Photo courtesy of Clymer Funeral Home Cremations - Palm Coast
Palm Coast, Florida
Jun 6, 1951 – Jan 2, 2025
David Allen Gee, age 73, of Palm Coast, FL passed away on January 2, 2025 at his home, surrounded by loving family after a long, brave battle with cancer.
David was born on June 6, 1951 in Westfield, Massachusetts to the late Bernard Gee & Margaret Virginia Gee. He received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Massachusetts. On August 28, 1998, David married his true love, JoAnne Burcham, in Las Vegas. David was a Palm Coast resident since 2002, moving from Villa Rica, Georgia. David was a sportscaster in Atlanta and in Palm Coast was a D.J. on WNZF & KOOL - Lunch with Dr. Dave – for 10 + years and a D.J. on The Blizzard for 5 years. A sports junkie, he was also the radio voice of Matanzas & Flagler Palm Coast High School football in Flagler County.
David began his radio career in the early 1970s when he was a volunteer sports reporter as a student for the station at the University of Massachusetts. (He put himself through school by playing drums in gigs at nightclubs and played drums full time for several years.) After working as a Hardwick Stove Co. salesman in Arkansas and Oklahoma, he took a course in broadcasting and worked hard to improve his pronunciation and radio voice. After that, he got a job in sports radio at WDU in Gainesville, Georgia and the rest is history.
David will be remembered for his upbeat attitude, sense of humor, words of wisdom and encyclopedic knowledge.
David is survived by his loving wife of 27 years, JoAnne Gee; step-daughters Dawn Paape (Dennis), Lisa Williams, Rachel Steele (Bobby) & Stephanie Lozano; grandchildren, Dawn Laurie, Brandon, Eric, Ashley, Alex, Sean, Alison & Kayla and a brother, Dennis Gee (Kate).
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in David’s name to Journey’s End, P.O. Box 1966, Deleon Springs, Fl 32130.
The family of Mr. Gee have entrusted his arrangements to Clymer Funeral Home & Cremations.
Read MoreI was very sad to hear the passing of Dr. Dave. I was his color guy for several years on WNZF before moving back home to Ohio. He was a great man and I will never forget the times we shared on air. My deepest condolences.
Jeremy Kitson
January 17, 2025 | Wren, OH | Coworker
David was a true joy to work with and engage with during his time at the radio station. His warmth, kindness, and dedication made every interaction memorable. He will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Cindy Dalecki
January 12, 2025 | Ormond Beach, FL | Friend
JoAnn and family. I am so very sorry hearing about Dave passing. He made so many smile and the love between the two of you and your girls was and is still wonderful. If there is anything you need please do not hesitate to ask. Love you Debbie Ryan
Debbie Ryan
January 10, 2025 | Ormond Beach, FL | Friend
I went to high school with Dave . prayers & sympathy to his family
Helena Bartels
January 06, 2025 | West Chester, OH | Acquaintance
Very, very sad day. Had a lot of fun with Dave in years past.
Donald Kinney
January 06, 2025 | Grant-Valkaria, FL | Friend
Having known Dave since the late 1960’s, we are very sad to hear of his passing. He was wonderful company, a fantastic drummer, and a jack of all trades. He will be missed.
Don and Charlotte Kinney
January 06, 2025 | Malabar, FL | Friend
