Three things are immediately clear when you meet Danny Scholl. He is a fighter; has unshakable faith in God; and an incredible loyalty to America.
Yes, he had enormous health issues after four strokes and a bout with cancer, but he lived a life with concern for others.
From the back cover of his "No Man Is An Island" Album:
Born in Cincinnati, Ohio. Danny’s first break in showbiz came when he won a talent show in his hometown. A few years later he was singing with the Glenn Miller orchestra. Danny followed Miller into the Army Air Corps and toured with the Air Force show “Winged Victory”.
Volunteering for overseas duty, the "singing soldier" was sent to Iwo Jima. There he singlehandedly captured seven enemy soldiers and in the process sustained a broken spine. The Air Force honored Danny with two bronze stars for bravery and released him back to civilian life.
Home again, Danny hit Broadway with starring roles in such musical comedies as Texas Li'l Darlin, Oklahoma, Pajama Game and more. In great demand for television shows, Danny appeared with Jackie Gleason, Bob Hope, Perry Como, etc.
During his 44th performance on Jack Paar's "Tonight"show, Danny suffered the first stroke. During rehearsal for a subsequent show, Danny was hit by a second stroke. Tests revealed a need for brain surgery. Following intensive treatment, Danny Scholl – the man no one expected to live – bounced back; eventually landing a movie role in The Texan with Roy Calhoun.
A year later, a third stroke hit with the prognosis that Danny would never again walk or sing. Daily in the hospital, Danny struggled to make sounds with his voice. Five months later came the sound "ah". A year later came the title song to this album "No Man Is An Island".
1979 brought Danny a fourth stroke. He was again told he would "never sing". Each day Danny prayed and promised God that if his voice was restored he would use it to inspire others. Early in 1983 Danny was bubbling with the good news... His voice was back!
Danny was an accomplished actor and singer and well known for Musical Comedy Time (1950), Top Banana (1954) and The Colgate Comedy Hour (1950). His Broadway credits also include: The Vamp (1955); Top Banana (1951 - 1952); Texas, Li'l Darlin' (1949 - 1950); Call Me Mister (1946 - 1948); Winged Victory (1943 - 1944). But he will long be remembered for his charity benefit performances and support.
Danny passed away on June 21, 1983 at the age of 61. He is survived by his brother, Arthur, and sister, Louise.
Mass of Christian Burial at Our Mother of Sorrows in Roselawn.
Burial with Veteran Services at Rest Haven Memorial Park in Evendale, Ohio.
Yes, he had enormous health issues after four strokes and a bout with cancer, but he lived a life with concern for others.
From the back cover of his "No Man Is An Island" Album:
Born in Cincinnati, Ohio. Danny’s first break in showbiz came when he won a talent show in his hometown. A few years later he was singing with the Glenn Miller orchestra. Danny followed Miller into the Army Air Corps and toured with the Air Force show “Winged Victory”.
Volunteering for overseas duty, the "singing soldier" was sent to Iwo Jima. There he singlehandedly captured seven enemy soldiers and in the process sustained a broken spine. The Air Force honored Danny with two bronze stars for bravery and released him back to civilian life.
Home again, Danny hit Broadway with starring roles in such musical comedies as Texas Li'l Darlin, Oklahoma, Pajama Game and more. In great demand for television shows, Danny appeared with Jackie Gleason, Bob Hope, Perry Como, etc.
During his 44th performance on Jack Paar's "Tonight"show, Danny suffered the first stroke. During rehearsal for a subsequent show, Danny was hit by a second stroke. Tests revealed a need for brain surgery. Following intensive treatment, Danny Scholl – the man no one expected to live – bounced back; eventually landing a movie role in The Texan with Roy Calhoun.
A year later, a third stroke hit with the prognosis that Danny would never again walk or sing. Daily in the hospital, Danny struggled to make sounds with his voice. Five months later came the sound "ah". A year later came the title song to this album "No Man Is An Island".
1979 brought Danny a fourth stroke. He was again told he would "never sing". Each day Danny prayed and promised God that if his voice was restored he would use it to inspire others. Early in 1983 Danny was bubbling with the good news... His voice was back!
Danny was an accomplished actor and singer and well known for Musical Comedy Time (1950), Top Banana (1954) and The Colgate Comedy Hour (1950). His Broadway credits also include: The Vamp (1955); Top Banana (1951 - 1952); Texas, Li'l Darlin' (1949 - 1950); Call Me Mister (1946 - 1948); Winged Victory (1943 - 1944). But he will long be remembered for his charity benefit performances and support.
Danny passed away on June 21, 1983 at the age of 61. He is survived by his brother, Arthur, and sister, Louise.
Mass of Christian Burial at Our Mother of Sorrows in Roselawn.
Burial with Veteran Services at Rest Haven Memorial Park in Evendale, Ohio.
