David Ratner
20 years old
Ashdod
David Ratner, 20, of Ashdod, was a Golani soldier remembered for his quiet inner strength. When Hamas terrorists attacked the Nahal Oz base on October 7, David climbed an observation tower and opened fire on the invaders. Later he was shot in the neck near a shelter but continued fighting for hours despite his wound. He was ultimately killed defending the base.
Staff Sgt. David Ratner, 20, of Ashdod - 13th Battalion, Golani Infantry Brigade.