''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. 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. Obituaries Section Created with sketchtool. He won a GRAMMY win came in 1986 for Best Polka Recording . "He attracted so many people to the polka audience, whereas previously they were scared away by the word polka," Eddie Blazonczyk Jr. said. Many of his dozens of albums feature him singing in English on one side and perfectly enunciated Polish on the other. 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. Also music for daddy-o's by Horace Silver, Johnny Cash, Lightnin' Hopkins, Gene Austin, and Regina Carter. Help tell the story of your loved ones unique life. Review. Blazonczyk Sr. died Monday morning of natural causes in Palos Community Hospital in Palos Heights, said his son. She and their son Eddie Jr. survive him, as do another son, Anthony; a daughter, Katherine; and three grandchildren. Blazonczyk was a member of the association's Polka Music Hall of Fame. EDDIE BLAZONCZYK OBITUARY. Edward Eddie A. Blazonczyk Sr. 12 July, 1941 - 21 May, 2012. Send flowers or a gift to a service or family's home. ''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. May 24, 2012. All photos uploaded successfully, click on the Done button to see the photos in the gallery. 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. 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. Blkazonczyk won a Grammy in 1987 for Best Polka Recording for "Another Polka Celebration." No animated GIFs, photos with additional graphics (borders, embellishments. Rest in Peace my friend. He died of complications from a stroke two months shy of his 71st birthday. Your Scrapbook is currently empty. 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 Versatones, which picked up a Grammy in 1987, played its last show on Dec. 31, 2011. [1], Blazonczyk retired from performing in 2002. (Khue Bui/AP). 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 son said many friends have been sending him condolence messages since learning of his fathers death. Within two years of that decision, Eddie Jr. said, his father was on tour nationally, playing polka music. 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. As a teenager, Mr. Blazonczyk played in rock n roll bands and toured with Buddy Holly and Gene Vincent. He retired in 2001 after suffering health problems. After hearing his style of the music they werent afraid of polka anymore. By the time Mr. Blazonczyk began his career, it was receding from the mainstream, but the music, and the social rituals surrounding But polka was growing. 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. "After hearing his style of the music they weren't afraid of polka anymore. 1976 Member of Eddie Blazonczyk's Versatones. Blazonczyk played many instruments but preferred the bass, and he sang lyrics in both English and Polish. You can always change this later in your Account settings. We have set your language to He was 70. Then, five years ago last month, Blazonczyk suffered a stroke that affected his left side. Leave a memory or share a photo or video below to show your support. 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. There was an error deleting this problem. 1 Polka Band." . He won a Grammy Award, kept a vigorous touring schedule Funeral Friday 9:30 a.m. from Modell Funeral Home, 12641 W. 143rd St. Homer Glen to Sts. Please try again later. Failed to remove flower. He was inducted into the International Polka Hall of Fame in 1970, and was a 1998 National Heritage Fellowship recipient. Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. After suffering a stroke in 2001, he retired and his son Eddie Blazonczyk Jr. led the band for another full a decade. Some of his biggest hits include Angeline Be Mine Polka and Poor Boy Polka.. Blazonczyk's record label, Bel-Aire Recordings, says Blazonczyk died Monday, May 21, 2012, of natural causes at a hospital Palos Heights, Ill. 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. He started the record label in 1963. He retired after having a stroke in late 2001, and his son led the Versatones until disbanding it last year. Eddie Blazonczyk. I had what I refer to as \"the best seat in the house\"! Your account has been locked for 30 minutes due to too many failed sign in attempts. 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. 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 . Blazonczyk retired in 2001 after suffering a stroke, and his son took over his band, Eddie Blazonczyk and the Versatones. I cannot thank him enough for all th. He joined the Versatones, so named because of their versatility. Mr. Blazonczyk was born on July 12, 1941, in Chicago. He was 70. 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. 0 cemeteries found in Justice, Cook County, Illinois, USA. Verify and try again. 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"After hearing his style of the music they weren't afraid of polka anymore. [3] He has been called "one of the most important figures in the creation of the contemporary Polish-American polka sound. As a subscriber, you have 10 gift articles to give each month. Blazonczyk Sr. died of natural causes at age 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. Grief Support. Your entry has exceeded the maximum character limit. 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. ''He Eddie Blazonczyk is the King of Polish Polka. 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. cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Send flowers or a gift to a service or family's home. Sorry! The Versatones, which picked up a Grammy in 1987, played their last show on Dec. 31, 2011. Polka had a moment of broad popularity in the postwar years, when musicians like Frank Yankovic had million-selling hits. Blazonczyk was known as the "Polka King" and started his own polka music label in the 1960s. I was fortunate enough to perform as a Versatone from 1987-1994, and in that time I spent over 1000 nights with Eddie onstage. Are you sure that you want to delete this photo? Use Escape keyboard button or the Close button to close the carousel. EDDIE 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 . 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. Make sure that the file is a photo. He joined the Versatones, so named because of their versatility. I thought you might like to see a memorial for Eddie Blazonczyk Sr. 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. 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. 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. 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. it, held a place in some Americans' ethnic identity. [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. CHICAGO (AP) - Grammy Award-winning polka great Eddie Blazonczyk, who began playing the lively music in the 1950s and went on to earn . For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. 