“A Weight on the Soul”: The Heartbreaking Farewell Post by the Mother of the Late Niv Chaya Avitan

What happened

Gali Shagiai, the mother of the late Niv Chaya Avitan, posted a heartbreaking message on Thursday describing the intense grief she feels after her daughter died following a battle with cancer. Dozens of people responded with messages of support and comfort.

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Now 14Right · HebrewJun 11, 2026

“A Weight on the Soul”: The Heartbreaking Farewell Post by the Mother of the Late Niv Chaya Avitan

N12Center · HebrewJun 11, 2026

“Niv became a symbol because of how she chose to fight and live”: the mother of the young woman who touched an entire nation speaks

MakoCenter · HebrewJun 11, 2026

“Niv Became a Symbol Because of How She Chose to Fight and Live,” Says the Mother of the Young Woman Who Touched an Entire Nation

Now 14Right · HebrewJun 10, 2026

‘How do I go on without my heart?’: Niv Chaya’s husband struggles to take it in

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