Natalio Hupert

Pablo Hupert En esta foto estamos haciendo morisquetas tras apagar las velitas por mi cumpleaños. Fue una torta-sorpresa que Natalio y Aída prepararon para mí el 26/4/2019. Pa: fuiste un gran padre y un gran abuelo. Tu amor incondicional permitió que nuestra relación creciera etapa tras etapa. Te vamos a extrañar mucho! Abrazos

Pablo Hupert In this pic everyone had just sang happy birthday to me. It was a surprise-cake Natalio and Aida prepared for me. Dad: You were a great father and a great grandfather. I'll miss you a lot. Paola, Calu and Ian are already missing you! Abrazos!

Corina Judkowsky Que tristeza enorme.. Cuanto dolor... Cuanta impotencia... Mi querido tío abuelo Natalio que descanses en paz. Hoy se fue un gran tipo! Un amante de la familia, de la amistad, del conocimiento, la cultura, de la vida misma. Un hombre con una sonrisa noble, generoso y solidario como pocos de los que he conocido en mi vida. Siempre admire de él su templanza, la manera en que transmitía a mi y seguramente a muchos las más interesantes historias. Sus abrazos al encontrarnos me envolvian y si bien lamente esta última vez que nos vimos no poder abrazarte. Ambos entendimos que era lo mejor para cuidarnos. Querido Natalio tu paso deja estela de sabiduría y amor. Una huella en el corazon en todos los que tuvimos el gusto de conocerte. Siempre te recordaré con una sonrisa en cada uno de los hermosos momentos vividos. Te quiero mucho y te voy a extrañar.

Tammy Fudem Querida familia Con lagrimas en los ojos me despido de Natalio. Con gran dolor y angustia. Es una tragedia que es dificil de aceptar, de entender..... Natalio, te gustaba la vida, fuistes muy familiero, muy motivado y con iniciativas creativas que parte de ellas la familia las gozo tambien. Natalio junto con Aida siempre agasajando en su casa y siempre haciendo lo mejor para la familia. Natalio , no olvidare todas las visitas que hicistes en Larrazabal junto con Aida para visitar a mis padres que ya estaban grandes y solos, como asi tambien en los grandes fiestas de cumpleanios agasajastes a mi papa trayendo el conjunto de "bailarines gallegos" para bailar en el famoso patio de Larrazabal bailes flamencos que a mi papa tanto le gustaba. Me acuerdo que en la fiesta de cumpleanios para mi mama tambien trajistes un grupo de bailarines Mejicanos para entretener a la familia y agasajar a mi mama. Mis padres te querian mucho y estaban recontentos que entrastes en la familia de los Bobek. Natalio tambien me acuero cuando era yo adolecente, junto con Aida pasabamos por tu casa a buscar a Ana para ir al Ken del Shil de Miralla. Y tambien todo lo que hicistes para honrar la memoria de tus padres e invitastes y reunistes a toda tu familia Huper en la gran fiesta del casamiento tuyo con Aida. Natalio, hicistes cosas inolvidables junto con Aida que quedaran grabadas en la memoria de la familia Bobek. Querido y admirado Natalio, desde Jerusalem me despido de vos y mando una foto muy linda de ese encuentro en mi casa, cenando juntos y vos comiendo "kreplaj" Natalio, fuistes una buena persona, que descanses en paz de ahora en adelante. Recordandote, Susie

Corina Judkowsky Schorr

Tammy Fudem I will greatly miss my beloved and very dear Tio Natalio. I'm so sad and shocked that he is gone. We have lost an amazing and exceptional man. Natalio was one of a kind: a truly extraordinary person. A man of great tenderness, compassion, intelligence, care, generosity and immense love. He selflessly took care of everyone around him with natural grace and respect. Natalio’s huge heart shines brighter than ever. I'm happy to have many beautiful memories of him from so many wonderful times we shared together. So much joy and laughter as well as deep talks and sharing. There has always been, and will always be, a very special place in our hearts for the one and only Natalio. We miss you. We love you. Rest in peace, querido Natalio. Lily & Toto

Corina Judkowsky

Tammy Fudem Como siempre con mil sonrisas...tan protector.....el papá de todos. Te queremos mucho tío querido. Hasta siempre. Haz hecho mucho bien en nosotros. Sabri. Armen. Sofi y Alejo.

