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David Palmer Robinson

1945 - 2012

David Palmer Robinson

1945 - 2012

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BORN

1945

DIED

2012

David Robinson Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 17, 2012.

David Palmer Robinson, "Doc" as most people knew him, passed peacefully on Tuesday, December 11, in his sleep. He leaves his loving wife, Lauren; daughter, Lauren; daughter, Nova St Cyr; and grandson, James; as well as a host of lifelong friends who will miss him dearly. Doc was an accomplished musician, gaining notoriety for a beautiful song loved by so many, " Dancing in the Moonlight". He was loved by so many as he loved them. Doc will be returned to his place of birth, Cleveland, Ohio, to be laid to rest with his parents and grandparents.

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33 Entries

Joe F

July 21, 2025

Doc RIP! You brought so much happiness in the world with your music! I can not listen to Dancing in the Moonlight without a big smile crossing my face! What a classic!

Michael (Farlo) Farley

April 27, 2024

Just found this today. I was q2 or 13 when Dancin In The Moonlight came out. To this day its one of if not The most fav song of mine. Im 65 now and dance to it every time I hear it. I had tears in my eyes watching his last performance. So long Doc and rest in peace brother.. I know you must be singing that great song like the 1st time..

Tim Holt

April 2, 2024

I must have been about 5, maybe 6 when that song came out , living out in Phoenix,AZ . , I used to run all around the house singing that song , looking back now those were times I wouldn´t change for a thing in the world, just wished I could have heard them!! Keep rocking up in heaven Dave !! Tim Holt

Evan Hansen

December 27, 2023

RIP GOD BLESS Evan Hansen Hudson FL

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greg erickson

September 25, 2022

I was 11 when that song came out,,,,couldn't wait to hear it and put my transistor radio to my ear,,I'd have to face the right direction for full sound !!!!

wayne wachtell

May 19, 2022

HI DAVE ! I just noticed a news story about you/the band and your tune Dancing in the Moonlight ! It was always a COOL TUNE! I sometimes hear it on the radio! Thanks for great music! REST PEACE!!!!!!

Sarah Delano

December 13, 2021

Lauren, I just saw this as I was looking for Doc after listening to Dancing in the Moonlight I was reminded of you 2 at the Blue Door in the late 1990's I was a dishwasher <3 I am sadden you guys were super nice to me.

Tina (Lapierre)

July 21, 2021

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. The time Dave and Lauren were at camp house in Lyman Maine

Tina (Lapierre) Ames

July 21, 2021

Oh my God I just found this out and I am so sorry Lauren. I am your friend that was living in Lyman Maine when you and Doc were at camp. I made you blueberry pancakes when you didn´t feel good and how you asked that I took Dave out for a drive so that you could sleep. He will forever be in my heart as he had been all of these years

Neil Santorella

March 25, 2013

We met Doc up in Maine and had many fun times. He was a blast to be around and wonderfully talented musician. Very sorry for your loss.

January 13, 2013

Doc was very influential in my life while I was in college in Ithaca. He was a very special person, talented musician and wonderful friend to many people. He will be missed, RIP, Doc.

January 1, 2013

only met Dave once when he came & visited Berceuse ( our band) in upstate NY.. he seemed like a real nice guy Sunny Paul

King Harvest on boat

Bob Trudell

December 20, 2012

Dave

Bob Trudell

December 20, 2012

Baddest of all possible Bobs

Bob Trudell

December 20, 2012

John "Deacon Dawson

December 20, 2012

I take this news with great sadness. "Doc" I will always remember the "hot" comet we rode along in and the infamous muffler shots! Better yet you were my line mate on our championship football teams at Rocky River. We sure beat up opposing linemen!!! I am so glad I talked to you recently.

onalee avinger

December 19, 2012

We were lucky enough to be at the Olcott concert in July!!It was awesome!!May he rest in peace and now be one of the angels singing in heaven!!

Nancy Depew(Westerfield)

December 19, 2012

Dave will be missed,went to school from kdg. to 12 what a nice guy,great smile .you will missed by all of us. Your rrhs63 friend,nancy

December 19, 2012

I will miss you forever,my dear friend and brother!Ice Station Zebra,"Doc"!All our memories are priceless and I cherish them.I am glad I have all our pictures,happy Alex had me take so many!!I will meet you again and until then I will keep Dancing In The Moonlight!!I love you,Billy Gorman,Neptune!

Jim Pokerwinski

December 19, 2012

Doc... I will remember the fun times in Ithaca with a smile and fondness

December 19, 2012

Sending all my love David,you forever be remembered and all the great times on the lake!! May you rest in eternal peace and have an old white piano to keep singing!!You are home now and with your Mum and Dad!!Claire

Doc signing autographs after the Reichold Orleans concert in 2010.

Jim Tunick

December 19, 2012

Doc you have now "graduated". We will miss you greatly but your legend will live on. Goodbye dear friend.

Bubby Pawlak

December 19, 2012

Rest in peace Doc. You will forever be rememberd for your great music in Olcott Beach. We will continue to keep on "Dancing In The Moonlight" with you in our thoughts.

Ron Altbach

December 19, 2012

Lauren, Elka and I are so deeply sad that your husband and my brother and friend will no longer be in our lives. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. We'll speak soon,

Ron

December 19, 2012

steve beck

December 19, 2012

Wish you well in your new life! You're a friend of a friend...cheers.

December 18, 2012

What great times we had through the years. From Cleveland to Florida to California. I'll remember him always.

Elmore Bacon ( Las Vegas Nevada )

Patrick Gillespie

December 18, 2012

I will always remember his laugh, his parents (Ruth and LeRoy)his music!
What fun growing up in Rocky River...good times!
He certainly is "Dancing"!

Roger Bacon

December 18, 2012

We had some great times in the old days.
Their still playing your song !

Sue Gammel-Jacobsen

December 18, 2012

What sad news. Dave and I graduated in the Rocky River H.S. class of '63. I was so looking forward to seeing him again at our 50th reunion in Sept. '13. He was such a good guy and will be missed.

December 18, 2012

"Doc" will always be remembered we all love ya RIP from Sunfiberglass pools
keep dancing in the moonlight

Ralph Libby

December 18, 2012

May this candle symbolize the life and spirit of our friend "Doc" Robinson, he found a special place in our hearts!

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