Leonard “Lazar” Labush, 95

DELRAY BEACH, Fla. — Dr. Leonard “Lazar” Labush, 95, died Oct. 14 in Delray Beach, Florida, with his loving wife by his side. He was the beloved husband of Glenda (Feiler) Labush for 65 years. Born in Providence, a son of the late Abraham and Sonia (Matusow) Labush, he was a lifelong Rhode Island resident, primarily in Narragansett but wintering in Florida. He practiced podiatry for more than 50 years, retiring about 20 years ago.

Lazar was a Korean conflict U.S. Air Force veteran, serving in Libya. He was a member of Touro Fraternal Association and Congregation Beth David. He was a graduate of Hope High School, Brown University and Temple College of Podiatric Medicine. He served as president of the Rhode Island Podiatry Association. He was the youngest person to earn Eagle Scout in the state. In addition, Lazar was an avid reader.

Devoted father of Karen Rasnick and her husband, Martin, of Barrington, Rhode Island, and Matthew Labush and his wife, Jen, of Garden City, New York. Dear brother of Perele “Lee” Torti of Diamond Bar, California, and her late husband, Tony; Rhoda Broomfield of Warwick, Rhode Island, and her late husband, Marvin; and the late Phyllis “Pessie” (Labush) and James Williams. Loving Zadie of Dr. Phillip Rasnick and his wife, Rawaa; Rachel Rasnick; and Maxine Rasnick.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to Special Olympics Rhode Island at support.specialolympics.org.