Ernest Ball
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Ernest Roland Ball[1] (July 22, 1878 ā May 3, 1927) was an American singer and songwriter, most famous for composing the music for the song "When Irish Eyes Are Smiling" in 1912. Ball was not Irish although the lyricists were.
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Born | (1878-07-22)July 22, 1878 |
Died | May 3, 1927(1927-05-03) (aged 48) |
Resting place | Lake View Cemetery |
Spouse | Jessie Mae Jewett |
Relatives | Ernie Ball (grandson) Hannah Marks (great-great granddaughter) |
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