In Sacred & Loving Memory
Mishkan Achim Synagogue commemorates Uria Mesh, Eliyahu Meir Ohana and Eitan Oster Hy״d.
Age 41 at his fall • Resident of Neria
Master Sgt. (Res.) Uria Mesh Hy"d
Armor Fighter, 52nd Battalion, 401st "Iron Tracks" Brigade
Survived by his wife Avital and six children
A man of immense humility, Torah study, depth, and kindness. Despite being officially exempt from reserve service due to age, he reported immediately to the front lines upon the outbreak of the war out of profound responsibility and devotion to Am Yisrael. He fell heroically in combat in northern Gaza on October 31, 2023.
"We made a solemn vow—never again. State, land, people. That is where our hearts open, that is where our spirit flows, and from there we shall never cease."
Age 28 at his fall • Deep family roots in the Kehilat Leshem community
Master Sgt. (Res.) Eliyahu Meir Ohana Hy"d
Combat Fighter, 7810th Battalion, Yiftach (11th) Brigade
Survived by his wife Ravaya and two young children
A brilliant engineer and exceptional man of kindness with an ever-radiant smile. Always first to volunteer and assist anyone in need with genuine warmth. During the intense battles, his second son Yosef Avraham was born; Eliyahu Meir was blessed to briefly attend the Brit Milah before returning to the front lines, where he fell in combat in central Gaza on December 23, 2023.
"The world is built on loving-kindness - a light of joy, boundless giving, and pure, heartfelt love for Israel."
Age 22 at his fall • Beloved son of Modi'in, family roots in Leshem
Captain Eitan Itzhak Oster Hy"d
Team Commander, Egoz Unit, IDF Commando Brigade
Survived by his parents and seven brothers and sisters
An adored commander and inspiring natural leader who combined extraordinary valor, tactical excellence, and profound sensitivity for his soldiers. He led his team at the spearhead of commando operations in the north and Gaza. On the eve of Rosh Hashanah 5785 (October 2, 2024), he fell leading his men in intense close-quarters combat in southern Lebanon.
"A true warrior fights not because he hates what is in front of him, but because he loves what is behind him."