Tammy Fudem MI DESPEDIDA, 57 AÑOS JUNTOS Transmitir en palabras lo que significó para mí Natalio Hupert no es tarea fácil. Les diré que fue una de las personas que más influyeron en mi vida. Su inteligencia, su humor y optimismo eran su carta de presentación. Conocí a Natalio en el año 1963 cursando anatomía en la Facultad de Medicina de la Universidad de Buenos Aires, desde entonces empezó una complicidad que perduró durante toda nuestra vida, teníamos un lenguaje no hablado, era suficiente para saber que pensaba uno del otro. Estudiábamos juntos en la casa de sus padres en Mataderos, etapa fundamental en mi vida que recuerdo con mucho cariño. Sus padres Saly y Samuel eran de otro planeta y su hermana Ana, muy especial, única, me llamaba cariñosamente "Tierno". Con gran esfuerzo y trabajando ambos nos graduamos de médicos y cada uno empezó su andadura. El con su trabajo de vendedor ambulante, y yo ayudando en la tapicería de mi padre. Natalio no pudo realizar la Residencia en Medicina Interna, cosa que siempre echo en falta. Completó la especialidades de Médico Clínico y Homeopatía con una formación sólida en innumerables cursos. Comenzamos nuestra andadura médica en la guardia del Hospital Diego Thompson y ahí conocimos al Dr Aníbal Thompson con quien formamos un núcleo duro de amistad: "Los tres mosqueteros". En el 2007 falleció Aníbal, nos quedamos desolados, nos faltaba parte de nuestro ser, de nuestro cuerpo, sensación que persiste hasta hoy mismo. Natalio transmitía tranquilidad, sabía estar en todas las situaciones y se hacía querer. Tomar un café y charlar era su pasión, allí se encontraba pletórico, como un pez en el agua. Estaba muy orgulloso del Dr. Alberto Juffé, su amigo-hermano, Natalio y su mujer Aida vinieron desde Buenos Aires a La Coruña para asistir a la entrega de la "Medalla de Castelao" y posteriormente en el año 2012 cuando me nombraron "Miembro Numerario de la Real Academia de Medicina y Cirugía de Galicia". Un orgullo para mí, que el compartía y disfrutaba. Su inteligencia, esfuerzo, liderazgo y método de trabajo le sirvieron para gozar de un gran prestigio dentro de la Comunidad Médica y formó a cientos de médicos en su "Clínica de Juan Agustín García". Fue un gestor e innovador infatigable. Era un enamorado y defensor de la relación médico-paciente. Decía que el acto médico debe estar rodeado de honestidad, dignidad, y humildad. Entendió la medicina como un arte, siempre apoyado en valores humanos. Un gran humanista. Su lealtad hacia mi persona no tenía límites, su compromiso era total. Entre él y yo no había secretos. Éramos uno. Siempre preocupado por sus Hijos Pablo y Ariel, de quienes estaba muy orgulloso. Sus nietos y nietas eran su gran debilidad y felicidad. Irradiaba amor hacia ellos. Había hablado con él hace unos días y pensábamos encontrarnos con mi mujer Lei y Aída en Nueva York antes del mes de junio, pero el Covid 19 lo infectó y se lo llevó. Siento un desgarro inmenso por el amigo que se va, son 57 años de estar juntos. La vida a veces es injusta: perdí a mi otro gran amigo, Aníbal hace 13 años, todavía no lo he superado, como tampoco superaré nunca ésta pérdida, Natalio se va sin poder verlo y abrazarlo. Sin un funeral, sin una despedida. Me honra poder decir que era mi amigo. Lloré y lloraré su ausencia. Se va un gran médico, un amigo y una buena persona. Hasta siempre amigo!! Alberto Juffe 14 de abril de 2020. MY FAREWELL, 57 YEARS TOGETHER Transmitting in words what Natalio Hupert meant to me is not an easy task. I will tell you that he was one of the people who most influenced my life. His intelligence, humor and optimism were his cover letter. I met Natalio in 1963 studying anatomy at the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Buenos Aires, since then a complicity began that lasted throughout our lives, we had an unspoken language, it was enough to know that one thought of the other. We studied together at his parents' house in Mataderos, a fundamental stage in my life that I remember with great affection. His parents Saly and Samuel were from another planet and his sister Ana, very special, unique, affectionately called me "Tender". With great effort and work we both graduated as doctors and each one began his career. He with his job as a street vendor, and I helping with my father's upholstery. Natalio could not carry out the Residency in Internal Medicine, which I always miss. He completed the Clinical Medical and Homeopathy specialties with solid training in countless courses. We began our medical journey in the guard of the Diego Thompson Hospital and there we met Dr Aníbal Thompson with whom we formed a hard core of friendship: "The Three Musketeers". In 2007 Aníbal died, we were devastated, we were missing part of our being, of our body, a feeling that persists to this day. Natalio transmitted tranquility, knew how to be in all situations and made himself loved. Drinking coffee and chatting was his passion, he was full there, like a fish in the water. I was very proud when my friend-brother, Natalio and his wife Aida came from Buenos Aires to La Coruña to attend the delivery of the "Medal of Castelao" and later in 2012 when they named me "Full Member of the Royal Academy of Medicine and Surgery of Galicia ". A pride for me, that he shared and enjoyed. His intelligence, effort, leadership and work method helped him to enjoy great prestige within the Medical Community and he trained hundreds of doctors in his "Juan Agustín García Clinic". He was a tireless manager and innovator. He was a lover and defender of the doctor-patient relationship. He said that the medical act must be surrounded by honesty, dignity, and humility. He understood medicine as an art, always supported by human values. A great humanist. His loyalty to me was unlimited, his commitment was total. There were no secrets between him and me. We were one. Always concerned about his Sons Pablo and Ariel, of whom he was very proud. His grandsons and granddaughters were her great weakness and happiness. He radiated love towards them. I had spoken to him a few days ago and we planned to meet my wife Lei and Aída in New York before June, but Covid 19 infected him and took him away. I feel a huge tear for the friend who is leaving, it is 57 years of being together. Life is sometimes unfair: I lost my other great friend, annibal 13 years ago, I have not yet overcome him, nor will I ever overcome this loss, Natalio leaves without being able to see and hug him. Without a funeral, without a farewell. I am honored to be able to say he was my friend. I cried and I will cry his absence. A great doctor, a friend and a good person are leaving. Until forever, friend!! Alberto Juffe April 14, 2020.

Tammy Fudem Querido Natalio, Te escribo a través de esta cadena de amor, una carta que aunque sé que no podrás leer demuestra una vez más cómo y cuánto supiste llegar al corazón de todos los que te conocimos y disfrutamos de tu compañía. Llegaste a nuestras vidas para transformar a esta enorme familia, para sembrar unión dándonos la posibilidad de volver a estar todos juntos, generando espacios comunes y haciéndote presente junto a la tía siempre. Nos llenaste de consejos, nos transmitiste enseñanzas y tocaste nuestras almas y así con el correr del tiempo te transformaste en el capitán de este barco. Desde mi lugar te admiré, te escuché atentamente y vi en vos a ese hombre noble y lleno de humildad que todos hoy recuerdan y adoran y aunque no encuentro explicación alguna, me consuela saber que disfrutaste de la vida y de los afectos. Te quiero mucho! Maru

Tammy Fudem Natalio Z"L, fue muy importante para mí, mí familia y por supuesto mí Bobe, la tía Rosa, desde siempre, ya que fuimos muy unidos, tengo muchos recuerdos desde la niñez, salidas, cumpleaños, compartir 26 años de trabajo, una persona muy generosa y cálida, la verdad que todavía no puedo creer lo que pasó, también quiero hacer participe a mí mamá Gladys, ya que no usa redes sociales y también está sufriendo por su partida. Cómo te dije antes te agradezco por el recordatorio, saludos. Eva Carla Jegier

Tammy Fudem Valoramos mucho su personalidad. Su forma de ser solidario familiero, bondadoso y emprendedor. Se hizo querer por todos nosotros. Lo llevamos en nuestro corazón. Uri y Jana

