The Grammy-nominated R&B and soul singer/songwriter, who became involved in local politics in Chicago later in life, reportedly had Parkinson's.

After scoring hits including 'He Will Break Your Heart' and 'Make It Easy on Yourself,' the singer went on to a second life in Chicago politics.

Jerry "The Iceman" Butler died February 20 at 85. A Rock Hall of Fame inductee with The Impressions, he had a successful solo career and later entered politics.