Zachi-Telesha-Obituary

Zachi Telesha

Obituary

ALLENTOWN, Pa. (AP) - A 12-year-old cancer patient from Pennsylvania who invented his own superheroes and published a comic book based on their exploits has died.

Zachi Telesha died April 29 at his Allentown home after a five-year struggle with bone cancer, according to The Express-Times of Easton. His death was confirmed by the Allentown School District and the Allentown mayor's office.

In the midst of his illness, Zachi dreamed up a crime-fighting team called Hero Inc. With help from his school and employees at publisher Rodale Inc., Zachi published a 32-page comic book called "Hero Up!" last year. All proceeds from the sale of the book go to a nonprofit, Angel 34, that supports pediatric cancer patients. The book is available for sale on the group's website.

The sixth-grader said in an interview a few weeks before his death that regular people can do a little every day to make the world a better place - the theme of his comic book.

Zachi's parents and principal called him resilient and inspirational.

"I'm a true believer there are angels that walk among us to make our lives better and Zachi was one of them," said Richard Kern, principal at McKinley Elementary School, calling Zachi an ideal student.

"He wanted to be here. He wanted to learn. He wanted to be a scientist. He was going to find a cure for cancer," Kern said. "He was an inspiration to me. He was an inspiration to the teachers in this building."

Allentown Mayor Ed Pawlowski said he wants to create a "Hero Up!" day of service and recognition of volunteerism in the city.

"He was just an amazing kid," Pawlowski said. "It would be a fitting tribute to Zachi."


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I never had chance to meet my nephew Zachi face to face but I was able to talk to him by phone calls and he always seem to be in high Spitits. I love you young man and keep living ur best life in Heaven.

Rip i go to trexler now i see your book and posters everywhere even mr anoni dressed up as the super hero from your book! Again RIP

To Zachi's family may your fond memories bring you comfort. God will undo your pain. Luke 7:11-17

To the family,so sorry for your loss.Let the hand of God ALMIGHTY be with you.He has said I-I myself am the One that is comforting you people.isah.51:12....gq

When a child dies, it is particularly hard for the mother. Thus the Bible acknowledges the bitter grief that a mother can feel. (2 Kings 4:27) Of course, it is difficult for the bereaved father as well. “O that I might have died, I myself, instead of you,” lamented King David when his son Absalom died.—2 Samuel 18:33.

May God's gentle peace fill your heart and comfort your soul today and
in the days to come, I am so very sorry for your loss. As you cherish
fond memories also know that God is with you and will provide peace
and hope in the days ahead.

Prayers for this family's tragic loss. I'm so sorry you all are having to experience the death of your child. From reading his story, he was an amazing young man. He is to suffer no more. I hope and pray for comfort knowing he is with the Lord and knows no sorrow.

Too the Telesha Family. Wow all those Comic Books! Too bad it had too end with sadness in there Hearts! I know the pain. My Prayers always.