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. <p> A cause of death was not revealed. 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. Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. (PHOTOGRAPH BY ASSOCIATED PRESS). In an interview on Tuesday, Eddie Blazonczyk Jr. said he once asked his father why he gave up playing rock n roll and turned to polka. His record label, Bel-Aire Recordings, and his son, Eddie Blazonczyk Jr., said yesterday that Blazonczyk died of natural causes Monday at a hospital in the Chicago suburb of Palos Heights. Family members linked to this person will appear here. Blazonczyk Sr. was 70 and had retired after suffering a stroke in 2001. memorial page for Eddie Blazonczyk Sr. (12 Jul 1941-21 May 2012), Find a Grave Memorial ID 90601289, citing Resurrection Catholic Cemetery and Mausoleums, . For a time, Blazonczyk performed pop music with Mercury Records as "Eddie Bell and the Bel-Aires," when he appeared on "American Bandstand." CHICAGO (AP) - Grammy Award-winning polka great Eddie Blazonczyk, who began playing the lively music in the 1950s and went on to earn . This browser does not support getting your location. He was 70. based on information from your browser. This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. Share. Polka had a moment of broad popularity in the postwar years, when musicians like Frank Yankovic had million-selling hits. The association said on its website that Eddie Blazonczyk and the Versatones was unchallenged in its height as Americas No. 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 . Blazonczyk was born to Polish immigrant parents on July 12, 1941, in Chicago. His son led . Mr. Blazonczyk was born on July 12, 1941, in Chicago. Quickly see who the memorial is for and when they lived and died and where they are buried. I cannot thank him enough for all th. The International Polka Association said on its Web site that Eddie Blazonczyk and the Versatones was unchallenged in its height as Americas No. Or purchase a subscription for unlimited access to real news you can count on. A news release says Blazonczyk died Monday. The group transformed into a nationally known act, performing at ballrooms, festivals and eventually proceeded to tour the globe. The email does not appear to be a valid email address. Eddie Blazonczyk was born to Polish immigrant parents on July 12, 1941, in Chicago. Your Scrapbook is currently empty. With over 1,900 locations, Dignity Memorial providers proudly serve over 375,000 families a year. NOTE: Special thanks to the Blazonczyk Family, and Polka fans everywhere for sharing your photos! 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. Learn more about managing a memorial . ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. ''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. Tyler Morning Telegraph. Send flowers or a gift to a service or family's home. BRIDGEVIEW, Ill. (CBS) -- Eddie Blazonczyk, the man known as Chicago's polka king, has died at the age of 70. They knew it was an evolution of the music.". The Versatones played their last performance on New Year's Eve, 2011. He started the record label in 1963. This flower has been reported and will not be visible while under review. He was also named a National Heritage Fellow by the National Endowment for the Arts in 1998. You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. . Many of his dozens of albums feature him singing in English on one side and perfectly enunciated Polish on the other. 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. Mr. Blazonczyk played many instruments but preferred the bass, and he sang lyrics in both English and Polish. 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?''. Try again later. His label, Bel-Aire Recordings, confirmed the death but did not disclose the cause. Blazonczyk earned many accolades throughout his career. 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. We have set your language to He was named a National Endowment for the Arts National Heritage Fellow in 1998. Polka had a moment of broad popularity in the postwar years, when musicians like Frank Yankovic had million-selling hits. Leave a memory or share a photo or video below to show your support. 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. Among his signature songs were Angeline Be Mine Polka and Polka Hero., The sound had traces of rock, left over from Mr. Blazonczyks days in the early 1960s recording rockabilly under the name Eddy Bell, for Mercury and other labels. They knew it wasn't 'She's Too Fat For Me' or 'Roll Out the Barrel.' 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. 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. This account has been disabled. [5], Eddie Blazonczyk was born in Chicago, Illinois to Polish immigrant parents[6] of Goral heritage. [7] The records he made for these labels were rockabilly sides, and novelty songs. Blazonczyk was known as the "Polka . He joined the Versatones, so named because of their versatility. He was 70. "[9], The Versatones played a mix of both traditional and original tunes, with Blazonczyk singing in both Polish and English. His parents operated music clubs in the city and he started playing in the 1950s with "Happy Eddie and his . Blazonczyk was born to Polish immigrant parents on July 12, 1941, in Chicago. Help tell the story of your loved ones unique life. He was the top guy.". You have chosen this person to be their own family member. For a time, Blazonczyk performed pop music with Mercury Records as "Eddie Bell and the Bel-Aires," when he appeared on "American Bandstand." It's time for saying goodbye\". He was 70. He was named a National Endowment for the Arts National Heritage Fellow in 1998. Eddie Blazonczyk Sr. 1941-2012. cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. "He attracted so many people to the polka audience, whereas previously they were scared away by the word polka," Eddie Blazonczyk Jr. said. There are no volunteers for this cemetery. In an interview on Tuesday, Eddie Blazonczyk Jr. said he once asked his father why he gave up playing rock 'n' roll and turned to polka. 