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Turtles Co-Founder Mark Volman Dies at 78 After Lewy Body Dementia Battle
5 Sep
Summary
- Prominent music figure Mark Volman passed away in Nashville
- Co-founded the 1960s pop group The Turtles, known for "Happy Together"
- Continued performing despite battling Lewy body dementia
Mark Volman, a prominent figure in the music industry, tragically passed away in Nashville last week at the age of 78. Volman was the co-founder of the beloved 1960s pop group The Turtles, best known for their chart-topping hit "Happy Together".
After The Turtles disbanded in 1970, Volman reinvented himself as part of the duo Flo & Eddie, touring with Frank Zappa's Mothers of Invention and providing backing vocals for various artists. In his later years, Volman earned a master's degree in screenwriting and went on to teach music at Belmont University in Nashville.
Sadly, Volman had been battling Lewy body dementia, a progressive neurological disorder, since 2020. Despite his declining health, he continued to participate in the annual "Happy Together" oldies tours in the years that followed. Volman's unwavering passion for music and his ability to persevere in the face of adversity are a testament to his remarkable resilience and dedication.
The news of Volman's passing has deeply saddened the music community, as he leaves behind a lasting legacy as a co-founder of the iconic Turtles and a beloved figure in the industry. His contributions to the world of music will be fondly remembered and celebrated for years to come.
