UPPER LEACOCK TOWNSHIP, Pa. — Heartbreak has struck the quiet community of Upper Leacock Township following the tragic death of 29-year-old Samuel King, who lost his life in a devastating farm accident early Saturday morning.
Authorities say Samuel was found unresponsive in a partially filled silo on Geist Road around 12:30 a.m. and was pronounced dead at the scene by the Lancaster County Coroner’s Office. Investigators determined the cause to be exposure to “silo gas,” a toxic mixture produced during the fermentation of silage that can prove deadly within minutes if proper ventilation is lacking.
Samuel lived and worked on the farm where the accident occurred — a place that reflected his dedication, work ethic, and love for agriculture. He poured his heart into every task, embodying the courage and resilience that define the farming community. Upper Leacock Fire Chief Larry Miller called the incident “a heartbreaking reminder of the unseen risks farmers face every day.”
Friends and family describe Samuel as a kind, gentle man whose humility and devotion touched everyone who knew him. He was known for his steady presence, generous spirit, and unwavering faith. Whether helping a neighbor, tending to livestock, or sharing a quiet moment of conversation, Samuel’s warmth and sincerity made an enduring impact.
To his loved ones, Samuel was more than a hardworking farmer — he was a son, brother, and friend whose compassion ran deep. His smile, quiet humor, and calm strength brought comfort to those around him. His life, though tragically cut short, was one filled with purpose and love.
As the Lancaster County community grieves, neighbors have gathered to support the King family with prayers, meals, and kind words — a reflection of the unity Samuel himself so often inspired. His loss will be felt not only in the family farm he tended but across a community bound together by faith and shared sorrow.
Samuel King’s memory will live on in the land he cared for, in the people who loved him, and in the enduring reminder of the selfless spirit of those who dedicate their lives to working the soil.
Rest peacefully, Samuel.
Your hard work, kindness, and gentle soul will never be forgotten.