Pleas of surviving relatives: Frankcom’s family released a statement describing her as a “kind, selfless and outstanding human being” and emphasized that she was killed while delivering food to the people of Gaza. They said she would leave behind “a legacy of compassion, bravery and love.” Friends and colleagues echoed these sentiments, highlighting her dedication to ensuring that people in need always had a hot meal to look forward to.

Pleas of surviving relatives: His fiancée, Jacqui Henderson, expressed a strong desire to keep his memory alive and encouraged open conversation about him: “We never want people to feel uncomfortable about talking about Jim… that’s keeping Jim’s memory alive.” His mother, Trish Henderson, described the year following his death as “extremely difficult.” His father, Neil Henderson, emphasized legacy and remembrance, stating that the boxing club tribute ensures James “won’t be forgotten.” The family planned to mark the anniversary by remembering him together, honoring both his life and the joy he brought to others.

Pleas of surviving relatives: John Chapman’s family expressed deep grief and called attention to the human cost of the attack. Through their statement, they pleaded for recognition of his humanity and his sacrifice. They said they were “devastated” by his death and emphasized that he “died trying to help people” who were suffering in Gaza. His relatives also described the attack as an “inhumane act,” urging the world to understand that he was there purely for humanitarian reasons. Their words reflect a plea for accountability, compassion, and for his heroism and selflessness to be remembered with dignity.

Pleas of surviving relatives: Zaher’s personal account was shared by one of his uncles that he lay wounded on the ground — still alive, still conscious — an Israeli military vehicle drove over his body, crushing him, splitting him in half. This is what was done to a teenage boy. A boy who was named after his uncle, a man killed in the 2008 war. A boy who carried the weight of exile — from Hamama to Jabalia — without ever seeing the land his family once came from.

Pleas of surviving relatives: Friends and colleagues, such as chef Laura Pauli, expressed profound grief and anger, calling him an “extraordinary human being” and a great loss “to the planet.”