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Ronald "Bingo" Mundy
1940 - 2017
Ronald "Bingo" Mundy
1940 - 2017
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BORN
1940
DIED
2017
Ronald Mundy Obituary
The Odell Robinson Jr. Funeral Home confirmed the death along with family members who spoke with the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, which reported the news Tuesday.
Mundy, who lived in Pittsburgh, died of pneumonia.
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The Marcels were formed in Pittsburgh in 1959. They were named after a popular hairstyle during that time. They sent a demo tape to Colpix Records, which signed them and sent the group to New York City to record some songs.
One of those songs would launch the band to stardom. Their version of the Rogers and Hart standard “Blue Moon” became a No. 1 smash hit. The famous disc jockey Murray the K played the song 26 times during one of his shows. In March 1961, the song knocked Elvis Presley off the top of the charts.
Later, the group sang the song in the movie “Twist Around the Clock” that featured the singer Chubby Checker. The Marcels also had a follow-up song, “Heartaches," that reached the top 10 on the charts.
After his music career, Mundy drove a bus for the Port Authority of Allegheny County, retiring after 25 years.
His wife, Janet, told the Post-Gazette, “He always had singing in his blood. He loved the oldies, and my kids were all raised on them.”
72 Entries
Paul moyer
March 23, 2025
My buddy worked with Mr mundy's son for the Pittsburgh water authority and that was a big fan of the group to Marcels my parents love the oldies and my buddy asked Mr Muny's son to get an autograph photo from his dad for me I was in my mid thirties at the time I'm now almost 40 and Mr Mundy passed away probably about 6 months after giving his son the autographed picture to give my buddy for me never got a chance to thank him Mr Mundy you sir but truly one of the best of the best and I would like to thank you for that picture
Richard Wojnar
March 16, 2017
One of the most depressing days of my life was today! I knew Bingo for years as I was the Director of Operations at the Port Authority and I met Bingo over 25 years ago when I was a new bus operator. I got the group to sing in New York and went to various Pittsburgh Old Record Collectors Club functions. I called Bingo every few months in order to check on him and just got the horrible news today. Life is too short and my dearest of friends left me and my wife and I will never be the same. Rest in peace my dear friend and I will hook up with you, I promise!
Jack Ware
March 13, 2017
Blue Moon----what a song. During my early years in music it was always playing on the radio and it's words are forever in my memory. It was a time when music was at it's best.
F J
February 4, 2017
My sincere condolences to your family. May you find peace in God and he fill your heart with wonderful memories of Bingo to cherish.
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February 1, 2017
Heaven has received another singing star. You took a lot of good memories with you and hopefully, someday we will hear you sing again when we reach that
heavenly realm.
Lamar Coaston Jr
February 1, 2017
Heartfelt Condolences to the family "Bingo" was truly an Icon and Loved by all!
P D
February 1, 2017
My sincere condolences to the family of Ronald Mindy, listening to his songs back in days was the best music you could ever won't to hear, I loved every one. We will truly miss a great voice.May he continue to be in God's memory and the family as well. Again my deepest and sincere condolences to the family and friends who love him.
Kimberly Johnson
January 31, 2017
January 29, 2017
My deepest condolences for your loss May you find comfort in the God's word the Bible at 2 Thessalonians 2:16-17
January 29, 2017
May these words comfort the family at Psalm 57:1, "Show me favor O God, show me favor, for I take refuge in you, and in the shadow of your wings I take refuge until the troubles pass".
Babs Fitz
January 29, 2017
To the Mindy family I send my condolences on the lost of your husband and father. My sincere prayers for each of you.R I P.mr.BLUE MOON MAN.
January 28, 2017
My condolences to the Mundy family. My dad played Blue Moon when I growing up. He will be remembered throughout many years. So sorry for your loss.
G. Freeman
January 28, 2017
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
January 27, 2017
Dear Janet
My deepest sympathy and prayers go out to you and your family. "Bingo" will long be remembered throughout the years by just turning on the "Oldies but Goodies" music on the radio. It is truly a "Blue Moon" day to learn of his passing.
God bless the family of one gentle and loving man - Bingo.
Vicki
Bethel Park, PA
The Hands Family
January 27, 2017
My condolences to the family on the
loss of Mr.Ronald Bingo Munday.
May the words Jesus spoke at John 6:44
bring you comfort at this difficult time.
