The Versatones, which picked up a Grammy in 1987, played their last show on Dec. 31, 2011. 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. Blazonczyk's record label, Bel-Aire Recordings, says Blazonczyk died Monday, May 21, 2012, of natural causes at a hospital Palos Heights, Ill. When I got back to Chicago, I saw the crowds coming out for Marion Lush and Li'l Wally, ''There was hardly any pay. Oops, something didn't work. The email does not appear to be a valid email address. 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. ''It beat the hell out of you,'' Eddie Jr. remembers his father telling him. 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. This site is provided as a service of SCI Shared Resources, LLC. Eddie Blazonczyk was born on July 12, 1941, in Chicago, the son of immigrants from the rural Tatras Mountains region of southern Poland. Visit Homepage. I thought you might like to see a memorial for Eddie Blazonczyk Sr. Blazonczyk was known as the "Polka King" and started his own polka music label in the 1960s. 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. Are you sure that you want to delete this photo? He was born in Chicago to Polish immigrant . He was named a National Endowment for the Arts National Heritage Fellow in 1998. 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. Thanks for using Find a Grave, if you have any feedback we would love to hear from you. A cause of death was not revealed. During this period Blazonczyk toured with Buddy Holly, Gene Vincent and Brenda Lee. 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. Blazonczyk retired in 2001 after suffering a stroke, and his son took over his band, Eddie Blazonczyk and the Versatones. There was an error deleting this problem. 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''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. He attracted so many people to the polka audience, whereas previously they were scared away by the word polka, Eddie Blazonczyk Jr. said. Failed to delete memorial. 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. ). The horn riffs in and out and around in intricate patterns that . Eddie Blazonczyk was born to Polish immigrant parents on July 12, 1941, in Chicago. 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 . I had what I refer to as \"the best seat in the house\"! In Memory Of Edward Eddie A. Blazonczyk Sr. Sign up for service and obituary updates. Send a note, share a story or upload a photo. [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. Cyril & Methodius Church, Lemont, Mass 11 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Blkazonczyk won a Grammy in 1987 for Best Polka Recording for "Another Polka Celebration." To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. They knew it was an evolution of the music.". Please omit flowers. He was 70. 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 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. They knew it wasn't 'She's Too Fat For Me' or 'Roll Out the Barrel.' "After hearing his style of the music they weren't afraid of polka anymore. He was 70. 1 Polka Band. Mr. Blazonczyk was a member of the associations 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 Jesters," performing at Polish festivities. Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. Leave a memory or share a photo or video below to show your support. Translation on Find a Grave is an ongoing project. CANDLE HAS BEEN LIT CANDLES HAVE BEEN LIT, We are reviewing your submission. memorial page for Eddie Blazonczyk Sr. (12 Jul 1941-21 May 2012), Find a Grave Memorial ID 90601289, citing Resurrection Catholic Cemetery and Mausoleums, . At that time, he turned over responsibility for his band, The Versatones, to his son, Eddie Blazonczyk Jr. 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 . Drag images here or select from your computer for Eddie Blazonczyk Sr. memorial. Weve updated the security on the site. For them this is truly the day that the music died, Blazonczyk said. Learn more about merges. Also music for daddy-o's by Horace Silver, Johnny Cash, Lightnin' Hopkins, Gene Austin, and Regina Carter. Blazonczyk played many instruments but preferred the bass, and he sang lyrics in both English and Polish. 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. He was 70. He was 70. He was the top guy.". He joined the Versatones, so named because of their versatility. Created with sketchtool. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. He was 70. Year should not be greater than current year. CANDLE HAS BEEN LIT CANDLES HAVE BEEN LIT, We are reviewing your submission. 1976 Member of Eddie Blazonczyk's Versatones. 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. Your account has been locked for 30 minutes due to too many failed sign in attempts. Your entry has exceeded the maximum character limit. 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. Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. Blazonczyk has said, "I took his advice, and never regretted it. and I wanted to try my hand at that.''