‘Loved by all’: Tributes paid to father of four following A4500 fatal collision

A pedestrian who died following a collision on the A4500 in Earls Barton has been described as a loving father who inspired his four children.

Lewis Armour, aged 35, died after being struck by a black Ford pickup in Main Road, close to the junction with Wellingborough Road, at around 1.55am on Sunday, November 24.

The driver stopped at the scene, and investigations into the collision are underway by Northamptonshire Police’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit.

The family of Lewis, who lived in the Kettering area, have now issued a photograph and moving tribute to the father of four via the Force.

“Lewis was a son, a brother to six, a father to four beautiful children aged 14, 13, seven and 19 months old, and the longtime partner of 17 years to their beautiful mother.

“Lewis was loved by all and touched the hearts of people he met throughout his life.

“His brothers and sisters loved his cheeky banter and Alex, his sister, was his go-to confidante for everything.

“He worked hard, turning his hand to many skills to provide for his four beautiful children.

“Lewis was a loving father adored by his four beautiful children, who were inspired by him. Lewis will be missed by all our family, friends and those that ever had the pleasure of meeting him.

“Lewis was taken suddenly and unexpectedly from us. His passing has left a great hole in all our lives.

“His children have sadly lost a daddy, a mentor, a role model and an inspiration. Going forward, they and the whole family can now only rely on the sweet memories we all have.

“We would like to thank all those who helped and looked after Lewis at the scene, and all those who continue to help with support for the family through these very difficult times.”

Lewis’ family are being supported by specially trained officers and have asked for privacy in their grief.

• A 60-year-old Wellingborough man arrested on suspicion of driving a motor vehicle with a proportion of a specified controlled drug above the specified limit, and causing death by driving without due care/consideration while over specified limit, has been released on bail pending further enquiries.