HENRY SAMUELS
April 28, 1923 – April 6, 2012
Originally from Manchester, England, has toured in variety shows throughout Great Britain as a soloist. He later, teamed up with harmonica ensembles, playing in many parts of the world, such as France, Holland, Sweden, South Africa and Australia.
Entertained, for the U.S.O. at various bases in Germany for the U.S. 8th Air Force. Henry, appeared with Julie Andrew, Judy Garland, Frankie Laine, Billie Daniels, Peter Sellers, to name a few stars.
Upon immigrating to the United States he joined the internationally famous Johnny Puleo Harmonica Rascals, touring the United States. Henry then entertained on cruise ships for quite a long time, following the disbandment of the Harmonica Rascals. He played background music for T.V. and Recordings and entertained at various vacation resorts, conventions and social functions for many organizations. Henry was an accomplished master of ceremonies, in setting a good sense of humor into his act, along with vocalizing and his harmonica virtuosity.
Henry, is survived by his daughter Caryle, son-in-law David, as well as his two granddaughters
Brianna 20 and Sabrina 16. Services Tuesday April 10, 2012 at 10:00 AM