As we reflect on the music scene in 2025, it’s impossible not to feel the void left by the departure of the beloved radio personality, Tim Davis, from WNRN. His unexpected passing, which occurred months ago, still reverberates through the community, leaving a profound sense of loss. Davis’ unique humor, unwavering love for music, and ability to connect with listeners turned many a night into a celebration of sound. This post is a tribute to his legacy and the indelible mark he left on the Charlottesville/Central Virginia community.
A Shocking Loss
Those who worked alongside Tim Davis at WNRN described the period following his death as a nightmare they couldn’t wake up from. “When something as completely unforeseen as an like this occurs you’re struck,” said WNRN News , Tad Abbey. Despite knowing Davis’ condition was bleak, his death still came as a shock. WNRN’s Board Chairman, Maynard Sipe posted the following statement on the station’s website:
Maynard Sipe’s Statement
“All of us at the station understood over the past few days that Tim’s condition continued to be critical, but news of his passing is still a shock. Everyone associated with the station is grieving.” Davis hosted a nightly rock show and a show every Tuesday and Friday night, called “The Boombox.”
Tributes Pour In
“His listeners loved him, they definitively had their own idea of who ‘DJ Prolapse’ was, and he brought a lot of party to a lot of people every night,” said Abbey. In the aftermath of Davis’ passing, WNRN has been fielding phone calls from listeners offering their condolences.
Community Impact
“We’re a community radio station and we’re part of the community. Part of the whole Charlottesville/Central Virginia community is gone,” said Abbey. Davis’ death leaves a void in the radio community.
Moving Forward
Currently, a roster of volunteers is stepping up to fill-in for Davis on the air, and there are no long-term plans. Abbey says anger has yet to set in, and right now their thoughts are with Davis’ . “Nothing more. The judicial force will work the way it’s meant to work, but we lost him, his -about-shirley-caesar” target=”_blank”> lost him,” said Davis.
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