The funeral of Staff Sgt. (res.) Alexander (Sasha) Filin, 29, a lone soldier who fell in battle in southern Lebanon, will be held at noon at the Haifa military cemetery, family and friends announced. Friends are urging the public to attend, concerned that a small service would not reflect the leadership and sacrifice of the soldier who volunteered alone for Israel.
The funeral of Staff Sgt. (res.) Alexander (Sasha) Filin, 29, will be held today (Sunday) at noon at the Haifa military cemetery, according to a public plea shared by his family. Filin immigrated alone to Israel, served in a combat role, and was selected as a presidential standout after neutralizing a terrorist and saving lives. He was killed last week in southern Lebanon by a Hezbollah IED, as The Zioneer reported. Family members expressed concern that few people would attend, as many of his fellow soldiers cannot make the service, and urged the public to honor his memory and pay their last respects.
4 developments
- StrongIDF says one soldier killed, seven wounded by Hezbollah IED in southern Lebanon; Filin named, injuries detailed
- StrongDefense Minister Katz sends condolences to family of fallen reservist Filin
- DevelopingThe Zioneer republishes interview with fallen reservist Alexander Filin
- ConfirmedIDF soldier killed by Hezbollah IED in southern Lebanon, deputy division commander wounded
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