Deaths in the 2000s
23,000+ memorials
Irena Kagnowski
1955–2009 (age 54)
Yarkon Cemetery
Irena Kagnowski was a harpist whose elegant artistry soothed concert halls and students alike.
Joseph Knaan
1922–2002 (age 80)
Yarkon Cemetery
Ratson Halevi
1922–2007 (age 85)
Yarkon Cemetery
Ratson Halevi was a poet who celebrated resilience and community in his work.
Uri Lotan
1951–2005 (age 54)
Yarkon Cemetery
Josef Halevi
1923–2009 (age 86)
Yarkon Cemetery
Josef Halevi was a painter whose canvases captured both the land and the spirit of his people.
Gabriel Dagan
1922–2008 (age 86)
Yarkon Cemetery
Herzl Fritzner
1919–2007 (age 88)
Yarkon Cemetery
Ernst Weinberger
1916–2000 (age 84)
Yarkon Cemetery
Gamliel Cohen
1922–2002 (age 80)
Yarkon Cemetery
Mickey Abeles
1917–2004 (age 87)
Yarkon Cemetery
David Yafit
1913–2000 (age 87)
Yarkon Cemetery
David Yafit was a cherished elder whose steady presence strengthened his community.
Aviezer Golan
1922–2001 (age 79)
Yarkon Cemetery
Elijah Schramm
1932–2001 (age 69)
Yarkon Cemetery
Elijah Schramm was remembered for his quiet generosity and steady counsel.
Yuriy Hilbukh
1928–2000 (age 72)
Yarkon Cemetery
David Liviatan
1937–2007 (age 70)
Yarkon Cemetery
David Liviatan was a poet whose verses gave voice to everyday courage.
Michael Heshbi
1917–2001 (age 84)
Yarkon Cemetery
Moshe Posner
1911–2005 (age 94)
Yarkon Cemetery
Moshe Posner was a textbook writer whose clear texts guided generations of students.
Amiram Eldor
1942–2004 (age 62)
Yarkon Cemetery
Israel Simionsky
1934–2007 (age 73)
Yarkon Cemetery
Israel Simionsky was a gifted photographer whose lens celebrated the spirit of everyday Israel.
Avraham Mamistavalov
1921–2005 (age 84)
Yarkon Cemetery
Moshe Nacht
1915–2001 (age 86)
Yarkon Cemetery
Judge Moshe Nacht guided Israeli courts with fairness and wisdom.
Eliezer Palczynski
1912–2007 (age 95)
Mount of Olives Jewish Cemetery
Elya Svei
1924–2009 (age 85)
Mount of Olives Jewish Cemetery
Gavriel Holtzberg
1979–2008 (age 29)
Mount of Olives Jewish Cemetery
Aryeh Leybesh Halbershṭam
1912–2007 (age 95)
Mount of Olives Jewish Cemetery
Aryeh Leybesh Halbershṭam was a devoted community member whose quiet strength inspired others.
Jacob Breuer
1915–2008 (age 93)
Mount of Olives Jewish Cemetery
Yiśraʾel Grosman
1923–2007 (age 84)
Mount of Olives Jewish Cemetery
Yiśraʾel Grosman was a beloved family man whose steady presence enriched those around him.
Maikl kaspi
1914–2006 (age 92)
Mount of Olives Jewish Cemetery
Yosef Scheinberger
1919–2007 (age 88)
Mount of Olives Jewish Cemetery
Yosef Scheinberger was a steadfast figure whose warm character left many fond memories.
Pnina Peli
1932–2006 (age 74)
Mount of Olives Jewish Cemetery
Samuel Raviv
1918–2002 (age 84)
Yarkon Cemetery
Scientist Samuel Raviv advanced knowledge with a curious mind and kindly mentorship.
David Agmon
1917–2008 (age 91)
Yarkon Cemetery
Reuven Aharoni
1943–2007 (age 64)
Yarkon Cemetery
University teacher Reuven Aharoni inspired generations of students with his passion for learning.
Werner Silberstein
1899–2001 (age 102)
Sanhedria Cemetery
Yisroel Moshe Dushinsky
1921–2003 (age 82)
Shaare Zedek Cemetery, Jerusalem
Haim Marinov
1904–2001 (age 97)
Sanhedria Cemetery
Shmuel Berenbaum
1920–2008 (age 88)
Sanhedria Cemetery
Yehoshua Ben-Zion
1924–2004 (age 80)
Sanhedria Cemetery
Shabtai Aton
1925–2006 (age 81)
Sanhedria Cemetery
Shabtai Aton was a devoted member of the Sanhedria community whose kindness touched many.
Aharon Hoter-Yishai
1905–2003 (age 98)
Ein Gev
Uri Kochba
1910–2001 (age 91)
Na'an
Archivist Uri Kochba preserved vital records for future generations.
Yariv Alter
1968–2007 (age 39)
Yarkon Cemetery
Menaḥem Rusaḳ
1920–2000 (age 80)
Na'an
Menaḥem Rusaḳ was a steadfast member of the Na'an community whose warmth lives on in those he loved.
Meir Ben-Gur
1916–2008 (age 92)
Yarkon Cemetery
Yehuda Drexler
1924–2005 (age 81)
Yarkon Cemetery
Architect Yehuda Drexler left a legacy of thoughtful forms that continue to serve communities along the Yarkon.
Herzl Erlich
1930–2003 (age 73)
Yarkon Cemetery
Henry Goot
1913–2007 (age 94)
Yarkon Cemetery
Henry Goot was treasured for his calm steadiness and quiet contributions to those around him.
Elkana Margalit
1913–2006 (age 93)
Yarkon Cemetery
Yehuda Rothem
1920–2007 (age 87)
Sdot Yam
Businessman Yehuda Rothem combined sharp acumen with a generous spirit for Sdot Yam and beyond.
Yeruham Meshel
1912–2002 (age 90)
Nahalat Yitzhak Cemetery