Tributes paid to 'lovely man' and 'top geezer' Jonathan Round after fatal altercation at Barnsley pub
‘They don’t make people like JR anymore’
Devastated friends have paid tribute to a man who died after an altercation in Barnsley on Friday.
Jonathan Round, aged 52, died after an incident at The Star Hotel on Barnsley Road, Cudworth, at around 11.30pm September 11, where police were called to reports of an altercation inside.
He was taken to hospital with serious injuries but tragically died later in hospital.
A 33-year-old - Liam McGuire, of Stocks Lane - has been charged with manslaughter.
Jonathan’s friends have paid tribute to the “top geezer,” “good friend” and “great guy” on social media.
Many attested to ‘Johnny’s’ popularity at bars and pubs across Cudworth and his reputation as a man who “wouldn’t harm anyone” who gave “the best advice”.
Samantha Coby Craven wrote: “Awww Johnny. Still can't come to terms with this, we all raised a glass for you last night and sang Viva la Vida, even poured your favourite tipple and popped it on the bar for you.
“I send condolences to everyone involved in this whole situation, staff, family and friends.”
“Pals for 30 years,” said Ryan Litkowicz. “Never met anyone with a bad word to say about JR in that time.
“Top geezer taken way too soon. Thoughts are with his family and friends.”
“RIP Johnny, god bless your family,” wrote Ken Oates. “You was a good friend, work mate years ago but never forgot, always there for his mates, he was a great guy and we had some laughs, gone too soon.”
“They don’t make people like JR anymore,” wrote Anthony Stewart. “Do owt for anyone and gave the best advice for his friends.”
Several wrote Johnathan was a popular figure are pubs across the area, including Rodder’s Bar in Carrs Lane, The Star on Barnsley Road, and the former Fox & Hound on Pontefract Road.
Cassie Goodliffe said: “Rest in paradise Jonny, I will never forgot our duets in the Fox and your words of advise/ wisdom. Thinking of all your family and friends at this devastating time.”
“We miss you already down at Rodder's Bar, Johnny,” said Nicky Rodbourne. “Goodnight came far too soon for you.”
“Sleep tight Johnny, always a character in The Fox,” said Hayley Thomas. “Condolences to all your family and dearest friends.”