"He attracted so many people to the polka audience, whereas previously they were scared away by the word polka," Eddie Blazonczyk Jr. said. He retired after having a stroke in late 2001, and his son led the Versatones until disbanding it last year. Blazonczyk has said, "I took his advice, and never regretted it. Help tell the story of your loved ones unique life. BRIDGEVIEW, Ill. (CBS) -- Eddie Blazonczyk, the man known as Chicago's polka king, has died at the age of 70. As a teenager, Mr. Blazonczyk played in rock n roll bands and toured with Buddy Holly and Gene Vincent. [1], Blazonczyk retired from performing in 2002. Oops, some error occurred while uploading your photo(s). Blazonczyk, Sr., Edward A. Your entry has exceeded the maximum character limit. 1976 Member of Eddie Blazonczyk's Versatones. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Some of his biggest hits include "Angeline Be Mine Polka" and "Poor Boy Polka.". Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. 0 cemeteries found in Justice, Cook County, Illinois, USA. The Versatones, which picked up a Grammy in 1987, played their last show on Dec. 31, 2011. Help tell the story of your loved ones unique life. The band toured widely, and through his label, his store, two radio shows and other activities, he was a constant presence in the polka world. The band toured widely, and through his label, his store, two radio shows and other activities, he was a constant presence in the polka world. Anyone can read what you share. Use Escape keyboard button or the Close button to close the carousel. This flower has been reported and will not be visible while under review. Created with sketchtool. His record label, Bel-Aire Recordings, and his son, Eddie Blazonczyk Jr., said Tuesday that Blazonczyk died of natural causes Monday at a hospital in the Chicago suburb of Palos Heights. Musicologist Norm Cohen wrote that "in his illustrious career, Blazonczyk and his Versatones were the primary ambassadors of Polish-American polka, touring constantly and playing well over 200 road gigs per year. The Dignity Memorial brand name is used to identify a network of licensed funeral, cremation and cemetery providers that include affiliates of Service Corporation International, 1929 Allen Parkway, Houston, Texas. He was a big force for what it means to be Polish in America.. Try again later. I had what I refer to as \"the best seat in the house\"! His parents owned and operated the Pulaski Ballroom, where Eddie heard some of the most influential polka players of the day, such as Steve Adamczyk, Lil' Wally Jagiello, and Eddie Zima. He retired in 2001 after suffering health problems. No animated GIFs, photos with additional graphics (borders, embellishments. He joined the Versatones, so named because of their versatility. The cause was multiple organ failure, said his son Eddie Jr., who took over the operation of his father's band, the Versatones, in 1997. Your Scrapbook is currently empty. But polka was growing. accordion. EDDIE BLAZONCZYK OBITUARY. Blazonczyk retired in 2001 after suffering a stroke, and his son took over his band, Eddie Blazonczyk and the Versatones. ''For a community where polka is an important part of their traditional heritage, he maintained it, promoted it, gave it a voice,'' Jim Bessman, a music journalist and longtime polka aficionado, said of Mr. Blazonczyk. His son said many friends have been sending him condolence messages since learning of his father's death. His parents operated music clubs in the city and he started playing in the 1950s with Happy Eddie and his Polka Jesters, performing at Polish festivities. [1], Before becoming a polka artist, and founding Chicago-based Bel-Aire Records in 1963, Eddie Blazonczyk recorded under the name Eddy Bell for Mercury Records, Versa Records, and Lucky Four Records, all three labels based in Chicago. CHICAGO (AP) - Grammy Award-winning polka great Eddie Blazonczyk, who began playing the lively music in the 1950s and went on to earn the nickname "Polka King" after starting his own band and label, has died. The group transformed into a nationally known act, performing at ballrooms, festivals and eventually proceeded to tour the globe. Share. 1 Polka Band. Blazonczyk was a member of the associations Polka Music Hall of Fame. He was 70. Edward Eddie A. Blazonczyk Sr. 12 July, 1941 - 21 May, 2012. With a musical landscape that stretches from Eddie Blazonczyk's Versatones to R. Kelly, one can only imagine the musical creativity that will burst forth if the Hawks continue their upward . 