Mendelson Joe
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Birrel Josef Mendelson (July 30, 1944 – February 7, 2023), known as Mendelson Joe, was a Canadian singer-songwriter, guitarist, painter, and political activist, who was known for using his art to express political themes.[1][2][3] Born and raised in Toronto, Ontario and then moving to Maple, Ontario at age 13. He attended University of Toronto, graduating with a B.A. in arts, 1966.[4]
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Born | Birrel Josef Mendelson (1944-07-30)July 30, 1944 Maple, Ontario, Canada |
Died | February 7, 2023(2023-02-07) (aged 78) Emsdale, Ontario, Canada |
Education | BA University of Toronto |
Known for | Singer-songwriter, guitarist, painter |
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Joe was the nephew of Ruth Eisenberg, "Ivory" of Ebony and Ivory. He died by assisted suicide on February 7, 2023, at the age of 78.[5][6]