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Mark Volman, Turtles Co-Founder, Dies at 78
Mark Volman, a singer from the band The Turtles, has passed away.
The Turtles were famous in the 1960s for songs like "Happy Together."
After the Turtles, he formed Flo & Eddie.
They worked with famous musicians and even contributed to a children's TV show.
He also went to college and taught music later in life.
Many people remember him fondly for his voice and fun personality.
He was diagnosed with a condition in 2020 and died at age 78.
Mark Volman, a founding member of The Turtles, has died at age 78.
He passed away after a brief illness in Nashville.
Volman and Howard Kaylan formed Flo & Eddie after The Turtles.
They collaborated with Frank Zappa and provided vocals for artists like T. Rex.
Volman earned degrees and taught music business at Belmont University.
- Who
- Mark Volman, co-founder of The Turtles and member of Flo & Eddie.
- What
- Died at age 78.
- Where
- Nashville.
- When
- Friday.
- Why
- Following a brief, unexpected illness.
Key facts
- Full Name
- Mark Volman
- Age at Death
- 78
- Cause of Death
- Brief, unexpected illness
- Known For
- Founding member of The Turtles and Flo & Eddie
- Hit Songs
- Happy Together, It Ain’t Me Babe, Elenore
- Other Work
- Performed with Frank Zappa, T. Rex; taught music business
- Education
- Bachelor's and Master's degrees
Quotes
Micky Dolenz
Musician
“Sad to hear about the passing of my friend Mark Volman. We had a lot of great times over the years, and I’ll always remember his humor, kindness, and that incredible voice that helped give us so many timeless songs with the Turtles”
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Greg Smith
Unknown
“The world lost one of the kindest, funniest, and sweetest people I’ve ever met. Mark Volman AKA “Flo” from The Turtles. I’m heartbroken to say the least. I feel blessed to have toured with him over many years, and spend time on the bus listening to his stories and just talking about everything. I’ll miss his funny lines onstage talking to the audience, and all his antics”
telegraphindia.com
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