These were the men closest to elvis, the ones who knew him bestbilly smith, elvis first cousin. We were not close there but were aware of each other because we both basically dressed alike, unlike most of the guys back then, we wore colorful flashy clothes. One of 5000 copies, this edition unnumbered and signed by marty. Elvis and the memphis mafia by alanna nash, billy smith.
Revelations from the memphis mafia by alanna nash with billy smith, marty lacker, and lamar fike, 1995. Martys musings marty lacker talks about elvis news an ein. This makes sense, because marty had business interests in the recording industry and lots of contacts. Revelations from the memphis mafia, the stories dont change. Elvis was an avid reader and had a vast book collection on a number of subjects including politics, religion. Elvis portrait friend by marty lacker patsy leslie smith. Light rubbing and toning overall, bumps to spine ends, faint soil to page edges. This is one of the best books about elvis that was ever written.
Marty lacker passed away on february, 2017 at the age of 80 leaving behind a great family, loved ones, friends, etc. Elvis and i went to the last year of high school together at humes high in 1953. Elvis, portrait of a friend leslie and lacker, marty smith on. Two respected elvis aides, marty lacker and elviss cousin billy smith, say that although the body found slumped in the bathroom of elviss graceland mansion on august 16, 1977 was certified dead, the real elvis was hundreds of miles away. A personal memoir by one who knew him by chris hutchins who. A member of elvis inner circle, known in the fan world as the memphis mafia, martys friendship with elvis stood the test of time. Funeral home services for martin are being provided by canale funeral directors. At times he and marty discussed politics because he knew marty was interested in it.
Elvis and the memphis mafia by alanna nashbilly smithmarty. Another jewish member of the memphis mafia was marty lacker, sometimes described as his personal sounding board and, along with elviss cousin billy smith, the closest elvis had to true. The memphis mafia was the nickname given by rock n roll icon elvis presley to a group of. On elvis yahrzeit, his not so secret jewish history the. Smith hardcover, 316 pages, published 1979 by wimmer brothers books. So far we have gotten books by and about elvis and his.
Elvis and the memphis mafia by alanna nash booksamillion. Elvis1st edition portrait of a friend deluxe edition by marty lacker, patsy lacker, leslie s. The biggest section of the book was written by marty lacker, and its interesting to note that when. Furthermore there are several individuals who have given of their time, money, efforts, insights, opinions, etc. Smith hardcover, 316 pages, published 1979 by wimmer brothers books isbn. This is one of the better books about life with elvis written by marty lacker and his wife patsy. Marty lacker on elvis being broke july 17, 2016 elvis express radio. In may 1967, together with joe esposito, marty was joint bestman at elviss wedding to priscilla. A few days ago, we featured a news report about a new book, elvis. Marty lacker sadly passes away 22017 the elvis expert. It is written with honesty from his perspective and he has some great memories to reveal. Billy smith elviss first cousin and the person he reputedly loved most after his own mother marty lacker best man at his wedding and foreman of the memphis mafia, the kings handpicked group of gatekeepers and confidants and lamar fike the touring crew member who accompanied him into the army were with elvis. Get the best deals on elvis book when you shop the largest online.
I am so very sorry for loss not just as i type these words but until my time comes to leave this earth. Marty was a member of elviss inner circle and was at one time he was foreman of elvis memphis mafia. Having finished this detailed and personal book i walked away knowing that elvis was. Three of elvis personal books on ebay from the collection of marty lacker the description notes, it is well known that elvis had a vast book collection on a number of subjects, religion, politics, the government and others with power and influence in the country. Posted on september 10, 2018 by deena deenasdays dietrich in books 0 comments.
Get the best deals on elvis book when you shop the largest online selection at. The reissue of alanna nashs superb oral biography is long overdue. Portrait of a friend by marty lacker, patsy lacker and leslie s. This is elvis inscription and autograph on the lackers program. Elviss close friend marty lacker died on february aged 80. Any elvis library should include at least one volume written by a member of elviss personal entourage.
With that in mind, then, lets see what rick stanley recalled in his people article in 1989 on the twelfth anniversary of elviss death. These individuals include, but are not limited to, the following. Sonny west, and dave hebler, and elvis and the memphis mafia by alanna nash, billy smith, marty lacker, and lamar fike, buddies elvis. The biggest section of the book was written by marty lacker, and its interesting to note that when he repeats some of the stories in the book elvis aaron presley. Billy, lamar and marty loved him and that shines through. An 806 pages book by alanna nash with contributions from billy smith, marty lacker and lamar fike on elvis and his memphis mafia. Marty lacker was one of elvis presleys most trusted friends as well as being part of the infamous group of men who lived with, worked with, had personal and professional relationships with elvis and were known as the memphis mafia. This vivid oral biography of elvis presley is based on the recollections of three members of the memphis mafia, the entourage who accompanied elvis every day, from 1956 to his death in 1977. Marty was a best man at elvis and priscillas wedding and was a real close friend and trusted group foreman to elvis. Marty lacker, sandi pichon, red west, sonny west, billy smith, sandie kaye stevens, jerry schilling, and joe esposito. The staff of elvis presleys graceland wishes to send its deepest condolences to the family and friends of marty lacker, who passed away yesterday.
