Dr. Marcus J. Zbar

Zbar, Dr. Marcus J., a prominent South Florida Pathologist, passed away October 1, 2006 at the age of 79. He was the kindest, most generous, intelligent and caring person we have had the privilege to know. Dr. Zbar was born and raised in Tampa, FL and lived in South Florida for the past 52 years. He was exceptionally brilliant, hardworking and loved to learn. He graduated magna cum laude at the College of Charleston and summa cum laude at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine where he was awarded the Founder's Medal. He was an intern at Vanderbilt and later became a Chief Resident and instructor in Pathology at both Vanderbilt and Jackson Memorial Hospital. Dr. Zbar had a private pathology practice in South Florida for the next 45 years where he oversaw pathology labs in several area hospitals. He became Chief of Staff at Aventura Hospital and later was appointed Pathologist Emeritus by both Aventura Hospital and the South Broward Hospital District. Dr. Zbar was also a former member of the Board of Directors of Community Blood Centers of South Florida. He was board certified in Anatomic and Clinical pathology, Dermatopathlogy and Quality Assurance. In his leisure time, he loved scuba diving and exploring the oceans around the world. As a member of the Explorers Club, Dr. Zbar often lectured about his diving adventures and his travels to far and exotic regions of the globe. He also enjoyed boating, bicycling, running, camping, mountain climbing and photography. He is survived by his loving wife, Muriel Zbar, his children, grandchildren, nephews, nieces and cousins. He will always be loved and missed. Please make memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society or 1000 Plus Club of the American Cancer Society and Southeastern University Royal Dames of Cancer Research. Services were held on Wednesday, October 4, 2006 at The Gardens Memorial Park in Boca Raton.