Sofer, Moshe

Moshe was born on September 2, 1949, in India, and his family immigrated to Israel in 1950, shortly before the establishment of the state, and was among the first founders of Moshav Ofer on the Carmel coast, where Moshe grew up in difficult conditions of adjustment After completing his elementary studies at the regional public school on Hof Hacarmel, could not continue his studies, and began to work in his father’s farm and in various seasonal jobs – until he was drafted into the IDF. Moshe was drafted into the IDF at the end of 1967. After basic training, he completed his studies at the Armored Corps School and became a tank crew member, during which time he was noted for his excellent qualities and adherence to the tasks assigned to him. “When he was released from the service, his discharge certificate was recorded:” Very good behavior. “After his discharge, he was assigned to a reserve unit of the IAF and was sometimes called for periods of reserve duty. Where he helped rehabilitate his father’s farm and also worked outside to help support the family, After a few days, Moshe was declared missing, since it was not known how he died, and his body was later found to have been found. He fell in battle on October 11, 1973. He was brought to eternal rest in the military section of the Haifa cemetery, leaving behind his parents, three sisters and six brothers. “His direct commander said in a letter of condolence to his grieving family. His family donated a Torah scroll in his name to a synagogue.