Father Writes Heartfelt Letter to Son Lost on October 7
Translated & summarized from Ynet by baba
Dedi Simchi, father of fallen soldier Guy Simchi, wrote a letter to his son on the third anniversary of his death on October 7. Simchi expressed his enduring grief and Guy's continued influence on many, including soldiers inspired by his bravery. He stressed the need for Israel to ensure sacrifices are not in vain and to continue fighting for security. The letter concluded with a promise to move forward, honoring Guy's memory.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Dedi Simchi wrote a letter to his son, Sergeant Major Guy Simchi, who fell on October 7, on the third anniversary of his death.
- Simchi described the profound and ongoing impact Guy has on his family and others, including soldiers inspired by his bravery.
- He reflected on how life and perspectives have changed for Israelis since the October 7 massacre.
- Simchi urged that sacrifices must not be in vain and called for Israel to continue transforming the region.
- He promised to honor his son's memory by continuing to move forward after every fall.
Dedi Simchi, father of Sergeant Major Guy Simchi who fell in battle on October 7, 2023, penned a poignant letter to his son, marking what would have been the third anniversary of his death. The letter, published on Ynet's special memorial page, expresses the enduring pain and the profound impact Guy continues to have on his family and others.
Simchi described the surreal experience of speaking to his son, acknowledging the logical impossibility while embracing the soul's belief in his continued presence. He recounted an encounter on a flight where a young Canadian soldier, serving in the same elite unit as Guy, recognized his son's name and spoke of his bravery, highlighting Guy's widespread influence.
The father reflected on how life, the country, and perspectives have fundamentally changed since October 7. He shared the pride and sorrow of being known primarily as the father of the fallen hero, noting that while his family members have married, the nation continues to fight both externally and internally.
Simchi emphasized the moral imperative to ensure that the sacrifices of his son and other fallen soldiers are not in vain. He called for Israel to continue transforming the Middle East and to make its enemies understand the severe price they have paid and will continue to pay for the October 7 massacre. He expressed confidence that Israel is on the right path, urging continued determination, wisdom, and humility.
Concluding his letter, Simchi promised his son that they would continue to move forward, inspired by Guy's own words about rising after every fall. He described the supportive community in Gedera that surrounds them, sharing their immense loss. The letter ended with a tender farewell to his "beloved son, hero of Israel."
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