In their hour of grief, the family of Leiby Kletzky is thanking their community and their city for helping them through the tragedy of losing their 8-year-old son to a murderer.
A neighbor posted this statement from Nachman and Itta Kletzky outside their Borough Park building Friday morning:
“We are forever grateful and thankful to Hashem (G-d). We would also like to express to each and every individual – to our friends and neighbors and our fellow New Yorkers and to all the volunteers and to all the agencies from the local, city, state, and federal, who assisted us above and beyond physically, emotionally, and spiritually – and to all from around the world, who had us in their thoughts and prayers. From the depths of our mourning hearts, we thank you!”
Several people stopped to read the text – and were struck by its graciousness.
“It just goes to show you the true character of this family,” said neighbor Abe Aron, 35, who is not related to confessed killer Levi Aron. “Even in the midst of this unspeakable tragedy, the family takes the time to give thanks. It truly touches my heart.”
(Source: NY Daily News)
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Some people have class – what a wonderful family. I pray that the achdus we showed this week continues and they will get some menucha from us all pulling together and not apart.
#1 bestbubby you said it so well. This family has class! In their sorrow, they took the time to thank everyone for helping to look for their son. What courage and acceptance they are showing. Do you know if Leiby a”H was their oldest child?
Saftala miriam