Celebration of life for legendary Philly DJ Jerry Blavat to be streamed live
"Jerry wished for a big celebration of life," his family's statement said. "And we have a big one planned."
PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- The celebration of life for legendary Philadelphia DJ Jerry Blavat will be available for everyone to watch, even if you can't attend the service in person.
Blavat passed away on Friday, January 20. He was 82 years old.
"Thank you again for all of the kindness and shared thoughts over the past several days. We have heard from so many who loved Jerry as much as we did," his family said in a statement on Tuesday. "We appreciate all of the prayers, love, support and memories - oh, those memories."
Services for the entertainer known as "The Geator with the Heater" and "The Boss with the Hot Sauce" will be held Saturday, Jan. 28 at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul at 18th and the Parkway in Philadelphia.
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"Jerry wished for a big celebration of life," his family's statement said. "And we have a big one planned."
The family tells 6abc that singer Dionne Warwick will deliver the eulogy.
The viewing will begin at 9 a.m. and the Mass is set to begin at 11:30 a.m.
Mourners who are unable to attend in person will still be able to be a part of Blavat's final farewell. A live stream of the service will be offered on Saturday morning starting at 11 a.m.
We will also provide the livestream on 6abc.com, the 6abc news app and the 6abc streaming TV apps.
"On behalf of our family, thank you," the statement concluded. "Jerry loved all of you."