Three things are immediately clear when you meet Danny Scholl. He is a fighter; has unshakable faith in God; and an incredible loyalty to America.
Yes, he had enormous health issues after four strokes and a bout with cancer, but he lived a life with concern for others.
From the back cover of his "No Man Is An Island" Album:
Born in Cincinnati, Ohio. Danny’s first break in showbiz came when he won a talent show in his hometown. A few years later he was singing with the Glenn Miller orchestra. Danny followed Miller into the Army Air Corps and toured with the Air Force show “Winged Victory”.
Volunteering for overseas duty, the "singing soldier" was sent to Iwo Jima. There he singlehandedly captured seven enemy soldiers and in the process sustained a broken spine. The Air Force honored Danny with two bronze stars for bravery and released him back to civilian life.
Home again, Danny hit Broadway with starring roles in such musical comedies as Texas Li'l Darlin, Oklahoma, Pajama Game and more. In great demand for television shows, Danny appeared with Jackie Gleason, Bob Hope, Perry Como, etc.
During his 44th performance on Jack Paar's "Tonight"show, Danny suffered the first stroke. During rehearsal for a subsequent show, Danny was hit by a second stroke. Tests revealed a need for brain surgery. Following intensive treatment, Danny Scholl – the man no one expected to live – bounced back; eventually landing a movie role in The Texan with Roy Calhoun.
A year later, a third stroke hit with the prognosis that Danny would never again walk or sing. Daily in the hospital, Danny struggled to make sounds with his voice. Five months later came the sound "ah". A year later came the title song to this album "No Man Is An Island".
1979 brought Danny a fourth stroke. He was again told he would "never sing". Each day Danny prayed and promised God that if his voice was restored he would use it to inspire others. Early in 1983 Danny was bubbling with the good news... His voice was back!
Danny was an accomplished actor and singer and well known for Musical Comedy Time (1950), Top Banana (1954) and The Colgate Comedy Hour (1950). His Broadway credits also include: The Vamp (1955); Top Banana (1951 - 1952); Texas, Li'l Darlin' (1949 - 1950); Call Me Mister (1946 - 1948); Winged Victory (1943 - 1944). But he will long be remembered for his charity benefit performances and support.
Danny passed away on June 21, 1983 at the age of 61. He is survived by his brother, Arthur, and sister, Louise.
Mass of Christian Burial at Our Mother of Sorrows in Roselawn.
Burial with Veteran Services at Rest Haven Memorial Park in Evendale, Ohio.
Yes, he had enormous health issues after four strokes and a bout with cancer, but he lived a life with concern for others.
From the back cover of his "No Man Is An Island" Album:
Born in Cincinnati, Ohio. Danny’s first break in showbiz came when he won a talent show in his hometown. A few years later he was singing with the Glenn Miller orchestra. Danny followed Miller into the Army Air Corps and toured with the Air Force show “Winged Victory”.
Volunteering for overseas duty, the "singing soldier" was sent to Iwo Jima. There he singlehandedly captured seven enemy soldiers and in the process sustained a broken spine. The Air Force honored Danny with two bronze stars for bravery and released him back to civilian life.
Home again, Danny hit Broadway with starring roles in such musical comedies as Texas Li'l Darlin, Oklahoma, Pajama Game and more. In great demand for television shows, Danny appeared with Jackie Gleason, Bob Hope, Perry Como, etc.
During his 44th performance on Jack Paar's "Tonight"show, Danny suffered the first stroke. During rehearsal for a subsequent show, Danny was hit by a second stroke. Tests revealed a need for brain surgery. Following intensive treatment, Danny Scholl – the man no one expected to live – bounced back; eventually landing a movie role in The Texan with Roy Calhoun.
A year later, a third stroke hit with the prognosis that Danny would never again walk or sing. Daily in the hospital, Danny struggled to make sounds with his voice. Five months later came the sound "ah". A year later came the title song to this album "No Man Is An Island".
1979 brought Danny a fourth stroke. He was again told he would "never sing". Each day Danny prayed and promised God that if his voice was restored he would use it to inspire others. Early in 1983 Danny was bubbling with the good news... His voice was back!
Danny was an accomplished actor and singer and well known for Musical Comedy Time (1950), Top Banana (1954) and The Colgate Comedy Hour (1950). His Broadway credits also include: The Vamp (1955); Top Banana (1951 - 1952); Texas, Li'l Darlin' (1949 - 1950); Call Me Mister (1946 - 1948); Winged Victory (1943 - 1944). But he will long be remembered for his charity benefit performances and support.
Danny passed away on June 21, 1983 at the age of 61. He is survived by his brother, Arthur, and sister, Louise.
Mass of Christian Burial at Our Mother of Sorrows in Roselawn.
Burial with Veteran Services at Rest Haven Memorial Park in Evendale, Ohio.
