Tag Archives: Connie Francis

Rest In Peace Connie Francis

Posted on July 17, 2025 by Tina Garceau

We took these photos in 2017 when Connie Francis was The Grand Marshal of the Columbus Day Parade in South Philadelphia. She was very sweet and was thrilled that our son was familiar with her music. Thanks for the music … Continue reading →

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Jerry Blavat

Posted on January 20, 2023 by Tina Garceau

I found out this morning that Jerry Blavat passed away. He was a Philadelphia DJ/institution who hosted Philly’s annual Columbus Day Parade. As a popular DJ, he was as important to Rock and Roll music as the musicians. He seemed … Continue reading →

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Philadelphia Columbus Day Parade 2017

Posted on October 9, 2017 by Tina Garceau

Who’s Sorry Now? Not me, I got to meet the magnificent Connie Francis, Grand Marshal of Philadelphia’s Columbus Day Parade held yesterday on Broad Street. Pictured is Ms. Francis with disc jockey Jerry Blavat – “The Geator with the Heater”. More photos … Continue reading →

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