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Michoel Schnitzler, the legendary Jewish singer, passed away on Friday, April 14, 2023. He was 62 and died after suffering a heart attack. The news of his demise has sent shockwaves around the world.
The legendary singer was returning from spending Pesach in Eretz Yisroel at Airmont when he suffered a heart attack. Hatzoloh of Rockland County then rushed to his side, where they attempted to save his life. He, unfortunately, passed away shortly before Shabbos.
Notably, he's had a heart condition for a long time and has only ever been hospitalized because of it. Several years ago, there were also rumors that the singer had passed away. However, Michoel at the time cleared the rumor and said:
"I’m alive, not dead… I still didn’t divide the inheritance."
Moreover, his brothers also died after suffering a heart attack. R’ Sholom Schnitzler passed away at the age of 65 while he was fundraising in Australia for Satmar Institutions, and R’ Yitzchok Aizik Schnitzler died at the age of 63 in Monsey. Another brother, R’ Boruch Yehuda Schnitzler of Williamsburg, passed at 63 in 5779.
The Levaya for him is scheduled for April 16, 2023, Sunday at 10:00 AM at Har Shulem Cemetery, which is situated at 44 Hillside Ave, Airmont, NY 10952.
Social media users mourn the demise of legendary singer Michoel Schnitzler
As news of Michoel Schnitzler's demise came to light, several social media users started paying tribute. A social media user shared that Michael was the man who puts just the right amount of feeling into every song he sings, touching the hearts of all of us who enjoy his music.
Legendary singer Michoel Schnitzler began his singing career at a young age
Michoel Schnitzler was born in 1961 in Brooklyn, New York, and began his singing career at a very young age. He gained popularity among the masses because of his soothing voice and ability to connect with audiences through his music.
Michoel was born in California to his father, Reb Meshulam Zusha Schnitzler, z”l, who was also niftar young. Reb Meshulam Zusha was the son of Harav Shraga Shmuel Schnitzler, zt”l, the Tchaba Rav.
He was a classic Chassidic singer who was popular for releasing a number of Yiddish melodies. During his career span, he released around 15 albums with over 150 songs and marked his final release in 2000.
His levaya will take place on Sunday in Monsey, New York.