. Many of his dozens of albums feature him singing in English on one side and perfectly enunciated Polish on the other. Keep supporting great journalism by turning off your ad blocker. Be sure to visit Rogers you tube channel for more great videos Yet Mr. Blazonczyk was also devoted to Polish musical customs. ''He Try again later. (The polka category was eliminated in 2009.). His parents, who were Polish immigrants, owned the Pulaski Ballroom, where young Edward saw Marion Lush, Walter Jagiello (known as Li'l Wally) and other leading polka acts of the day. By the time Mr. Blazonczyk began his career, it was receding from the mainstream, but the music, and the social rituals surrounding Failed to remove flower. In 1963 he He was inducted into the International Polka Hall of Fame in 1970,[2] and was a 1998 National Heritage Fellowship recipient. 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. Musician. 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 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. The Versatones, which picked up a Grammy in 1987, played its last show on Dec. 31, 2011. EDDIE BLAZONCZYK OBITUARY. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate, or jump to a slide with the slide dots. Try again. His label, Bel-Aire Recordings, confirmed the death but did not disclose the cause. 1985 Member of Lenny Gomulka & Chicago Push. He was 70. EDWARD BLAZONCZYK OBITUARY. I found on Findagrave.com. In 1963 he started his label, Bel-Aire, and released the bands first album, Polka Parade; more than 60 albums followed. This account has been disabled. This flower has been reported and will not be visible while under review. He retired after having a stroke in late 2001, and his son led the Versatones until disbanding it last year. Jerry Tokarz, Ed Wolinski, Jim Sierzega, Eddie Blazonczyk, Rich Tokarz & Jerry Darlak - The Versatones Blkazonczyk won a Grammy in 1987 for Best Polka Recording for "Another Polka Celebration." He was 70. Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. [7] The records he made for these labels were rockabilly sides, and novelty songs. She and their son Eddie Jr. survive him, as do another son, Anthony; a daughter, Katherine; and three grandchildren. All photos appear on this tab and here you can update the sort order of photos on memorials you manage. This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. Saying Goodbye; my tribute to Eddie Blazonczyk who passed away much too soon, on May 21, 2012. 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. You have chosen this person to be their own family member. He was 70. Verify and try again. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. Blazonczyk retired in 2001 after suffering a stroke, and his son took over his band, Eddie Blazonczyk and the Versatones. The Versatones, which picked up a Grammy in 1987, played their last show on Dec. 31, 2011. They knew it was an evolution of the music.". Send flowers or a gift to a service or family's home. Help tell the story of your loved ones unique life. There is 1 volunteer for this cemetery. He retired in 2001 after suffering health problems. 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. But by the early 1960s, he had begun to move away from rock. 1990 Returned with Eddie Blazonczyk. Sorry! Created with sketchtool. Eddie Blazonczyk Sr. 1941-2012. GRAMMY-winning polka artist Eddie Blazonczyk Sr. died May 22. Blazonczyk retired in 2001 after suffering a stroke, and his son took over his band, Eddie Blazonczyk and the Versatones. "[4] He released more than 60 albums. 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. He was very good at what he did, said Dave Ulczycki, president of the International Polka Association. 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. It's time for saying goodbye\". A system error has occurred. Visitation Wednesday and Thursday 3 to 9 p.m. (708) 301-3595 or www.modellfh.com. 2023 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC. Your entry has exceeded the maximum character limit. Failed to report flower. Saying Goodbye; my tribute to Eddie Blazonczyk who passed away much too soon, on May 21, 2012. 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. 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. 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. OBITUARY Edward Eddie A. Blazonczyk Sr. July 12, 1941 - May 21, 2012. Are you sure that you want to report this flower to administrators as offensive or abusive? Review. In Memory of Edward Eddie A. Blazonczyk Sr. Sign up for service and obituary updates. 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. 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. As a teenager, Mr. Blazonczyk played in rock n roll bands and toured with Buddy Holly and Gene Vincent. It beat the hell out of you, Eddie Jr. remembers his father telling him. was a big force for what it means to be Polish in America.''. But polka was growing. Sympathy Ideas. Submit an Obit. 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. He was 70. Leave a memory or share a photo or video below to show your support. 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. His parents operated music clubs in the city and he started playing in the 1950s with "Happy Eddie and his . Mr. Blazonczyk retired in 2001 after suffering a stroke, and his son Eddie Blazonczyk Jr. took over his band, Eddie Blazonczyk and the Versatones. Sign the Guest Book. Oops, some error occurred while uploading your photo(s). 