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A Chicago icon probably more recognizable than the president, RIP!
11:40 a.m. CDT, April 27, 2011
NORTHLAKE, Ill.— Elmer Lynn Hauldren, better known to millions as the 'Empire Carpet man', has died at the age of 89.
Hauldren was a decorated World War II veteran who began appearing in Empire television ads in the 1970's.
He was the voice of the famous Empire character and mascot, and worked with the company until his passing.
He helped signature the "800-588-2300 Empire" jingle, making it one of the nation's most popular jingles.
In addition to his television work, he appeared in local theater and short videos and he sang in a barbershop quartet.
11:40 a.m. CDT, April 27, 2011
NORTHLAKE, Ill.— Elmer Lynn Hauldren, better known to millions as the 'Empire Carpet man', has died at the age of 89.
Hauldren was a decorated World War II veteran who began appearing in Empire television ads in the 1970's.
He was the voice of the famous Empire character and mascot, and worked with the company until his passing.
He helped signature the "800-588-2300 Empire" jingle, making it one of the nation's most popular jingles.
In addition to his television work, he appeared in local theater and short videos and he sang in a barbershop quartet.
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Thats Sad, any one who creates a jingle that isn't annoying is a American Hero IMHO.0
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Anyone who sings in a barbershop quartet is awesome in my book."FF, I've heard the droning about the Sawx being the baby dolls. Yeah, I get it, you guys invented baseball and suffered forever. I get it." -JearlPam09250
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81 Needing a ride to Forest Hills and a ounce of weed. Please inquire within. Thanks. Or not. Posts: 58,276do you two text each other and say "it's time to post on the pj forum"? :P81 is now off the air
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