Wednesday 17th October 2012
 It's been revealed that a man who died in an incident in the Don Jon Hotel in Maltby, at around 10pm on Sunday evening, 14th October, 2012, was a well respected and liked boss at a local optician's company.
Robert David Hurdley, a 45-year-old man from Dinnington, was a Director at Specsavers on Burlington Street in Chesterfield.
He was taken to Rotherham District General Hospital after suffering a serious head injury at the venue but was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.
 Robert (left) was a devoted father and husband and his family has released the following statement: "Our family have been devastated by the loss of Robert. He was a popular, lively and successful family man and the father of three beautiful young children.
"He had spent the day coaching the Dinnington Boys Rugby Team and shared that evening having a drink with friends. He is deeply loved by us all. I would ask that anyone with information please contact the police."
A statement on the Dinnington Boys Rugby Team website refers to Rob as a "real gentleman" and says that he always played a "major role in the club. Everyone associated with DRUFC would like to offer their condolences to Rob's family and close friends."
A 30-year-old Maltby man has been arrested on suspicion of murder. The investigation is ongoing.
Officers investigating the incident are appealing for anyone who was in the Don Jon pub or nearby pubs on Sunday evening, or anyone with information that may assist, to call South Yorkshire Police immediately on 101, or if you are deaf or hard of hearing on 18001 101 (text phone) or 07786 220 022 (SMS) quoting incident number 1242 of 14th October, 2012.
Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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