Founder of Detroit Lakes Based Business “Zorbaz” Dies

The founder of the Zorbaz chain of restaurants has died.

Tom Hanson died over the weekend after a lengthy battle with cancer.

The former teacher opened his first Zorbaz in Detroit Lakes 46 years ago.

Zorbaz expanded to 11 locations on or near lakes across Minnesota.

A celebration of life is scheduled for the Detroit Lakes Country Club on Thursday from 1 to 4 pm.