Ilana Sarna Toledano Natalio lived most of his life knowing he is the last "Hupert" on earth, but coincidence brought him to meet the Australian Hupert branch. There was much disbelief on both sides since a lost family member comes only from the fairytales...but then Natalio came to Ilana Sarna's Bat Mitzvah, saw the family and the similarities in appearance, particularly of my grandfather Yackov and his father and got finally convinced. Since then we had many family occasions and gatherings, many to Natalio's credit, setting again the family fire that sometimes may diminish.It feels to me like Natalio came and went in a blaze. We were enchanted by his personality and his hunger for family relations.I would like to believe that he managed to overcome the lack of extended family in his short time with us.Our sorrow is great, but I try to take comfort in the legacy he leaves - he reignited the family reunion tradition and we should all be grateful for that.Natalio is the one who started the family tree project, which Itay and myself took ownership of and are proud to maintain, the tree has about 230 family records, a treasure that would have been lost without his initiative.Farewell my dear "Tio" -  you are always in our hearts and thus never really gone. I hope we will be wise and able to continue your legacy in a manner you would be happy with. - Ilan Dvir

Ilana Sarna Toledano A Natalio story from Oren Dvir - It was 2002 or 2003, Talia, myself, Natalio and Judy were touring Buenos Aires streets and stopped at a restaurant by the riverbank, for lunch. While we were talking and waiting for our food to arrive, an older lady came over and asked if we want to buy some roses "for the ladies". We said "no thank you", but the old lady persisted, even after multiple declines.... Natalio saw the surprised looks on our faces, turned to us and said: she is a "Meshigane" At that point the old lady turned to Natalio and scolded him for calling her crazy, apparently she knew Yiddish .... Natalio ended up buying roses ....

Ilana Sarna Toledano We were saddened to learn of the loss of our family treasure, Natalio. While he came into our lives late and left to soon, he left us all with a treasure trove of memories. These memories will last each of us a lifetime. We will continue to cherish his radiant smile, huge hugs, sense of humor, and most of all his warm heart and endless generosity and love of family. He will be greatly missed. Frieda & Stewart

Ilana Sarna Toledano Our dear Natalio. People like you were rare in our world.You had a unique character and a unique personality. Thanks to people like you everything seemed more beautiful and true. Our deep feelings cannot be expressed in words by simple saying. You did a lot of things for others and for that-they will never forget you. Me and my family appreciated and cherished you.We are grateful that we met you and your nice family. May you rest in peace. Tsipi Gal and family

Ilana Sarna Toledano Dearest Natalio we miss you so much!!! Finding out we had another family member in Argentina was a gift but having you as family was the biggest gift. You opened up your family and heart to us with such love and care and continued to do that as the years passed. We have so much love and admiration for you and your family: Judy Aida, Ana and Liz, Pablo and his family and Ariel and his family. You are gone too soon from us. Every time we saw you, you had the biggest smile that matched your big heart. You will be so very missed and I cherish every moment we had having you with us. I will remember you always and look to our memories together with the utmost fondness and gratitude!! I remember your wedding to Judy Aida in 2005 and what a celebration it was!! Every day was filled with excursions, Argentinean culture, and family togetherness. You arranged to have the Colon Ballet Theater to ourselves for a private tour! I have a picture of all of us on the theater steps almost a hundred of us. We had a show at Señor Tango, a day trip to an estancia for a gaucho experience, and a river cruise on Rio de la Plata. Each day was better than the next and we had no idea what was in store for your wedding celebration!! I remember it was 12 -13 hours long but it in no way felt like that. There were hundreds and hundreds of people, the music and dancing was beyond compare as well as numerous chocolate fountains, a conga line of hundreds of us twisting and turning between the table with the chefs and waitstaff, and to top it off a ballet performance! Every detail was taken into consideration complete with a pair of slippers for our tired dancing feet. I have never been to any wedding like that and honestly never will and I’m okay with that because your wedding will forever be the most magical and special event. Looking back, it was undoubtedly a beautiful celebration of your love to Judy Aida, whom as we can tell you were partners through thick and thin, the deepest and most devoted love. It was also a celebration of family, a joyous gathering bringing all of us from all corners of the Earth together under one roof and also it was a celebration of life, of today, of the precious moments that become the fondest of memories. Natalio, I can tell you had the purest of hearts, a genuine person. In my book, you are the kind of person I admire and look forward to see again and again. It saddens me deeply that we don’t get to be around you anymore. May your memory be a blessing. You are forever in our hearts. Orit (Ryba) Eisig

Ilana Sarna Toledano We are so sorry to read the sad news. He was an incredible person. The wonderful smile and the love in his eyes are speaking for themselves. Our heart is with Judy and the entire family. Haim Hemda and all of us.

Ilana Sarna Toledano Eric Nelson I so clearly remember the first time I met Natalio. I was already in college—20 years old, give or take—when our family learned of his existence. He had invited the whole Sarna clan down to Buenos Aires to celebrate Pablo’s wedding, but, unfortunately, the festivities conflicted with my final exams that year—and since getting a degree seemed like a good idea at the time, I reluctantly decided to stay home. But I heard glowing reports of this lost branch of the family from all who managed to make the trip, and it was my great good fortune that, only a month or two later, Natalio visited New York. When I met him at Judy and Moishe’s apartment, he spoke virtually no English and I spoke even less Spanish. Just as this fact was beginning to make me feel a bit awkward in his presence, Natalio promptly enveloped me in an enormous bear hug and planted a giant kiss on both of my cheeks. I fell in love with him then and there, as we all did. So many of my favorite moments of the last two decades were enjoyed in his company. I cherish the memory of my two trips to Buenos Aires: the first, in 2004, when he and Judy picked me up at the airport and immediately whisked me off to the most spectacular brunch at the Alvear Hotel (during which, to their enormous delight, I found myself being flirted with in French by a group of bejeweled, nipped and tucked ladies in their sixties!). And the second for Judy and Natalio’s wedding, which will never be forgotten by anyone who was lucky enough to attend. I remember dancing with him at my grandparents’ 65th anniversary party in Miami and at my brother’s wedding in Napa; introducing him to Bowmore Scotch in the lobby of the Tel Aviv Hilton and then strolling through Yafo with him the next morning in search of some legendary falafel; talking politics and the finer points of the milonga with him over dinner at Milos in New York; and feeling his warm embrace at my grandfather’s funeral. His loss has left me heartbroken, but I will remember him with only joy and the deepest gratitude.

