Maimonides, Dror

Ben Malka and Abraham. He was born on the 17th of Sivan 5706 (21.6.1970) in the region. He began his studies at the elementary school in the area and continued at the Neurim Youth Boarding School. He completed the final stage of his studies at the Mishlav secondary school. From his childhood, Dror was prominent in his social skills, as “his hand in everything, and a hand in him.” He was very active in the elementary school, and especially in the Scouts in the area. He took part in all the trips, went to all the camps and became the driving force behind them. He always sang and laughed, his smile fixed at the corner of his mouth. Dror loved life, and life loved him. When he grew up, he found a new field to address his endless energy and energies: volunteering at the MDA branch in Holon, he came to MDA as part of a community activity initiated by his school, and quickly became a very prominent volunteer who did not spare his time and energy and did everything In order to save lives. He spent days and nights at the local branch, which became his second home. Dressed in a white dressing gown, would run around in the regular ambulance for whole nights, from women and paramedics, supporting and doing his best to ease the sufferings of people totally alien to him. He had a broad heart, and everyone had a place in it. Prior to his induction into the IDF, Dror deliberated for a long time about his military service, but after many years as an MDA volunteer it seemed natural and best suited to continue as a combat medic. In mid-February 1989, Dror was drafted into a compulsory army service and volunteered for a combat unit. During the course, Dror stood out for his positive qualities, creating a pleasant atmosphere around him and creating a good relationship with his classmates. He always seemed to laugh and smile and very happy in his role. Dror also stood out from the point of view of education and demonstrated extensive knowledge and the ability to concentrate and learn. His grades were excellent and he spent many hours learning and memorizing the material. As a result, he intended to stay and guide the paramedics course, a role usually reserved for the best paramedics. There were many plans for Dror, to instruct, to go to an officer’s course, and in the future to study medicine and engage in a field he so loved in civilian life as well. However, all plans and desires were not implemented. On September 7, 1989, Dror was killed in a car accident in the Zrifin camp, where he was buried at the military cemetery in Holon, where he died at the age of 19. He left behind a shocked and painful family: parents, two sisters Ronit and Sigal and two brothers – Yaniv and Sharon – the space left behind by Dror is felt daily and hourly in all areas of life, and the pain is terrible, as his parents testify in his letter of condolence to the bereaved family. The late Dror arrived at our unit in June 1989 for training as part of a course for combat medics. He stood out in self-discipline, helping others, initiating and performing tasks in the best possible way, while showing great willingness. An apprentice who aspired to success in the course, his level of achievement proved that he paved the way for him to integrate into the school training. A pleasant, respectful guy who shows respect to those around him, loved and accepted by his commanders and his classmates. “His family established a Torah library in his memory.