Eddie Mekka, 'Laverne & Shirley' actor, dies at 69

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Eddie Mekka, famous for his role as Carmine Ragusa on the sitcom 'Laverne & Shirley,' has died at age 69, his brother says.

Mekka, best known for his role as Carmine Ragusa on the sitcom "Laverne & Shirley," died at his home in Newhall, California, his brother said.Paramount Television / Courtesy Everett CollectionEddie Mekka, famous for his role as Carmine Ragusa on the sitcom “Laverne & Shirley,” has died. He was 69.

After Mekka's neighbors did not hear from him for a"couple of days," Mekjian said they checked in on him and found his body in his home, adding he received the call of his passing on Saturday morning.

 

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He was great. 😞

Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let Perpetual Light Shine upon him. May his soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through The Mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.

RIP

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