of Helena, AR
December 8, 1924 - December 4, 2016
Minnie Lazar passed away peacefully, in the arms of her son and daughter, on December 4, 2016, after a brief battle with lung cancer. She was born on December 8, 1924, in Corpus Christi, Texas, as the only child of Jim and Alia Sahadi. While being an only child impressed the importance of the nuclear family, she was raised among a large group of cousins, in Gregory, Texas. The sense of family permeated her consciousness, and was evident her entire life. She is predeceased by her husband, Mike Lazar, with whom she built a clothing business, which for many years was a landmark on Cherry Street.
She is survived by her 4 children, Pat Lazar, Terry Lazar Montgomery (Vance), Dr. Michael Lazar, Jr. (Linda), and Jim Lazar, as well as her 3 grandchildren, Michael Lazar III (Fang Fang), Lia Lazar, and Matthew Lazar. She is also survived by her 3 great grandchildren, Sana Lazar, Felix Lazar, and Jason Lazar, as well as her niece, Rita Lazar Green, her nephews, Joe Lazar, Jr (Mary), Steve Lazar (Linda), and great nieces, Laine, Stephanie, and Aly Lazar, and great nephew, Stephen.
Minnie was most proud of how frequently her children and grandchildren would call and visit from all over the U.S., Europe and Asia. These gatherings frequently included friends and family, who would travel from places in Arkansas, Louisiana, and Texas. In her later years, she enjoyed her church, gardening, and visiting with her ''posse.''
The family would like to express gratitude to Dr. Ned Pillow, for his compassionate care of our mom, and special love and gratitude to her ''3rd son'', Frank Clancy, who has always been her close friend and confidante.
There will be a rosary at 5:00 p.m., followed by visitation from 5:30-6:30 p.m., Friday, December 9, 2016, at Roller Citizens Funeral Home. There will be a Requiem Mass at St. Mary's Catholic Church, at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, December 10, 2016, with internment to follow at St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery.
Pallbearers are James Kelley, Frank Clancy, Jimbo Boyd, Steve Lazar, Matthew Lazar, and James Milam. Honorary pallbearers are Joe Lazar, Jr. and Mike Lazar, III.
Memorials may be made to St. Mary's Catholic Church Building Fund.
I am so sorry for your loss. I have many happy memories of times at the Lazar home and of your dear one. She will be greatly missed.
All my love, thoughts, and prayers are with you, Terry, and the whole family at this time that I know is hurting your hearts. I pray for God's help and healing for you all. Mrs. Minnie was a beautiful person, loved by all and I know she will be missed by everyone. God's blessings to all of you, Durinda Gordon Gammill
Minnie was a gracious lady who overflowed with wit, charm and compassion, and she raised an outstanding family!
All of Poplar Street will miss Mrs, Lazar! Condolences from the Dinnings.
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother. What a dear, kind lady Mrs. Lazar was. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers for you and your family.
Terry, my sincere condolences to you and your whole family on the death of your mom. I know she will be greatly missed by so many. I will keep you in my prayers.
To all the family, Mrs. Minnie will be greatly missed by so so many. The first time I met her it was like I had known her all my life. There was never an occasion that her family was not mentioned in our conversations; she loved you all with all her heart. To show how caring she truly was, she always made sure that we received something for Christmas from her just to show her love and thanks. She was and will remain a very dear lady in the hearts of us all and heaven is a better place with her presence. God Bless you all!
A great lady, mother merchant and friend to all who knew her and missed by all. Jim& Diane Mayer
So sorry to hear of Ms. Minnie passing. She has always been such a lovely person. I am glad to have known her and called her friend. She was always so kind and considerate in asking about my brother Bob, and his wife Barbara. Will miss you Ms. Minnie.