A tragic incident has occurred involving a young man named Itay Chen, a dual American and Israeli citizen, who was killed by Hamas terrorists on October 7th at the age of 19. Itay was previously believed to be among the hostages held by Hamas, adding to the sorrow of his untimely death.
Itay Chen, the second of three sons, was described as a talented individual by his father, Ruby. He was known for his involvement in the Boy Scouts and his passion for basketball, particularly computer basketball games. Itay's vibrant personality, including his singing and dancing skills, made him the life of the party among his peers.
His family, including his parents Ruby and Hageet, shared their deep sorrow and memories of Itay. They recounted celebrating what would have been Itay's 20th birthday in January, a poignant moment filled with prayers and love from family and friends at the Jerusalem wall.
The Chen family's hope for Itay's safe return was shattered by the tragic news of his death while serving on the Gaza border. The loss of this young life has left a profound impact on those who knew him, and the community mourns the loss of a promising individual.
As the Chen family navigates through this difficult time of grief and mourning, our hearts go out to them. Itay Chen's memory will forever be cherished, and his legacy will continue to be a blessing to those who knew him.
