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Byron Lasky Obituary

1928 - 2013 Successful entrepreneur and dedicated family man, passed away September 20, 2013 surrounded by family after a noble fight with cancer. He is survived by his son Matthew Lasky and daughters Claudia, Dina and Vanessa as well as many loving grandchildren. Byron graduated University of Michigan undergrad and Law before embarking on an amazing career in real estate, media and the arts. He made a huge impact on everyone in his life and will be missed forever by those who knew and loved him. Contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society in his honor.

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Published by Los Angeles Times from Oct. 6 to Oct. 8, 2013.

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Michael Risman

October 21, 2013

Much like the Dos Equis Beer commercials, Byron was "the most fascinating man in the world."

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