Barbara and Jack Gross, very close friends, US Our hearts remain filled with sadness. May memories of Mona strengthen you as you navigate through the difficult days ahead. The poet Ellen Brenneman shares her heartfelt words with us on the loss of a daughter,
"We can't know why the lily has so brief a time to bloom in the warmth of sunlight's kiss upon its face before it folds into its fragrance and bids the world good night to rest its beauty in a gentler place.
But we can know that nothing that is loved is ever lost and no one has touched a heart can really pass away because some beauty lingers on in each memory of which they've been a part."
May we make a visit to you on Friday?...... please let us know. Much love, Barbara & Jack
Lauren Rushton Rest in peace Mona. You fought long and hard; I'll always miss your infectious smile even though it was hiding so much pain. I hope you have finally found the peace that you have been searching for. ❤️
Suzy Dweck, friend, US Dear Esther, it has been so long since we have seen each other but I still remember the good times we had in deal. We were both from different parts of the world and I guess that's what we had in common. I have been thinking about you all week and want to tell you how sorry I am for your tragedy. There are no words ... My heart goes out to you and Alan. I would like to visit you this week if that is OK with you. Rosh Hashanah starts tonight and I am wishing you peace. Sending you my Sincere condolences, Suzy Dweck
Vivi Yanti, relative, Turkey Very Dear Esther & Haddad Family, I learned the sad and shocking news from Feride last week. I am so very very sad and sorry for your loss. This is a time when words are not enough to express our feelings. I wish all of you patience and offer my condoleances. May she rest in peace. Please be brave and strong, all my prayers are with you.
Aline et Phillip S. Rutstein, friends, Monaco | Israel What happen?????? Mona Daniella qui jouait avec les lunettes de mon père... Très très chers Esther et Alan, et Mac Barouh Dayan HaEmet. Je suis bouleversée par cette terrible nouvelle. Il y a t'il un numéro de téléphone pour vous joindre? Lots of Love, Aline
Miriam Strauss, Mona's high school friend, US Mona was always such a ray of sunshine and I'll never forget her massive smile that filled the room with light. I hope these help you remember her for all the joy that she brought into your life, as short as her own may have been. That's how I will choose to remember her. May her memory always be a blessing. Deepest regrets and condolences, Miriam Strauss
PB&BG46, Mona's friend, US I met Mona when I was a patient at 3 east. I heard about her death shortly afterwards. I am so so sorry for the pain you are going through at this moment. Mona was extremely gifted and an absolute beautiful person. She had a unique personality which only added more to her beauty. I cannot imagine how you are feeling. She will be greatly missed. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Todd and Tracy S., US Hi Esther, Tracy and I wanted you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Warm regards Todd
Karin R. , very dear friend, Switzerland Ma Cherie, Que dire ? Je te serre contre mon cœur en espérant de te porter un peu desoutient. J'arrive demain à NY pour 1 mois. Appelle moi quand tu veux.Je vous donne toute ma compassion. Vous seriez dans ma prière, Karin
Andrew Singer, US I have no words other than to pass along my sincere condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Roberta Willenken, one of Mona's favorite teachers, from nursery, NY, US Hello Esther It's Roberta from the Blue Room. Somehow, I heard some devastating news about your family. It can't be true, but if it is is there anything I can do to help? Is your family receiving visitors? I am so sad, and cannot imagine what I could possibly say to make this any easier. Just know that my thoughts are with you, Alan and Mac. Do you remember when we sent home telephone books that the children made, and Mona began calling her friends late at night? That is the Mona she will always be to me: warm, loving, friendly, kind, and generous with a twinkle in her eye. With love and heartfelt condolences, Roberta
Eli Zybert, friend, Italia | US Hi Esther, I am indeed planning to come by tomorrow. I am aware that the evening services are at 6:15pm, so I will try to be there ahead of that. Thank you for sending the address. I hope you are getting by considering the dreadful situation. My warmest regards, Eli
Emily Soudela, Mona's friend She was a very bright young lady with a beautiful personality and soul inside and outside beauty she is very much loved missed!!!
Dalia and Joe Cohen, relatives, Brasil | US Dear Esther, Alan and Mac, Baruch Dayan Haemet. We are sorry to hear the loss of Menucha bat Esther Z"L. May her Neshama rest in peace. May you be comforted among the mourners of Israel. May we share only smachot. Dalia and Joe Cohen