Ilana Sarna Toledano Our world was a better place because of Natalio. His gift to touch each and every one of us was so deeply felt every moment we were with him. Each of us had a special place in his heart…and what a huge heart he had.  There are no words to express how we loved and adored him. His contagious smile would light up even the grandest of rooms. His warmth and loving nature radiated from him and made us more warm and loving as well. How we all looked forward to our gatherings with him. We were blessed to spend so much time with him whatever the occasion was. From weddings to funerals to Bar and Bat Mitzvahs to just quick visits, he was there. What a unique man to be able to generate so much joy. How lucky we all are to have had Natalio in our lives. We will miss him deeply. Anita Sarna

Ilana Sarna Toledano We love Natalio so very much. Good soul happy man with a good heart loving all his extended families that he didn’t have the chance to know them when he was growing up. Sharing all events as much as possible, traveling with Judy everywhere to be with the families. We will miss him very much. Love from ARIELLA SIMCHA and our whole family Lola ,Yanir, Ronite, Elad, Orit & Eyal & their families

Ilana Sarna Toledano Remembering Natalio Hupert By: Mark Sarna I am usually never short of words, thoughts or opinions. However, as I am still in utter shock over Natalio’s passing, I will only share a few thoughts. I distinctly remember meeting Natalio, Pablo and Ariel for the first time in our backyard. We heard they were coming to New York so we invited all of the “Hupert” family over for a barbecue to meet this new found cousin, and his children. He was like a novelty dropped in to our family from outer space. I remember how hard it was to comprehend his statement that his father told him he was the “last Hupert” in the world. It was and still hard for me to grasp how his father and our family were unable to find each other after the war. I heard of my family’s futile attempts to locate Natalio’s father through the Red Cross. Over time, I came to accept that he is now very much part of the family. At that first gathering I marveled at how much he looked like my uncle Mark, both bald and both having an infectious smile that simply warmed everyone’s heart. I watched as Natalio walked around giving big bear hugs to his new found cousins. We of course returned his extraordinary warmth and love with identical affection. This began our mutual love affair. From then, we introduced Natalio to our Israeli family in 1998 when we did Ilana’s Bat Mitzvah in Jerusalem. I had asked him to stand up during the dinner reception. I addressed our beautiful guests and at the end of my remarks I said the following: “The only person I wish to single out from those who travelled from overseas is our newly discovered cousin, Natalio Hupert, who flew in from Argentina. You are indeed living proof that miracles can and do actually happen. Enjoy your family as much as we do. They are as special as you are”. On this evening, I watched him fall into the crying arms of Etti’s father, Yaakov. That memory is forever etched in my mind. From that day forward, Natalio and Judy tried to attend every simcha around the world. He didn’t need to push himself into our family. He was welcomed into it with open arms. The list of weddings, bar and bat mitzvahs, anniversary and birthday parties, etc. which we attended together is too many to list. But all of us immensely enjoyed their presence in Israel, New York, Califorinia, Australia, Italy, etc. I also can and will never forget that Natalio and Judy specially flew in to my father’s, my Uncle Yanek’s and recently to my mother’s funerals. Often, as in the case for my mother’s funeral, they came to the funeral directly from the plane, never once complaining of being tired. He often told me that for so long he didn’t have family that he was trying to make up for lost time and lost opportunities. This attitude along with his amazing character made him and Judy into the most amazing hosts. I can’t even remember how many of our children and cousins they took into their home. I won’t give a list for fear of missing anyone. But the stories I have heard from this next generation of his and Judy’s warmth, nurturing and hospitality are beyond belief. And, who can forget how they welcomed all of us at their wedding and the speech he gave to his guests introducing us, his newfound family, to his Argentinian friends and family. For me, this too was a once in a lifetime and life altering experience, one in which family flew in from all over the world to a foreign place that was not Israel or New York. We, who were fortunate to be there, I believe bonded in ways that have not yet been described or explained. But one thing is certain is that it brought us all closer together, and we were very close to begin with. That was the power of Natalio, our newfound cousin who was taken away from all of us way too soon. I hope that Judy, Pablo and Ariel, Ana can somehow get through this dark and very sad time. I and we will forever love and miss him.

Melanie Zarife This family picture was taken at our favorite restaurant in Miami. We are so grateful for the annual family Christmas vacations we spent with Talio and Bubby in Miami. None of our friends ever understood how we were able to spend close to three weeks all together in one appartement. I am so glad we did! We have the best memories that we will forever cherish.

Ilana Sarna Toledano Every time I think of him, I see that great big smile that he always had on his face. The first time I met Natalio and Judy was when Oren and Ilan were traveling in South America. I flew to Argentina for 2 weeks in between semesters. Natalio and Judy took such wonderful care of us. It was also when I also had the pleasure to know Natalio's sense of humor. He placed a piece of meat on my plate from his impressive assado grill. It looked liked a jiggly hot dog. Then he looked at me with that big smile of his and said "Try it. It's good". When I asked him what it was, he just smiled again and and told me to try it. Not wanting to be rude, I did. And THAT is how he tricked me into eating "blood sausage"; knowing an America would be disgusted by the even the thought of it. Of course he found this incredibly humorous and couldn't stop laughing. This moment was how my love and connection for Natalio began. It only continued to grow stronger throughout the years. We have some really funny stories that I’d love to share, as I’m sure many of you do. Perhaps we can do that on Zoom. A couple of years later, so many of us on this email returned to Argentina for Judy and Natalio’s unforgettable wedding. What a wonderful gift of a family reunion he gave to us! I'll never forgot how Natalio took such good care of me that week. Even though he was so busy, he dropped everything just to get me a "miracle" spray that helped numb the back of my soar throat. I hope we can all see each other soon under happier circumstances. It’s been too long. In the meantime, we mourn this very precious man who has touched all of our hearts. Our thoughts are with Judy, Pablo, Ariel and their families, whom are in our thoughts and prayers. Our promise to them is we will keep Natalio’s memory alive. Oren and I already began this morning when we shared stories and pictures of Natalio with them. Love to all and may Natalio’s memory be a blessing. Love Talia Dvir

