Rafi Eitan 1926 – 2019

Biography

Rafi Eitan was born on November 23, 1926, in Ein Harod, a kibbutz in what would become the State of Israel. He grew to become a significant figure in Israeli public life, dedicating much of his career to service in government and politics. Throughout his life, he remained connected to his roots in the Hasharon region, where he would ultimately be laid to rest.

His career spanned decades of involvement in Israeli political life, during which he worked to shape policy and contribute to his nation’s development. Eitan’s commitment to public service reflected the values of his generation, many of whom were instrumental in building the early Israeli state during formative and challenging times.

Eitan passed away on March 23, 2019, at Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center, following cerebrovascular disease. He was 92 years old. His remains were interred in Netanya, in the Hasharon subdistrict, close to the region where he had spent much of his life. His legacy remains part of Israel’s political and social history.