Shabtai, Ephraim
Son of Shoshana and Eliyahu, was born on May 21, 1963 in Ramat Gan. Efraim began studying at the Biluim Elementary School and completed his studies in the Blich Middle School, both in Ramat Gan, where Efraim, his many friends, marveled at the accordion, and was the driving force behind parties and events Ephraim was drafted into the IDF at the beginning of May 1982, and after basic training was stationed in the Armored Corps. Due to medical problems, his medical profile was changed, and he was transferred to the unit’s adjutant department. In the department, he began to work as a postal clerk, gradually climbing the ranks and positions. After successfully completing a three-point course, Efraim was the second lieutenant and the second most important man in the department. He also stood out in other areas, which are not necessarily related to his role: his playing with the accordion accompanied the unit at major events. On the 11th of Tammuz 5747 (11.7.1984), Sergeant Ephraim fell in the line of duty and was put to rest in the military cemetery in Holon. He left behind his parents and two sisters. In his letter of condolence to the bereaved family, his commanding officer spoke about Ephraim’s qualities, noting that he fulfilled his role as a non-commissioned officer in the best possible manner and always to the satisfaction of his commanders. “I, as commander of the unit, To my demands … The late Effie was admired by all the soldiers in the unit. All their feelings were usually told to tell him because they knew that always in things he could help, offered himself “
