Michael Tolar Obituary

We are sad to announce that on January 1, 2021, at the age of 82, Michael Tolar of Hermiston, Oregon, born in Echo, Oregon passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Empie Ray and Bennie Lee Middleton Tolar; and his sisters, Vera Louise Gurtler and Mary Ruth Colburn. He is survived by: his former wife Carol Byerly; his wife Susan Lynn Lightbown; his children, Patrick Gray Tolar (Tera), Aaron Jon Tolar and Megan Lynn Bryan; his grandchildren, Breena Renae Tolar Beck (Travis), Brooke Renee Tolar, Katelyn Marie Tolar, Zack Loyal Bryan, Cade Gray Bryan and Mya Lan Bryan; and his brothers, Joseph Ray Tolar (Kathy) and Robert Lynn Tolar (Maria).

Due to COVID, a brief public graveside service following state guidelines will be held on Friday, January 8, 2021 at 2:30 P. M. at the Echo Cemetery, Echo, Oregon.

In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to the International Rescue Committee, 122 East 42nd St., New York, New York 10168-1289 (rescue.org) or a charity of your choice.