A devastated family have paid tribute to an "amazing" father-of-five following his tragic death.

Tributes have flooded in for Max Ramsden after he took his own life last week aged just 36.

The much-loved roofer, from Ashford, has been described as "the life and soul of the party".

His niece Courtney Ramsden says her uncle was "an extremely generous and wonderful person".

"He would go out of his way to help somebody out no matter what they needed," she said.

"His family were the most important thing to him and he was the most wonderful father to his children and husband to Carrie.

"There was nothing he wouldn't do for his kids – he was always pushing them and was so proud of each and every one of them.

"He was the perfect dad, a doting husband and overall a good, honest man."

Mr Ramsden was also a keen football fan, and was serving as a coach at Ashford United under 12s.

The club paid tribute to the coach, saying it was "deeply saddened" to learn of his passing.

"We would like to send our sincere condolences to Max’s family and friends, whilst our thoughts are also with his team," it added in a statement.

A fundraiser has been set up to raise money towards Mr Ramsden's funeral costs and to provide for his family following his passing.

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It has spread throughout the community, raising more than £6,000 in just four days. If you would like to donate, click here.

Among the tributes and donations are several other football clubs that worked with the young dad, including Wittersham FC.

A spokeswoman for the club said: "Max was a huge part of our football family as a player, manager, coach and football dad.

"He knew how to get the best out of kids, especially those who lacked confidence.

"It is heartbreaking to think he is no longer with us but the values he instilled of hard work, self-belief and fair play will live on in those who had the honour of being coached by Max."

Barrie Croucher, a spokesman for Brewmaster High Halden FC, said that Mr Ramsden had been "a great person to have around in the changing room".

"I also had the pleasure of being a teammate of Max, spending many happy years playing cricket alongside him at Smallhythe CC," he added.

"He will be missed so much. Rest in peace now my friend."