PHOTO: Eddie Blazonczyk in 1986, the year before he won a Grammy. Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. Try again later. Add to your scrapbook. I had what I refer to as \"the best seat in the house\"! Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. The cause was multiple organ failure, said his son Eddie Jr., who took over the operation of his fathers band, the Versatones, in 1997. The Versatones played their last performance on New Year's Eve, 2011. But polka was growing. She and their son Eddie Jr. survive him, as do another son, Anthony; a daughter, Katherine; and three grandchildren. 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. "He attracted so many people to the polka audience, whereas previously they were scared away by the word polka," Eddie Blazonczyk Jr. said. In Memory of Edward Eddie A. Blazonczyk Sr. Sign up for service and obituary updates. He met his wife, the former Christine Zielinski, known as Tish, at a polka dance in 1962. Tyler Morning Telegraph. was born to Polish immigrant parents on July 12, 1941, in Chicago, Mr. Blazonczyk was named a National Endowment for the Arts National Heritage Fellow in 1998, Mr. Blazonczyk was a member of the associations Polka Music Hall of Fame. Polka had a moment of broad popularity in the postwar years, when musicians like Frank Yankovic had million-selling hits. He died of complications from a stroke two months shy of his 71st birthday. Before becoming a polka artist he was a rock-a-billy instrumentalist who preferred to play bass and sing, recording for Mecury Records as Eddie Bell and the Bel-Aires in the 1950s. He was 70. Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. Blazonczyk Sr. died Monday morning of natural causes in Palos Community Hospital in Palos Heights, said his son. He started the record label in 1963. EDWARD BLAZONCZYK OBITUARY. IN THE CARE OF. Eddie Blazonczyk. He was 70. To view a photo in more detail or edit captions for photos you added, click the photo to open the photo viewer. EDDIE BLAZONCZYK OBITUARY. But he returned to polka in 1962, forming the Versatones and going on tour. Grief Support. Rest in Peace my friend. 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. EDDIE BLAZONCZYK OBITUARY. This is a carousel with slides. They knew it wasn't 'She's Too Fat For Me' or 'Roll Out the Barrel.' He was 70. Created with sketchtool. Also music for daddy-o's by Horace Silver, Johnny Cash, Lightnin' Hopkins, Gene Austin, and Regina Carter. Find an Obituary. Blazonczyk was a member of the association's Polka Music Hall of Fame. 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. Blazonczyk retired in 2001 after suffering a stroke, and his son took over his band, Eddie Blazonczyk and the Versatones. For a time, Blazonczyk performed pop music with Mercury Records as "Eddie Bell and the Bel-Aires," when he appeared on "American Bandstand." 1990 Returned with Eddie Blazonczyk. Include gps location with grave photos where possible. This site is provided as a service of SCI Shared Resources, LLC. Send flowers or a gift to a service or family's home. As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. 2023 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC. 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. Please enter your email address and we will send you an email with a reset password code. 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. 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. 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. Eddie Blazonczyk was born on July 12, 1941, in Chicago, the son of immigrants from the rural Tatras Mountains region of southern Poland. Visitation Wednesday and Thursday 3 to 9 p.m. (708) 301-3595 or www.modellfh.com. 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 . We have set your language to Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Eddie Blazonczyk (90601289)? 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 . He was 70. His label, Bel-Aire Recordings, confirmed the death but did not disclose the cause. This is a more complete version of the story than the one that appeared in print. I cannot thank him enough for all th. Among his signature songs were ''Angeline Be Mine Polka'' and ''Polka Hero. Send a note, share a story or upload a photo. 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. As a subscriber, you have 10 gift articles to give each month. Let others know about your loved one's death. Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. Failed to delete memorial. Make sure that the file is a photo. Within two years of that decision, Eddie Jr. said, his father was on tour nationally, playing polka music. 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 accordion. EDDIE BLAZONCZYK OBITUARY. [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. His son led . The band consisted of a fiddler and concertina[10] player, two trumpeter/clarinetists, a drummer and Blazonczyk himself on vocals and electric bass. "That's why he was called the 'Polka King.' [1], Blazonczyk retired from performing in 2002. The horn riffs in and out and around in intricate patterns that . She and their son Eddie Jr. survive him, as do another son, Anthony; a daughter, Katherine; and three grandchildren. This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. Visit Homepage. Many of his dozens of albums feature him singing in English on one side and perfectly enunciated Polish on the other. ''There was hardly any pay. Blazonczyk played many instruments but preferred the bass, and he sang lyrics in both English and Polish. His music rocks, it rolls, it hops, it pushes. Blazonczyk's record label, Bel-Aire Recordings, says Blazonczyk died Monday, May 21, 2012, of natural causes at a hospital Palos Heights, Ill. Leave a memory or share a photo or video below to show your support. As a teenager, Mr. Blazonczyk played in rock 'n' roll bands and toured with Buddy Holly and Gene Vincent. 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. Photos larger than 8Mb will be reduced. Your account has been locked for 30 minutes due to too many failed sign in attempts. ----Kevin Adams - 05/23/2012 Oops, some error occurred while uploading your photo(s). 