1994 With Lenny Gomulka Band to his passing in 2014. When I got back to Chicago, I saw the crowds coming out for Marion Lush and Li'l Wally, He won a Grammy in 1987 for his album Another Polka Celebration, tying that year with Jimmy Sturr, who has won the prize 18 times. He was 70. She and their son Eddie Jr. survive him, as do another son, Anthony; a daughter, Katherine; and three grandchildren. CHICAGO (AP) - Grammy Award-winning polka great Eddie Blazonczyk, who began playing the lively music in the 1950s and went on to earn . Try again later. Submit an Obit. In 1963 he started his label, Bel-Aire, and released the bands first album, Polka Parade; more than 60 albums followed. Failed to delete memorial. was a big force for what it means to be Polish in America.''. EDDIE BLAZONCZYK OBITUARY. There was an error deleting this problem. He was 70. Review. Rest in Peace my friend. CHICAGO (AP) - Grammy Award-winning polka great Eddie Blazonczyk, who began playing the lively music in the 1950s and went on to earn the nickname "Polka King" after starting his own band and label, has died. He was 70. By Ben Sisario. Please reset your password. Eddie Blazonczyk in 1986, the year before he won a Grammy. This recording is still occasionally heard around Halloween and is highly sought by record collectors. Those songs included The Masked Man (Hi Yo Silver) and The Great Great Pumpkin, about an alien squash who gives children advice after first asking them, in a thick Polish accent, What you want, sonny boy?. Leave a memory or share a photo or video below to show your support. EDWARD BLAZONCZYK OBITUARY. [3] He has been called "one of the most important figures in the creation of the contemporary Polish-American polka sound. '', The sound had traces of rock, left over from Mr. Blazonczyk's days in the early 1960s recording rockabilly under the name Eddy Bell, for Mercury and other labels. Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. ''He The band formed in 1962, after Blazonczyk's brief venture into pop music that landed him on Dick Clark's "American Bandstand," and toured the U.S., Canada and parts of Europe. Year should not be greater than current year. By clicking Sign up, you agree to our privacy policy. This is a carousel with slides. . To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. CARYN ROUSSEAU, The Associated Press. Jerry Tokarz, Ed Wolinski, Jim Sierzega, Eddie Blazonczyk, Rich Tokarz & Jerry Darlak - The Versatones On our Father's Day show we'll talk with musical fathers & sons: polka kings Eddie Blazonczyk Jr. & Sr., and blues greats Tabby Thomas & Chris Thomas King. The younger Blazonczyk described his father as a kind of music mogul, a founding member of the International Polka Association, a disc jockey and polka music promoter who ran a publishing company and music school. Are you sure that you want to delete this memorial? Your account has been locked for 30 minutes due to too many failed sign in attempts. I found on Findagrave.com. Obituary Read. Close this window, and upload the photo(s) again. Then, five years ago last month, Blazonczyk suffered a stroke that affected his left side. 2023 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC. Ridge Funeral Home. Live from Pulaski Polka Days - Pulaski, Wi 07/26/1985 - Published on Dec 3, 2006 by Rodgersins. Saying Goodbye; my tribute to Eddie Blazonczyk who passed away much too soon, on May 21, 2012. By the time Mr. Blazonczyk began his career, it was receding from the mainstream, but the music, and the social rituals surrounding They knew it was an evolution of the music.". For decades, his group was unchallenged as America's number 1 polka band by the International Polka Association and he was inducted into the Polka Music Hall of Fame. EDDIE BLAZONCZYK OBITUARY. In 1998, first lady Hillary Rodham Clinton presented Eddie Blazonczyk presented him with a National Endowment for the Arts 1998 National Heritage Fellowship award. Make sure that the file is a photo. He was 70. He was 70. It may take up to 1 hour for your comment to appear on the website, Edward A. Blazonczyk Sr., 70, beloved husband of Christine Tish nee Zielinski; loving father of Katherine, Edward Jr. (Cheryl) and Anthony (Rena); cherished grandfather of Cayle, Anya and Anthony Jr.; dearest brother of Louise (the late Alfred) Kurek; proud uncle of many nieces and nephews; special thanks to his caregiver Bronislawa Leciak. His parents operated music clubs in the city and he started playing in the 1950s with "Happy Eddie and his . Eddie Blazonczyk Sr. U.S., Newspapers.com Obituary Index, 1800s-current. This is a more complete version of the story than the one that appeared in print. I was fortunate enough to perform as a Versatone from 1987-1994, and in that time I spent over 1000 nights with Eddie onstage. 