Mickey Kairey Garden

Kings Hwy, E5 St & Av R

Brooklyn

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Meyer “Mickey” Kairey (1922-2016) was born to Syrian Immigrants in Manhattan’s Lower East Side but spent most of his life in Brooklyn. He was a decorated combat medic in World War II where he was present during D-Day and the liberation of the concentration camps.

Following his military medical training, Kairey became a part of the Chevra Kedisha. Members of this organization are responsible for the care of the Jewish community’s deceased. For forty years, he supported families while making sure their loved ones had everything required according to tradition.

Kairey was a founding father of the Magen David Synagogue, which is on the National Register of Historic Places. There, he taught the Torah to countless children throughout their lives. Kairey was recognized for his efforts and presented with a tribute wall in the synagogue to thank him for his kindness and humility. Kairey died on March 4, 2016 and is buried in Jerusalem. A scholarship was set up in his name at the synagogue.

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