Bob Eberly. In 1938, Glenn Miller, who was looking for a male vocalist for his big band, asked Bob Eberly if he had any siblings at home who could sing. [7] He also appeared on numerous television variety shows in the 1950s and 1960s. Eberle mostly sang ballads. In 1980, Eberly had one lung removed but still continued to sing. [6] From 1940-43 he did well on Billboard (magazine)'s "College Poll" for male vocalist. [2], Eberly was born Robert Eberle but changed the spelling of his surname slightly to the homonymous Eberly. This was a very special evening for WYYR and the Eberle family. Also thanks for putting up with all the jokes! Frank Sinatra paid for the operation, even though the two singers had never met. Eberle was born in Mechanicville, Saratoga County, New York. Ray started singing in his teens, with no formal training. Bob & Ray received more requests over the past 30 years of the Big Band Broadcast than anyone else! [8], https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Ray_Eberle&oldid=983164301, Wikipedia articles with MusicBrainz identifiers, Wikipedia articles with SNAC-ID identifiers, Wikipedia articles with SUDOC identifiers, Wikipedia articles with WorldCat identifiers, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License, This page was last edited on 12 October 2020, at 16:46. In 1980, Eberly had one lung removed but still continued to sing. Bob Eberly. Here it is along with a photo of myself with Peg. Once again, this has been the best evening ever! He died on November 17, 1981 in Glen Burnie, Maryland, USA. Language; Watch; Edit; Robert Eberly (born Robert Eberle; July 24, 1916 – November 17, 1981) was an American big band vocalist best known for his association with Jimmy Dorsey and his duets with Helen O'Connell. Background information; Birth name: Robert Eberle: Born July … Bob Eberly (July 24, 1916 – November 17, 1981) was a big band vocalist.He was born in Mechanicville, New York and was the brother of another well-known big-band singer, Ray Eberle. .imvustylez_marquee { He was married to Florine Callahan. Background information; Birth name: Raymond Eberle: Born January 19, 1919 Mechanicville, New York, U.S. Died: August 25, 1979 (aged 60) Douglasville, Georgia, U.S. In 1938, Glenn Miller, who was looking for a male vocalist for his big band, asked Bob Eberly if he had any siblings at home who could sing. Eberly was married to Florine Callahan from January 23, 1940 until his death in 1981; the couple had three children; Robert Jr., Kathy and Rene. Raymond Eberle (January 19, 1919 – August 25, 1979) was a vocalist during the Big Band Era, making his name with the Glenn Miller Orchestra. [8], https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Ray_Eberle&oldid=983164301, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License, This page was last edited on 12 October 2020, at 16:46. Robert Jr. went on to sing professionally and although he was talented, he never achieved the popularity of his father which was due, in part, to the changing times and the diminishing nightclub scene. He also has numerous grandchildren. Ray Eberle. After his departure from Miller, Eberle briefly joined Gene Krupa's band before launching a solo career. BORDER-BOTTOM: #ffffff 0px; BORDER-LEFT: #ffffff 0px; BACKGROUND-COLOR: transparent; COLOR: #ffffd4; FONT-SIZE: 20px; BORDER-TOP: #ffffff 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: #ffffff 0px Eberly was married to Florine Callahan from January 23, 1940 until his death in 1981; the couple had three children; Robert Jr., Kathy and Rene. Except for regular appearances on TV’s Top Tunes and a season on television with O’Connell and the Ray Anthony band in 1953, he was relegated to singing in small clubs. Ray started singing in his teens, with no formal training. Also thanks for putting up with all the jokes! The song became a jazz and pop standard. Another brother, Al, was a Hoosick Falls, New York, village trustee.[3]. Born: July 24, 1916 Mechanicsville, NY. Bob Eberly died of a heart attack in 1981. Ray had two sons from his second marriage to Joanne Eberle (née Genthon), Ray Eberle Jr. and John Eberle. [5] He appeared in the Twentieth Century Fox movies, Sun Valley Serenade (1941) and Orchestra Wives (1942). His younger brother, Ray Eberle, sang with Glenn Miller and later led his own band. .imvustylez_marquee { [2] Their father, John A. Eberle, was a policeman, sign-painter, and tavern-keeper. Janet's daughter Nancy Atchison became Nancy Eberle when she was adopted by Ray. His younger brother Ray was also a big-band singer, making his name with Glenn Miller and His Orchestra. His elder brother, Bob Eberly, sang with the Jimmy Dorsey Orchestra. He was quite succesful in his day as a big band vocalist, best known for his association with Jimmy Dorsey and his duets with Helen O'Connell. We are also fortunate to have their two sisters on the show to help us! His elder brother, Bob Eberly, sang with the Jimmy Dorsey Orchestra. Ray started singing in his teens, with no formal training. This production has got to be one of the most entertaining we ever had. Bob said "yes", and Ray was hired on the spot. Simon noted that when singing in lower keys, Eberle's sound was richer.[3]. Bob Eberly was born on July 24, 1916 in Mechanicsville, New York, USA as Robert Eberle. Bob’s brother, Ray Eberle (who kept the original spelling of the family name) was also a vocalist who sang with Glenn Miller before leading his own band.-- Sandra Burlingame. We received more calls than ever! His younger brother Ray was also a big-band singer, making his name with Glenn Miller and His Orchestra. His elder brother was Big Band singer Bob Eberly, who sang with the Jimmy Dorsey Orchestra. In 1953, Eberly and Helen O'Connell headlined a summer replacement program for Perry Como's CBS television show. But after the first twenty minutes, we realized we didn't know what to expect. Janet's daughter Nancy Atchison became Nancy Eberle when she was adopted by Ray. BOB EBERLY was born on July 24, 1916 in Mechanicville, New York. Ray had two sons from his second marriage to Joanne Eberle (née Genthon), Ray Eberle Jr. and John Eberle. His father, John A. Eberle, was a local policeman, sign-painter, and publican (tavern-keeper). [1], Eberle recalled walking by a table when his similar-looking brother was performing, and being stopped by Miller and invited to audition. Janet died in 1964. In 1938, Glenn Miller, who was looking for a male vocalist for his big band, asked Bob Eberly if he had any siblings at home who could sing. Aside from the fans... also calling in are: Jan Eberle, Bob Eberly Jr., and so many more surprises! He died of a heart attack in 1981 in Glen Burnie, Maryland, at the age of 65. Eberle was stuck in traffic one day during a Chicago engagement, and was late for a rehearsal. He also has numerous grandchildren. Brother of Ray Eberle.The brothers sang with of Tommy and Jimmy Dorsey, Glenn Miller. His elder brother was Big Band singer Bob Eberly, who sang with the Jimmy Dorsey Orchestra. [1] His younger brother Ray was also a big-band singer, making his name with Glenn Miller and His Orchestra. He recorded the original version of "I'm Glad There Is You" in 1942 with Jimmy Dorsey and His Orchestra on Decca Records. Eberle was born in Mechanicville, Saratoga County, New York. His younger brother Ray was also a big-band singer, most notably with Glenn Miller's orchestra. His father, John A. Eberle, was a local policeman, sign-painter, and publican (tavern-keeper). [2], https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Bob_Eberly&oldid=983164328, Wikipedia articles with MusicBrainz identifiers, Wikipedia articles with SNAC-ID identifiers, Wikipedia articles with WorldCat identifiers, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License, This page was last edited on 12 October 2020, at 16:47.