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BBC Radio Essex's Dave Monk, a founding presenter, died at 72 after battling pancreatic cancer since 2024.
BBC Radio Essex presenter Dave Monk, originally David Travis, has died at 72 after a nearly year-long battle with pancreatic cancer.
He spent nearly 40 years at the station, joining its launch in 1986 and becoming one of its founding presenters.
Monk covered major national events, including the death of Queen Elizabeth II, and was known for his warmth, dedication, and deep connection to the community.
Diagnosed in 2024, he underwent chemotherapy, surgery, and other treatments, but the disease progressed.
His final on-air message, urging listeners to live fully, was widely shared and remembered.
Tributes from colleagues, public figures, and listeners praised his legacy as a trusted regional voice.
Dave Monk, presentador fundador de la BBC Radio Essex, murió a los 72 años después de luchar contra el cáncer de páncreas desde 2024.