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. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. They knew it wasn't 'She's Too Fat For Me' or 'Roll Out the Barrel.' She and their son Eddie Jr. survive him, as do another son, Anthony; a daughter, Katherine; and three grandchildren. He was 70. He was also named a National Heritage Fellow by the National Endowment for the Arts in 1998. He was 70. Please try again later. 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. Edit a memorial you manage or suggest changes to the memorial manager. Or purchase a subscription for unlimited access to real news you can count on. 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. 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. 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. [3] He has been called "one of the most important figures in the creation of the contemporary Polish-American polka sound. Some of his biggest hits include Angeline Be Mine Polka and Poor Boy Polka.. 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 . 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. There is a problem with your email/password. Palos Heights, Cook County, Illinois, USA. All rights reserved. From breaking news to special features and documentaries, the NewsdayTV team is covering the issues that matter to you. By clicking Sign up, you agree to our privacy policy. A news release says Blazonczyk died Monday. Funeral Friday 9:30 a.m. from Modell Funeral Home, 12641 W. 143rd St. Homer Glen to Sts. IN THE CARE OF. The Versatones played their last performance on New Year's Eve, 2011. He was 70. In 1962, he formed his polka band The Versatones and released their first album, "Polka Parade" on his own Bel-Aire Label. Mr. Blazonczyk played many instruments but preferred the bass, and he sang lyrics in both English and Polish. 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.. He met his wife, the former Christine Zielinski, known as Tish, at a polka dance in 1962. Blazonczyk, Sr., Edward A. Mr. Blazonczyk was named a National Endowment for the Arts National Heritage Fellow in 1998. Thanks for your help! He started the record label in 1963. it, held a place in some Americans' ethnic identity. Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. cemeteries found within kilometers of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. But polka was growing. But he returned to polka in 1962, forming the Versatones and going on tour. Eddie Blazonczyk in 1986, the year before he won a Grammy. His music rocks, it rolls, it hops, it pushes. Polka had a moment of broad popularity in the postwar years, when musicians like Frank Yankovic had million-selling hits. 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. There are no volunteers for this cemetery. PHOTO: Eddie Blazonczyk in 1986, the year before he won a Grammy. As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. (Khue Bui/AP). 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 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 is the King of Polish Polka. Family members linked to this person will appear here. Oops, we were unable to send the email. 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. Created with sketchtool. Use Escape keyboard button or the Close button to close the carousel. 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 . Eddie Blazonczyk. You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. You can always change this later in your Account settings. Among his signature songs were ''Angeline Be Mine Polka'' and ''Polka Hero. 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 . [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. This site is provided as a service of SCI Shared Resources, LLC. Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Eddie Blazonczyk (90601289)? 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. 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 He joined the Versatones, so named because of their versatility. 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. 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. Remove advertising from a memorial by sponsoring it for just $5. 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. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. He was 70. He was 70. Listen to Hour 1; Listen to Hour 2; View Show Playlist He won a GRAMMY win came in 1986 for Best Polka Recording . Blazonczyk was born to Polish immigrant parents on July 12, 1941, in Chicago. 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. Eddie Blazonczyk Sr. U.S., Newspapers.com Obituary Index, 1800s-current. Please reset your password. Yet Mr. Blazonczyk was also devoted to Polish musical customs. Eddie Blazonczyk, Sr. (July 12, 1941 May 21, 2012) was a Grammy award-winning polka musician and founder of the band The Versatones. BRIDGEVIEW, Ill. (CBS) -- Eddie Blazonczyk, the man known as Chicago's polka king, has died at the age of 70. Try again later. He was 70. Then, five years ago last month, Blazonczyk suffered a stroke that affected his left side. EDDIE BLAZONCZYK OBITUARY. Blazonczyk retired in 2001 after suffering a stroke, and his son took over his band, Eddie Blazonczyk and the Versatones. 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