Michael J. Lazzaro, Sr., ret. CPD, 97, lifelong resident of Chicago, passed away July 21, 2019. Beloved husband for 37 years of the late Evelyn; loving father of Michael Jr. (Helen), Charles (Randi) and Barbara (the late Jeff); cherished grandfather of Tricia Lazzaro (Matt Titsworth), Amanda (Derek) Brenner, David (Evelyn), Brian and Jeff (Emily) Lazzaro; dearest great grandfather of Madison, Evan, Nathan, Emily, Grace, Ryan and William; devoted son of the late Andre and Isabella; dearest sister of Katherine Huspek and preceded in death by seven other siblings; fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Member of Moose Lodge and American Legion. Visitation Wednesday, July 24th, 4:00 - 9:00 p.m. at Nelson Funeral Home, 820 Talcott Rd., Park Ridge. Private interment at Lake View Cemetery, Rib Lake, WI. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105. Info., 847-823-5122 or www.nelsonfunerals.com.