Great show again in Westchester! (the first time was at the beginning of June, we believe)?! It was great saying Hi to you, Ron and Danny, before the show, and the "gals"! Thank you so much for the "Elvis B-b-irthday Song"! It was nice talking a little to you, too, Drew at break; and Ric at the end of the show! Look forward to "Rockin' and Rollin'" in the future!

Another great, rockin' fun show in Bloomingdale, Stingrays! Great songs; and good to have a keyboardist for the night-Ric-to be able to add to the song "Great Balls of Fire" by Jerry Lee Lewis; along with "loose Bruce"! Perhaps we'll meet Ric in the future! That was a riot when you sat on my (Barb's) lap, Frank, when you and Bruce went out into the audience! I can't remember the exact song, now! Also, the "Tequila" song with the congo line! It was also nice to talk to you,Ron and Sue;and to say Bye to you, Danny and Frank!

Well, another fun show at the Gazebo in Villa Park yesterday; for the second year in a row! As we had mentioned before, we grew up in that town; and are quite familiar with the "Concert Series"! Great dancing tunes, such as "Rock Around the Clock"; "Shake, Rattle and Roll"; and many others! It was great to talk to you , Danny, before the show, and waving to you, Sue and Frank at the stage, and seeing the other gals and other friends! Oh, and glad we were able to say bye to you at the end, Ron!

Sorry, Barb is late with this again - Anyway, very fun show at Greco's on Friday for Mark (Beatlemark II)! Great set list, nice prizes for the Raffle (we won the BEATLE PUZZLE)! We also took our chances at the "Split the Pot"! It was great talking to all of you guys (and gals)! It was also an honor to sit with Flo, her Mom and friend, Sandy! It was also nice to get to Greco's this month, since it was cancelled last month!

Hi Guys! I get to go to Greco's Friday! Can't wait to see you!

Happy 4th of July, guys and gals! Of course, it's the 5th as I write it - and will be the 6th when it's posted! But that's O.K. just wanted to let you know what a great show in Bensenville yesterday! Nice park and nice big stage for you guys! Great tunes; and thanks for the BEAR'S pillowcase for Chuck's "fabulous StingRay prize"! As we've said before, he's a big Bear's fan! He remembered the answer for Buddy Holly's real name; so he answered this time. I (Barb) kind of remembered the name of the song "Apache", but wasn't positive, so let someone else win something. We're glad you saw us form the stage, Danny and Frank; and thanks for talking to us, Ron, Sue & Frank! Nice seeing the other gals, too!

Just to let you know what a fun time we had at the Westchester Cruise Night yesterday! A beautiful night, too (after the weekend)! Thanks for coming to say Hi to us, guys! Kudos, again to "Loose" Bruce! Great song selection! It was also nice of the photographer to let me (Barb) have the Lei for the "Fabulous StingRay prize"! I thought the answer was "Apache", anyway! Chuck was thinking it, too! Nice seeing the other gals, too!

Well, we had two celebtrations yesterday: The Lilac Parade in Lombard; and the Salvation Army's 175th(something like that) Anniversary! Chuck marched in the parade with an organization at church-the Knights of Columbus and quickly changed when he was done, and we headed over to the Villa Park Gazebo for your Show! Great songs-especially "Rock Around the Clock", "Route 66" and the many others! Great having Tom from the Meteors to fill in! Nice talking to some friends/StingRay gals and some of the Salvation Army people, when we purchased two bricks and got the hot dogs,etc.

I just wanted to thank all the StingRays for helping celebrate my dad's 88th birthday at Manhattan's. He had a wonderful time and could not stop talking about having the best party ever!

It certainly was great to see you guys again... Wish it would have been under happier circumstances... Mark's memory will live on... God bless you

Visitation for Mark will be:
Sunday May 2, 2010 3-8pm
Grein Funeral Home
2114 West Irving Park Road
Chicago, IL
(773) 588-6336
There will be another opportunity to meet with family on:
Monday May 3, 2010 1pm
Rosehill Cemetery
5800 North Ravenswood Avenue
Chicago, IL

I've enjoyed seeing you many times at Manhattan's and various places.Your music was great to dance to and will be missed. My prayers to your family.

Hi Guys, Looking forward to listening and dancing to your music on May 8th. Have not seen you Guys for a while, Bob got a new Hip and is ready to put to some dance moves.

Hi guys, You guys sounded great as always!!! Sorry I couldn't stay longer, but for the time that I was there you guys were sounding better than ever. Talk to you soon. Jerry

Another fun show! Great song selection, like MONKEES "I"m Not Your Steppin" Stone"; "Tequila" (with audience participation)! among others!

Hey StingRays guys and gals-we're looking forward to Saturday's show at Manhattan's!

I love the April Calendar!! Very cool. Is this a new trick? Or have I just not known about it before? Thanks.

Looking forward to another fun night w/ you guys at the lanes! See ya soon!

Hey Frank... ya did a good job subbing with the Renditions on the 3rd. Glad you could help out. See ya next month with the StingRays.

Happy Easter (now evening) to the StingRays and gals! It'll probably be Easter Monday when this is posted, but it's still Easter during the week, right?

Ooooh!!!! Love our pics and the others too. Great and thanks. U guys are the best. I think u should make mini albums of the special events and put in those albums pics of who was there and present them to those GREAT FANS. whadda think? I printed our pics but they don't come out good on my printer, that's why I suggested it.

