydon, Josh (Jill), Mackensie (Dylan), Katie, Lucy, James, Drew, Evan and Carlo; great-grandchildren: Kai and Raina; as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Edward and May Hamshere of Tilbury Essex, England and his brother Alan Hamshere and two sisters Rose Burst and Jean Harris. A special thanks to Kay Hamshere, Lynn Harris and Carol Harris for always being there and visiting with Colin. A memorial service will be held at a later date and Colin will be laid to rest with his brother Alan in Pitsea, Essex, England.