Mick Anthony Mills, 43, of Turnberry Close, was killed when his motorbike collided with two cars on the B2096 at Carrick Hill, Dallington, just before 8pm.

The married man was a works manger for building contractors Booker & Best.

On behalf of his family, his sister Julia Beckett said: "He was always laughing and joking. He was an extremely good father. He was loved very much by his mum and all his family."

His funeral is taking place at Hastings Cermatorium today (Friday) at 9.30am.

Flowers or cheques addressed to Cancer Research UK can be sent to Hinkley Funeral Service, 50 Mount Pleasant Road, Hastings.

A woman from Bexhill, who was driving one of the cars involved in the accident, was treated for minor injuries at the Conquest Hospital.
The other driver was uninjured.

The road was closed for five hours after the crash.

Police are appealing for witnesses to contact them on 0845 60 70 999, quoting Operation Stuart.