The wife of a dad who died following a crash in a village outside of Ipswich has described him as a "brilliant husband".

Ben Jacobs, 47, of Rushmere St Andrew, died after the crash in Church Road, Bentley, on Wednesday, May 17. 

Officers were called to the scene at about 7pm after reports of a collision involving two cyclists and a car. 

One of the cyclists was airlifted to Addenbrooke's Hospital, where he died two days later. 

Ipswich Star: Ben Jacobs and his wife FayeBen Jacobs and his wife Faye (Image: Suffolk police)

Suffolk police has issued a tribute on behalf of Mr Jacobs' family.

His wife Faye said: "We were childhood sweethearts. I met Ben when I was 15 and from that day forward were inseparable. 

“Ben was a brilliant husband who always made me laugh and feel safe, I will forever be lost without him. 

“Ben loved being a dad, was always supportive, and took his responsibilities very seriously. He made all my worries go away and he will forever be missed."

His daughter Holly, who paid tribute to her father on behalf of herself and her sister Olivia, thanked Steve Harding, who set up a fundraising campaign to give Ben "the send-off he rightfully deserves."

"Olivia will miss all the great moments they spent together, whether it was watching the football or going on long walks with the family," said Holly.

“Our lives feel very quiet and miserable without him present, and we all will miss his laugh and energy most of all. 

Ipswich Star: Ben Jacobs died after the crash in BentleyBen Jacobs died after the crash in Bentley (Image: Suffolk police)

“We would all like to give our much appreciated thanks to everyone who donated to the fund Steve Harding set up at a time when money is scarce.

"Every penny will be spent with Dad in mind to give him the send-off he rightfully deserves."

Mr Jacobs' son Tom added: "My father was such a diligent and warm-hearted person to everyone it is difficult to add qualities that the many people who looked up to him haven't already mentioned. 

"As his son, I always admired his ability to remain open-minded and sympathetic even during challenging times that tested his patience. He always had a fantastic sense of humour yet knew when to behave earnestly when myself and my family depended on him. 

“Similarly, as an athlete, he shared copious adventures with his friends but always left plenty of time to spend with his family. Thanks for being a caring and influential father and phenomenal friend."

Anyone who may have witnessed the crash is asked to contact Suffolk police.