Elazar Yair Wilensky, a 14 year old ninth-grade student and the youngest of five siblings, was tragically killed when an unexploded Hezbollah cluster munition detonated during a school hike in northern Israel.

Elazar was remembered as a vibrant, joyful and exceptionally intelligent boy who brought happiness to those around him. His life was cut short far too soon, leaving behind a grieving family, friends and school community.

The tragedy highlights the ongoing danger posed by unexploded munitions left behind in areas affected by the fighting along Israel’s northern border.

May Elazar’s memory be a blessing, and may his family find comfort during this heartbreaking time.

23 young students and their teacher were also injured in the explosion, may they have a speedy recovery.

Besuros Tovos.