Ben Carmela and Yosef, was born on July 26, 1971 in Haifa, a brother of Benny and Ronit, who attended the “Ein Hayam” elementary school and the “Ironi Alef” high school in Haifa Eyal was an outstanding student, In the school he was praised for his diligence and social contribution, was loved by his many friends, and volunteered to help others When Eyal was one of his parents, Eyal became a member of the Scouts movement “The” Haogen “tribe in Kiryat Sprinzak was a sports and hiking enthusiast, and was especially enthusiastic about football and handball, A: “You were always a naughty boy with a heart of gold, the child everyone wants to be around, a lot of friends, with constant humor, with a wide smile and a hug for everyone. A child who loves everything, tomorrow and yesterday. You are the eternal optimist, you taught me to see the glass half full and not empty. “Eyal joined the IDF in early November 1989 and began his service in the Combat Engineering Corps. After training in basic training, he underwent professional courses in the Corps, and due to the great satisfaction of his commanders, he was sent in June 1991, full of motivation, to an officers’ course. A year and a half later, he left for a course for company commanders, and for more than a year served as commander of the next generation of officers in the IDF, as a guide in the roles of platoon commander, deputy commander of the Haruv Company, Eyal wanted to maintain the quality of the IDF officers in the field and in the branches of the staff. In his letter to the graduates of the officer’s training course, Eyal gave a metaphorical expression of the commitment and responsibility of a leader: “The officer corps is the springboard … Despite all the difficulties, the friction and the high demands, I see 12 future officers who seem to have drawn a lot here … Officers are a whole world – After the ranks with the same duties and expectations and the spring continues to flow until the end of life and demands a lot – because you are officers. ” In March 1994 he was discharged from the rank of lieutenant. After his release, he traveled to the United States and stayed there for about a year, completing his studies at the Ben-Gurion University of the Negev in Be’er Sheva for a BA in Behavioral Sciences, Business Administration and Human Resources Management. During his studies, Eyal met Osherit, whom he married in 1998 and together established their home in Moshav Regba, about a year after their marriage, their eldest son Coral was born, and in 2002 the twins, the son Riff and the daughter of Ofer Eyal worked in the Regba Kitchens in management positions in various fields In the past few years, Eyal served as the manager of the factory’s shop, and later as the sales manager of Regba in the entire northern region, while he volunteered for many days as a company commander on the Lebanese border And to protect the house. He volunteered for a battalion commanders’ course and successfully completed it. Eyal rose to the rank of lieutenant colonel and was appointed battalion commander in combat engineering in the “Blazka” formation of the Idan formation in the Central Command. As a commanding personality, Eyal was dedicated to his soldiers and cared for their welfare, both in handling the individual and at the administrative level. In a letter attached to the last call to reserve duty on November 5, 2006, he wrote to his soldiers: “… This is of great importance because of the turnover of commanders and functionaries, combat entrenchment and consolidation of the battalion especially in these days. “We are all citizens, and therefore I am.”And the team of commanders will try to take into account the problems of every soldier in the battalion. On the other hand, the more soldiers participate in the effort, the easier it will be for you and your friends to share the burden … I am sure that in accordance with the tradition of the battalion, we will do our best, and no less important, we will return us all to your homes and families. ” , On the 28th of Tevet 5767 (9.1.2007) Eyal fell in the line of duty and he is thirty-five and five months. Lt. Col. Eyal Kuiti was laid to rest in the cemetery in Moshav Regeva, and left behind a wife, two sons and a daughter, a father and a sister, and IDF Chief of Staff Dan Halutz notes that Eyal’s commanders knew him “as an outstanding commander who projected a sense of security around those around him And worthy of imitation among his subordinates and friends … a special person with a high personal level, warm, loving and dedicated to those around him. ” Brigade Commander Col. Raanan Brenner, who knew Eyal Makarov, writes to the family: “Eyal was a commander and a born leader who moved up the ranks and roles until he became commander of the battalion, a position he wanted. A man who was much more than a friend, a man full of humanity. His thunderous humility and elegant expression created a rare combination of who he was … an outstanding commander, the mainstay of the regiment and regiment, who volunteered for every mission and always aspired to perfection. He was always smiling and happy, ready to contribute, far beyond everyone else. He always says a good word, a friend of truth, a commander who supports his people and praises his friends, yet does not shy away from saying his opinion and standing his ground. Eyal … was and will always remain a role model for all commanders and soldiers. A third of the regiment, Meir Avigal, eulogized Eyal on the thirtieth