He had entered a … Louis Prima. It is a neighborhood bar for … A tireless showman and an underrated musical talent, Louis Prima swung his way to icon status thanks to an irresistible, infectious sound whose appeal translated across generations. March 7, 1888 OBITUARY Louisa M. Alcott Dead By THE NEW YORK TIMES. Luis Enrique Children – Luis Enrique Family Norfolk native Keely Smith, a singing sensation with husband Louis Prima, dies at 89. Louis Leo Prima was an American singer, actor, songwriter, bandleader, and trumpeter. Osteosarcoma is a rare type of bone cancer that develops in growing bones. Former heavyweight champion and top gate attraction Primo Carnera was one of the biggest boxing stars of the 1930s, and left an unique legacy in … She later married Prima, and the two became a popular Las Vegas lounge act. The cause of death was not announced immediately, but Mr. Krupa had been suffering from benign leukemia for the last 10 years. Louis Leo Prima: Date of death: 24 August 1978 New Orleans: Manner of death: natural causes; Cause of death: pneumonia; Work period (start) 1929: Country of citizenship: United States of America; Occupation: trumpeter; singer; singer-songwriter; actor; Spouse: Gia Maione (1963–1978) Keely Smith (1953–1961) Xana Martínez’s cause of death was Osteosarcoma (bone cancer). Birthplace: New Orleans, LA Location of death: New Orleans, LA Cause of death: Pneumonia Remains: Buried, Metairie Cemetery, New Or. Friendly Lounge, a portal to a different era situated at the corner of Eighth Street and Washington Avenue, was opened in the 1950s by John "Skinny Razor" DiTullio - a loan shark and, according to some, a local Mafia underboss. King of the Swingers. For decades, Prima … The cause was not immediately disclosed. Coming so soon after the death of her father the suddenly announced decease of Miss Alcott brings a double sorrow to the many friends of the family, while the loss of this talented writer will be felt far and wide among the many readers of her favorite books. For Disney, he is best known for having been the original voice of King Louie in The Jungle Book. BOSTON, Mass., March 6.--Miss Louisa M. Alcott died this morning. He also recorded the 1974 concept album Let's Hear It for Robin Hood, in response to the fact that he was not given a part in Robin Hood. Nominally a swing artist, Prima's distinctive sound also encompassed New Orleans-style jazz, boogie-woogie, jump blues, R&B, early rock & roll, and even the occasional Italian tarantella. Smith, who died Saturday, was discovered by bandleader Louis Prima as a teenager. The cause of the cancer is unknown but it is thought to be related to rapid bone growth, such as adolescence, making it most common in teenagers and young adults. ... Bob Merlis, confirmed the death in a statement. Originally broadcast in 2000. Father: Anthony Prima Mother: Angelina Brother: Leon Prima (older) Sister: Elizabeth Prima (younger) Wife: Louise Polizzi (m. 25-Jun-1929, div. Louis Prima was a talented singer, songwriter and trumpeter, but perhaps what the bandleader did best was reinvent himself.