I thought you might like to see a memorial for Eddie Blazonczyk Sr. Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. His son said many friends have been sending him condolence messages since learning of his fathers death. Help tell the story of your loved ones unique life. By clicking Sign up, you agree to our privacy policy. With a warm tenor and a heavy hand on his electric bass, Mr. Blazonczyk (pronounced bluh-ZON-check) created Chicago push, a subgenre of the Polish polka style characterized by its rhythmic drive and the loud ''bellows shake'' of the The Versatones played their last performance on New Year's Eve, 2011. He was named a National Endowment for the Arts National Heritage Fellow in 1998. 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. "He was very good at what he did," said Dave Ulczycki, president of the International Polka Association. His parents operated music clubs in the city and he started playing in the 1950s with "Happy Eddie and his Polka . Some of his biggest hits include Angeline Be Mine Polka and Poor Boy Polka.. Blazonczyk played many instruments but preferred the bass, and he sang lyrics in both English and Polish. Your account has been locked for 30 minutes due to too many failed sign in attempts. It's time for saying goodbye\". We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. Blazonczyk earned many accolades throughout his career. He was a recipient of the 1998 National Heritage Fellowship awarded by the National Endowment for the Arts, which is the highest honor in the folk and traditional arts in the United States. 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. 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. Edit a memorial you manage or suggest changes to the memorial manager. But by the early 1960s, he had begun to move away from rock. With over 1,900 locations, Dignity Memorial providers proudly serve over 375,000 families a year. "After hearing his style of the music they weren't afraid of polka anymore. Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. 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. CARYN ROUSSEAU, The Associated Press. Translation on Find a Grave is an ongoing project. Created with sketchtool. Palos Heights, Cook County, Illinois, USA. Let others know about your loved one's death. This recording is still occasionally heard around Halloween and is highly sought by record collectors. Visitation Wednesday and Thursday 3 to 9 p.m. (708) 301-3595 or www.modellfh.com. Among his signature songs were ''Angeline Be Mine Polka'' and ''Polka Hero. He was 70. 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. '', 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. He was 70. 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. 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. 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 fish, died on Monday in Palos Heights, Ill. For a time, Blazonczyk performed pop music with Mercury Records as "Eddie Bell and the Bel-Aires," when he appeared on "American Bandstand." Those songs included ''The Masked Man (Hi Yo Silver)'' and ''The 1994 With Lenny Gomulka Band to his passing in 2014. He was 70. His parents operated music clubs in the city and he started playing in the 1950s with "Happy Eddie and his . Blazonczyk was known as the "Polka King" and started his own polka music label in the 1960s. As a subscriber, you have 10 gift articles to give each month. Remove advertising from a memorial by sponsoring it for just $5. Share. Polka had a moment of broad popularity in the postwar years, when musicians like Frank Yankovic had million-selling hits. 1992 Returned with Marion Lush. He was 70. I found on Findagrave.com. But by the early 1960s, he had begun to move away from rock. Are you sure that you want to delete this photo? He joined the Versatones, so named because of their versatility. He was also named a National Heritage Fellow by the National Endowment for the Arts in 1998. He was the top guy.". After hearing his style of the music they werent afraid of polka anymore. They knew it wasn't 'She's Too Fat For Me' or 'Roll Out the Barrel.' ). "[9], The Versatones played a mix of both traditional and original tunes, with Blazonczyk singing in both Polish and English. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. 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. Thanks for using Find a Grave, if you have any feedback we would love to hear from you. 1 Polka Band. Blazonczyk was a member of the associations Polka Music Hall of Fame. CHICAGO (AP) - Grammy Award-winning polka great Eddie Blazonczyk, who began playing the lively music in the 1950s and went on to earn . He retired after having a stroke in late 2001, and his son led the Versatones until disbanding it last year. 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 But he returned to polka in 1962, forming the Versatones and going on tour. The association said on its website that Eddie Blazonczyk and the Versatones was unchallenged in its height as Americas No. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Created with sketchtool. 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. With over 1,900 locations, Dignity Memorial providers proudly serve over 400,000 families a year. He joined the Versatones, so named because of their versatility. IN THE CARE OF. Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. Find an Obituary. Mr. Blazonczyk was born on July 12, 1941, in Chicago. Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. For them this is truly the day that the music died, Blazonczyk said. and I wanted to try my hand at that.''. 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. EDDIE BLAZONCZYK OBITUARY. or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. He was 70. The band formed in 1962, after Blazonczyks brief venture into pop music that landed him on Dick Clarks American Bandstand, and toured the U.S., Canada and parts of Europe. Learn more about merges. cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Search above to list available cemeteries. Yet Mr. Blazonczyk was also devoted to Polish musical customs. Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. He was 70. Resend Activation Email. Are you sure that you want to remove this flower? He was very good at what he did, said Dave Ulczycki, president of the International Polka Association. 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. Please reset your password. When I got back to Chicago, I saw the crowds coming out for Marion Lush and Li'l Wally, The band formed in 1962 and toured North America and Europe. 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. EDDIE BLAZONCZYK OBITUARY. 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?. In Memory of Edward Eddie A. Blazonczyk Sr. Sign up for service and obituary updates. "[4] He released more than 60 albums. He won a Grammy Award, kept a vigorous touring schedule A cause of death was not revealed. It beat the hell out of you, Eddie Jr. remembers his father telling him. The Versatones, which picked up a Grammy in 1987, played their last show on Dec. 31, 2011. He was 70. He was inducted into the International Polka Hall of Fame in 1970,[2] and was a 1998 National Heritage Fellowship recipient. 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 . Try again later. Eddie Blazonczyk was born to Polish immigrant parents on July 12, 1941, in Chicago. You can always change this later in your Account settings. The band consisted of a fiddler and concertina[10] player, two trumpeter/clarinetists, a drummer and Blazonczyk himself on vocals and electric bass. Anyone can read what you share. This account has been disabled. 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. Many of his dozens of albums feature him singing in English on one side and perfectly enunciated Polish on the other. Your entry has exceeded the maximum character limit. Blazonczyk's record label, Bel-Aire Recordings, says Blazonczyk died Monday, May 21, 2012, of natural causes at a hospital Palos Heights, Ill. NOTE: Special thanks to the Blazonczyk Family, and Polka fans everywhere for sharing your photos! If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. I cannot thank him enough for all th. The sponsor of a memorial may add an additional. 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. . Blazonczyk was born to Polish immigrant parents on July 12, 1941, in Chicago. Failed to delete memorial. Eddie Blazonczyk in 1986, the year before he won a Grammy. Yet Mr. Blazonczyk was also devoted to Polish musical customs. 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. 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. Within two years of that decision, Eddie Jr. said, his father was on tour nationally, playing polka music. If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. Eddie Blazonczyk was born to Polish immigrant parents on July 12, 1941, in Chicago. [5], Blazonczyk was nominated for 11 Grammy Awards,[12] and his album Another Polka Celebration won the 1986 Grammy for Best Polka Recording. Cyril & Methodius Church, Lemont, Mass 11 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. [3], "Eddie Blazonczyk, 70, Polka Singer and Bandleader, Dies", Chicagoan Eddie Blazonczyk Sr. spread polka around the globe, Legendary Chicago-based polka band comes to an end, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Eddie_Blazonczyk&oldid=1068135265, This page was last edited on 26 January 2022, at 20:33. Blkazonczyk won a Grammy in 1987 for Best Polka Recording for "Another Polka Celebration." CANDLE HAS BEEN LIT CANDLES HAVE BEEN LIT, We are reviewing your submission. Review. 2023 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC. They knew it was an evolution of the music.". ----Kevin Adams - 05/23/2012 He was 70. Eddie Blazonczyk was born on July 12, 1941, in Chicago, the son of immigrants from the rural Tatras Mountains region of southern Poland. CANDLE HAS BEEN LIT CANDLES HAVE BEEN LIT, We are reviewing your submission. 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 . As a teenager, Mr. Blazonczyk played in rock n roll bands and toured with Buddy Holly and Gene Vincent. 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. (PHOTOGRAPH BY ASSOCIATED PRESS). He was 70. 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. He was 70. Obituary Read. 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They knew it was an evolution of the music.". This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. (The polka category was eliminated in 2009.). Jerry Tokarz, Ed Wolinski, Jim Sierzega, Eddie Blazonczyk, Rich Tokarz & Jerry Darlak - The Versatones Grief Support. He was 70. Funeral Friday 9:30 a.m. from Modell Funeral Home, 12641 W. 143rd St. Homer Glen to Sts. This site is provided as a service of SCI Shared Resources, LLC. But polka was growing. (Khue Bui/AP). Try again later. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. He started the record label in 1963. Try again. At that time, he turned over responsibility for his band, The Versatones, to his son, Eddie Blazonczyk Jr. Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. Live from Pulaski Polka Days - Pulaski, Wi 07/26/1985 - Published on Dec 3, 2006 by Rodgersins. They knew it wasn't 'She's Too Fat For Me' or 'Roll Out the Barrel.' Mr. Blazonczyk retired in 2001 after suffering a stroke, and his son Eddie Blazonczyk Jr. took over his band, Eddie Blazonczyk and the Versatones. The group transformed into a nationally known act, performing at ballrooms, festivals and eventually proceeded to tour the globe. Keep supporting great journalism by turning off your ad blocker. We invite you to use our commenting platform to engage in insightful conversations about issues in our community. Please omit flowers. By Ben Sisario. EDDIE BLAZONCZYK OBITUARY. Blazonczyk played many instruments but preferred the bass, and he sang lyrics in both English and Polish. Created with sketchtool. