מחדון, Israel

Son of Aharon and Kadia. Born on 9 November 1953 in Kfar Gvirol, he studied at the Moreshet Elementary School in Jerusalem and continued in the vocational high school in Ashdod, where he worked as a locksmith and helped to support the family. Israel was a modest, quiet boy, a studious student who was well-liked by his teachers and fellow students. Loved a girlfriend and was surrounded by many friends and friends. He had a personal charm, a source of conversation and exhilaration. His friends and friends loved him for his kindness, generosity, and kindness. He was always ready to offer help and assistance to all in need. Israel was full of joie de vivre, with a developed sense of humor and a good atmosphere. Was a source of joy and joy to his family, who loved her and spent all his spare time with her. He had devoted a great deal of time to his sister’s little daughter and, with his modest savings, had bought gifts that pleased her. Israel was drafted into the IDF in early February 1972 and volunteered for the Golani Brigade, where he served in the 1st Battalion of the Brigade in the Yom Kippur War and fought in the battles of containment and penetration against the Syrian enemy in the Golan Heights, It was revealed that he was an excellent fighter, who had a cool temper and peace of mind and was able to encourage his comrades in the unit even during the difficult times of the battle On 26.5.1974, when the enemy shelled our forces, He was laid to rest in the cemetery in Rehovot. Survived by his parents, two sisters and a brother. In a letter of condolence to the family, his commander wrote: “Your son Israel has fulfilled what was imposed on him quietly, responsibly and with dedication … Thanks to Israel and soldiers like him, we know that there is someone to trust and trust.” His comrades in the unit published a pamphlet in memory of the fallen soldiers of the First Bombers Battalion who fell in the battle, and spoke about his character.