Dear family of fallen hero Sgt. 1st Class Aviel Melkamu, I am Ruth Kurzbauer in Washington DC. What a vibrant and loving man Aviel was. I cannot imagine how grieved you are and I pray for your comfort. As the daughter of Holocaust survivors, I send my deepest gratitude to Aviel for his courage and willingness to sacrifice for his beloved country and Jews everywhere. We will remember him. May his memory be a blessing and may he rest with the angels.

Such a kind and amazing soul. We will never forget. Rest in peace hero. Am Israel Chai forever! Thank you for your tremendous bravery! ❤️

We are lighting a candle tonight in your memory. May your family be comforted by good memories of your beautiful smile and heroic bravery. We never got to meet you or your fellow soldiers but we will never forget your herPIC deeds on October7th in Sederot. . עם ישרוטל חי

Dear Parents of Rani:

As one Jewish parent to another, my heart is breaking for you. Such a beautiful and familiar face. I wish I would have had the privilege of knowing him and of having my kids be his friend. What we owe to Rani can’t be expressed. He is a hero in the truest sense of that word. Hashem should give you strength and watch over Rani in Gan Eden where he is with the other brave and righteous souls who have made a kiddish Hashem for the survival of the Jewish people.

Sincerely,

John Engelman and Family
New York

Beloved Elazari Family – Miriam & Idan plus Tamar, Boaz, Shlomit & Avigayil; as we light a memorial candle in memory of Jonatan, we send our blessings to all of you and all of Israel in hopes you all stay strong. You are not alone. We support every one of you, your family, and your friends. We know you are fighting not just for Eretz Israel, but for all Jews around the world. Also, for all those who have fallen throughout the history of the Jews. We stand up for you and your family with the continued hope that you stay well and live a full life on your path of recovery from the loss of your dear one; Jonatan. We wrap our arms around you from afar; Shmuel & Tamar – Mishpachat Shafran

You are a true hero of Israel and have given the ultimate sacrifice. My heart goes out to your family who I know are mourning this loss at such a young age . May God be with you
The Ballard family. USA

Dear Lior Levy’s Family,

The only thing that comes to my mind is to thank Lior for her bravery and for dedicating her life to Israel.
As a Brazilian jew living in the diaspora (NY) I wanted to thank all the soldiers for being there for all jews around the world.
It is a tough moment for all of us but we are strong and we will build an even stronger jewish community.
I would love to meet Lior’s family next time I’m in Israel.
Please stay strong!
Am Israel Chai!
Best wishes,
Persio Dangot

Your service is not in vain. Am Yisrael Chai. Your memory will always be a blessing. May your soul be bound up in the bond of eternal life and may your family find peace and comfort.

As an American family we grieve with our hearts and minds for the loss of Sivan who at the young age of 21 gave his all for the safety and well being of the state of Israel.

Dear Family of fallen hero St. First Class (res) Israel Socol. I am Ruth Kurzbauer of Washington DC. My heart goes out to your family and know that many far away from your home are thinking of you and this vibrant, life-loving young man. As the daughter of Holocaust survivors, I know that Sgt. First Class Israel Socol sacrificed his life so that Jews can live in safety and peace. We will never forget him. May his memory always be for a blessing. Respectfully, Ruth and Heather Kurzbauer

I am so sorry for your loss of Adi. I cannot imagine the pain you carry in your hearts. The Jewish people around the world honor his sacrifice and his bravery will not be forgotten. May your memories bring you comfort and may God comfort you as well. Sending prayers and support from Michigan.

Beloved Hen Family, as we light a memorial candle, we send our blessings to you and all of Israel to stay strong. You are not alone. We support every one of you, your family, and your friends. We know you are fighting not just for Eretz Israel, but for all Jews around the world. Also, for all those who have fallen throughout the history of the Jews. We stand up for you and your family with continued hope that you stay strong and live a full life on your path of recovery from the loss of your dear one – ITAY HEN.

I never met your son but I grieve that such a brave young man full of promise was taken at such a young age. I know that your life will never be the same and that you will always feel that loss..May memories of all the wonderful tmes you shared together with him bring you comfort and strength. I want you to know that we are all grateful for the scarifice he made in keeping Israel and her people safe.May his memory be a blessing.

It is not possible for a single person to properly thank you for the gift of unlimited courage and dedication. Thank you for all that you gave and may you be forever celebrated in the after life. Look downward to us and please help protect those in need from your position in heaven.

Dear family of Yaron, there are no words to comfort you for the loss of Yaron. I have no wisdom to help you get through the pain of your loss. From the little that I read about Yaron he was a גבור and he defended the country he loved.
המקום ינחם אתכם בתוך שאר אבלי ציון וירושלים
May you continue to be proud of Yaron

Captain Or’s spirit will live forever in the lives of Jewish children’s laughing eyes. Her spirit lives in the bravery and conviction of those who still fight for right, for Israel. May she rest in eternal peace in the knowledge that her sacrifice was not made in vain. The hills and meadows of Israel are clothed in her honor. Now Captain Or Moses stands in God‘s glory, in the golden sunlight of each day’s dawning.. May her memory be a blessing to all of you.