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. 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. 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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. In 1963 he started his label, Bel-Aire, and released the bands first album, Polka Parade; more than 60 albums followed. Blazonczyk retired in 2001 after suffering a stroke, and his son took over his band, Eddie Blazonczyk and the Versatones. EDDIE BLAZONCZYK OBITUARY. Yet Mr. Blazonczyk was also devoted to Polish musical customs. Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. From breaking news to special features and documentaries, the NewsdayTV team is covering the issues that matter to you. He met his wife, the former Christine Zielinski, known as Tish, at a polka dance in 1962. To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. CHICAGO -- 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. Continuing with this request will add an alert to the cemetery page and any new volunteers will have the opportunity to fulfill your request. 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 . started his label, Bel-Aire, and released the band's first album, ''Polka Parade''; more than 60 albums followed. ''He Blazonczyk retired in 2001 after suffering a stroke, and his son took over his band, Eddie Blazonczyk and the Versatones. Eddie Blazonczyk was born to Polish immigrant parents on July 12, 1941, in Chicago. He retired in 2001 after suffering health problems. IN THE CARE OF. He retired after having a stroke in late 2001, and his son led the Versatones until disbanding it last year. In Memory Of Edward Eddie A. Blazonczyk Sr. Sign up for service and obituary updates. Visitation Wednesday and Thursday 3 to 9 p.m. (708) 301-3595 or www.modellfh.com. It is with gread sadness to announce that Eddie Blazonczyk Sr. passed away on Monday, May 21st at around 6am Eastern Time (5am Chicago Time). There is a problem with your email/password. Jimmy Sturr, who has won the prize 18 times. But he returned to polka in 1962, forming the Versatones and going on tour. You may not upload any more photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 20 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 5 photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 30 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 15 photos to this memorial. Thats why he was called the Polka King. He was the top guy.. This recording is still occasionally heard around Halloween and is highly sought by record collectors. 1994 With Lenny Gomulka Band to his passing in 2014. Eddie Blazonczyk in 1986, the year before he won a Grammy. Thanks for your help! Those songs included ''The Masked Man (Hi Yo Silver)'' and ''The 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. And in an instant, Blazonczyk's son, Eddie Blazonczyk Jr., found himself the new frontman of the . Make sure that the file is a photo. 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. 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. EDDIE BLAZONCZYK OBITUARY. You can customize the cemeteries you volunteer for by selecting or deselecting below. 2023 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC. Funeral Friday 9:30 a.m. from Modell Funeral Home, 12641 W. 143rd St. Homer Glen to Sts. accordion. All photos appear on this tab and here you can update the sort order of photos on memorials you manage. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. He was 70. Edit a memorial you manage or suggest changes to the memorial manager. The horn riffs in and out and around in intricate patterns that . Ridge Funeral Home. Saying Goodbye; my tribute to Eddie Blazonczyk who passed away much too soon, on May 21, 2012. Remove advertising from a memorial by sponsoring it for just $5. Failed to remove flower. He met his wife, the former Christine Zielinski, known as Tish, at a polka dance in 1962. Oops, something didn't work. Obituary; Grief Recovery Center; Start a Family Tree Find a Funeral Home; Death of Eddie . Add to your scrapbook. There was a problem getting your location. Some of his biggest hits include Angeline Be Mine Polka and Poor Boy Polka.. "He was very good at what he did," said Dave Ulczycki, president of the International Polka Association. 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. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. "He attracted so many people to the polka audience, whereas previously they were scared away by the word polka," Eddie Blazonczyk Jr. said. Obituaries Section Created with sketchtool. But polka was growing. He was 70. GREAT NEWS! 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. 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. Sign the Guest Book. When I got back to Chicago, I saw the crowds coming out for Marion Lush and Li'l Wally, Within two years of that decision, Eddie Jr. said, his father was on tour nationally, playing polka music. Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. cemeteries found in Justice, Cook County, Illinois, USA will be saved to your photo volunteer list. 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. Please omit flowers. But polka was growing. He was 70. I found on Findagrave.com. Please reset your password. Visit Homepage. ----Kevin Adams - 05/23/2012 For a time, Blazonczyk performed pop music with Mercury Records as Eddie Bell and the Bel-Aires, when he appeared on American Bandstand. But he returned to polka in 1962, forming the Versatones and going on tour. In the world of polka invisible to many Americans but a steady cultural presence in parts of the Midwest and elsewhere Mr. Blazonczyk was one of the few figures to find a national audience. Your account has been locked for 30 minutes due to too many failed sign in attempts. She and their son Eddie Jr. survive him, as do another son, Anthony; a daughter, Katherine; and three grandchildren. Try again later. Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. "After hearing his style of the music they weren't afraid of polka anymore. Review. ''There was hardly any pay. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate, or jump to a slide with the slide dots. [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. He was 70. Blazonczyk Sr. died Monday morning of natural causes in Palos Community Hospital in Palos Heights, said his son. Send flowers or a gift to a service or family's home. 1990 Returned with Eddie Blazonczyk. His parents operated music clubs in the city and he started playing in the 1950s with "Happy Eddie and his Polka . Be sure to visit Rogers you tube channel for more great videos Blazonczyk earned many accolades throughout his career. This site is provided as a service of SCI Shared Resources, LLC. He was 70. Blazonczyk retired in 2001 after suffering a stroke, and his son took over his band, Eddie Blazonczyk and the Versatones. CANDLE HAS BEEN LIT CANDLES HAVE BEEN LIT, We are reviewing your submission. "The Great Great Pumpkin", released on Lucky Four #1012, is probably the most noteworthy of these recordings. All rights reserved. Visitation Wednesday and Thursday 3 to 9 p.m. (708) 301-3595 or www.modellfh.com. He was 70. 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. 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. There was hardly any pay. Oops, we were unable to send the email. it, held a place in some Americans' ethnic identity. Within two years of that decision, Eddie Jr. said, his father was on tour nationally, playing polka music. He was born in Chicago to Polish immigrant . In 1998, he received one the country's most prestigious cultural honors, a National Endowment for the Arts Heritage Fellowship, presented by then First Lady Hillary Rodham Clinton at the White House. Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. They knew it wasn't 'She's Too Fat For Me' or 'Roll Out the Barrel.' Some of his biggest hits include "Angeline Be Mine Polka" and "Poor Boy Polka.". You need a Find a Grave account to continue. Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. (The polka category was eliminated in 2009.). Then, five years ago last month, Blazonczyk suffered a stroke that affected his left side. Live from Pulaski Polka Days - Pulaski, Wi 07/26/1985 - Published on Dec 3, 2006 by Rodgersins. Eddie Blazonczyk is the King of Polish Polka. I cannot thank him enough for all the good times, the experience, and most of all the friendship that continued after we left the stage. Obituary Read. Blazonczyk has said, "I took his advice, and never regretted it. Try again later. Eddie Blazonczyk, a polka singer and bandleader who led bouncing, swaying, beer-hoisting dances for generations of Americans as one of that small genre's biggest . They knew it was an evolution of the 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 label, has died. There was an error deleting this problem. A system error has occurred. As a teenager, Mr. Blazonczyk played in rock n roll bands and toured with Buddy Holly and Gene Vincent. Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. For them this is truly the day that the music died, Blazonczyk said. He was inducted into the International Polka Hall of Fame in 1970, and was a 1998 National Heritage Fellowship recipient. 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. Send a note, share a story or upload a photo. In 1998, first lady Hillary Rodham Clinton presented Eddie Blazonczyk presented him with a National Endowment for the Arts 1998 National Heritage Fellowship award. Blazonczyk, Sr., Edward A. May 24, 2012. Failed to delete memorial. EDDIE BLAZONCZYK OBITUARY. He was a big force for what it means to be Polish in America.. Sympathy Ideas. 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. Listen to Hour 1; Listen to Hour 2; View Show Playlist To view a photo in more detail or edit captions for photos you added, click the photo to open the photo viewer. 1 Polka Band. Blazonczyk was a member of the associations Polka Music Hall of Fame. Grief Support. Blazonczyk was known as the "Polka King" and started his own polka music label in the 1960s. Keep supporting great journalism by turning off your ad blocker. Privacy Policy |Terms of service |Subscription terms |Your ad choices |Cookie Settings |California Privacy Rights |About Us |Contact Newsday |Reprints & permissions |Advertise with Newsday |Help. Jerry Tokarz, Ed Wolinski, Jim Sierzega, Eddie Blazonczyk, Rich Tokarz & Jerry Darlak - The Versatones Your entry has exceeded the maximum character limit. 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 . Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. He has been called "one of the most important figures in the creation of the contemporary Polish-American polka sound." 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's record label, Bel-Aire Recordings, says Blazonczyk died Monday, May 21, 2012, of natural causes at a hospital Palos Heights, Ill. I was fortunate enough to perform as a Versatone from 1987-1994, and in that time I spent over 1000 nights with Eddie onstage. 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. ). Many of his dozens of albums feature him singing in English on one side and perfectly enunciated Polish on the other. 2023 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC. Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. 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