1 Polka Band. Blazonczyk was a member of the associations Polka Music Hall of Fame. was a big force for what it means to be Polish in America.''. The sponsor of a memorial may add an additional. Visitation Wednesday and Thursday 3 to 9 p.m. (708) 301-3595 or www.modellfh.com. NOTE: Special thanks to the Blazonczyk Family, and Polka fans everywhere for sharing your photos! But by the early 1960s, he had begun to move away from rock. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. During these years Richie Tokarz was the recipient of numerous awards for his talents as a musician and for his song writing ability. Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. 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 . 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. For them this is truly the day that the music died, Blazonczyk said. English 2023 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC. Remove advertising from a memorial by sponsoring it for just $5. . He was 70. Blazonczyk was born to Polish immigrant parents on July 12, 1941, in Chicago. Blazonczyk earned many accolades throughout his career. 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?. Funeral Friday 9:30 a.m. from Modell Funeral Home, 12641 W. 143rd St. Homer Glen to Sts. We might permanently block any user who abuses these conditions. He met his wife, the former Christine Zielinski, known as Tish, at a polka dance in 1962. This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. He was 70. 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 . Cyril & Methodius Church, Lemont, Mass 11 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. To view a photo in more detail or edit captions for photos you added, click the photo to open the photo viewer. "[4] He released more than 60 albums. Blazonczyk's record label, Bel-Aire Recordings, says Blazonczyk died Monday, May 21, 2012, of natural causes at a hospital Palos Heights, Ill. Saying Goodbye; my tribute to Eddie Blazonczyk who passed away much too soon, on May 21, 2012. 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. Continuing with this request will add an alert to the cemetery page and any new volunteers will have the opportunity to fulfill your request. 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. Blazonczyk was known as the "Polka . cemeteries found within kilometers of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 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. Eddie Blazonczyk in 1986, the year before he won a Grammy. 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. Oops, something didn't work. Visitation will take place on Wednesday, May 23rd and Thursday, May 24th from 3-9pm Chicago Time . Jimmy Sturr, who has won the prize 18 times. In 1998, first lady Hillary Rodham Clinton presented Eddie Blazonczyk presented him with a National Endowment for the Arts 1998 National Heritage Fellowship award. 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. Saying Goodbye; my tribute to Eddie Blazonczyk who passed away much too soon, on May 21, 2012. You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. Obituary Read. 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. CARYN ROUSSEAU, The Associated Press. There was hardly any pay. Tyler Morning Telegraph. The association said on its website 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. This site is provided as a service of SCI Shared Resources, LLC. 1990 Returned with Eddie Blazonczyk. His label, Bel-Aire Recordings, confirmed the death but did not disclose the cause. 2023 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC. 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 . Sign the Guest Book. [5], Eddie Blazonczyk was born in Chicago, Illinois to Polish immigrant parents[6] of Goral heritage. 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. OBITUARY Edward Eddie A. Blazonczyk Sr. July 12, 1941 - May 21, 2012. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate, or jump to a slide with the slide dots. 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. When I got back to Chicago, I saw the crowds coming out for Marion Lush and Li'l Wally, In 1963 he A system error has occurred. 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. He won a Grammy in 1987 for his album ''Another Polka Celebration,'' tying that year with EDDIE BLAZONCZYK OBITUARY. 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. 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. 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 He was a big force for what it means to be Polish in America.. The International Polka Association said on its Web site that Eddie Blazonczyk and the Versatones was unchallenged in its height as Americas No. Ridge Funeral Home. [7] The records he made for these labels were rockabilly sides, and novelty songs. Oops, we were unable to send the email. Are you adding a grave photo that will fulfill this request? 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. He was inducted into the International Polka Hall of Fame in 1970,[2] and was a 1998 National Heritage Fellowship recipient. But polka was growing. Include gps location with grave photos where possible. 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. The band consisted of a fiddler and concertina[10] player, two trumpeter/clarinetists, a drummer and Blazonczyk himself on vocals and electric bass. Blazonczyk's record label, Bel-Aire Recordings, says Blazonczyk died Monday, May 21, 2012, of natural causes at a hospital Palos Heights, Ill. 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. 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. 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. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. 1 Polka Band. Mr. Blazonczyk was a member of the associations Polka Music Hall of Fame. They knew it wasn't 'She's Too Fat For Me' or 'Roll Out the Barrel.' Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. Mr. Blazonczyk retired in 2001 after suffering a stroke, and his son Eddie Blazonczyk Jr. took over his band, Eddie Blazonczyk and the Versatones. started his label, Bel-Aire, and released the band's first album, ''Polka Parade''; more than 60 albums followed. Try again later. Polka had a moment of broad popularity in the postwar years, when musicians like Frank Yankovic had million-selling hits. He was the top guy.". (The polka category was eliminated in 2009.). 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. There is 1 volunteer for this cemetery. 1992 Returned with Marion Lush. EDDIE BLAZONCZYK OBITUARY. Weve updated the security on the site. Learn more about merges. At that time, he turned over responsibility for his band, The Versatones, to his son, Eddie Blazonczyk Jr. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. 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