At this hour, Staff Sergeant Birhanu Kasia, 22, from Beit Shemesh, who served as a soldier in the Givati Patrol, is laid to rest. Kasia was killed when an IED exploded in the southern Gaza Strip on Friday. At the time of his death, he was survived by his parents and seven sisters.
Beit Shemesh residents accompany the Kasia family as the funeral procession leaves for their son, Staff Sgt. Birhanu Kasia, z"l, Photo: Beit Shemesh Municipality Spokesperson's Office
"From childhood he showed abilities and courage, and was very proud in the family and community for the significant service of our capital in the IDF," the municipality said.
Mayor Dr. Aliza Bloch told the family: "The residents of the city wrap you in the immense pain over the loss of your son, the hero of Israel."
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