January 27, 2017
My deepest sympathy to the Mundy family. His music is part of the fabric of so many of our lives during our teenage years. His music made us feel carefree and energetic. May treasured memories and the peace from God which surpasses all understanding be yours. Php. 4:6-7
Rebecca Lee
January 26, 2017
My deepest condolences to the family.
Love ya Sharon. Will keep you in Prayer
January 26, 2017
Mr Mundy's music was well like by many many fans. May the Almighty a God of comfort be with them. God love and care for you.
January 26, 2017
Dear Mundy family, Please accept my deepest sympathy on your loved one's passing. I grew up listening to his music and dancing to it at high school dances. Those truly were the best years of my young life. Rest in peace.
January 26, 2017
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Marvin Gilmore
January 26, 2017
Dear Janet, my condolences to you, and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gary Gilmore
January 26, 2017
Dear Janet,
Please accept my deepest sympathy. I never knew that Bingo was so famous as a singer. I remember the fun times we had at Sears at Allegheny Center. You were clearly the very capable office manager, and I admired you for your consistent cool in handling many situations. I will listen very attentively to any renditions of the Marcels in the future and think of Bingo. I know he will be missed by many. Please extend my sympathies to your family.
From your former coworker at Sears, Clare Hoke
Marie scotty
January 26, 2017
Special prayers for entire family. (A wonderful family, nothing went to his head. Love you all
Audrey Robinson
January 26, 2017
Sending my prayers, love, and condolences to Janet and the Mundy Family. I remember your courtship and years of love and marriage.
May God keep His Arms around you during your bereavement and grieving period giving you strength. He will be missed as an icon but most of all a man who loved his family. RIP Bingo!
January 26, 2017
my favorite song when i was in the navy early 60s. rip mr. mundy
Sheila Gilmore
January 26, 2017
To the Family - I am so sorry of your loss. May your fondest memories of Bingo be with you throughout these troubled days ahead. Praying for your comfort.. Sheila Gilmore
D Tyler
January 26, 2017
Deep condolences to the Mundy family. I love Blue Moon it was a hit back in the day and still will be among younger generations. Philippians 4:13
January 26, 2017
I am sorry for your loss. God will open his hand and satisfy the desire of every living thing. Psalm 145:16
Brown Family
January 26, 2017
Janet, Family, Friends,
So sorry to learn of the loss of your ear loved one. Everyone loved his music. He is missed. Shared his precious memories with others. May the God who gives peace be with all of you.
m martin
January 26, 2017
Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss.I still today sing the songs of the Marcels, especially Blue Moon, LolliPop, Heartaches...good music, good times. I hope you can find comfort in the words found at
1Thess 4:13,14...we will see him again.
good
Jerry Rembowski
January 25, 2017
You and your group the Marcels were pretty good for having such hits as ''Blue moon'' and ''Heartaches. You were a pretty good vocal group. doo-wop is the word for it. and Ronald you are now in Rock n' roll heaven and may peace be with you.
Elizabeth Garrett
January 25, 2017
my condolences to the Mundy family for your lost he will be missed but never forgotten
Valenda Newell
January 25, 2017
MUCH RESPECT FOR THE DOO-WOP ERA IN MUSIC, I WILL ALWAYS KEEP THAT LOVE ALIVE. THANKS "BINGO" FOR GIVING THE WORLD GREAT MUSIC, FANS WILL FOREVER REMEMBER "BLUE MOON". PRAYERS AND BLESSINGS TO FAMILY AND FRIENDS...RIH
Marie Scotty
January 25, 2017
My SINCERE sympathy and PRAYERS. He always acted as HIMSELF and was a true PERSON. Unable to make it due to health. Would like to have your address to send card. Ben has my phone number Thank you for always being you. God Bless
Debra Woods
January 25, 2017
What an awesome music era you came from. Thank you for your talent and songs we will never forget. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. God Bless.
January 25, 2017
My deepest condolences to the Mundy family. May your loved one forever Rest in Peace.
GB in Colonie NY
Carol Kapetanovich
January 25, 2017
Dear Mundy family. You all have my sincere condolences on the loss of Bingo. I will always remember His great smile and what a really nice person he was. I have not seen him since our high school days but always see that young man when I hear the Marcels on the radio. My thoughts and prayers to you all. Carol Gibson Kapetanovich Allegheny H S class of June 1959
michelle plakas-kaiser
January 25, 2017
RIP
January 25, 2017
Truly saddened to hear about Ronald "Bingo" Mundy. His fine legacy will surely be remembered. I hope to meet him in Paradise! (Luke23:43)
Denny Scalese
January 25, 2017
To the family
I am very sorry for your loss. You all have my deepest sympathies.