day of his fall: “Eyal … If only for a moment you could stand up and smile, a smile of a child in confusion, and know how much respect and respect you felt for you So many, even those who have not known you for a long time. (Chapter 6: 9): “At the time of the death of a person, there is no money for him, no money, no gold, no precious stones and magic, only Torah and good deeds.” Eyal … so many stories about your generous personality and kindness of your rare heart. About that soldier who helped him find a job, and about that soldier who needed counseling, and about the third soldier who needed an attentive ear – and the list went on. In a note I found in your pocket on the day of the disaster, you wrote yourself a reminder – to tell the battalion soldiers in the opening conversation that every soldier in the battalion who has any problem should contact you directly, without having to go through the company commander, the adjutant or any other commander. , Without a desire to receive anything in return. ” Eyal remembers Eyal’s sister, Ronit: “Eyal … You grew up with a brilliant guy with an even wider heart of gold, a wonderful guy and” I’ll bless you more. “When we came to visit you, you were busy worrying about all the soldiers. “Come on, let me tell you what’s going on …” We were not surprised when you got the title of “outstanding student.” In all the rituals that accompanied you in the army, we would recognize you among all the soldiers according to the tall height, the eternal smile and shining teeth, winking at us from afar. After the army in New York, you were as concerned as ever to share your pleasure with me. From the first money you earned, you sent me a card to join you. What a fun trip we made, we were always joking that we managed to get onto the Twin Towers. You returned because you missed the country you loved so much. At university you knew my lovely happiness, and immediately we all fell in love with her and brought Corelli, Riff and Ofer, three lovely ones. You always said ‘they’re my better model’. You raised them with a lot of devotion and love, a lot of respect for the family and respect for the father. Every conversation we talked about, you said how much comfort you have from the children and the amazing woman and so supportive on your side. You were a model for a man and an ideal partner and a perfect father. You were also the organizing force along with Oshrit around the extended family, organizing trips, picnics and joint holiday meals, the parents together with our brother Benny, and his family. We continued to romp like we were little children and lived under the same roof. She loved eating very much and knew how to compliment Mother, Osherit, and Osher’s mother. You made them happy and told them how much you liked their cooking. Even when you came to Ramat Gan, sometimes you would surprise me and come from the reserves – ‘My little sister is big,’ you called me, put a hand on my shoulder. You loved the army and the country very much. Last Saturday you were at my parents’ house with my grandchildren and I was happy, as usual, full of love and jokes, and you went with a big smile home, you were always there. In the neighborhood to give someone who needs advice at a difficult moment, or great help and comfort, to everyone, you made him happy with the things he loves, you are all a stronghold of strength and strength. , Vicki, Narkis, Shahaf, Yuval, Mom and Dad and I love you very, very very much. ” “Eyal, Eyal’s brother, my son,” Eyal … a boy, a brother, a determined warrior, a great commander, a friend, a lover, a lover, a model father, we did not touch you enough. Shikkmona, to photograph you with a small, beautiful hair, with smooth shiny hair, with smiling eyes, waving a small hand out of my huge cowboy boots, on the railroad tracks to the north … to the unknown … Eyal. Your friends, your soldiers and your commanders, circles of life, where you were – and in all of them you will be remembered as a shining star forever, like a jewel in the crown. All that is left for me now is to tell you simply: I love you, and even if we complete the time when you go, we will always beg for Divine Providence, wherever you may be. : Give us another moment, God, just another moment, from the good abundance that was in that man, that there are not many like him. ” On the 30th day of Eyal’s demise, his three children separated from him: Coral, who is seven and a half: “I miss you very much, I would like you to come home from reserve duty, we are very sad and loving you. Dad, I miss playing with you and practicing with you in basketball, and even this week on Friday I received the medal from success and scored 5 baskets that brought us the win. I want to spend time with you, and we will go out as if we used to go on trips and fun days in the plot – ‘Mount of the jackals’. Dad I like to sit in front of my computer and see the pictures and especially my picture and yours from Eilat. I also love to sit with my mother and sing the songs of Idan Raichel – songs that you love. I really want you to come back and I miss you very much. “Riff, age four:” To my father, I love you very much. I already want you to stick the truck with me and I want you to drive me in your car to visit all the soldiers. Dad, I want you to be alive and I love you very very much to the sky. “And Ofer, age four:” To my father, you will not die any more. Take us to Paris in Iron. I love you very very much. I want you to hug and kiss me, come home.”
