Laverne's father, Frank DeFazio, was played by Phil Foster, while Eddie Mekka played Shirley’s occasional ... “What they’re doing - running down the street singing ‘Schlemiel!

aka Eddie Mekka, a man who was remembered and celebrated for his love of singing, dancing, acting and, most importantly, making people laugh, even at inappropriate times. In the opening remarks ...

More: For Eddie Mekka, the Big Ragoo ... Mekka was given ample opportunity to show off his singing, tap-dancing and gymnastic skills, which he perfected in the annual school variety show at ...

14 Jane Powell, 92: The actress, who was known for her small stature but large singing voice ... Story” and “Into the Woods”; Nov. 26 Eddie Mekka, 69: The actor was best known for his ...

As Carmine Ragusa on the hit sitcom, he got to show off his singing, tap-dancing and gymnastic skills — and to croon “Rags to Riches” many times. By Anita Gates Eddie Mekka, the actor best ...

(CNN) - Actor Eddie Mekka died at age 69 at his California home last Saturday. The cause of death is not known. Mekka was best known for portraying Carmine “The Big Ragoo” Ragusa on the hit TV show ...

(CNN) - Actor Eddie Mekka died at age 69 at his California home last Saturday. The cause of death is not known. Mekka was best known for portraying Carmine “The Big Ragoo” Ragusa on the hit TV ...