Marty lacker about gks book elvis presley news magazine. Portrait of a friend by marty lacker, in well read condition. An agreement was not reached, and when elvis received a copy of the book entitled elvis, what happened. Two respected elvis aides, marty lacker and elvis s cousin billy smith, say that although the body found slumped in the bathroom of elvis s graceland mansion on august 16, 1977 was certified dead, the real elvis was hundreds of miles away. Elvis entourage at the ceremony included not only marty but his parents. Regarding mrs presley not being able to read or write, i have never heard that said about her. Portrait of a friend by marty lacker, leslie smith. Our cheap used books come with free delivery in the us. Travels and tribulations with elvis by close friends. What happened by author steve dunleavy with input from red west, sonny west, dave hebler 1977 bantam books isbn 0345272153 elvis. Authored with the expressed written permission of mr.
Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that. Marty lacker get textbooks new textbooks used textbooks. Are you currently involved in any elvis related projects. Marty first met elvis when he was in junior high school in memphis tennessee. Elvis presleys 3 books wgraceland loa mar 28, 2020. Our book elvis and the memphis mafia has just been released in the uk and australia and will be released in the us this spring. Billy smith elviss first cousin and the person he reputedly loved most after his own mother marty lacker best man at his wedding and foreman of the memphis mafia, the kings handpicked group of gatekeepers and confidants and lamar fike the touring crew member who accompanied him into the army were with elvis from his teens to his. Learning that marty lacker passed away today february, 2017 hurts. It is with immense sadness that ein has to report on the death of our great friend and a true friend to elvis marty lacker. Elvis by marty lacker used well read world of books. Elvis aaron presley revelations from the memphis mafia by alanna nash with billy smith, marty lacker and lamar fike elvis aaron presley revelations from the memphis mafia by alanna nash with billy smith, marty lacker and lamar fike. Marty lacker is credited with revealing what happened when elvis shot up a tv.
One of 5000 copies, this edition unnumbered and signed by marty lacker. With that in mind, then, lets see what rick stanley recalled in his people article in. Photo of marty lacker circa 1971 the date may be off it is sosad. Marty lacker however was the first of elvis inner circle to cash in on his death by writing a book exposing the private life of the king and his memphis mafia, paving the way for the rest of the entourage to write their own memoirs. My complete description of that entire night was written years ago in my two books, elvis. Marty lacker, a member of elvis famed memphis mafia and one of the best men at elvis 1967 wedding, died monday after suffering from kidney failure. Marty lacker was one of elvis best men at his wedding and remained a friend until the kings tragic death. Martin lacker passed away on february, 2017 in memphis, tennessee. I am basically retired now but i still do some entertainment consultancy from time to time. There are lots of choices as nearly all of the guys who worked for elvis over the years have written books. If not for marty lacker, elvis might never have gone to american studios in 1969 to record the landmark from elvis in memphis record. Elvis and the memphis mafia alanna nash, billy smith, marty. Elvis, portrait of a friend by marty lacker goodreads. Smith 1980 isbn 05538243 me n elvis by charlie hodge 1988 castle books, isbn 0916693007 elvis, from memphis to hollywood by alan fortas 1992 popular culture, ink.
However, one of the other pages in this package expanded on marty functions at both locations. Marty lacker and elvis cousin, billy smith, were probably the closest true friends of elvis according to some in the. Billy smith elvis s first cousin and the person he reputedly loved most after his own mother marty lacker best man at his wedding and foreman of the memphis mafia, the kings handpicked group of gatekeepers and confidants and lamar fike the touring crew member who accompanied him into the army were with elvis from his teens to his. Marty lacker is the author of elvis, portrait of a friend 3. I cant even image the pain his family and loved ones are enduring. Buy a cheap copy of elvis, portrait of a friend book by marty lacker. In response to this, one of those who they call a hanger on has given his opinion. This makes sense, because marty had business interests in. Marty is wellknown as one of the key members of the memphis mafia and also cobest man at elvis wedding. Justifiably acclaimed as one of the best ever books published about elvis, the 792 page tome presents the recollections, views and emotions of three prominent members of the memphis. Marty lacker, in particular, would later cast doubt on the recollections of all the stanleys. Smith 1980 isbn 05538243 me n elvis by charlie hodge 1988 castle books, isbn 0916693007. Elvis presleys 3 personally owned books given to marty lacker featured in graceland auction w4 loas these three hard cover books were personally owned by elvis presley before they were given to memphis mafia member, marty lacker. Inspire a love of reading with prime book box for kids discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1.
Portrait of a friend by leslie smith, patsy lacker. Sep 10, 2018 home books elvis aaron presley revelations from the memphis mafia by alanna nash with billy smith, marty lacker and lamar fike elvis aaron presley revelations from the memphis mafia by alanna nash with billy smith, marty lacker and lamar fike. Revelations from the memphis mafia by alanna nash with billy smith, marty lacker, and lamar fike, 1995 any elvis library should include at least one volume written by a member of elviss personal entourage. Elvis presley faked his own death after paying a terminally ill lookalike to be buried in his place, the people can sensationally reveal. Justifiably acclaimed as one of the best ever books published about elvis, the 792 page tome presents the recollections, views and emotions of three prominent members of the memphis mafia. Elvis aaron presley revelations from the memphis mafia by. Aug 30, 2014 another jewish member of the memphis mafia was marty lacker, sometimes described as his personal sounding board and, along with elviss cousin billy smith, the closest elvis had to true.
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