Devoted Everton Supporter Almost Misses Chance at £1 Million Jackpot
An ardent Evertonian, Colin Homer, almost missed a life-changing opportunity that awarded him a share of a £1 million lottery jackpot. Colin, age 69, and his wife, Janet, age 67, recently listed their home for sale. Fortunately, they delayed a swift sale, allowing their postcode to be drawn in the Postcode Millions lottery, with a winning ticket valued at £142,857.
Lucky Win Amidst Challenges
The couple resides in Hertfordshire and found out about their good fortune when their postcode, EN8 7QY, was announced as a winner on Saturday, October 11. Colin reflected on the timing of their home sale, stating, “If it had sold quickly, we could’ve easily stopped the ticket – but fate had other ideas.”
Colin and Janet plan to use their winnings to support their upcoming relocation and enjoy a much-needed holiday to Almería, Spain. The couple has faced numerous challenges in recent years, including health issues within their family. Janet’s father passed away in November 2021, and their son was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, undergoing two years of chemotherapy before recently entering remission.
Plans for the Future
Now that their family is on the mend, Colin and Janet are excited about their future. Colin expressed his desire to visit Everton’s new stadium, having been a lifelong supporter. “I used to have a season ticket and traveled to Goodison Park almost every week. I haven’t been to the new stadium yet, so I’ll definitely do that now,” he said.
In a touching moment after their win, Colin hoisted his ceremonial cheque and looked skyward, remembering his late father-in-law, Don Cole, who first inspired him to join the lottery. Janet shared, “It was my dad who got Colin into it. He received a golden envelope with £1,000 inside and convinced Colin to give it a try.”
Reflections on Their Journey
Despite the recent hardships, Janet described the couple’s win as “stunning,” noting how it took time for the news to truly sink in. “We just stood there in shock,” she recalled.
- Winner: Colin Homer, 69, and Janet Homer, 67
- Postcode: EN8 7QY
- Winning Amount: £142,857
- Date of Announcement: October 11
- Plans: Holiday to Almería, visit Everton’s new stadium
Their story illustrates how fortune can emerge from adversity, reminding us of the joys that life can bring even in challenging times.
