For them this is truly the day that the music died, Blazonczyk said. May 24, 2012. ''It beat the hell out of you,'' Eddie Jr. remembers his father telling him. He joined the Versatones, so named because of their versatility. At that time, he turned over responsibility for his band, The Versatones, to his son, Eddie Blazonczyk Jr. . Ridge Funeral Home. (PHOTOGRAPH BY ASSOCIATED PRESS). After suffering a stroke in 2001, he retired and his son Eddie Blazonczyk Jr. led the band for another full a decade. Search by Name. 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. She and their son Eddie Jr. survive him, as do another son, Anthony; a daughter, Katherine; and three grandchildren. 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 . He retired after having a stroke in late 2001, and his son led the Versatones until disbanding it last year. There is a problem with your email/password. CARYN ROUSSEAU, The Associated Press. He was 70. They knew it wasn't 'She's Too Fat For Me' or 'Roll Out the Barrel.' Blazonczyk earned many accolades throughout his career. This site is provided as a service of SCI Shared Resources, LLC. 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. The Versatones, which picked up a Grammy in 1987, played their last show on Dec. 31, 2011. Blazonczyk was known as the "Polka King" and started his own polka music label in the 1960s. There was a problem getting your location. He was 70. Thats why he was called the Polka King. He was the top guy.. There are no volunteers for this cemetery. He met his wife, the former Christine Zielinski, known as Tish, at a polka dance in 1962. He was 70. it, held a place in some Americans' ethnic identity. His music rocks, it rolls, it hops, it pushes. It beat the hell out of you, Eddie Jr. remembers his father telling him. His son said many friends have been sending him condolence messages since learning of his father's death. Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. Blazonczyk was a member of the association's Polka Music Hall of Fame. Are you sure that you want to report this flower to administrators as offensive or abusive? memorial page for Eddie Blazonczyk Sr. (12 Jul 1941-21 May 2012), Find a Grave Memorial ID 90601289, citing Resurrection Catholic Cemetery and Mausoleums, . Eddie Blazonczyk. 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. Find an Obituary. To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. Be sure to visit Rogers you tube channel for more great videos and maintained a mini-empire of polka in Chicago, including a record label, a recording studio, a retail store and a music school. The band formed in 1962 and toured North America and Europe. Are you sure that you want to delete this memorial? Blazonczyk Sr. died of natural causes at age 70. Drag images here or select from your computer for Eddie Blazonczyk Sr. memorial. This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. This is a more complete version of the story than the one that appeared in print. ''He The Versatones, which picked up a Grammy in 1987, played their last show on Dec. 31, 2011. Verify and try again. As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. He was named a National Endowment for the Arts National Heritage Fellow in 1998. The cause was multiple organ failure, said his son Eddie Jr., who took over the operation of his fathers band, the Versatones, in 1997. 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). He was 70. He has been called "one of the most important figures in the creation of the contemporary Polish-American polka sound." (The polka category was eliminated in 2009.). ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. EDDIE BLAZONCZYK OBITUARY. 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. This account has been disabled. With over 1,900 locations, Dignity Memorial providers proudly serve over 375,000 families a year. The Versatones, which picked up a Grammy in 1987, played their last show on Dec. 31, 2011. ''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 met his wife, the former Christine Zielinski, known as Tish, at a polka dance in 1962. You can customize the cemeteries you volunteer for by selecting or deselecting below. Some of his biggest hits include Angeline Be Mine Polka and Poor Boy Polka.. Rest in Peace my friend. 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He attracted so many people to the polka audience, whereas previously they were scared away by the word polka, Eddie Blazonczyk Jr. said. Try again. Within two years of that decision, Eddie Jr. said, his father was on tour nationally, playing polka music. He died of complications from a stroke two months shy of his 71st birthday. But he returned to polka in 1962, forming the Versatones and going on tour. He won a GRAMMY win came in 1986 for Best Polka Recording . The horn riffs in and out and around in intricate patterns that . 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. His parents operated music clubs in the city and he started playing in the 1950s with "Happy Eddie and his Polka . By the time Mr. Blazonczyk began his career, it was receding from the mainstream, but the music, and the social rituals surrounding it, held a place in some Americans ethnic identity. Send a note, share a story or upload a photo. [11], Blazonczyk died of multiple organ dysfunction syndrome on May 21, 2012. 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. Eddie Blazonczyk Sr. U.S., Newspapers.com Obituary Index, 1800s-current. As a subscriber, you have 10 gift articles to give each month. Let others know about your loved one's death. You have chosen this person to be their own family member. Edward Eddie A. Blazonczyk Sr. 12 July, 1941 - 21 May, 2012. "[9], The Versatones played a mix of both traditional and original tunes, with Blazonczyk singing in both Polish and English. 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. But polka was growing. Make sure that the file is a photo. You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. Jimmy Sturr, who has won the prize 18 times. The Versatones, which picked up a Grammy in 1987, played its last show on Dec. 31, 2011. Learn more about merges. He was 70. Mr. Blazonczyk played many instruments but preferred the bass, and he sang lyrics in both English and Polish. 1976 Member of Eddie Blazonczyk's Versatones. 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. Polka had a moment of broad popularity in the postwar years, when musicians like Frank Yankovic had million-selling hits. Blazonczyk was born to Polish immigrant parents on July 12, 1941, in Chicago. Failed to delete memorial. He was 70. 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. 