Tina Assenheim, 57, sadly lost her husband Jason to pancreatic cancer in 2018. Tina’s work also involves organising special lighting events, where landmarks are dipped into purple lights as part of Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Day, which is held in November. Support - Colchester's town hall will be lit up in purple this November(Image: Newsquest)A council spokesperson said: “Colchester City Council is proud to announce that the Town Hall will be illuminated in purple this November in support of Pancreatic Cancer UK’s Purple Lights campaign. “This symbolic gesture aims to raise awareness of pancreatic cancer and show solidarity with everyone affected by this illness. “We regularly light up our buildings throughout the year to support important causes, and we’re pleased to stand with communities and charities in shining a light on this vital issue.”