- Wayne Chester died after being struck outside a McDonalds on September 29
- A 16-year-old boy was charged with murder and appeared at court on Friday
- Mr Chester was described as a 'huge character with an even bigger heart'
By Isobel Frodsham For Mailonline
Published: 12:55 EST, 12 December 2017 | Updated: 14:17 EST, 12 December 2017
Wayne Chester was described as a 'huge character with an even bigger heart' by his devastated siblings
A 50-year-old man's family has paid tribute to him after he died after a 'single punch'.
Wayne Chester was described as a 'huge character with an even bigger heart' by his devastated siblings.
He was allegedly struck by a 16-year-old boy, who cannot be named for legal reasons, outside a McDonalds in Maidstone on September 29.
Mr Chester suffered a head injury and was put into an induced coma but sadly later died.
In a joint statement, his siblings Naomi, Tracey, Jason and Stephen said: 'Wayne was a huge character with an even bigger heart.
'We haven't only lost a brother we've lost our best friend and have a void in our hearts which can never be filled.
'Wayne was a true gentleman – kind, caring, funny, generous to a fault, and loved by everyone one who was lucky enough to have had him in their lives.
'Not a day goes by that we don't hear from someone what a great guy he was.
'That was Wayne – a very sociable and likeable person and always made an impact on everyone he came across.'
The incident occured at around 10.30pm. Police and paramedics were called to the scene following reports of a disturbance.
Mr Chester suffered a head injury and was taken to a London hospital and put into an induced coma, but later died.
The suspect, from the town, appeared at Maidstone Crown Court on Friday wearing a green sweatshirt and a rosary around his neck.
He denies murder and was remanded to a young offenders institution before his next crown court appearance.
Judge Jeremy Carey said: 'This is a case of utmost gravity.'
Simon Taylor, prosecuting, said the incident was captured on CCTV cameras.
Mr Chester's family added: 'Wayne knew so many people in Maidstone and had a huge network of friends. Everyone we speak with either who knew him personally or knew of someone that knew him.
'Connor, Janie and Millie-Rose, Wayne's children were his pride and joy and anyone that knew Wayne would know he called them his 'Mini Me's'.
'He never had a bad word to say about anyone and saw the good in everyone and every situation.
'They have lost such an amazing Dad and he will never get to share the joy of walking his girls down the aisle or being a Granddad.
'Wayne was such a big part of their lives that can never be replaced.
'There will be a spare chair at our table this Christmas which will can never be filled – He was our very own Mr Brightside and we all love and miss him deeply.
'Never again will we hear the words….. 'How much do you love me???? We love you this much.'
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