Timothy Leffler, 51, died August 5, 2017. Tim attended Drake University and ASU to study voice, where he performed in many of ASU's Lyric Opera Theatre productions. He worked at the ASU School of Music for 15 years. Tim performed often as a professional soloist around the Valley, and was a member of the Grammy-winning Phoenix Chorale for over 10 years, appearing on many of their award-winning recordings. Tim was a staff singer at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral for many years, where he also conducted the Compline Choir. An activist for social justice, particularly health care and disability rights, he served on the State Medicaid and Arizona Healthcare Cost Containment System Advisory Committees. Survivors include his parents, two sisters and a brother. Timothy's life will be celebrated with a memorial service on Sunday, October 1, at 5:00 pm at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral in Phoenix. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Timothy's memory to Trinity Episcopal Cathedral or the Phoenix Chorale. (Source: Arizona Republic)