Kadosh, Eliyahu (Gilber)

Ben Simi and Jacob. Born on July 3, 1963 in France, to brother Rachel, Iris, Natalie and Nurit. When he was two years old, the family immigrated to Israel and settled in Be’er Sheva, where Eli studied at the Amit elementary school, the Nahal Hakobashim school and the municipal high school. Eli was a quiet student and his grades were high. He belonged to a chess club in the framework of “Chess Youth”. On August 2, 1981, Eli enlisted in the IDF and served as a combat soldier in the 13th Battalion of the Golani Brigade, and during his regular service he went on a course for combat soldiers and paramedics. On August 5, 1984, he retired from regular service and went to study. In 1985-87, he studied at the Technological College in Be’er Sheva, completed his studies cum laude and received a degree in electronics engineering. In addition to his studies he worked as a blood donor in the Be’er Sheva branch of Magen David Adom. In 1988, he enlisted in the IDF Air Force and was employed as crane technician and computer communications technician. Eli worked in this position for about 14 years. He loved his work very much and showed dedication, initiative and great responsibility. In August 1990 he married Orly and they had two daughters: Rotem and Adi. Eli was a devoted father and devoted every spare hour to family life. He loved to play with his daughters in didactic games, go on bike trips and tell good night stories. In addition, he always helped the housework and spoiled them all. Eli was a proud and loving husband and father. Eli happily took on public activities, such as the House Committee and the Girls’ School Committee. In March 2000, Eli was diagnosed with cancer. There was a malignant tumor in his brain. For about three years he struggled with the serious illness, with great determination, underwent four head operations, radiotherapy, chemotherapy and countless tests. All along, Eli believed that he would recover from his illness and give hope to those around him. Despite his many anguish, he endeavored to maintain a routine life as possible, both in his work and at home. During this period, Eli placed his faith in Hashem and became religious. His prayers and faith encouraged his soul and eased his pain. On Saturday, January 15, 2003, he passed away to me. The harsh disease had capitulated him. WL “Eli was a modest, pleasant and smiling man, loved to help others and made sure to do so until his last day. Eli was loved by everyone, both in his family and among his co-workers. We are very missing. “