Ilana Sarna Toledano What a huge loss for all of us. As I mentioned to Tammy during this very difficult week, while Natalio “joined” our family late, he always felt as though he was the glue that kept us together. Whenever he was in town, we knew that there would be a dinner or get together in his honor. I echo everyone’s sentiments but especially my mother’s about Natalio being at every occasion. Most recently, he came (within a day’s notice) to my grandmother’s funeral and shiva at my parents’ house. He wouldn’t leave my father’s side the entire time. I know he didn’t want to leave him alone but I also believe it was because he didn’t want to miss any piece of a story my dad was sharing at the time. These stories taught him about our family history. He yearned for family, he loved family and we all truly love him. My heart breaks for Ana, Pablo, Ariel (all of whom I hope I get to know better) and our dear Judy who always brightens a room when she enters. We are sending lots of love to everyone and hope that we can be together soon to remember and celebrate this beautiful person and our amazing family.  Ron, Danielle, Ella & Liv Praport

Ilana Sarna Toledano We are so sorry for the lost of our dear uncle Natalio.
 Our first memory from Natalio was at our Hina ceremony in Yeruham back in 2008, my mother talked a lot about the sweet cousin from Argentina, who will honor us at our Hina and wedding, and we were excited from the guest that supposed to come from the other side of the world…
At the first moment he came inside the Hina hall he shared with us a pure and true big kiss on the lips and strong long good hug, in a second the guest from the other side of the world beaome close to us like one of any other family relative that we know for years, he was so kind , joyful and full of charm, and this is how we remember him from those happy Hina/Wedding days. A few months later we planned our honeymoon vacation in Argentina, it was certain to us that we gonna try and visit Judi and Natalio. From here and there the dates didn’t feet because Natlio and Judi were scheduled to be abroad (Russia, we think…)
Anyway Natlio insisted that we will Stay at his apartment in Buenos Aires, even though he and Judi were not there.
Only amazing people would do a thing like this , it so not obvious to us, we will never forget this gesture.
A month later, after we were traveling in south Argentina , We stopped at Buenos Aires for three more days, this time Natalio and Judy welcomed us, and we spend with them three wonderful days, it seems they cleared all of their time for us, what an amazing people!
 During that days we met also Anna, Ariel and Pablo with their families, we have a real good memories from all of them.

Natalio will stay for ever in our mind a symbol of kindness and joyful , a warm and a beautiful human being.

Dear Judi, Anna, Ariel, Pablo, nothing will fill up this huge abyss, but by being kind and joyful you will maintain his presence close to you heart, this is how we remember your father husband and brother.

Sending big hugs and kisses (on the lips), Efrat and Eran Remler

Ilana Sarna Toledano Natalio was one of a kind. This is a terrible loss for the entire family. Before meeting him, I thought that someone who grew up without knowing he has a big family out of Argentina, won't give too much of importance to the relations with new relatives. But, I was wrong. So deeply wrong. The moment I met him, I felt the warmth and the love radiating from him to his surrounding, especially to family members. One can easily see it in his eyes and smile. They speak for themselves. He was a real Hupert. One of the best. We were lucky that he was part of our family. We loved him and we already miss him, and will always remember him and his outstanding personality. With tears, Gil Hupert-Graff and the family.

Ilana Sarna Toledano Natalio, It’s difficult thinking of you in past terms, Inconceivable that we won’t see your blue loving eyes sparkling, And your warm, ear to ear, smile. In May 2012 we travelled to Argentina with another couple of friends who reserved tickets for a tango show for our first night in Buenos Aires. We explained on the phone to Aida (Judith) and Natalio that we can only meet them the next day because of the show. When we arrived that night, we were told we received an upgrade and were sent to a much fancier hall than the one we reserved. We were, of course, very happy, while we were getting situated Judith and Natalio appeared and the mystery was solved. It was a magical, delightful evening. A few days later I was celebrating my birthday. As soon as the wonderful couple found out they invited the entire family and our friends and threw me an extraordinary Argentinian birthday. To this day whenever I recall this I am incredibly moved. Jacob says he would have never managed to pull off such an elaborate event with so many loving, warm people in Israel. Natalio always made us feel loved and knew how to make us happy and honor us. Natalio, a place in our hearts will always be yours, especially at every family event you won’t take part in. Sorrowful, Racheli and Jacob Silbiger

Ilana Sarna Toledano Natalio, I’m writing these words with tears in my eyes. I remember the day you reached our lives. I was 13 years old. I remember how Mark Sarna introduced you to the family with the words: “Until now you lived knowing you were the only Hupert survivor. Natalio, this room is filled with your family members - welcome!” At first, you didn’t know English, but after seeing us you decided to take English lessons in order to communicate with the family. On our next meeting you already spoke English very well and we were able to get to know each other better. When we came for yours and Judy’s wedding, you arranged such a beautiful reunion of the family from all over the world. It was very important to you and it really was a unique event where about 90% of Hupert family gathered. We still talk about this event even today! And of course, we can’t forget the red hat tradition which started that day and will continue for many more decades. In 2007, I was traveling for 8 months in South America. During that trip when I was in southern Chile I got a deep 3rd degree burn in my foot and couldn’t walk. There was no decent hospital around and the locals didn’t help me much. I didn’t want to tell my parents and worry them – so I contacted you. From that moment, you and Judy treated me like I was your own son. I was so lucky to have you in that moment. The doctors said I could have lost my leg and that I shouldn’t step on it for few months. I stayed at your home for a couple of months not leaving the apartment and I had to go to the hospital every 2-3 days for treatments. You made sure I would never go alone or feel lonely. You made me feel like a king. Not many people would do so, giving up their privacy at home for such a long time. But you did. During that time we really got to know each other and it was fascinating! I’ve learned so much from you about life and… I started to drink soda. I understood then that you are one of a kind, always with a big smile and a huge loving heart! I’m so happy I had the chance to know you and laugh with you. Natalio, I’m happy you enjoyed life until the very last moment. I will remember you forever. Ciao querrido! - Itay Dvir

Ilana Sarna Toledano Adam Nelson: Natalio was really one of a kind. He was pure goodness. Every interaction I had with him from first meeting him was filled with love, generosity, and joy. He brought a glow with him wherever he went....and as we all know he and Judith went everywhere. For good times and bad, weddings and funerals, no matter how far or how short notice Natalio would always be there. I was particularly touched though by his dedication to even smaller events, like my grandparents' 68 anniversary party which of course warranted the overnight flight from Argentina. In truth, even though Natalio was a recently discovered branch in the extended Hupert family and on a different continent from the much larger US and Israeli contingents, he seemed like the center of it. In a world where we were lucky enough to get used to him showing up for everything, his absence creates a noticeable hole that we can never replace. That said, while we miss him so dearly, his legacy of family, warmth and kindness will never be forgotten. I think this is especially true for the generation that was lucky enough to come of age seeing his example as the true embodiment a mensch and of the principles that my grandparents' generation fought to preserve. A tragic irony in all of this is that, while we send all of our love and prayers from afar, we can't be there for Judith, Ana, Pablo and Ariel in the way that Natalio was always there for all of us. The virus has added that insult in addition to taking him from us, but it will never be able to touch his spirit which lives on in all of us. We will hug, kiss, laugh, dance and love even deeper in his memory when this is all over--and we will always try to show up in whatever way we can for our loved ones and to do it as our best selves. We won't be as amazing as he was, but we can always keep striving in his memory.

