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Dearest family, friends, strangers who have treated us like family and new friends,
We would like to express our deepest gratitude and appreciation for the generosity of your hearts and the personal concern you have extended to us. From around the world you have stood by our side and prayed with us, for Shua.
Your overflowing financial assistance and generosity was given with such dignity and grace. We will forever be grateful for the way you outstretched your hand in friendship. May the merit of your deeds travel with Shua's soul to highest of highs.
You prayed, loved, learned and fought with us every moment over the past few weeks. You continued and continue to rally around us and respond with such unbelievable kindness, and we as a family are truly humbled. We have read and reread your messages and feel comforted by your sensitivity, care and compassion.
We will continue to share Shua’s light and love for humanity, the way that you have shown us.
Our deepest love and thanks,
Simi, Emanuella and Tsofia Polonsky (nee Gestetner)
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In Memory Of Shua Polonsky - Yehoshua Rafael Halevi Ben Hershel Leib & Yocheved
As you may know, three short weeks ago Shua contracted a life-threatening condition and passed away on Thursday, 9 November.
During these 3 weeks, there was an outpour of love and an unimaginable effort made by thousands upon thousands of people around the world who rallied together, taking action in prayer, and acts of goodness and kindness to bring Shua to a full recovery. We were certain we would see a miracle from God. As his family, we want you to know that every single action and prayer supported us. We were privileged to have his life extended three weeks where the most important part happened - Unity Through Action. All of your efforts and actions provided an incredible amount of strength to Shua, his family, and the medical staff at NYU. He was fighting hard, and we were fighting with him. There are no words to describe how sad we are by this loss. However, we also believe that Shua accomplished his mission and purpose on this earth and we were blessed to have the gift of having him in our lives for 31 beautiful years. To bring comfort to his family and each of your special souls, we want to continue to live out Shua's life mission -- bringing more of God's light into the world through connecting with people. Our continued actions will uplift Shua's soul while bringing unity amongst us and ultimately together we are stronger.
Shua just completed his PhD from Long Island University three weeks prior to his passing and was excited to embark on the next stage of his professional life as a psychologist, to build and support his family as well as continue his passion of contributing to people's lives. Shua was a loving husband to his wife Simi, an amazing father to his 2 beautiful daughters; Emanuella and Tsofia, with a third baby on the way, please God.
Shua had a special gift; he listened with an open heart and connected with all of humanity. Shua truly cared for everyone and their needs.
We thank you for all your love, actions and contributions to support the family during this difficult time.
The Funds from the campaign will go to ensure long-term financial stability for Simi and her kids, to be managed by a group of trusted professionals.
With Love,
Families Polonsky & Gestetner
** Donations in the USA and Australia are tax deductible **
** Authorized by Simi's Family **