Thomas Lazar, a resident of West Bloomfield, Michigan, died on September 9th, 2022 at the age of 74. Funeral services arranged by The Dorfman Chapel.

Location of Service:

The Dorfman Chapel- main chapel (map to our Chapel)

Date of Service:

Wednesday September 14th, 2022

Time of Service:

12:00 PM  

Interment at:

Clover Hill Park, 2425 E 14 Mile Rd, Birmingham, MI

Officiant:

Rabbi Joshua L. Bennett  

Shiva Information:

The family will be sitting through Thursday evening at the residence of Dr. Stephanie Lazar and Alan Walborn, 1923 Fairview St. Birmingham MI 48009 Phone: (248) 892-4815

Religious Services will be held Wednesday and Thursday evenings at 7:00PM

Shiva Hours: Wednesday- Immediately following the interment friends are welcome back for a luncheon at the residence, then shiva will be from 6:00PM until 9:00PM
Thursday- from 6:00PM until 9:00PM  
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Charitable contributions:

A charity of one's choice  

Family Members:

Thomas Lazar was born in Prague, Czechoslovakia. He was the son of Holocaust Survivors, Eta and Berko Lazar. When they came to the United States, they settled in Oak Park, Michigan. He had a very fulfilling childhood surrounded by family and friends. He attended Michigan State University where he was awarded a Merit Scholarship and subsequently, obtained a Juris Doctor degree at Wayne State University, School of Law. He practiced law for over 40 years and served as president of the general practice section of the Michigan State Bar for several years. He also was the editor of the Michigan State Bar Journal for his section. He maintained many relationships within the community and beyond. His greatest joy in life was the birth of his daughter, Stephanie and subsequent birth of his two grandsons, Remy and Benjamin. He was a patient, loving and kind person to all who knew him. His life and legacy will be cherished in our hearts forever.

He is the beloved husband of 42 years of Joan Lazar. Cherished father of Dr. Stephanie Lazar and son-in-law Alan Walborn. Adoring grandfather of Remy and Benjamin Walborn. Loving brother of Michael Lazar. Dear brother-in-law of Marshall (Linda) Maldaver and their children Marc and Jeffrey Maldaver. Tom was preceded in death by his parents Berko and Eta Lazar. Also survived by many other loving family members and friends.  

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