Ariel, Aviv-Avraham (Avi)
Son of-Nechama and Ze’ev, was born on June 30, 1963 in Haifa, and at the age of six Aviv moved to Eilat with his family (following his father who served in the regular army), where he studied at Arava School for three years. In August 1981, Aviv was drafted into the IDF and volunteered to serve in an elite unit of the “Yavneh” high school. The paratroopers. After graduating cum laude from the training course in the unit, he continued with various courses: parachuting, APC driver, sabotage, officers ‘course, and officers’ course. As part of this unit, he participated in the battles for the Peace for the Galilee. Aviv served in Lebanon in various capacities from the first day of the war until his fall in battle in Lebanon on April 17, 1985. He was laid to rest in the military cemetery in Haifa. He left behind his parents and three sisters. In a letter of condolence to the family, his commander wrote: “Aviv came to the battalion about four months ago as a deputy company commander in the battalion’s veteran battalion company, and his task was difficult and tedious, demanding great dedication, perseverance and perseverance in carrying out his tasks. A very high standard of self-determination, combined with gentleness, kindness, and help for others.In the merit of these qualities, Aviv received the love of all his commanders and subordinates “
