Ben Daina and Andre. He was born on December 5, 1984 in Carmiel, where he grew up and was educated. Michael began his studies at Eshkol Elementary School and is remembered as a quiet student. His academic achievements were impressive and he was willing to help and contribute to others as much as necessary. Michael had varied hobbies, and each of them took the seriousness and thoroughness that characterized him: For a year he worked in painting, spent another year swimming and diligently cultivated an impressive collection of stamps. Michael continued his studies in the “Ort Horowitz” high school and high school, in the Raelit track. During this period, his personality was crystallizing and he became a clever, kind and serious boy who always aspired to more. And though he was introverted and kept his thoughts and feelings to himself, Michael was loved by his friends and teachers. In his spare time he liked to read thriller and science fiction books, was interested in cars and loved black music. After receiving a driver’s license, Michael underwent a pre-military driving course and was drafted into the IDF in early 2003. He was assigned to the Logistics Corps and served in the Central Command as a driver in the Menashe Brigade in the Judea and Samaria Division, In honor of his work and his contribution, he was awarded a certificate of excellence by the commander of Judea and Samaria on the 57th Independence Day of the State of Israel (April 2005), and the commander of the unit knows how to tell of an outstanding soldier: “During the long period Where he served in the Department of Territorial Defense, Michael was discovered as a model soldier. He was a pillar of the department and served as an example to his friends. Michael volunteered first for every mission and took care of the light. He radiated a sense of security to those around him and showed remarkable self-discipline. In the performance of his role, Michael promoted the department a lot. Michael was loved by his friends and commanders alike-a serious, smart, smiling man. We had the honor and the pleasure to work with him. “In the summer of 2005, Michael contributed his part in the implementation of the Disengagement Plan in the northern Samaria region, and assisted in the work of the evacuating forces. . He was laid to rest in the military section of the Karmiel cemetery. Survived by parents and sister – Michaela. Eulogy for Michael Major Avinoam, the regional commander of the Menashe region, said: “Michael, there are no words to describe the shock we have left. When I met you on this mountain that was steeped in greenery, I cursed the place, scorned for a moment, raising my head while wiping a tear, spreading the landscape below me This wonderful country that you loved to travel in. In this landscape we accompany you today on your last journey, and in our hearts you will always remember here Michael was so confident that he would always do the best, a good soldier with abilities and a will, as a friend, simple and good – Michael. ” The chief of staff, Lieutenant General Dan Halutz, wrote to the family: “Michael’s commanders say that he was a unique soldier, a serious and dedicated person who did his work professionally, with dedication and good working relations. Michael was a sociable man who showed great care for the soldiers in the platoon and was a thread connecting them. The heart aches over Michael’s untimely death. Mazal, the educator from the Ort Horowitz school, spoke at the funeral: “Michael, I met you, quiet, modest, shy and smiling. We spent three years togetherAt school, you were loved by your classmates and teachers, by your shy smile, your manners, and your pleasant manner. You have always made impressive achievements, and aspired to even more. I know how proud your parents were. I waited for you to come to school one day, dressed in uniform, with your shy smile, but unfortunately I came to you to say good-bye to you, and I say goodbye to you on behalf of the classmates, some of whom are here, Some of them have not yet heard and have not been able to come, and on behalf of the teachers who have been able to get to know you and teach you through your years of school, Michael, we will always remember you as one of us! “
