Gabbai, Abraham (Avi)

Son of Shoshana and Nachum. He was born on July 30, 1972 in Tel Aviv, the second son of a family of four. My father grew up, studied and was educated in Tel Aviv – started at Gavrieli Elementary School, and continued in Ironi Aleph High School in the real world. A talented and intelligent young man who, after graduating from the junior high school, earned a scholarship for excellence in his studies. A sociable boy who liked to help and support. He was active in fundraising campaigns in “Light for the Blind” during Hanukkah, Ilan, and ICA “Door Knockout”, and received extensive honors in computer science, including computer graphics, and before joining the IDF he worked for a computer company . He guided and accompanied students on the subject of computers, and was greatly appreciated by both his students and company owners. In October 1994, my father was drafted into compulsory military service and began basic training, and my father said that he had performed all the tasks in the best possible way and proved wisdom and maturity. My father had a high personal level and was willing and willing to realize his potential, his commander noted. On February 27, 1995, Abraham fell while serving. My father was laid to rest in the Kiryat Shaul military cemetery. Survived by his parents, two sisters – Michal and Naama, and brother – Yair. My father was twenty-two when he fell. In a letter of condolence to the bereaved family, the unit commander wrote: “During the entire period of my father’s service, he was evident in his many efforts, his desire to contribute to the IDF and to help carry out the many tasks. My father liked his commanders, friends and friends. Volunteered to help with the chores and did so with a smile and a willing soul “