Hamas Killed Former St. Paul Teacher In Terrorist Attack On Israel

ST. PAUL, MN — A former St. Paul school teacher was killed in the Oct. 7 Hamas terrorist attack on Israel.

Noi Maudi, 29, and his brother-in-law Moti Elkabetz "were murdered in Israel," his obituary reads. Another brother-in-law was injured and Maudi's nephew, Matan Rosenberg, is still missing.

Maudi taught at Talmud Torah of St. Paul. His burial was held in Israel.

"Noi moved to America in 2016 and touched so many lives in ways that we will never forget," a GoFundMe page established for his family reads.

"He dedicated his time to teaching Hebrew at Talmud Torah, always with a gentle smile and unwavering motivation to his students. With a passion for food, he also spent time working with a catering company, serving up delicious meals and always cooking new and innovative recipes at home with his Minnesota family. We will never forget those joyful times together. His kindness and genuine care for all will bless us in the countless memories we all have with our dear Noi."

"He was their favorite teacher," St. Paul City Council Member Rebecca Noecker, whose two kids were taught by Maudi, told the Star Tribune.

"He was just delightful. He had a great sense of humor. He was able to connect with them on a level that went beyond the traditional classroom activities."

Maudi is the second Minnesotan confirmed to have been killed by Hamas earlier this month. Cindy Flash — originally from St. Paul — and her Israeli husband were killed in their own home during the attacks.

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