Community Rallies to Support Family of Nadia Sokolenko After Tragic Attack
In a heartbreaking incident that shook the community of Jaffa, Nadia Sokolenko, a 40-year-old mother, was tragically murdered during a shooting attack on Jerusalem Boulevard. The attack, which left seven dead and many injured, has prompted an outpouring of support for Nadia's family. Friends have initiated a fundraising campaign to assist her partner Vadim and their six-year-old daughter Mia, raising over 850,000 shekels to date.
Merav Cohen Mor, a close friend of Nadia, shared her memories of the kind-hearted woman who always saw the good in others despite facing her own challenges. "Nadia was a humble and hardworking woman, always smiling and ready to do anything for her daughter," Cohen Mor expressed in a heartfelt Facebook post. "She was happy about their new life in Jaffa and dedicated to making Mia's dreams come true."
Nadia's journey to Israel began 20 years ago when she immigrated from Moldova, inspired by stories from her Jewish grandmother. Recently, she had moved to Jaffa to provide Mia with a better environment, and she was thriving in her new job at a high-tech company. Tragically, she was shot on her way home after celebrating the New Year with her colleagues. Cohen Mor vowed to ensure that Nadia's family receives the support they need, stating, "We will take care of Vadim and Mia, just as Nadia would have wanted."
Nadia Sokolenko Laid to Rest Amid National Mourning
Nadia Sokolenko was laid to rest in a licensed cemetery in Jaffa, surrounded by friends and family who mourned her untimely death. Her husband Vadim and daughter Mia were left heartbroken, as Nadia had been the center of their world. Friends recounted how she had dedicated her life to ensuring Mia's happiness and education, even going to great lengths to find the right school for her daughter.
During the funeral, Vadim delivered an emotional eulogy, promising to uphold the dreams Nadia had for their daughter. He recalled their last moments together, filled with love and warmth. The funeral was attended by members of the Knesset and community leaders, reflecting the profound impact Nadia had on those around her.
The tragic shooting attack, which also injured 16 others, was carried out by two Palestinian terrorists who were subsequently neutralized by security forces. This incident has heightened tensions in the region, with calls for solidarity and support for the victims and their families. Nadia's memory will live on through the love she shared and the community that continues to rally around her family.
