The family of Terry Cutmore, who represented Rochford North on Essex County Council, has confirmed he has died of coronavirus.
He was described as a "generous, clever, witty man and a loving father".

Council leader David Finch described Mr Cutmore as "extremely well-liked" - and a man who was "committed to serving his residents".
MP for Rayleigh and Wickford, Mark Francois, said Mr Cutmore would be "sorely missed", especially at Rochford District Council which he had led for 15 years.