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Eddie Platt Obituary
Eddie Platt
Eddie Platt, of Stow, Ohio, previously of Cleveland, passed away October 3, 2010.
He was born on December 8, 1921, son of the late Charlotte and Dan Platakis.
He was preceded in death by his only sibling, Margaret Bell; and his first wife, ``Bobbi'.
Eddie leaves behind his loving wife, Andrea Edwards Platt; stepson, Bill (Deidre) Kondik and their adoring girls, Elizabeth and Addison. He also leaves his brother-in-law, Tom (Gwen) Edwards and nieces and nephews.
Eddie started his musical career in high school playing saxaphone and clarinet in clubs. Ed joined the Army and Airforce and served in World War II. When World War II ended, he joined the Johnny Pecon Band, a gig he truly enjoyed. From 1948 to 1952 he started his own band, Eddie Platt and the Contrasts in 1952. From 1957 to 1967 he played the Manger Hotel in Cleveland at Hal York's 21-28 dances every Friday night, where local D.J. Bill Randle promoted the shows. Ed recorded for Epic records and got his biggest hit "Tequila", a cover record of the ``Champs', that soared to #20 on the popcharts. Another cover ``Cha-Hua-Hua' followed and climbed to #34 on the charts and was later featured in the film ``The Iron Giant'.
Television appearances included The Dick Clark Show ``Bandstand' in 1958.
Bill Randle promoted shows at St. Michaels in Cleveland and Eddie played there on a regular basis. His band backed the major acts, including Elvis Presley, Bobby Darin, The Everly Brothers and The Brothers Four on the big rock and roll shows that came through town. Eddie is in the Polka Hall of Fame and was honored at the Rock-N-Roll Hall of Fame for musicians who transitioned from Polkas to Rock. He performed ``Waddeling Duck' Polka which he wrote, and his hit S``Tequila' at the Rock Hall ceremony.
Eddie also enjoyed tennis, golf and ballroom dancing. He will be greatly missed by all who loved him!
Cremation has taken place and a Catholic Mass and memorial to celebrate his life will take place at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Kent, Ohio on Saturday, October 16th at 11 a.m. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Summa, 444 North Main Street, P.O. Box 2090, Akron, Ohio 44398.
(ADAMS MASON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, 330-535-9186)
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Memories and Condolences
for Eddie Platt
Lou Kastelic
October 4, 2020
Eddie was a great guy who loved his fans. May he enjoy eternal rest, peace, and happiness.
October 15, 2010
We all loved you Eddie,love your caregivers at Gardens
Barbara Tresh
October 14, 2010
To Eddie's family:
May you be comforted during this difficult time and in the years to come.
I met Eddie in Falls Village last year. I told him he looked familiar to me and became his friend right away. He was so proud of his music. He told me he was on TV, Dick Clark's American Bandstand, and that he recorded the song, "Tiquila". He was so sweet and so handsome. He sure had a head of beautiful silver hair!
May you rest in peace Eddie.
Adams-Mason Memorial Chapel
October 14, 2010
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Sam Pugliano
October 12, 2010
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
October 11, 2010
Eddie's playing was a strong influence to me in the fifties. He did it right!
He will never be forgotten. Our deepest sympathy to the family.
Dick & Helen (King) Kuciemba
October 11, 2010
WORDS CAN NOT EXPRESS MY SORROW FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. KNOW YOU ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. LOVE JUDY
Jim Leffingwell
October 10, 2010
Sorry to hear of Eddie's passing, As a young man I always enjoyed his music,Used to dance to his music at the "Polish Womens Hall" on Sunday nights...Jim Leffingwell,Elephant Butte New Mexico
Tim New Horizons
October 10, 2010
Eddie was was a treasure and fun to be around. He will be missed by all who knew him.
October 10, 2010
We praise God for the life and service of our veteran. May he rest in peace in the arms of our Lord as a grateful nation mourns.
Michele N. Sandridge, Chaplain
American Legion Auxiliary
Department of Ohio
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