Paula Bobeck Querido Natalio Te conocimos de grande, pero fue como si hubiera sido de siempre, de toda la vida... tan cercano y familiar... tu deseo profundo de reunir a la familia de juntarnos y acercarnos siempre nos conmovió. No se puede creer...fuiste un hombre increíble, siempre uniendo, disfrutando, celebrando y agasajando a la familia. Generoso con todos, tu sonrisa ancha y sincera (con mate en mano) abriendo las puertas de tu casa y de tu corazón a TODOS Un hombre como pocos, con tiempo para brindar, con la palabra justa, con alegría cada vez que nos veíamos. Nos hacías sentir tu calidez y cariño cercano. Muchos lugares y momentos pudimos compartir.. y cuantos mas quedaban .... Tuvimos la suerte y la bendición que fueras parte de nuestra familia ❤️ Agradecidos por siempre!!! te vamos a extrañar mucho Bruno, Caro, Paula y Fernando

Corina Judkowsky Schorr Anécdotas con mi querido Natalio: Malque, mi mama Dijo: viviendo en casa de Natalio Vi que tenía una valijita Pregunte. Dijo Natalio Es como llego mi papa a Buenos Aires Dijo Malque: eso es para recordar de donde venía y a donde llego Anécdota 1 Estábamos en Larrazabal, casa de mis padres. Mi papa me hizo una observación Natalio: muy bien como le contestaste. Como valoras lo hecho Anécdota 2 Era Pesaj. Natalio me dio para dirigir una fiesta que hacía en un salón. Me dijo Dirigiste muy bien hoy Anécdota 3 Estaba dando una clase de iluminismo en su casa. Natalio aportaba datos, de lo que sabia. Era culto Anécdota 4 Estaba tocando flauta. Natalio dijo: además de saber el contenido de la canción tocas la melodia. Le gustaba la musica. Anécdota 5 Era una fiesta de Pesaj en su casa, le cobre a un amigo de él. Se enojó. Le quería pagar el. Era muy buen amigo. Anécdota 6 Estaba mi campera en el ropero de su casa, Natalio tenía que salir un momentito Se pone sin darse cuenta mi campera, Me di cuenta que me quería. Yo tambien lo quiero mucho y lo voy a extrañar. Uri Judkowsky

Ilana Sarna Toledano Natalio’s love for family, humor and warmth was so palpable in every interaction we had. Love of people and love of life and a mischievous sense of humor poured out of him. Family was such a priority for Natalio and he taught us so much through his actions. In many ways Yael and Sonja shared and understood his sense of longing for the larger family deeply, ourselves having been so far away. Natalio understood that we create family with shared experiences together, through storytelling and memories. We dearly appreciate and are so grateful to what length he and Judy went to be present at every family occasion- from weddings to small birthdays. Many of our special memories of Natalio are interwoven with memories of Marek Z”L and Cesia Z”L, ones that we will cherish forever. We were also especially touched how lovingly he immediately embraced Tosin as his cousin five years ago. It also meant so much to us all that Judy and Natalio Z”L celebrated Yael and Tosin’s wedding in Rome with wild dancing as well as tears of joy and that Tosin’s family got to know and love our beloved Natalio Z”L. Whenever we think of Natalio Z”L we see him laughing and coming over to hug you with all his love. The last time Yael saw Natalio Z”L was at the shiva for Mania Z”L. Yael promised him that we would soon visit his family in Argentina again to see Judy and him, Ana, Pablo, Ariel and their families. We are so sorry that we weren’t able to fulfill this promise for him to see, but we will look for ways to strengthen the family bond inspired by Natalio Z”L. We are one family and will continue to be forever. With Love, Sonja, Yael and Tosin

Ilana Sarna Toledano In 2012 Natalio and Judith welcomed me into their home in Buenos Aires following a work trip. I had been dating Adam for about a year and a half and was not family to them by any conventional definition. But their definition of family was so expansive that they treated me like I was already in (pending a thorough investigation by Judith of course!). When I first arrived, I was planning to jump in a cab and head to my hotel near the Buenos Aires Google office, as I was used to doing. Instead, as a I exited customs I saw Natalio's big smile and Judith screaming my name. I had told them my flight schedule, but that I wouldn't be able to see them for a few days, until after I was done with meetings. It never occurred to me that they would pick me up at the airport and it never occurred to them that they would do anything else. And so was the beginning of a week with Natalio and Judith that I'll always treasure. Once I finished with the work portion of my trip, I moved in with them and we spent every moment together, touring Buenos Aires, eating at their favorite restaurants, going to the opera, Natalios grandchild's birthday party, a tango show and even a tango club, where we all danced until the wee hours together! Despite the incredible plans, I most remember long talks with Natalio and Judith at their dining room table, while always indulging in something delicious. We mostly talked about family, what it meant to us and the deep connection Natalio felt to his relatives who he fought so hard to find. I loved these stories so much because his views on family always reminded me how lucky we are to have one another. And he never let us forget it, prioritizing every major life event, whether happy or sad. He knew the importance of showing up when it mattered most to those who mattered most to him. Natalio's warmth, vivacious spirit and connection to family will always stay with me. He has raised the bar for all of us. - Jaclyn Rice Nelson

