Honoring Joshua Erani

Josh Erani passed away April 19 as a result of a weather-related car accident. The college-bound senior spent his early years in Houston before moving to Newton, Mass., with his family seven years ago. Before moving, Josh attended Beth Yeshurun Day School. One day after Josh died, more than 30 students who graduated fifth grade with Josh in 2013 gathered on Zoom for a virtual service in his honor. Every one of his classmates attended the service – even those who had not spoken to Josh for years – a testament to Josh’s ability to make everyone feel seen, even as a child. “I would describe Josh as one of the most selfless and generous individuals I’ve ever met,” said Lillie Rosen, who met Josh at Beth Yeshurun and kept in touch with him since he left Houston. Led by Sam Rosen and Peter Berry, the call lasted for over an hour. Josh is survived by siblings Sarah, Joseph and Rachel and parents Dr. David and Diana Erani. Josh is pictured here (second from right in the bottom row) with his fifth-grade classmates and teachers. For more, see "Students Honor the Legacy of Classmate Joshua Erani" by Pooja Salhotra.

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