top of page

Ran Gvili

Ran Gvili

24

Staff Sergeant Ran Gvili, 24, from Meitar.
Staff Sergeant Ran Gvili, who served in the Negev YASAM unit of the southern district police, was known for his quiet, humble manner of assisting many people, often doing so without seeking any recognition. More than anything, Ran was distinguished by his sincere concern for others. He had an unparalleled focus on genuinely listening to people, and he was always ready to lend a hand. Ran had a passion for motorcycles, enjoyed gatherings with friends, cherished moments with his sister and brother, and relished playing the guitar while sipping lemon arak.
On October 7, while on medical leave and awaiting surgery for a shoulder condition, Ran could have chosen to stay at home due to his health. Nonetheless, Ran was of the fabric of fighters, belonging to that unique breed of individuals who prioritize the welfare of others over their personal needs. Upon learning of the horrible attack by Hamas terrorists, which targeted innocent civilians with unprecedented violence, he immediately took up his personal weapon and went to fight. At 10:50 AM on that Saturday, Ran sent a last message to his friends, informing them he had been shot twice in the leg.
Ran was abducted after falling in combat at Kibbutz Alumim. Tragically, he was due to celebrate his 25th birthday on the following day, Sunday, October 8
Honor the memory of Ran
Ran was kidnapped by Hamas, and later his family was informed that he fell in battle.
Write a message of support to his family

09.02.2026

09.02.2026

09.02.2026

09.02.2026

09.02.2026

あなたの勇敢さに打たれて、その名前を心に刻む異国人が遠く日本にもいます。あなたの記憶は、私たち日本人にとっても祝福となります。ありがとう。イスラエルの心を現す人生は永遠に輝きます。

Your courage has touched us, and foreigners far away in Japan have etched your name in their hearts. Your memory is a blessing to us Japanese as well. Thank you. A life that embodies the heart of Israel will shine forever.

Martha K.

31.01.2026

Dear family and friends of Ran,

 

We would like to offer our condolences on the loss of your dear Ran. We are grateful that his body has returned to Israël and that you are able to bring him to his final resting place.

We wish you much strength and power from the Most High in the coming days.

Sincerely,

Gerrit and Bep Jurriën

Gerrit

26.01.2026

We are releaved with tears in our eyes for you as family! I say to my wife, this is one of the most emotional days in my life, the loss of your beloved Ran is so great, but finally home! We pray for you all, we did it for all the days and we go on with it, love you all, we are non Jews but our heart is with you all!!

Jakub &. I. W.

26.01.2026

מירי

26.01.2026

🫂💔🎗️

Doro E.

26.01.2026

The Jewish nation supports you and your family and we will carry Ran's memory forever. He sacrificed for all of us, throughout the worme. I hope you have comfort knowing you raised a hero.

Miranda

26.01.2026

I pray for his return every day!!!! i send my love and strength to all his family friends!!!!!!

Janice L.

24.01.2026

GOD BLESS ISRAEL..........

until the last hostage

PAUL S.

21.01.2026

09.01.2026

09.01.2026

09.01.2026

מירי

04.01.2026

עד שרני ישוב לארץ, לא נשכח להזכיר שמחכים לו💛

תמר ש.

04.01.2026

עד שרני ישוב לארץ, לא נשכח להזכיר שמחכים לו💛

תמר ש.

04.01.2026

עד שרני ישוב לארץ, לא נשכח להזכיר שמחכים לו💛

תמר ש.

04.01.2026

משפחה יקרה

מחבקת אותכם חיבוק חזק מנחם ומתפללת יחד איתכם לשובו של רני🙏🙏🙏🙏

תמימה פ.

04.01.2026

Veletek érzek.

Minden gyermek/ testvér/ társ / rokon elvesztése pokoli fájdalom.

Az elsőszülöttem és a kishugom vesztettem el.

Emléke fiatoknak legyen áldott!

26.12.2025

משפחה יקרה,

אנחנו איתכם בכל יום בשנה; אבל קשה במיוחד לשאת את הגעגוע והחוסר בחגים.

ציינו השבוע בכאב חג חנוכה שלישי מאז שרן איננו.

 

אנחנו נושאים את רן בלבנו ולא נפסיק את המאבק

להשיבו

שלכם תמיד,

משפחת לוין. הולנד

 

לוין

23.12.2025

With every candle we light, Ran is not forgotten. Bring him home 🎗️

Weisz f.