Ilana Sarna Toledano Our beloved Natalio, We are heartbroken and devastated since you have gone. It's a great loss for the entire family. Miraculously, about two decades ago, Uncle Idek Hupert found you - the lost branch since the horrors of the Holocaust. During the past twenty years we have had the pleasure of getting to know you - a true gentleman with an eternal smile and a heart of gold. You tried to give each and every one of us the feeling that he/she is the most important person on earth. Moreover, when you heard about someone's health problem, you recommended and gave the best innovated advice. You and Judy (may she live long) put a lot of effort to attend every event that we had within the family around the globe. At your wedding that took place in Argentina in 2005, you had a brilliant idea - you bought a huge red hat which symbolizes reunion, happiness and joy. You passed on this hat to the next couple and since then that same hat "runs" in the family. Unfortunately, and to our great sorrow, your absence at the next wedding occasion will be felt strongly. We promise you that we'll continue this tradition at the weddings to come and by doing so, you will still be celebrating with us and we'll be surrounded by your spirit. Dearest Natalio, Thank you for everything you have done for us. You mean a lot to each and everyone of us. We vividly remember our pleasant memories from the times we’ve spent together: Argentina, Australia, New York and Israel. We will carry these precious memories and experiences in our hearts as long as we live. May your soul rest in peace. Terribly missing and loving you, Hemda and Haim Hupert, Tal and Alon Hupert Michal and Chaimi, Sa'ar and Tally, Barak and Nofar, Shavit and Nir, Ofek and Orian Barkai-Hupert

Corina Judkowsky Schorr Recordar es volver a pasar por el corazon los lindos momentos vividos. Natalio fue un ejemplo de vida. Nos sentimos agradecidos y bendecidos de haber tenido la suerte que haya sido parte de nuestra familia. Su paso deja una estela de sabiduria y amor, una huella imborrable en cada uno de nosotros. Siempre lo vamos a recordar con su sonrisa ancha, generosa y noble. El afecto sincero permanecera por siempre y para siempre al igual que todos estos hermosos momentos que vivimos junto a el. lo queremos mucho y lo vamos a extrañar. La familia Bobek y cia. Remembering is going back to pass through the heart the beautiful moments lived. Natalio was an example of life. We are grateful and blessed to have been fortunate enough to have been part of our family. His step leaves a trail of wisdom and love, an indelible mark on each of us. We will always remember him with his wide, generous and noble smile. Sincere affection will remain forever and forever like all these beautiful moments we live with him. We love him very much and we will miss him. The Bobek family and cia.

Corina Judkowsky Schorr NATALIO ,estuvistes luchando pero..,...nos dejastes Mas huerfano. Los tribuleros nos ke damos ahi esperando .ZL" CHAU NATALIO Flp. Felipe Bobek

Corina Judkowsky Schorr Escrito por Marcos Bobek: Ya no está Natalio entre nosotros, y ni siquiera pudimos acompañarlo los últimos días ni en el último camino. Y esto me llamó la atención y me pregunté por qué. Por qué no pudimos hacerlo. Todo el tiempo que lo conocimos vimos que la vida de él fue brindarse al prójimo, acompañarlo en los momentos alegres y en los otros. Siempre era la dirección para acudir cuando uno necesitaba una mano, y nunca fallaba. Me contó cierta vez que los padres le dijeron que ellos eran los últimos Huppert, pero él buscó y encontró a su familia, lo que del cielo quisieron dejar en este mundo, en los distintos confines de la tierra, y no escatimó esfuerzos para buscar y buscar, y reencontrar a aquellos que podía, para rehacer una familia que como a todas, quisieron extinguir. Fue médico rural itinerante, cierta vez me dijo, todos conocen mis autos, muy pocos mis insomnios, muchos vieron el fruto material de su trabajo, pero es importante entender que para hacer ese trabajo había una sensibilidad de ayuda al prójimo que no tenía límites, ni siquiera, aquellos límites que le imponía el cuerpo, horas y horas buscando brindar salud, y bajo un marco poco sofisticado, sin todos los elementos que puede brindar un consultorio montado, pero eso no fue un impedimento, había una población desatendida que había que brindar un control médico, y él lo hizo. Y eso nos muestra una finura del alma que lamentablemente, la sociedad actual tiende a evitar, una sociedad que tiende a tratar que uno sea el centro del mundo, y él toda la vida, se brindó, y nunca quiso destacarse, cuando uno le agradecía, él respondía, al contrario, el agradecido soy yo que puedo ayudarlos. Y lo que él hizo constantemente fue juntar a todos, porque no es suficiente sentirse juntos, hay que estar juntos, y esto todos lo vivenciamos, por ello nadie quería faltar, y no hay necesidad de extenderse en ello. En esta pequeña reunión algunos contaron algunos rasgos de la vida de Natalio, de como él actuaba, que demostraba todo eso, la entrega sin límite hacia el prójimo, sin delegar, sino él en persona. Por eso la pregunta salta a la vista, por qué no fuimos merecedores de despedirlo como él merecía. Esta enfermedad llamada 'corona', y la corona es lo que distingue al rey, y el verdadero rey, el verdadero dirigente es quien se brinda incondicionalmente al pueblo, quiere decir que él fue un verdadero rey. Y lamentablemente en esta epidemia, conocí a más de un miembro de la comunidad que cayó, y si quiero buscar un común denominador entre ellos, fue esa, fueron personas que se brindaron hacia el prójimo sin límites. Entonces es éste un fuerte llamado de atención. Y si no pude acompañarlos es porque eran personas santas, que santidad significa separados, que están en otra dimensión, y no estamos en ese nivel. Pero nos queda un consuelo, que va a ser el verdadero acompañamiento que merecía. Cuando una persona se va de este mundo deja en este mundo sus cualidades, para que quien quiera pueda tomarlas, y si bien que en muchos casos, llegar a ese nivel es difícil, cuando uno toma esas cualidades de aquellas personas que se destacaron el ellas, le es fácil llegar a ese nivel. Y estamos seguro que todos queremos que siga estando Natalio entre nosotros, si bien que físicamente es imposible, pero si aprendemos esas cualidades de él, va a seguir entre nosotros, ya que constantemente lo vamos a recordar a Natalio, pues gracias a él adquirimos esto y podemos también nosotros destacarnos con ellas. Sólo nos queda pedir, que así como acá abajo luchó por el bienestar de todos, desde arriba va a serle más fácil luchar por ello, que pida por la tía, por sus hijos y toda la familia. Que se cumpla pronto la profecía que Hashem borrará la muerte para siempre y secará las lágrimas de las caras de todos. תנצב''ה Qué su alma esté unida a la cadena de la vida. Escrito por Debora: Natalio fue un ejemplo de vida. Cada charla con él era una enseñanza, aun sus comentarios 'al pasar'. Una cualidad digna de destacar es su humildad, y sabemos que en la humildad de la persona se ve la grandeza de ella. Cómo hacía para estar siempre en todos los acontecimientos, aun en aquellos triviales, porque sentía, la otra persona me honró invitándome, cómo voy a faltar. Y cuántos recibimos sus consejos, que resultaban acertados, por qué, pues esa humildad es la que le posibilitaba meterse en la otra persona, y llegar a la mejor opción. Y también cuando alentaba a una persona se denotaba su humildad, cuando le decía de todo corazón "Te felicito cómo lograste tal cosa que yo quise hacerlo y no lo logré", con una sonrisa, que era constante en él. El espacio vacío es grande, pero lo tenemos que llenar aplicando sus ejemplo de vida. Que se cumpla pronto la profecía que Hashem borrará la muerte para siempre y secará las lágrimas de las caras de todos. תנצב''ה Qué su alma esté unida a la cadena de la vida. Marcos, Debora, hijos y nietos.

