Sheldon Slusman; Jazz Club Co-Owner
Sheldon Slusman, co-owner of the Baked Potato jazz club in North Hollywood, has died at a Burbank hospital. He was 56.
Slusman, a Burbank resident, died Saturday of cancer, said his cousin, Nathan Katz.
Born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, Slusman came to the United States in the early 1960s and worked as a wardrobe consultant in the entertainment industry.
Soon after Don and Norma Randi opened the Baked Potato in 1970, Slusman began working at the club and later became co-owner.
The small, intimate club has been a steppingstone for many musicians and has featured early appearances by Al Jarreau, Larry Carlton and Tom Scott, said musician and club co-owner Don Randi.
Slusman, who handled the club’s business dealings, remained co-owner until his death.
He is survived by his mother, Molly Slusman of Winnipeg.
Burial was in Canada and a memorial service was held Wednesday at the club. Glasband-Willen Mortuary in North Hollywood handled the arrangements.
Contributions may be made in Slusman’s name to a cancer fund of the donor’s choice.
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