Age 75
Gary DeCarlo, singer for the band Steam on their hit song "Na Na Hey Hey Kiss Him Goodbye," has died at 75 from lung cancer, according to multiple news reports. For full coverage and obituary from Legacy.com, click here.
This song was the favorite for my daughter at the age of 2, she would turn up the volume whenever your song came onthank you Gary you nailed it, God Bless You!
Frank Romo
January 06, 2026 | Sacramento, CA | Friend
Godspeed Gary, and thank you for one of the forever anthems of my youth, and beyond, "Na Na Hey Hey Kiss Him Goodbye". Unforgettable. Again, thank you Gary, and unforgettable.
Harry Simpson
April 17, 2024 | Buckeye, AZ
Gary, Your voice and music will remain with me, forever. You were one of the greats! I'm sorry you lost your battle with cancer. R I P
Linda Wechsler
August 21, 2023 | Wellington, FL
I'm 81 & just coming onto Gary's fabulous song. Each night I pay tribute to this wonderful song & human being. Mr. Decarlo's music will life on forever!
ken kirkpatrick
April 13, 2023 | Whittier, CA | Friend
It takes courage and honesty to do what he did, and I as a fan appreciate it. Thanks and God Speed, R.I'P. Gary
Doug Broughton (Fan)
August 02, 2021 | Louisville, KY
I was too young to remember that popular song you had in 1969... I did grow up in the 70's listening to it on 45rpm.. RIP
Henry Gutierrez
June 26, 2021 | Phoenix, AZ
My condolences to Gary DeCarlo's family and friends. The 60s and 70s brought so much great music. Thank you Gary for sharing your talent. Your music still brings joy and smiles to many many people...
Chris
July 19, 2019 | Santa Rosa, CA
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minerva alfaro
January 13, 2019 | Dallas, UT | Friend
My deepest condolences to the family. An epic talent, a truly legendary voice. Thanks for the memories Gary, and for leaving us with a song for the ages, one that has joyfully played in my mind from the very first time I heard it.
Gary Metzger
August 14, 2018 | Bethlehem, PA