(L.A.) Michael Zale, 68, Died in a Hospital

Case Number: 2026-07899

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 68-year-old White/Caucasian male that occurred in a hospital.

The coroner’s office has identified the man as Michael Zale.

Manner of Death: Natural

Cause of Death: Hypertensive and Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease

Other Significant Conditions: Status Post Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery

RIP MICHAEL ZALE ( May 15, 2026)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Friday.