Sam Nachum was born on a small mountain village named Malcha in Jerusalem, Israel. At the age of 18 he met his wife who was on a youth trip with her synagogue from Kansas City, MO. They wrote back and forth for years. After the army Sam purchased a one way ticket to see Dana. Sam arrived having no luggage, knowledge of the language, of the culture, or means to purchase a return ticket.
In 1992 during a trip to Israel he started to have neck pain. After testing it was determined that surgery was necessary. Sam had a hard time finding a doctor who would take the liability of performing it. Sam’s long time friend Dr. Eric Phillips performed the surgery in Omaha, Nebraska. The surgery was successful and Sam spent the next year in bed in Kansas City. During this time in bed Sam spent much of his time watching the world news as the rock throwing in Israel began. After not working for nearly two years decided to bring Jerusalem Stone to America. He was issued a neck brace and purchased tickets to Israel.
Stained Glass By Sam Nachum
Below are several stained glass pieces created by Sam Nachum.