A MEMORIAL ball is being held for a "beautiful" and "sweet" daughter who took her own life.

Jodie Jose, 22, from Colchester, was found in her car at Great Bentley railway station in the early hours of Saturday, March 5.

She had been pronounced missing on Friday night at around 10.50pm by her family, who were concerned for her welfare.

She was taken to Colchester General Hospital where she died of carbon monoxide poisoning.

An inquest into the death heard Jodie had a medical history of depression, had been depressed for some time and had made a previous attempt at self-harm.

Her family and friends are holding a ball on September 9 to raise awareness of mental health.

The page said: "We are holding this ball not only in memory of our lovely Jodie but also to raise awareness and funds for Papyrus who support the prevention of suicide in the young.

"We want to do all we can to support other people going through what Jodie went through and to stop families having to feel the heartbreak we have.

"We are planning a lovely, fun evening for everyone but due to the nature of the cause we have decided that it will not be suitable for anyone under the age of 18.

"We would love it if everyone could accessorize with something purple as this is the colour of Papyrus."

The night will include a two course dinner, a cupcake station and table wine, plus entertainment.

It will be held at the Stoke by Nayland Golf Club.

For more information visit Jodie Jose memorial ball, fundraising for Papyrus on Facebook.