He is also survived by mother Patricia A.; grandchildren Victoria, Carley, Julian and Martin; and many nieces and nephews.
He was the son of the late Paul P. Lawlor Sr. and brother of the late Paul P. Lawlor Jr. and Stephen M. Lawlor.
He was a US Army Veteran and a Member of Local Union #35.
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A funeral procession will depart from the George L. Doherty Funeral Home 855 Broadway (Powder House Sq.) Somerville, Monday morning at 9 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Raphael Church, Medford at 10 a.m.
Relatives and friends are invited. Calling hours will be held on Sunday from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Interment will be in Oak Grove Cemetery, Medford. Donations may be made in Michael’s name to the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute P.O. BOX 849168 Boston, MA 02284-9168.