Tests haven't been completed but we've been told that it was natural causes. Here is our official statement:
"Metro Broadcasters, Inc., parent company of KHYI-FM, 95.3 The Range, and KXEZ-FM, 92.1 The Possum, is saddened to announce the untimely passing of Range morning show personality, Dave Avery. Dave had been on air at the Range since January 1st of 2007 and, although he was a part of the Range staff for only a short time, he will be deeply missed.
Dave began his broadcast career at KSAU-FM while attending Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches, TX. After obtaining a Communications degree, he continued his Radio career at a variety of stations across Texas including KHMX-FM/Houston, KTXN-FM/Victoria, KBSO-FM/Corpus Christi, and KHTZ-FM/Bryan-College Station.
Dave was an enthusiastic fan of Texas music, championing the artists and format throughout his career. His passion for Texas performers and their music will not soon be forgotten.
The staff of KHYI-FM, 95.3 The Range, and Metro Broadcasters sincerely regrets the loss of our broadcast colleague. At this time details for a memorial service are pending."
Updated info: There will be a memorial for Dave at Love & War in Texas/Plano at 3 p.m. on Monday, March 12th.