Corina Judkowsky Un homenaje grandioso, impresionante, lleno de emociones, una mezcla de tristeza, alegria, dolor, gratitud, cariño, admiración y mucho muchísimo amor para un gran hombre, nuestro querido Natalio z"l. Ayer fuimos 92 familias reunidas a través del Zoom entre los Hupert, los Bobek y amigos distribuidos en todo el mundo. En el encuentro pudimos ver y escuchar hermosos y emotivos recuerdos, anécdotas, dedicatorias y videos, todos mostraban el gran afecto, las enseñanzas y las vivencias, las huellas que con su ejemplo Natalio dejó en cada uno de nosotros. El encuentro duró 3 horas! Nadie podía desconectarse, todos teníamos las ganas y la necesidad de seguir allí unidos, como solía también pasarnos cuando íbamos a la casa de Aida y Natalio. Aquí les comparto un poquito de ese momento único y especial. Donde Liz a través de su maravillosa voz le hace una dedicatoria en forma de canción a su querido tío. A grandiose, impressive tribute, full of emotions, a mixture of sadness, joy, pain, gratitude, affection, admiration and a great deal of love for a great man, our beloved Natalio z "l. Yesterday we were 92 families reunited through the Zoom between the Huperts, the Bobek and friends distributed throughout the world.   At the meeting we were able to see and hear beautiful and emotional memories, anecdotes, dedications and videos, all of which showed great affection, teachings and experiences, the traces that Natalio left on each of us with his example. The meeting lasted 3 hours! No one could disconnect, we all had the desire and the need to stay together, as it also used to happen when we went to Aida and Natalio's house. Here I share a little bit of that unique and special moment. Where Liz through her wonderful voice makes a song dedication to her dear uncle.

Corina Judkowsky Fotos de algunos de los emocionantes momentos vividos ayer en el encuentro de Zoom para homenajear a nuestro querido Natalio z"l Photos of some of the emotional moments lived yesterday at the Zoom meeting to honor our beloved Natalio z "l

Ilana Sarna Toledano I first met Natalio in 1998 at my Bat Mitzvah in Jerusalem. The event was an emotional one to begin with having so many relatives reunite at one simcha for the first time since before the Shoah. Natalio’s presence not only enhanced the joy as our newly discovered cousin was finally in our lives, but it also marked the beginning of many loving and strong relationships Natalio would quickly create with all of us. In his speech that night my father singled out Natalio saying: “You are indeed living proof that miracles can and do actually happen. Enjoy your family as much as we do. They are as special as you are.” Well, it didn’t take long for all of us to learn how special Natalio truly was. He was as kind and as true as they come. Everyone felt his sparkle and was bewitched by his charisma and sweet demeanor. In 2009, I had the privilege of spending two magical months with Natalio in Buenos Aires when he and Judy welcomed me and Shai into their beautiful home. It was then that we were beneficiaries of his tremendous generosity, witness to his genuine passion for Argentina, and recipients of his boundless warmth and love. Being far away from home and the familiar wasn’t always easy; both Natalio and Judy made me feel a tremendous amount of love, and Natalio’s infectious smile and warmhearted bear hugs in particular comforted me when I needed it most.  Though he spent most of his life not knowing he had so many relatives, Natalio was instantly as good as it gets when it comes to being part of a family. He made everyone feel close to him, giving a special kind of attention and respect. These remarkable traits could not have been more apparent than they were one night in Buenos Aires. While out for dinner, I had mentioned in passing to Natalio that my friend recommended a great empanada place in a neighborhood called Palermo Soho, but I didn’t know the name nor location of this place. When we arrived back at the apartment, Natalio told us that he had to run a quick errand and that he’d be back soon. About thirty minutes later, he returned with what looked like three or four pizza boxes. Natalio had gone to several different empanada shops and purchased from each of them every empanada flavor they each made. He handed me the stack of boxes almost apologetically - it was as if he was saying sorry to me for not knowing which empanada shop my friend was referring to. Can you imagine? Honestly, I don’t even think Natalio realized the magnitude of his gesture. He was simply being himself - attentive, gracious and heartfelt. As you can imagine, I was left speechless with only tears in my eyes. He put his hands on my shoulders, looking at me as sincerely as one can be, and said: “Don’t you understand? I’ve waited my whole life for you. I would do anything for you.” I will never forget this moment.  I’ll also never forget how Judy and Natalio flew to New York for my grandmother’s 90th birthday. I was so moved they flew in for just the one night! When I thanked them, they replied - “we’d fly in for a funeral, why not for a Simcha?” And boy did they fly all around the world for Simcha’s. We can all attest to that. It should also be noted that they did in fact fly in to New York for my grandmother’s funeral all within a day’s notice. This was Natalio - he went above and beyond for all of us and I’m sure a lot of that generosity and seemingly effortless effort was driven by his love of family and determination to make up for all the time he lost not knowing he had any. Our dearest Natalio - I will always cherish the time I got to spend with you- learning about your life and bonding over our shared love of family. There’s a huge hole in my heart and in the world now that you’re gone. I just don’t want to believe it. I will never forget you and I will continue to share my fond memories of you so that my children and their children and their children will always remember the larger than life person and utterly classy Mensch that you were. I said this to Pablo and Ariel but it’s worth repeating - The world lost a great man but the world will never forget you.  - Ilana Sarna Toledano