It is with great sadness that Matzav.com reports the tragic passing of Yisroel Mordechai Goldstone z”l, who was tragically niftar on Sunday night at the age of 34 after drowning in Puerto Rico, where he resided with his wife, Mrs. Sarah Medina Goldstone.
Yisroel Mordechai was the beloved son of Rabbi and Mrs. Yitzchok Goldstone. He grew up in Far Rockaway, where his father is a devoted member of the staff of Yeshiva Darchei Torah.
Those who knew Yisroel Mordechai remember him as a deeply kindhearted person, whose gentle spirit and warm smile left an indelible mark on everyone he encountered. He was a true baal chesed, always ready to extend a helping hand, to lift the spirits of those around him, and to give of himself in quiet, meaningful ways. Friends and family alike recall his sincerity, humility, and his constant concern for others.
The tragic news has plunged his family, friends, and community into grief. In Puerto Rico, he and his wife Sarah Medina built a life together, and his presence will be profoundly missed by all who were privileged to know him.
As of this writing, authorities have not yet released the body for kevurah. Dedicated askaním are working tirelessly to secure its release so that proper burial arrangements can be made according to halacha.
Yisroel Mordechai is survived by his wife; his parents, Rabbi Yitzchok and Mrs. Malki Goldstone; and his siblings Eli, Avrumi, Aryeh and Zevi Goldstone; Mrs. Gila (Goldstone) Polack; and Ms. Tehila Goldstone.
UPDATE: The levaya will be held on Tuesday, at 1:30 p.m., at Beis Tefila of Inwood, located at 259 Doughty Boulevard in Inwood, NY. At 2:30 PM, the aron will depart for kevurah, which will take place at 3:15 PM at Beth David Cemetery, located at 300 Elmont Road in Elmont, NY.
Shiva will be at 320 Beach 17th Street in Far Rockaway, NY, until Monday morning, September 15. Daily Shacharis at 8:00 AM.
Umacha Hashem dimah me’al kol ponim.
{Matzav.com}
