Jerry Butler, the original lead singer of the Impressions, R&B hit-maker and Chicago politician, has died at the age of 85.

Jerry Butler, a premier soul singer whose rich, steady baritone graced such hits as "For Your Precious Love," "Only the Strong Survive" and "Make It Easy On Yourself," has died.

Jerry "Ice Man" Butler, a politician, soul singer and former member of The Impressions, died Thursday at age 85.

Known for his resounding baritone and his courtly manner, he briefly led the Impressions before beginning a successful solo ...