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. Obituaries Section Created with sketchtool. Blazonczyk retired in 2001 after suffering a stroke, and his son took over his band, Eddie Blazonczyk and the Versatones. There was a problem getting your location. But he returned to polka in 1962, forming the Versatones and going on tour. 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. Or purchase a subscription for unlimited access to real news you can count on. "After hearing his style of the music they weren't afraid of polka anymore. Are you sure that you want to report this flower to administrators as offensive or abusive? Blazonczyk has said, "I took his advice, and never regretted it. 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. This browser does not support getting your location. Be sure to visit Rogers you tube channel for more great videos 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. Listen to Hour 1; Listen to Hour 2; View Show Playlist 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. accordion. His son led . 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. Within two years of that decision, Eddie Jr. said, his father was on tour nationally, playing polka music. Leave a memory or share a photo or video below to show your support. The Versatones, which picked up a Grammy in 1987, played its last show on Dec. 31, 2011. After suffering a stroke in 2001, he retired and his son Eddie Blazonczyk Jr. led the band for another full a decade. There was hardly any pay. OBITUARY Edward Eddie A. Blazonczyk Sr. July 12, 1941 - May 21, 2012. English He was 70. [3] He has been called "one of the most important figures in the creation of the contemporary Polish-American polka sound. 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. May 24, 2012. He was 70. Drag images here or select from your computer for Eddie Blazonczyk Sr. memorial. Send a note, share a story or upload a photo. [7] The records he made for these labels were rockabilly sides, and novelty songs. Send flowers or a gift to a service or family's home. . Visitation will take place on Wednesday, May 23rd and Thursday, May 24th from 3-9pm Chicago Time . Eddie Blazonczyk Sr. 1950 United States Federal Census. A news release says Blazonczyk died Monday. Blazonczyk was born to Polish immigrant parents on July 12, 1941, in Chicago. 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. I had what I refer to as \"the best seat in the house\"! 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. EDWARD BLAZONCZYK OBITUARY. 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 . This site is provided as a service of SCI Shared Resources, LLC. In Memory Of Edward Eddie A. Blazonczyk Sr. Sign up for service and obituary updates. The horn riffs in and out and around in intricate patterns that . 2023 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. In 1963 he 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. cemeteries found within kilometers of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Try again later. 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 won a Grammy in 1987 for his album ''Another Polka Celebration,'' tying that year with was a big force for what it means to be Polish in America.''. In 1963 he started his label, Bel-Aire, and released the bands first album, Polka Parade; more than 60 albums followed. Blazonczyk was a member of the association's Polka Music Hall of Fame. Cyril & Methodius Church, Lemont, Mass 11 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Blazonczyk Sr. died Monday morning of natural causes in Palos Community Hospital in Palos Heights, said his son. 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. The email does not appear to be a valid email address. Blazonczyk was born to Polish immigrant parents on July 12, 1941, in Chicago. 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. 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. 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. There was an error deleting this problem. 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. He was 70. Saying Goodbye; my tribute to Eddie Blazonczyk who passed away much too soon, on May 21, 2012. Sign the Guest Book. 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. Make sure that the file is a photo. Eddie Blazonczyk. Blazonczyk was known as the "Polka . All photos appear on this tab and here you can update the sort order of photos on memorials you manage. The Versatones, which picked up a Grammy in 1987, played their last show on Dec. 31, 2011. Share. 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. He was 70. PHOTO: Eddie Blazonczyk in 1986, the year before he won a Grammy. All rights reserved. I was fortunate enough to perform as a Versatone from 1987-1994, and in that time I spent over 1000 nights with Eddie onstage. Oops, we were unable to send the email. Mr. Blazonczyk was born on July 12, 1941, in Chicago. Considered the king of Chicago-style polka music, Blazonczyk founded the Versatones in 1963, pioneering a brand of polka that mixed in elements of rock, Tex-Mex and other genres. He was 70. Ridge Funeral Home. Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Eddie Blazonczyk (90601289)? Share this memorial using social media sites or email. Please check your email and click on the link to activate your account. Resurrection Catholic Cemetery and Mausoleums, https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/90601289/eddie-blazonczyk. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate, or jump to a slide with the slide dots. There is 1 volunteer for this cemetery. 1990 Returned with Eddie Blazonczyk. He was a big force for what it means to be Polish in America.. There is a problem with your email/password. Tyler Morning Telegraph. Many of his dozens of albums feature him singing in English on one side and perfectly enunciated Polish on the other. Sorry! 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