Notable deaths of 2009

Bob Lazarus

January 4

Boston-based stand-up comic Bob Lazarus appeared in comedy shows with comic legends including Steven Wright, Robin Williams, Denis Leary, and others. After he was diagnosed with leukemia in summer 2007, local comics held a benefit show to help with his bills. He was 52.

Look back at the notable deaths of 2008.
Bob Lazarus January 4 Boston-based stand-up comic Bob Lazarus appeared in comedy shows with comic legends including Steven Wright, Robin Williams, Denis Leary, and others. After he was diagnosed with leukemia in summer 2007, local comics held a benefit show to help with his bills. He was 52.
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