1992 Returned with Marion Lush. The sponsor of a memorial may add an additional. The Versatones played their last performance on New Year's Eve, 2011. CANDLE HAS BEEN LIT CANDLES HAVE BEEN LIT, We are reviewing your submission. For a time, Blazonczyk performed pop music with Mercury Records as "Eddie Bell and the Bel-Aires," when he appeared on "American Bandstand." Failed to remove flower. All photos appear on this tab and here you can update the sort order of photos on memorials you manage. Your entry has exceeded the maximum character limit. Obituary; Grief Recovery Center; Start a Family Tree Find a Funeral Home; Death of Eddie . Funeral Friday 9:30 a.m. from Modell Funeral Home, 12641 W. 143rd St. Homer Glen to Sts. If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. CHICAGO (AP) - Grammy Award-winning polka great Eddie Blazonczyk, who began playing the lively music in the 1950s and went on to earn the nickname "Polka King" after starting his own band and label, has died. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate, or jump to a slide with the slide dots. Some of his biggest hits include Angeline Be Mine Polka and Poor Boy Polka.. Yet Mr. Blazonczyk was also devoted to Polish musical customs. But by the early 1960s, he had begun to move away from rock. He was 70. Though his focus remained on the polka genre, Blazonczyk was a fan of rock, country, bluegrass and Cajun music and liked to incorporate those styles into his music when he felt it was appropriate. Oops, something didn't work. CHICAGO (AP) - Grammy Award-winning polka great Eddie Blazonczyk, who began playing the lively music in the 1950s and went on to earn the nickname "Polka King" after starting his own band and label, has died. Lenny LaCour, the owner of Lucky Four Records, encouraged Blazonczyk, at the age of 22, to specialize in polka music, rather than to continue as a rockabilly singer. Blkazonczyk won a Grammy in 1987 for Best Polka Recording for "Another Polka Celebration." I'll never forget you Eddie B. Condolences to the entire Blazonczyk Family, and a special thanks goes out to you for sharing him with us. Polka had a moment of broad popularity in the postwar years, when musicians like Frank Yankovic had million-selling hits. Blkazonczyk won a Grammy in 1987 for Best Polka Recording for "Another Polka Celebration." The band consisted of a fiddler and concertina[10] player, two trumpeter/clarinetists, a drummer and Blazonczyk himself on vocals and electric bass. Visitation will take place on Wednesday, May 23rd and Thursday, May 24th from 3-9pm Chicago Time . Please check your email and click on the link to activate your account. it, held a place in some Americans' ethnic identity. The band formed in 1962, after Blazonczyk's brief venture into pop music that landed him on Dick Clark's "American Bandstand," and toured the U.S., Canada and parts of Europe. They knew it wasn't 'She's Too Fat For Me' or 'Roll Out the Barrel.' During these years Richie Tokarz was the recipient of numerous awards for his talents as a musician and for his song writing ability. Mr. Blazonczyk was born on July 12, 1941, in Chicago. ''There was hardly any pay. Blazonczyk retired in 2001 after suffering a stroke, and his son took over his band, Eddie Blazonczyk and the Versatones. cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Search above to list available cemeteries. It's time for saying goodbye\". Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. EDDIE BLAZONCZYK OBITUARY. And in an instant, Blazonczyk's son, Eddie Blazonczyk Jr., found himself the new frontman of the . Review. Eddie Blazonczyk, a polka singer and bandleader who led bouncing, swaying, beer-hoisting dances for generations of Americans as one of that small genres biggest fish, died on Monday in Palos Heights, Ill. This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. Translation on Find a Grave is an ongoing project. Are you sure that you want to remove this flower? CHICAGO (AP) - Grammy Award-winning polka great Eddie Blazonczyk, who began playing the lively music in the 1950s and went on to earn the nickname "Polka King" after starting his own band and label, has died. They knew it was an evolution of the music.". An email has been sent to the person who requested the photo informing them that you have fulfilled their request, There is an open photo request for this memorial. You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. He joined the Versatones, so named because of their versatility. ----Kevin Adams - 05/23/2012 1 Polka Band. Mr. Blazonczyk was a member of the associations Polka Music Hall of Fame. [5], Eddie Blazonczyk was born in Chicago, Illinois to Polish immigrant parents[6] of Goral heritage. Blazonczyk played many instruments but preferred the bass, and he sang lyrics in both English and Polish. Blazonczyk retired in 2001 after suffering a stroke, and his son took over his band, Eddie Blazonczyk and the Versatones. "After hearing his style of the music they weren't afraid of polka anymore. Eddie Blazonczyk, 70, Polka Singer and Bandleader, Dies, https://www.nytimes.com/2012/05/25/arts/music/eddie-blazonczyk-70-polka-singer-and-bandleader-dies.html. Blazonczyk earned many accolades throughout his career. The cause was multiple organ failure, said his son Eddie Jr., who took over the operation of his fathers band, the Versatones, in 1997. Find an Obituary. Eddie Blazonczyk, Sr. (July 12, 1941 May 21, 2012) was a Grammy award-winning polka musician and founder of the band The Versatones. He started the record label in 1963. Eddie Blazonczyk Sr. 1941-2012. 1985 Member of Lenny Gomulka & Chicago Push. The band formed in 1962, after Blazonczyk's brief venture into pop music that landed him on Dick Clark's "American Bandstand," and toured the U.S., Canada and parts of Europe. Blazonczyk Sr. died of natural causes at age 70. He met his wife, the former Christine Zielinski, known as Tish, at a polka dance in 1962. "The Great Great Pumpkin", released on Lucky Four #1012, is probably the most noteworthy of these recordings. Please omit flowers. Blazonczyk Sr. died Monday morning of natural causes in Palos Community Hospital in Palos Heights, said his son. Mr. Blazonczyk retired in 2001 after suffering a stroke, and his son Eddie Blazonczyk Jr. took over his band, Eddie Blazonczyk and the Versatones. OBITUARY Edward Eddie A. Blazonczyk Sr. July 12, 1941 - May 21, 2012. In this Oct. 6, 1998 file photo, first lady Hillary Rodham Clinton shakes hands with Eddie Blazonczyk at the White House where she presented him with a National Endowment for the Arts 1998 National Heritage Fellowship award. In Memory of Edward Eddie A. Blazonczyk Sr. Sign up for service and obituary updates. With the Versatones, he received more than a dozen Grammy nominations and with his recording "Another Polka Celebration" (1986) won the Best Polka Grammy Award. He was 70. He met his wife, the former Christine Zielinski, known as Tish, at a polka dance in 1962. As a teenager, Mr. Blazonczyk played in rock 'n' roll bands and toured with Buddy Holly and Gene Vincent. EDDIE BLAZONCZYK OBITUARY. The Dignity Memorial brand name is used to identify a network of licensed funeral, cremation and cemetery providers that include affiliates of Service Corporation International, 1929 Allen Parkway, Houston, Texas. Be sure to visit Rogers you tube channel for more great videos Eddie Blazonczyk was born to Polish immigrant parents on July 12, 1941, in Chicago. He won a Grammy Award, kept a vigorous touring schedule and maintained a mini-empire of polka in Chicago, including a record label, a recording studio, a retail store and a music school. Let others know about your loved one's death. His son led . Share this memorial using social media sites or email. Are you sure that you want to report this flower to administrators as offensive or abusive? Are you sure that you want to delete this photo? Some of his biggest hits include Angeline Be Mine Polka and Poor Boy Polka.. Eddie Blazonczyk was born to Polish immigrant parents on July 12, 1941, in Chicago. This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. CHICAGO (AP) - Grammy Award-winning polka great Eddie Blazonczyk, who began playing the lively music in the 1950s and went on to earn the nickname "Polka King" after starting his own band and label, h Try again. His son said many friends have been sending him condolence messages since learning of his fathers death. The email does not appear to be a valid email address. Family members linked to this person will appear here. