It is with great sadness that Matzav.comreports the petirah of habochur Raphael Yechezkel (Chezki) Perkal z”l. He was 41 years old.
Chezki was the beloved son of Reb Chaim Perkal, founder and chairman of Magen Avraham and Aley Siach, organizations dedicated to children and adults with special needs. Through his life’s work, Reb Chaim established a powerful legacy of chessed in honor of his son and for the benefit of so many.
Born on the 11th of Adar I, in 1983, Chezki’s life was one of radiant light. Friends and family recall a young man with a heart full of joy, gratitude, and a remarkable sense of humor. His inner goodness shone brightly and left a deep impression on everyone he encountered.
About four years ago, Chezki was diagnosed with a serious illness. Yet, through the mercy of Hashem and the tefillos of countless people who cared for him, he experienced what his family called “four good years”—a Divine gift.
Last year, upon reaching the milestone age of forty, his family celebrated with a grand event. In a hall filled with music, simcha, and gratitude, they honored his life with a celebration that resembled a wedding. Chezki sat like a king, surrounded by those who loved him most.
The levayah is taking place tonight at Shamgar Funeral Home in Yerushalayim, passing the Gerrer Beis Medrash on Yirmiyahu Street, and proceeding to Har HaMenuchos for kevurah.
The family will sit shivah through Friday afternoon at the home of his parents at 12 Rechov Divrei Chaim in the Kiryat Sanz neighborhood of Yerushalayim.
Yehi zichro boruch.
{Matzav.com}