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. Blkazonczyk won a Grammy in 1987 for Best Polka Recording for "Another Polka Celebration." Anyone can read what you share. He was 70. Cyril & Methodius Church, Lemont, Mass 11 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. 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. 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 OBITUARY. His son said many friends have been sending him condolence messages since learning of his fathers death. 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. 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. cemeteries found within kilometers of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. But he returned to polka in 1962, forming the Versatones and going on tour. But polka was growing. Listen to Hour 1; Listen to Hour 2; View Show Playlist Visitation Wednesday and Thursday 3 to 9 p.m. (708) 301-3595 or www.modellfh.com. 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. IN THE CARE OF. 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. EDWARD BLAZONCZYK OBITUARY. 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. Blazonczyk, Sr., Edward A. I cannot thank him enough for all th. 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. The sponsor of a memorial may add an additional. Within two years of that decision, Eddie Jr. said, his father was on tour nationally, playing polka music. Send flowers or a gift to a service or family's home. GREAT NEWS! Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate, or jump to a slide with the slide dots. 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. As a teenager, Mr. Blazonczyk played in rock n roll bands and toured with Buddy Holly and Gene Vincent. "[4] He released more than 60 albums. Eddie Blazonczyk in 1986, the year before he won a Grammy. BRIDGEVIEW, Ill. (CBS) -- Eddie Blazonczyk, the man known as Chicago's polka king, has died at the age of 70. Mr. Blazonczyk retired in 2001 after suffering a stroke, and his son Eddie Blazonczyk Jr. took over his band, Eddie Blazonczyk and the Versatones. 0 cemeteries found in Justice, Cook County, Illinois, USA. Share. There was hardly any pay. As a teenager, Mr. Blazonczyk played in rock 'n' roll bands and toured with Buddy Holly and Gene Vincent. This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. Eddie Blazonczyk is the King of Polish Polka. Created with sketchtool. Review. His label, Bel-Aire Recordings, confirmed the death but did not disclose the cause. Keep supporting great journalism by turning off your ad blocker. 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?. and I wanted to try my hand at that.''. EDDIE BLAZONCZYK OBITUARY. And in an instant, Blazonczyk's son, Eddie Blazonczyk Jr., found himself the new frontman of the . Visit Homepage. Those songs included ''The Masked Man (Hi Yo Silver)'' and ''The Share this memorial using social media sites or email. Try again later. In 1963 he He retired after having a stroke in late 2001, and his son led the Versatones until disbanding it last year. Eddie Blazonczyk was born to Polish immigrant parents on July 12, 1941, in Chicago. Blazonczyk retired in 2001 after suffering a stroke, and his son took over his band, Eddie Blazonczyk and the Versatones. Then, five years ago last month, Blazonczyk suffered a stroke that affected his left side. [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. You can always change this later in your Account settings. Blazonczyk played many instruments but preferred the bass, and he sang lyrics in both English and Polish. He joined the Versatones, so named because of their versatility. He was 70. [5], Eddie Blazonczyk was born in Chicago, Illinois to Polish immigrant parents[6] of Goral heritage. In Memory Of Edward Eddie A. Blazonczyk Sr. Sign up for service and obituary updates. Mr. Blazonczyk was born on July 12, 1941, in Chicago. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Send flowers or a gift to a service or family's home. PHOTO: Eddie Blazonczyk in 1986, the year before he won a Grammy. Submit an Obit. 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?''. CHICAGO (AP) - Grammy Award-winning polka great Eddie Blazonczyk, who began playing the lively music in the 1950s and went on to earn . Help tell the story of your loved ones unique life. Palos Heights, Cook County, Illinois, USA. cemeteries found in Justice, Cook County, Illinois, USA will be saved to your photo volunteer list. In 1962, he formed his polka band The Versatones and released their first album, "Polka Parade" on his own Bel-Aire Label. Send a note, share a story or upload a photo. Your entry has exceeded the maximum character limit. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. 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. Oops, some error occurred while uploading your photo(s). 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. But by the early 1960s, he had begun to move away from rock. When I got back to Chicago, I saw the crowds coming out for Marion Lush and Li'l Wally, 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 International Polka Association said on its Web site that Eddie Blazonczyk and the Versatones was unchallenged in its height as Americas No. Among his signature songs were ''Angeline Be Mine Polka'' and ''Polka Hero. Thanks for using Find a Grave, if you have any feedback we would love to hear from you. 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. Visitation will take place on Wednesday, May 23rd and Thursday, May 24th from 3-9pm Chicago Time . Blazonczyk played many instruments but preferred the bass, and he sang lyrics in both English and Polish. 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. Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Eddie Blazonczyk (90601289)? 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. Sympathy Ideas. Blazonczyk Sr. died Monday morning of natural causes in Palos Community Hospital in Palos Heights, said his son. Your entry has exceeded the maximum character limit. Weve updated the security on the site. This recording is still occasionally heard around Halloween and is highly sought by record collectors. 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. This browser does not support getting your location. 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. 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. No animated GIFs, photos with additional graphics (borders, embellishments. ''There was hardly any pay. 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. Please enter your email address and we will send you an email with a reset password code. 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 Please try again later. Blazonczyk was known as the "Polka King" and started his own polka music label in the 1960s. 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