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. . There is a problem with your email/password. CHICAGO (AP) - Grammy Award-winning polka great Eddie Blazonczyk, who began playing the lively music in the 1950s and went on to earn the nickname "Polka King" after starting his own band and label, has died. He was 70. Continuing with this request will add an alert to the cemetery page and any new volunteers will have the opportunity to fulfill your request. Sign the Guest Book. Mr. Blazonczyk played many instruments but preferred the bass, and he sang lyrics in both English and Polish. He was very good at what he did, said Dave Ulczycki, president of the International Polka Association. "He was very good at what he did," said Dave Ulczycki, president of the International Polka Association. Edit a memorial you manage or suggest changes to the memorial manager. Blazonczyk played many instruments but preferred the bass, and he sang lyrics in both English and Polish. He was 70. I thought you might like to see a memorial for Eddie Blazonczyk Sr. ''It beat the hell out of you,'' Eddie Jr. remembers his father telling him. Within two years of that decision, Eddie Jr. said, his father was on tour nationally, playing polka music. He was named a National Endowment for the Arts National Heritage Fellow in 1998. For a communitywhere polka is an important part of their traditional heritage, he maintained it, promoted it, gave it a voice, Jim Bessman, a music journalist and longtime polka aficionado, said of Mr. Blazonczyk. Blazonczyk was born to Polish immigrant parents on July 12, 1941, in Chicago. When I got back to Chicago, I saw the crowds coming out for Marion Lush and Lil Wally, and I wanted to try my hand at that.. But he returned to polka in 1962, forming the Versatones and going on tour. The band formed in 1962, after Blazonczyk's brief venture into pop music that landed him on Dick Clark's "American Bandstand," and toured the U.S., Canada and parts of Europe. You need a Find a Grave account to continue. and maintained a mini-empire of polka in Chicago, including a record label, a recording studio, a retail store and a music school. Weve updated the security on the site. For them this is truly the day that the music died, Blazonczyk said. The International Polka Association said on its Web site that Eddie Blazonczyk and the Versatones was unchallenged in its height as Americas No. His parents operated music clubs in the city and he started playing in the 1950s with Happy Eddie and his Polka Jesters, performing at Polish festivities. Add to your scrapbook. Blazonczyk retired in 2001 after suffering a stroke, and his son took over his band, Eddie Blazonczyk and the Versatones. The association said on its website that Eddie Blazonczyk and the Versatones was "unchallenged in its height as America's No. Rest in Peace my friend. "He attracted so many people to the polka audience, whereas previously they were scared away by the word polka," Eddie Blazonczyk Jr. said. Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. Thanks for using Find a Grave, if you have any feedback we would love to hear from you. based on information from your browser. To use this feature, use a newer browser. CHICAGO (AP) - Grammy Award-winning polka great Eddie Blazonczyk, who began playing the lively music in the 1950s and went on to earn the nickname "Polka King" after starting his own band and label, has died. For a time, Mr. Blazonczyk performed pop music with Mercury Records and appeared on American Bandstand. But he returned to polka in 1962, forming the Versatones and going on tour. We might permanently block any user who abuses these conditions. Dubbed the "Polka King", he was noted for revolutionizing the traditional polka style by infusing it with rock, Cajun, zydeco and country into his own polka music. CHICAGO (AP) Grammy Award-winning polka great Eddie Blazonczyk, who began playing the lively music in the 1950s and went on to earn the nickname "Polka King" after starting his own band and . 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