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Respected Woman Sarah Bayla Koenig Passes Away After Illness

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By davidg

First reported by Behadrei Haredim · 3 hours ago

What happened

Sarah Bayla Koenig, a respected and pious woman known for her devotion to faith and family, passed away after a difficult illness. Her funeral was held in Jerusalem, and the family is observing Shiva.

  • 01Sarah Bayla Koenig, a pious and respected woman, has died.
  • 02She was known for her devotion to Torah, modesty, and kindness.
  • 03She endured severe suffering with faith and joy.
  • 04She was the wife of Rabbi Asher Zelig Koenig and daughter of Rabbi Yerucham Shalom Aharon Roicher.
  • 05Her funeral was in Jerusalem on Tuesday, October 4, 2025.
  • 06The family is observing Shiva in Jerusalem until the eve of Sukkot.

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JDNRight · Hebrew2 hours ago
Respected Woman Sarah Bayla Koenig Passes Away After Illness
Behadrei HaredimRight · Hebrew3 hours ago
Respected Educator's Wife, Sarah Bayla Koenig, Passes Away

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