 
Senate Resolution No. 277
 
BY: Senator RHOADS
 
        MOURNING  the  tragic  and  untimely death of Omer
        Maxim Neutra on October 7, 2023
 
  WHEREAS, It is with feelings of deepest regret that this Legislative
Body records the passing of Omer Maxim Neutra,  an  extraordinary  young
man of indomitable faith and dedication whose short, yet purposeful life
will long serve as a standard to which others might aspire; and
 
  WHEREAS,   Omer  Maxim  Neutra,  an  American-Israeli  citizen,  was
tragically killed on October 7, 2023; and
 
  WHEREAS, A beloved son to Ronen and Orna Neutra, Omer was a  natural
leader  who  made those around him better with his warmth and ability to
engage and encourage others to be their best; he was deeply committed to
both the people and land of Israel and immigrated to Israel out of  that
same deep commitment; and
 
  WHEREAS,  Omer  Maxim  Neutra  was  a  man  of  values, blessed with
talents; he enlisted in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), where he served
as a tank platoon commander  in  Israel's  7th  Armored  Brigade's  77th
Battalion; and
 
  WHEREAS, Omer Maxim Neutra was killed in the line of duty; and
 
  WHEREAS,  A  native  of  Plainview,  Long  Island, Omer Maxim Neutra
planned to return to the  United  States  for  college;  he  dreamed  of
dedicating   himself  to  building  peace;  the  grandson  of  Holocaust
survivors, his family's strength and resilience has been carried through
the generations; and
 
  WHEREAS, Omer  Maxim  Neutra,  21,  loved  sports,  playing  soccer,
basketball,  and  volleyball,  and served as the captain of his school's
sports teams; he was a warm, optimistic, and caring individual  who  lit
up the room the moment he entered; and
 
  WHEREAS,  Omer Maxim Neutra represents the very best of our country,
pledging his life to protect his fellow man; this Legislative Body sends
its heartfelt condolences to the family members, loved ones, and friends
who are grieving the tremendous loss of this brave soldier;  our  entire
State  and  Nation  stand  with you, and we will never fail to honor his
service, his legacy, and his sacrifice; now, therefore, be it
 
  RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its  deliberations  to
mourn  the  tragic  and  untimely  death of Omer Maxim Neutra; and be it
further
 
  RESOLVED, That a copy of this  Resolution,  suitably  engrossed,  be
transmitted to the family of Omer Maxim Neutra.
Mourning the tragic and untimely death of Omer Maxim Neutra

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