Berkarsky, Zvi
Zvi, son of Yehudit and Yaakov, was born in Kfar Saba on April 24, 1953. He attended elementary school in his hometown and continued his studies at the ORT vocational high school. His family and friends) grew up quickly and early in high school was a tall boy with a thin, strong body towering in. A good smile was always on his face, and his head was covered with a lush black hair and he did not like school and school But he fulfilled his duties and tried not to burden his teachers very much, although in his studies he was not among the best in his class, the teachers could not ignore the natural intelligence that From childhood, Zvika saw himself as a man of toil and work, not as a scholar absorbed in his books, and his great dream was to join one of the kibbutzim, to be a full member and to find his destiny within the framework of the kibbutz. To speak with his teachers, and every time there was a debate about the vitality of the studies, was one of Tzvika’s strongest arguments: “If it does not help me in the kibbutz, I do not need it.” All the arguments raised by his teachers did not help; He was stubborn and could stand his ground. Zvika was very fond of sports and was an avid supporter of the basketball game. No wonder he chose this game and excelled in it – being tall and stout. He was not satisfied with looking at others’ games, but devoted many hours to training and performances in the youth team. In this area he excelled in outstanding concentration and perseverance, and soon became one of the top players in the team. As a result, he was among the few who were chosen to be sent to a course at the Wingate Institute, where only the real talents in the various sports fields are accepted. Zevika was preparing for the IDF’s induction into the IDF in mid-November 1971 and volunteered for the paratroop brigade, along with the other members of the nucleus After completing his basic training successfully, he underwent a parachuting course, at the end of which he was given paratroop wings. At last he had a life that he always wanted – among the members of the kibbutz. Many envied him for his extraordinary ability to make friends and friends quickly. He knew how to give full attention to his friends and made them feel that they really mattered to him. They had never seen him involved in a quarrel; He always listened with humor and patience. His friends testify that he was a simple man, lacking complexes and kindness. Even in the most difficult moments, in the arduous training, he could smile and maintain his sense of humor, thereby bringing joy and encouragement among his friends. That was how he stayed until his last hours in the war. During the Yom Kippur War, Zvika took part in the difficult battles against the Syrians in the Golan Heights. On the 7th of Tishrei 5740 (October 7, 1973), Zvika set out on a motorized patrol of the battalion to help comrades who had been caught in the infamous Tel Saki. Zvika was killed and killed. He was laid to rest in the military cemetery on Mount Herzl. Survived by his parents and brother. After his fall, he was told: “Tzvi was a dedicated soldier, a loyal and beloved friend of all, his memory was holy and we were glorified in our hearts with pride.”