20.12.2025

Dear Gvili Family,

I am writing to you a few days after the body of the last Thai worker has been returned to Israel. I cannot imagine the pain of having a loved one taken captive by Hamas, a pain that continues as you wait for Ran, now the last hostage held in Gaza, to return. I am writing to let you know that despite the excitement of the many that have returned, Ran, and your pain are not forgotten. I am thinking of you and Ran and praying for you all. Despite the many miles that separate us, there is an invisible string, called Am Yisroel, that connects us. We share in each other's joy and pain. I hope this letter reaches you. You are not forgotten.

Waiting with you,

Adina Esses

Baltimore, MD, USA

 

Adina E.

07.12.2025

רן החטוף האחרון בשבי !

מאות חטופים שוחררו לפניו ואתה האחרון!

כולנו כמהים ומייחלים להשבתך לאדמת ישראל. למשפחתך ואוהביך כך שיוכלו להיפרד ממך ולתת לך כבוד אחרון.

קראנו על גבורתך ואומץֶ ליבך ונחישותך לצאת לקרב ולהגן על קיבוץֶעלומים.

אומץ לב ששילמת עליו בחייך. אין מחיר גדול מזה.

כולי תקווה שתשוב הביתה במהרה

רונה

Rona

04.12.2025

Dear Family of ran,

We think of your unimaginable loss of you son, brother and friend. We pray that he will come back to you for a proper burial in the country he defeated Israel.He was a hero on the 7 oktober. May his memory be a blessing forever. In deep condolence.

04.12.2025

I hope He will return back to Israel.

Following news from Latvia.

M. L. N.

04.12.2025

צפרית

27.11.2025

Just learned about Ran's story. An inspiration and true hero.

 

Waiting with his family for his return for eternal rest in Israel.

 

BDE

 

Uli

Uli B.

26.11.2025

Dear Family of Ran Gvili,

We have not forgotten you, your fate, and that of your loved ones. We are unhappy, that Ran is dead. You are forever in our hearts. Israel is not alone. You are not alone. There are also people in Germany who stand behind you and want to encourage you. There is a reason to look forward and keep going. It is a difficult, rocky road back to life, but I am sure it can be done. Whether you are surviving hostages or have lost loved ones, we wish you comfort in your grief. We pray for you.

Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.

Isaiah 41:10

Warm regards,

Stefan Fröhlich

 

Stefan F.

30.10.2025

29.10.2025

29.10.2025

16.04.2025

04.02.2025

04.02.2025

04.02.2025

04.02.2025

04.02.2025

04.02.2025

04.02.2025

04.02.2025

04.02.2025

04.02.2025

04.02.2025

04.02.2025

04.02.2025

04.02.2025

04.02.2025

04.02.2025

01.02.2025

30.01.2025

26.01.2025

נר ש.

08.01.2025

 

חושבים על רן וזוכרים את גבורתו

משפחת ל.

26.12.2024

Rip, may your memory be a blessing 🕯️

Madison

18.12.2024

הפרשת חלה בבית חב"ד אמסטלויין הולנד. ארגנה באהבה שליחת חב"ד טייבי קמיסר

CHABAD N.

04.12.2024

05.11.2024

15.10.2024

15.10.2024

12.09.2024

03.07.2024

14.06.2024

14.06.2024

23.05.2024

23.05.2024

23.05.2024

23.05.2024

23.05.2024

23.05.2024

23.05.2024

23.05.2024

23.05.2024

23.05.2024

23.05.2024

23.05.2024

23.05.2024

23.05.2024

23.05.2024

21.03.2024

21.03.2024

21.03.2024

21.03.2024

21.03.2024

Jules

15.02.2024

15.02.2024

משפחת גואילי היקרה, רן שלכם הגיבור הציל עשרות אנשים והשאיר אחריו מורשת של גבורה! מי יתן ותמצאו מזור בסיפור גבורתו יוצאת הדופן! תנחומיי. שולחת לכם חיבוקים. תמר שילו, הולנד

תמר ש.

01.02.2024

30.01.2024

Ofra

30.01.2024

Honor Ran's Memory: Express Your Sympathies and Support

Bitte beachten Sie, dass wir Aufkleber auf den Notizbüchern und Karten angebracht haben, um auf diejenigen hinzuweisen, die zurückgekehrt sind, und auf diejenigen, deren Leben verloren gegangen ist. Wir bitten Sie, Ihre Nachrichten entsprechend zu hinterlassen.
Mit dem Hochladen von Nachrichten oder Bildern erklären Sie sich mit unseren Allgemeinen Geschäftsbedingungen einverstanden

Ihre Nachricht wurde gesendet.

Danke für Ihre Unterstützung!

Laden Sie Ihre Nachricht aus dem Buch/Foto hoch
Max: 2 MB
write here your message of support. . .

bottom of page