Southbridge: James D. Lazo, 68, of Main St., passed away on Friday, March 19 ^th , in his home after a sudden illness.

His son, Chad C. Lazo, passed away in 2016.  He leaves his daughter, Brittney E. Lazo and her partner Josh Conley of Southbridge; his son, Sean J. Redmond of Westborough; his brother, Christie Lazo of Fairfax, VA; his two grandchildren, Anastasia Conley and Elijah Conley; and several nieces and nephews.  He was predeceased by three brothers, Sammi Lazo, Harry Lazo and Michael Lazo.  Jimmy was born in Southbridge the son of Dhosi and Elizabeth (Kota) Lazo.  He was a graduate of Southbridge High School and attended Northeastern University.

Jimmy worked in the cable industry for several years before starting his own company, JDL Communications which he operated up until he later retired. He also previously worked as a chef for the Sheraton Hotel in Newport, RI, he worked in sales for the former McKinstry Oil Co. in Southbridge, and worked with his brother Harry as a chef at Papa Lazo's and The Copper Penny Pub in Southbridge. Jimmy was a successful football player at Southbridge High School who was awarded scholarships to play in college.

Calling hours for Jimmy will be held on Thursday, March 25 ^th , from 5:00 to 7:00pm in the Daniel T. Morrill Funeral Home, 130 Hamilton St., Southbridge.  A graveside service in Oak Ridge Cemetery, Southbridge, will be held at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Nicholas Albanian Orthodox Church, P.O. Box 650 Southbridge, MA 01550.