Event Marked First Yartzeit of Rabbi Yonah Avtzon

Hundreds gathered at an event Tuesday evening to mark the first Yartzeit of Rabbi Yonah Avtzon, the longtime director of Sichos In English (SIE) publishing and renowned Shadchan, in Crown Heights. Full Story, Photos, Video

January 29, 2020 – 3 Shevat 5780

Photos: Menush Amit/COLlive

Speakers included Rabbi Yaakov Chazan – brother-in-law of Rabbi Avtzon, Rabbi Moshe Avtzon – a nephew of Rabbi Avtzon, Rabbi Levi Avtzon – eldest son of Rabbi Avtzon, Rabbi Mendy Blau – nephew of Rabbi Avtzon, and Rabbi Meir Simcha Kogan.

A siyum was made by Sruly Avtzon.

Speakers remarked on Rabbi Avtzon’s dedication as a Chosid of the Rebbe and to the spreading of the Rebbe’s teachings, as well as in helping many to find their Shidduch, and offering assistance to many people with advice and other help.

A touching video presentation with a song written by Rabbi Avtzon’s children was shown as well.

VIDEO PRESENTATION:

VIDEO: Full Replay

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May his neshama have an aliya

thank you Rabbi Avtzon for Sichos in English.

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Amazing

How can I as a mother see that I raise kids so well that they talk about me with such love? How did Yonah show such unconditional love to his family? It’s just amazing! He has bh such happy kids.
Thankful for broadcasting this event, a lesson for all of us!