CC.
January 25, 2017
With heartfelt sympathy, I'm truly sorry for your loss. May 'God' give the MUNDY FAMILY peace at this most difficult time. We enjoyed all their music back then.
January 25, 2017
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
A. C.
January 25, 2017
My condolences to the Mundy family for the loss of your dearly loved and talented Ronald. May the fond memories and happy times bring joy to your hearts and may the loving prayer with a promise recorded in Matthew 6:9-13 give you some peace and comfort during this difficult time.
RC
January 25, 2017
To The Family Of Ronald Mundy
My condolences to the family during this time of such great sorrow. May you find comfort in knowing that Almighty God is close to those brokenhearted.
January 25, 2017
grew up on all the doo-wop music. Blue moon was my #1. God bless Ron Mundy. He is singing with the angels now. God bless his family.
A fan from Connecticut
January 25, 2017
R.I.P. YOU WERE A FANTASTIC VOCALIST. ONE OF MY FAVORITE GROUPS...."THE MARCELS". BACK IN THE DAY OF "GOOD MUSIC" !!
FTMY, FL.
JERRY MELLIX
JERRY MELLIX
January 25, 2017
My condolences to the family and close friends. I've known Bingo since the late 60's and performed with him and other members of The Marcels.
ARL
January 25, 2017
I am deeply saddened to learn about the passing of Mr Ronald Mundy. I extend my heartfelt condolences to the family and friends. May God's word found in Hosea 13:14 be of strength and courage to you all in this difficult time. My prayers are with you all.
January 25, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Juanita Janey
January 25, 2017
To The Family:
So sorry for your lost. As I was growing up my family always play the oldies. I remember Blue Moon when I was a kid. Such wonderful talent.
That talent will never be forgotten, heaven gain another wonderful voice. May God give you the strength to carry on.
With Deepest Sympathy,
WMC
January 25, 2017
R.I.P " BINGO "
January 25, 2017
Please accept my condolences on the loss of your love one.
Evans Family
January 25, 2017
Our sincere condolences to the grieving family. In just a little while, all of the pain and sorrow that we feel from the death of our love ones will be replaced with joy, because the former things have passed away.
Thoughts and prayers are with you. Psalms 90:1
Bingo and his friends gave us music to enjoy and remember.
Carmen DiGiacomo
January 24, 2017
B Hollins
January 24, 2017
So sorry to hear of the passing of Ronald . His talented voice will always remain in the hearts of so many. May God comfort your hearts during this sad time. 2Thess 2:17
BH
Betty
January 24, 2017
Loved his music. He will be singing forever now.
January 24, 2017
Sorry for the lost of your dear love one. John 5:8-9 gives us a hope.
Kath
January 24, 2017
It's times like these I draw comfort from the words found st Psalm 61:2 "From the ends of the earth I will cry out to you when my heart is in dispair. Lead me onto a rock that this higher then I am." I hope it beings your family great comfort as well.
Kathryn Irby
January 24, 2017
"Blue Moon" was one of my absolute favorite hits of the 60's. Thank you for your memorable musical contributions, and thanks for the memories. Rest in Peace, "Bingo."
Theresa Dunn
January 24, 2017
Janet, you and your family have my deepest sympathies. God bless you all.
Theresa
January 24, 2017
May he Rest in Peace. He will now be beautifully singing for our Lord.
GGC. Florida
January 24, 2017
I can't imagine the pain you must feel after losing such a beautiful person. I offer my sincere condolences, and pray the Father of tender mercies continues to comfort you during this difficult time (2Co 1:4).
January 24, 2017
May it comfort you to know that God as well as others care. So sorry for your loss.
Sincerely
Scott Chamberland
January 24, 2017
Rest in Peace
Virgil Varner
January 24, 2017
Blue Moon-You saw Me standing there alone...How true. How true. Thanks 'Bingo'. Family be strong in Love.
Marie Scotty
January 24, 2017
Janet and Family, My deepest sympathy and prayers. He was a wonderful man who cared about people. God Bless. Because of illness I won't be able to make it to funeral home. Love You
C. L.
January 24, 2017
My deepest condolences. I remember "Blue Moon" fondly. May your hearts have the peace of God to sustain you during your time of grief.
Harry Simpson
January 24, 2017
Godspeed, and thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.
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