Mother of Fallen Soldier Michael Tyukin Asks Public to Attend Funeral in Ashkelon

Fallen in Lebanon

Staff Sgt. Michael Tyukin, of blessed memory, fell overnight in Lebanon. Tyukin immigrated to Israel from Ukraine six years ago and lived in Israel with only his mother, while the rest of his family remained abroad.

His mother is now asking the public to attend the funeral of her only son, which is scheduled for tomorrow at 5:00 p.m. at the Givat Zion cemetery in Ashkelon.

Public Asked to Attend

One of Tyukin’s comrades shared an emotional appeal, explaining that the family is largely alone in Israel and needs support at the funeral.

“A friend from my team was killed yesterday in Lebanon, and we need everyone’s help because his family is alone,” the comrade wrote. “They are new immigrants, and from his family, only his mother is in Israel. She also does not really know Hebrew.”

The comrade added that Tyukin’s own team is still in Lebanon and may not be able to attend the funeral.

“Our team is still in Lebanon as well and probably will not be able to attend the funeral. If anyone can come to the funeral and help, and if people can come support his mother, it would help a lot. If anyone can share this, I would really appreciate it. It is the least we can do, to come honor him and be there for the family.”