Former Phoenixville Man, Musician, Dies At 21 In Los Angeles

PHOENIXVILLE, PA — A former Phoenixville man and local resident who traveled to Los Angeles to pursue his music dreams has died after an accident at the age of 21.

Michael Gabriel Sachs-Leshem, 21, described as a "wonderful human being" in his obituary, was known for his caring nature. In addition to taking care of his grandmother for years following a stroke, he also worked with young special needs students as a teaching aide and teaching assistant.

His passion for music ultimately drove him to Los Angeles, where he was in the process of making his second music video, his obituary states.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Michael's name to the following places: Congregation Or Shalom, Berwyn, PA, Albert Einstein Academy, 101 Garden of Eden Road, Wilmington, DE 19803, or to the Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy, 272 S. Bryn Mawr Ave. Bryn Mawr, PA 19010.