Poised and elegant like her mother, Rachelli was always so graceful in her actions. I have a memory of Rachelli cleaning up after an art project for Torah Fair in grade 4. She and I had gotten extra classtime to finish up our different parts of our presentations in the same room. We both had big messes to clean up and not much time left, so we both dropped to the floor to clean up. While I crawled around on my hands and knees picking up garbage, Rachelli repeatedly bent down with such tznius that I stopped what I was doing and copied her instead.
Rachelli was so beautiful, inside and out. All who knew her will remember how inspiring and modest she was. She will be sorely missed.
Rachelli had an unwavering commitment in ensuring that those around her were happy. There was always such a beautiful smile that greeted anyone and everyone who came her way. Exquisitely dressed with a matching and charming demeanor, Rachelli was the epitome of class and sophistication. I remember like it was yesterday, all throughout Eitz Chaim, when I turned to her for help with studying for any school work or tests. There was never any hesitation when I asked if she could help me. Just like that, she was ready and willing to be of assistance. At such a young age, Rachelli had this aura of maturity well beyond our elementary school years. She had a finesse and delicate nature that I admired so much and was an obvious character trait that was passed down from her mother. Rachelli exuded a gentleness and kindness that was so distinct in everything she did- whether it was the way she sat in the classroom and was always astute, prim and proper, or the way she carried herself on the way to the lunchroom.
ReplyDeleteI am fortunate that I got to spend 8 years of elementary school with her, and will forever cherish those memories. The legacy of her devotion to Torah and Mitzvot, the compassion and respect to her family and friends shall live on with her spirit. May her Neshama rest peacefully in Gan Eden and we should only hear of Simchas.
I worked for Rachellis Mother for awhile before Pasach.Rachelli would greet me with the biggest warmest smile.I remember that smile and twinkle in her eye like it happened today.Karen you said it beautifully .Rachelli was Mature beyond her years and has such a beautiful calm "Oroha" round her.We should all learn to greet people like Rachelli did,with a great big smile and a warm welcome.Please all think of a mitzva that we can try to do in the Zacholt of Rachelli.Does anyone know what her full name was and her fathers name(for Tehillum purposes)
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ReplyDeleteRacheli is my closest friend for many years, and I still dont have the right words that would do justice to say what I want to. I hardly heard her get angry or show any emotion to when she felt something was not going her way. I loved talking to her and just listening to what she had to say because there was always something to learn from. I looked up to Racheli for advice or insights because she knew what was right and believed that was the right thing to do. She was always optimistic whether it was in what she was studying or in general she just went with the flow. So many memories cross my mind but I dont know where to begin. I cannot believe I am writing this for my dear friend that just left this world to be in a better place! She always wanted to do stuff for others, she asked me, do you maybe want to do this with me for this person- and I sometimes had excuses but most times I wanted to just follow along because I knew she is sincere and could learn from her actions and from the deeds she did. To her siblings she constantly looked out for them. She always worried for them and made sure they were ok. They looked up to Racheli because she was and still is there older sister. I would love to have a sister like Racheli, who wouldnt. I am missing her very much and I hope that I will be able to see her again soon in the coming of Moshiach bmhara biyomanu amen!
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I can't believe we are writing about Rachelli in the past - there is choke in my throat, yet I see her demure smile and her beautifull dimples and it makes me smile. I hear her sweet soft voice guiding me in her special way. She taught me so much and gave me so much chisuk, while I was the adult and she the child. This world will never be the same without you, but I believe olem habah is even better with you there- the very special Neshamah. I am sure she will be smiling over us all and watch over her family and help them gain strenghth from this terrible loss.
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Always my role model.
ReplyDeleteRacheli, throughout your life you taught me about shalom, chesed, veahvta lereacha kamocha and tznius and with your petira you taught me how to stay strong and live each day to it's fullest.
I'm sorry that I never knew you better.
Your beautiful smile, soft voice and chein are etched in my heart.
Thank you for being mature when I was not, and for showing me what was right when I didn't know.
Leah (Nussbaum) Israel
Although I did not know Racheli well, I had the privilege of seeing her often when she would spend time at our house while visiting my sister Hindy.
ReplyDeleteSo soft spoke and graceful, it was hard not to be taken with Racheli’s elegance and class, an obvious reflection of a deep inner beauty.
There was one thing however, that never ceased to amaze me which I now unfortunately have the opportunity to share.
Whenever Racheli would come over, she was rarely alone. Accompanying her was always one of her delicious little sisters. Be it to spend an afternoon with friends or just to go for a slurpee, Racheli would always include them. While most teenagers would rather not have their sisters with them while hanging out with friends, Racheli genuinely enjoyed their company. This seemed to be who Racheli was. A prime example of V’Ahavta L’Raiacha K’Mocha.
May these beautiful memories of Racheli help ease a bit of the heart wrenching pain of losing someone you love.
Nechama (Levin) Taub