Michael Lazarus, a resident of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on January 26, 2013 at the age of 64. He was preceded in death by his sister, Patricia Lazarus Coughenour and father, Eugene Lazarus, and best friend, Chuck Vickers. He is survived by his mother, Dorothy P. Lazarus and sister, Barbara Lazarus, both of Albuquerque, NM. He is survived by his children, Michael J. Lazarus and his wife, Diane of Sandia Park, NM, Nathan E. Lazarus and his wife, Valerie of Albuquerque, NM, and Jillian Lazarus and her boyfriend, Chris Moya, also of Albuquerque. Michael is also survived by his grandchildren, Marlee, Isis, Katianna, Eric and Nick. He also had a niece, Ann M. Donald and great niece, Emily R. Donald, both of Liberty, SC. Michael is survived by his long term girlfriend, Kari Perna and dear friend, Jim Sowers, both of Albuquerque. Michael was a great outdoorsman who loved camping, hunting and photography. He was a loving and caring father, grandfather, brother and friend to all that knew him. Memorial Services will be held Saturday, February 9, 2013, 2:00 p.m., at FRENCH - Lomas, with Perry Floyd officiating.