A little later than we wanted to be; but thanks again for the great show on Friday at Manhattan's! Forgot to return the St. Patrick's (& St. Joseph's on the l9th) Day wishes! Thanks for signing the poster, once again! It's hanging up on the garage wall! Just missed the "Trivia". Perhaps next time?

Love the printable calendar! I have March hanging up at my desk at work.

Yeah, Spring! We'll have to welcome Spring with you guys Friday (although it'll feel like winter Sat. & Sun.; according to the weathermen). It was so nice receiving the postcard and Email!

Great Show at Rolling Lanes, yesterday, guys! You're sounding fantastic with the newest member, Mark! Great solos of "Imagine" (John L.); and "You're Sixteen" (Ringo) of course! A big thank you for playing a MONKEES song - "I'm Not Your Steppin' Stone"! Happy Birthday again, Frank! It was also nice seeing the SR Gals and Fans!

Happy Birthday Frank, my favorite bass player, well next to Paul McCartney that is. Love ya and see you boys tonight. Keep Rocking!

Hi Frank how are you and the guys doin?.. Tell Mark hello my new colony six guy and please tell him to say hi to those guys for me as well from Darlene... Take care love ya always...

Hey guys we have not seen you in a while. Hope to see you soon. Ron how do you like retirement?

A belated HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY, guys (and SR gals)! But a HAPPY MARDI GRAS (or Fat Tuesday)!

I've been a StingRays fan for years, and couldn't imagine them becoming more exciting -- until Beatle Mark! Gentlemen, you ROCK! I love you all.

Hey Mark, I am so happy that you are now a part of this wonderful band. What a great choice all around. See you late Saturday night as my flight gets in later than I thought.

Hi Guys. I just want to say congrats from myself and the rest of The Renditions on finding one of the Crown Jewels in our musical circles. You guys have made a great choice to complement the rest of your talented bunch. I wish you continued success and hope to see you soon.

Hey Mark! Welcome to the Stingrays. Looking forward to seeing and hearing a lot more of you. You are a great musician and I've enjoyed every time I've seen you play with the band. Hope to see you soon! Denise (one of the south side girls!)

Congratulations on Mark being the newest member in the StingRays. What a catch you got in that guy and such talent. Can only make the band that much more better. Play on for many years to come!

I also want to congratulate Mark on joining one of the best bands in the Chicago area. They were totally lost without a keyboard player, and the choice was a great one. See ya all for Valentines Day!

WOW! Great news-I (Barb) just checked in on your website this late Saturday afternoon! "Beatle" Mark is a good choice! As we've mentioned, we did enjoy your show when he filled in with his talent on vocals of songs by Elton John and Beatles, as well as the keyboards, etc! We will probably see you next on your birthday, Frank, at Rolling Lanes!

Happy to see you have "Beatle" Mark on board. I wish all the best to a great bunch of guy's.

Hi Mark, It's me; Joe Garcia. I just want to say "Congrats" on getting the gig with The StingRays. They are a really good band & when Debbie & I saw you guys on Halloween night, you sounded really good with them. We wish you all the best & hope to see you soon at one of your gigs.

Hi to all!! Mark, it's great you're now an official member of the band. Unfortunately, I can't make the next 2 events, but hope to see all of you soon!! Can't wait to go dancing!!

CONGRATS TO ALL! Markie you are a perfect fit to The Stingrays! I will see all of you on the 13th! Love ya'll! Margie xo

We are very happy to hear Mark has joined the band look forward to seeing you soon.

Hi Guys!! I knew Mark down deep really wanted to be a StingRay!! My congratulations on getting a quality guy, and to him for making a great decision!! Deb & I look forward to seeing him and you guys soon!!

MARK, I'M SOOOOOOO HAPPY TO KNOW U R ON BOARD, LOVE THE STINGRAYS, LOVE U (no offense to FLO, love Flo to) U R all GREAT!!!!!!

Welcome "Beatle" Mark to the StingRays can't wait to hear the band again.

Great news and perfect choice. Welcome my friend Happy to see you on board and that the Stingrays quest is over and greatly successful

Hi Guys! Great to have "Beatle" Mark in one of the greatest Oldies Band around. PEACE :)>-, LOVE >:D<, ROCK'N ROLL \:D/, & The Stars & Strips **== Forever!

I'm glad to hear that Beatle Mark will be joining the Sting Ray, He fits in perfectly. You all sound great together. Looking forward to seeing you soon!!

I have not seen you in years. Maybe rolling lanes in February 2010. we have line danced at festivals with you in Westmont.

"New Year's Eve" II (as you referred to it, Frank) was AWESOME! Besides you guys, it was great having the guests, like Jerry from The Renditions! Great song selection, having "Beatle Mark" helping on the keyboards! Thanks for the kaleidoscope for Chuck's "Fabulous StingRay Prize" - hope he wasn't too early in answering! What a way to cap off the show than with a champagne toast?! Thanks for talking to us, guys and StingRay gals!

New Year's Eve I and II were smashing successes! Thanks to Joe, Rob Roy, Jerry, Greg, Tim, Carter, Jack Flash and Jeff for lending us your talents. Special thanks to both our New Year's Eve guest players Loose Bruce and Beatle Mark. And thank you to everyone who chose to ring out the old and ring in the new with us...

Great New Years Eve boys. As usual, the house was rocking. Can't wait to do it again tonight!

It was great spending New Years Eve with you guys, Best wishes for a happy and healthy 2010, with plenty of rock and roll music.