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. After suffering a stroke in 2001, he retired and his son Eddie Blazonczyk Jr. led the band for another full a decade. Are you sure that you want to delete this memorial? He was inducted into the International Polka Hall of Fame in 1970,[2] and was a 1998 National Heritage Fellowship recipient. Leave a memory or share a photo or video below to show your support. You need a Find a Grave account to continue. Funeral Friday 9:30 a.m. from Modell Funeral Home, 12641 W. 143rd St. Homer Glen to Sts. Saying Goodbye; my tribute to Eddie Blazonczyk who passed away much too soon, on May 21, 2012. Jimmy Sturr, who has won the prize 18 times. There was a problem getting your location. By Ben Sisario. [11], Blazonczyk died of multiple organ dysfunction syndrome on May 21, 2012. There are no volunteers for this cemetery. Oops, we were unable to send the email. He joined the Versatones, so named because of their versatility. Blazonczyk's record label, Bel-Aire Recordings, says Blazonczyk died Monday, May 21, 2012, of natural causes at a hospital Palos Heights, Ill. And in an instant, Blazonczyk's son, Eddie Blazonczyk Jr., found himself the new frontman of the . Failed to remove flower. [3] He has been called "one of the most important figures in the creation of the contemporary Polish-American polka sound. 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. 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 . 1985 Member of Lenny Gomulka & Chicago Push. Blazonczyk was born to Polish immigrant parents on July 12, 1941, in Chicago. 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. [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. He was 70. Jerry Tokarz, Ed Wolinski, Jim Sierzega, Eddie Blazonczyk, Rich Tokarz & Jerry Darlak - The Versatones May 24, 2012. You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. Blazonczyk retired in 2001 after suffering a stroke, and his son took over his band, Eddie Blazonczyk and the Versatones. I found on Findagrave.com. A system error has occurred. 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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. 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. ''He Share. If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. Blkazonczyk won a Grammy in 1987 for Best Polka Recording for "Another Polka Celebration." Search by Name. Blazonczyk was born to Polish immigrant parents on July 12, 1941, in Chicago. Obituary; Grief Recovery Center; Start a Family Tree Find a Funeral Home; Death of Eddie . To use this feature, use a newer browser. No animated GIFs, photos with additional graphics (borders, embellishments. Some of his biggest hits include "Angeline Be Mine Polka" and "Poor Boy Polka.". In 1963 he started his label, Bel-Aire, and released the bands first album, Polka Parade; more than 60 albums followed. EDDIE BLAZONCZYK OBITUARY. By the time Mr. Blazonczyk began his career, it was receding from the mainstream, but the music, and the social rituals surrounding . Musician. 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). The association said on its website that Eddie Blazonczyk and the Versatones was "unchallenged in its height as America's No. He was 70. Visitation Wednesday and Thursday 3 to 9 p.m. (708) 301-3595 or www.modellfh.com. ). He won a Grammy Award, kept a vigorous touring schedule CHICAGO (AP) - Grammy Award-winning polka great Eddie Blazonczyk, who began playing the lively music in the 1950s and went on to earn . Blazonczyk's record label, Bel-Aire Recordings, says Blazonczyk died Monday, May 21, 2012, of natural causes at a hospital Palos Heights, Ill. 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. memorial page for Eddie Blazonczyk Sr. (12 Jul 1941-21 May 2012), Find a Grave Memorial ID 90601289, citing Resurrection Catholic Cemetery and Mausoleums, . English Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Please check your email and click on the link to activate your account. Are you sure that you want to report this flower to administrators as offensive or abusive? 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. Eddie Blazonczyk, Sr. (July 12, 1941 May 21, 2012) was a Grammy award-winning polka musician and founder of the band The Versatones. The email does not appear to be a valid email address. 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. We reserve the right at all times to remove any information or materials that are unlawful, threatening, abusive, libelous, defamatory, obscene, vulgar, pornographic, profane, indecent or otherwise objectionable to us, and to disclose any information necessary to satisfy the law, regulation, or government request. EDDIE BLAZONCZYK OBITUARY. Verify and try again. 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 hardly any pay. 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. Funeral Friday 9:30 a.m. from Modell Funeral Home, 12641 W. 143rd St. Homer Glen to Sts. 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. Yet Mr. Blazonczyk was also devoted to Polish musical customs. But he returned to polka in 1962, forming the Versatones and going on tour. Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. Blazonczyk retired in 2001 after suffering a stroke, and his son took over his band, Eddie Blazonczyk and the Versatones. He was 70. After hearing his style of the music they werent afraid of polka anymore. "The Great Great Pumpkin", released on Lucky Four #1012, is probably the most noteworthy of these recordings. Mr. Blazonczyk was named a National Endowment for the Arts National Heritage Fellow in 1998. To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. and I wanted to try my hand at that.''. Mr. Blazonczyk played many instruments but preferred the bass, and he sang lyrics in both English and Polish. The group transformed into a nationally known act, performing at ballrooms, festivals and eventually proceeded to tour the globe. CANDLE HAS BEEN LIT CANDLES HAVE BEEN LIT, We are reviewing your submission. EDDIE BLAZONCZYK OBITUARY. Year should not be greater than current year. Eddie Blazonczyk Sr. 1941-2012. He was 70. Grief Support. His parents, who were Polish immigrants, owned the Pulaski Ballroom, where young Edward saw Marion Lush, Walter Jagiello (known as Lil Wally) and other leading polka acts of the day. 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 won a Grammy in 1987 for his album Another Polka Celebration, tying that year with Jimmy Sturr, who has won the prize 18 times. cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. 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. Eddie Blazonczyk in 1986, the year before he won a Grammy. (Khue Bui/AP). The sponsor of a memorial may add an additional. Use Escape keyboard button or the Close button to close the carousel. "He was very good at what he did," said Dave Ulczycki, president of the International Polka Association. Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. 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. 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. Saying Goodbye; my tribute to Eddie Blazonczyk who passed away much too soon, on May 21, 2012. You can customize the cemeteries you volunteer for by selecting or deselecting below. 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 . 1992 Returned with Marion Lush. 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. Rest in Peace my friend. 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